Bhutan Visa, Permits & the SDF
How the Bhutan visa works, what the Sustainable Development Fee pays for and how Indian, Bangladeshi and Maldivian…
Bhutan travel guide
Practical, up-to-date answers on visas, the SDF, flights, festivals, food and etiquette.
Helicopter Flights in Bhutan
Sightseeing flights, transfers to remote valleys and what they cost to arrange.
Money, Payments & Costs
Currency, cards, ATMs and how payment for your trip works.
The Tiger’s Nest Hike
How long the hike takes, when to start and what to expect at Taktsang monastery.
Etiquette & Culture Tips
Dress codes, temple manners and a few words of Dzongkha to make friends.
Bhutanese Food: What to Eat
Ema datshi, red rice, momos and butter tea — a short guide to Bhutanese food.
Packing List for Bhutan
What to pack for temperature swings, temple visits and the Tiger's Nest hike.
Bhutan Travel Guide for Indian Travellers
Entry documents, SDF in rupees, the best road and flight routes from India, and food tips.
Festivals of Bhutan (Tshechu Calendar)
What happens at a tshechu, which festivals are worth planning a trip around and how to behave in…
Best Time to Visit Bhutan
A month-by-month look at weather, festivals and crowds so you can choose the right season.
Flights to Bhutan: Routes & Tips
Which cities fly to Paro, how to choose a seat for the mountain views and why Bhutan flights…
Day Hikes in Bhutan
Our favourite short hikes from Paro, Thimphu, Punakha and Phobjikha.