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- Thimphu, Bhutan
Bhutan trekking tours 2027
Bhutan trekking tours and holidays
From an overnight camp above Tiger’s Nest to the 4,950-metre Yale La on the Jomolhari route. Licensed trekking guides, cooks, tents and pack animals all arranged.
- Easy to very hard
- Full camping crew
- Spring and autumn seasons
Why trek in Bhutan
Trails with almost nobody on them
Bhutan has some of the least crowded trekking in the Himalaya. On most routes you meet few other groups, the campsites sit near yak herders’ summer pastures, and on clear autumn mornings you can wake up facing Jomolhari, 7,326 metres, across the meadow.
Bhutan does not allow mountaineering on peaks above 6,000 metres, so its high country stays as it is. Every trek runs with a licensed trekking guide, which the Department of Tourism makes compulsory. We add a cook, camp staff and horses or yaks for the loads.
- Licensed trekking guide on every trek
- Tents, sleeping mats, kitchen and dining tent supplied
- Acclimatisation days built into high routes
Compare treks
Our Bhutan treks at a glance
| Trek | Length | Difficulty | Best months | Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sinchula Trek | 5 days | Easy | October to March | Low pass between Thimphu and Punakha, good in winter |
| Bumdra Trek | 7 days (2 trekking) | Moderate | March to May, September to November | Camp near Bumdra monastery, walk down to Tiger's Nest |
| Walking Tour | 10 days | Easy to moderate | March to May, September to November | Day hikes to Phajoding, Bumdrak and Hokatsho lake, hotel nights |
| Druk Path Trek | 9 days | Moderate | March to May, September to November | Paro to Thimphu past alpine lakes and Phajoding monastery |
| Jomolhari Trek | 11 days | Hard | April, May, October | Jangothang base camp under Jomolhari, Yale La pass at 4,950 m |
| Snowman Trek | 27 days | Very hard | Narrow autumn window | Laya and Lunana, many passes above 5,000 m |
Trek days and altitudes vary slightly with the route we choose and the weather on the day.
Itineraries
Full trekking itineraries
7 Day Bhutan with Bumdra Trek
Thimphu and Punakha, then a night at Bumdra and the walk down to Tiger’s Nest.
9 Day Druk Path Trek
Five trekking days from Paro to Thimphu past Jimilang Tsho and Simkotra Tsho.
11 Day Jomolhari Trek
Via Haa and Chele La to Jangothang, Lingshi and the Yale La pass.
10 Day Walking Tour
Day hikes each day with comfortable hotels at night.
Sinchula Trek
A short, low winter trek from Thimphu over Sinchula to Punakha.
27 Day Snowman Trek
Gasa, Laya and Lunana on one of the hardest treks in the Himalaya.
Preparing for a trek
Know before you go
Altitude
Many routes go above 4,000 metres. We plan a slow ascent and rest days. Tell us about any heart or lung conditions when you book.
Season
April, May and October are the best months. Monsoon from June to August makes trails muddy and hides the views.
Fitness
For the Druk Path you should be able to walk six hours a day. For Jomolhari and the Snowman, train with long hill days carrying a light pack.
Insurance
Bhutan does not require travel insurance. For a trek, buy a policy that covers helicopter evacuation.
What the crew carries
Horses or yaks carry tents, food and your main bag. You carry a day pack with water, layers and camera.
Leave no trace
We carry out our rubbish and camp only at designated sites, as the rules require.
Bhutan travel rules for 2027
What you pay the government, and what we arrange
These rules apply to every tour in Bhutan, whoever you book with. We checked them against Department of Tourism notices in October 2026.
SDF: USD 100 a night
The Sustainable Development Fee is USD 100 per adult per night until 31 August 2027. Children aged 6 to 11 pay USD 50 and under-6s pay nothing. The government has not yet said what the rate will be after that date.
Visa: USD 40, once
Most nationalities need an e-visa before they fly. It costs USD 40 per person and is usually issued within 5 working days. Indian visitors need only an entry permit. Bangladeshi and Maldivian visitors follow separate regional rules.
Indian visitors
Indian nationals pay an SDF of INR 1,200 per night and enter with a passport or voter ID. No visa is needed.
Licensed guide required
A Department of Tourism notice issued on 8 April 2026 confirms that guests must travel with a licensed guide beyond the first checkpoint, including on the drive from Paro airport. Treks need a licensed trekking guide.
Insurance is optional
Travel insurance has not been compulsory since 23 April 2024. We still recommend a policy that covers medical evacuation, especially for treks.
Passport validity
Your passport should be valid for at least 6 months beyond your departure date from Bhutan.
Rates can change. We confirm the current SDF and visa fee in writing before you pay anything.
What guests say after travelling with us
“I am a solo traveler most of the time and prefer planning on my own. But for a change this time used Deya for my trip to Bhutan and absolutely loved the idea of doing it.”
Suma K
Solo traveller
“We did 7 nights 8 days tour with Deya Bhutan and had a wonderful experience. Om Naath was in regular touch with us before during and after the trip. He was always available on WhatsApp.”
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7 nights, 8 days
“I visited Bhutan this October with my parents who are elderly and I was concerned about their well-being, but Mr. Omnath from Deya Tours and Travels made sure that they were well taken care of.”
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Family trip with elderly parents
Bhutan trekking questions
The Bumdra trek is a good first trek. You walk up for one day, camp near a monastery at about 3,800 metres, and walk down past Tiger’s Nest the next morning. The Druk Path is a good next step.
Yes. A licensed trekking guide is mandatory for all treks, as the Department of Tourism confirmed in its April 2026 notice.
Yes. Indian travellers can join any of our treks. We arrange the entry permit, transport from Phuentsholing or Paro, and the trekking permits.
The Snowman route runs through Lunana and has a short weather window, usually in autumn. Snow on the passes closes it in some years. We check the route conditions before we confirm dates.
Trekking costs include the SDF, guide, cook, camp staff, pack animals, food and camping gear. The total depends on group size and length. Ask us for a quote for your dates.
Free trip planning
Plan your Bhutan trek
Tell us your fitness level, dates and which trek interests you. We will check the season and send a plan with a full crew list.
- Free personalised consultation
- No booking fees, ever
- A reply within 24 hours
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