Trekking in Bhutan

Trekking in Bhutan – Scenic Hikes & High-Altitude Adventures

Trekking in Bhutan is a timeless and immersive wilderness experience. Once you leave the road behind, you enter a pristine, untouched landscape rarely influenced by modern life. The trails you follow are often ancient paths still used by locals to travel between remote villages. There are no roads, no overhead aircraft, and very few settlements—just sweeping views of snowcapped peaks, dense forests, and quiet valleys that stretch to the horizon.

Snowman Trek - At Rinchen Zoe La Pass (5320 m) in Lunana. October,2014
Snowman Trek – At Rinchen Zoe La Pass (5320 m) in Lunana. October,2014

Bhutan’s treks offer a glimpse into a way of life that remains deeply connected to nature. The small villages you encounter are far removed from urban life. Inhabitants—often semi-nomadic herders—graze cattle in wildflower-filled highlands beneath the gaze of towering Himalayan peaks. They are modest, warm, and welcoming, offering a rare chance to connect with Bhutan’s deeply rooted culture and hospitality.

Solitary Chorten near Jhomolari Base Camp
Solitary Chorten near Jhomolhari Base Camp

Bhutan is one of the most forested countries in the world, and this becomes especially apparent on a trek. Trails wind through multiple ecological zones, from subtropical forests to alpine meadows, showcasing incredible biodiversity. As most treks pass through protected national parks, there’s always a chance—however small—of encountering rare wildlife in its natural habitat.

Winter Trek (Samtegang Trek) - Sanghana village
Winter Trek (Samtegang Trek) – Sanghana village

While some low-altitude winter treks are available, most treks in Bhutan involve challenging high-altitude routes and require good physical conditioning. Treks range in length and difficulty—from short 3-day hikes like the Bumthang Owl Trek to the legendary Snowman Trek, an epic 32-day expedition across some of the most remote and demanding terrain in the Himalayas.

 Trekking Staffs in Bhutan

Trekking crew (Snowman Trek) Oct 2014. Courtesy Kirill & Olga
Trekking crew (Snowman Trek) Oct 2014. Courtesy Kirill & Olga

On all treks in Bhutan, you will be accompanied by a dedicated and experienced support team. This typically includes a certified trekking guide, a cook, a cook’s assistant, and one or more horsemen who manage the pack animals. Our crew members work together seamlessly to ensure your safety, comfort, and enjoyment throughout the journey. Each member of the team is….readmore >>

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Why Trek in Bhutan?

Bhutan offers a unique trekking experience unlike anywhere else—pristine landscapes, no crowds, cultural immersion, and protected nature. From short day hikes to remote, high-altitude routes, treks in Bhutan are spiritual and scenic in equal measure.

 

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