Bhutan
Bhutan is a tiny kingdom that is probably the closest thing to paradise on earth! Although it is “poor” by the definition of western economics, it’s an incredibly rich country in terms of its culture, people, natural beauty, and pristine environment.
The King is a forward thinking individual, and everyone in the country is given free education and health care among many other benefits. It is the only country on earth that has a government policy of “Gross National Happiness” where the goal is to provide citizens with a perfect balance of economic opportunity, a clean environment, and spiritual well being!
Although Bhutan is expensive to visit due to a government policy that drastically limits the number of tourists allowed into the country, once you visit it, you will understand why, and gladly support this policy!
For people who have trekked with us in other parts of the Himalayas, or if you’re new and looking for a truly special and unique experience, a trip to Bhutan is a highlight not to be missed!
Kevin Grange has written a wonderful book chronicling our Snowman Trek:
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Trips
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Trips
Land Cost: $3380 (Customized private trip).
Everything included except flights to/from Bhutan.
Custom private departure at any time with as few as two people!
Length: 12 days
| Max. Altitude: 3,100m/10,000ft
This Bhutan adventure has the perfect balance of a combination of cultural touring and day hikes, but no overnight camping in tents (unless you really want that!;-). The country’s most interesting sights will be explored, but you will also enjoy ‘soft adventure’ on the active component that involves spectacular days hikes that are off the [...]
Land Cost: $5320 USD
(Based on min. 2 participants sharing. Limited space / Druk Air seats)
May 05 – May 23 ’13
Sep 23 – Oct 11 ’13
Oct 05 – Oct 23 ’13
May 04 – May 22 ’14
Sep 22 – Oct 10 ’14
Oct 03 – Oct 21 ’14**
(**Thimphu festival)
Length: 19 days 18 nights.
| Max. Altitude: 4950m / 16,235ft
This trek offers you a diverse variety of Bhutanese landscapes and culture and is without doubt one of the most beautiful and unspoiled trekking areas in the entire Himalayas.
Land Cost: $3380 USD
(Based on min. 2 participants sharing. Limited space / Druk Air seats)
May 05 – May 16 ’13
Sep 23 – Oct 04 ’13
Oct 05 – Oct 16 ’13
May 04 – May 15 ’14
Sep 22 – Oct 03 ’14
Oct 03 – Oct 14 ’14**
**(Thimphu Festival)
Length: 12 days 11 nights.
| Max. Altitude: 4950m / 16,235ft
This trek offers you a wonderful variety of Bhutanese landscapes and is without doubt one of the most beautiful and unspoiled trekking areas in the entire Himalayas.
Land Cost: $3380 USD
(based on min. 2 participants sharing, and current gov't royalty fees).
May 05 – May 16 ’13
Sep 23 – Oct 4 ’13
Oct 05 – Oct 16 ’13
May 04 – May 15 ’14
Sep 22 – Oct 3 ’14
Oct 03 – Oct 14 ’14**
**(Thimphu Festival)
Length: 12 days 11 nights.
| Max. Altitude: 3100m / 10,200ft
This tour focuses on the fabulously interesting and diverse culture, history, monasteries and festivals of the wonderful Kingdom of Bhutan.
Land Cost: $8370 USD
(Per person - based on min. 2 participants sharing.)
May 05 - Jun 03 ’13
Sep 23 – Oct 22 ’13***
Oct 05 – Nov 03 ’13
***SOLD OUT!
May 04 - Jun 02 ’14
Sep 22 – Oct 21 ’14
Oct 03 – Nov 01 ’14**
**(Thimphu Festival)
Length: 30 days total. 25 day trek.
| Max. Altitude: 17,320ft / 5280m
This spectacular 30-day adventure in Bhutan begins with the 25-day Snowman trek into one of the country’s most remote valleys.
