Bhutan Walking Holidays

Whether you’re a seasoned trekker or more of a leisurely rambler, with myriad trails criss-crossing the hillsides, Bhutan walking holidays can cater to all abilities. If you’re up for a challenge, head to Thimpu to embark on the Dagala Thousand Lakes Trek, named after the shimmering high altitude lakes which you’ll pass along the way. Gangtey, located within the Phobjikha Valley at the centre of the country, is another apt area for Bhutan walking holidays. The hillsides are decorated with an array of interwoven trekking trails, making hiking boots a must when visiting the picturesque region. Traverse the verdant landscape with rare black-necked cranes for company, who migrate to the valley each October.

The famed Tiger’s Nest Monastery is a well-known draw for visiting Bhutan and can be included in your Bhutan walking holiday itinerary. Accessible via a steep uphill trek, which should take three to four hours from Paro, the sacred Buddhist site clings to the cliff-face above the upper Paro valley. Once inside, you’ll have the chance to witness monks meditating and local pilgrims in prayer. Far more than just an active holiday destination, Bhutan offers an insight into an ancient Buddhist kingdom, largely untouched by the wider world.