Bhutan: Spirit & Nature

A natural and cultural odyssey into the Lost Kingdom.

Trip Overview

Discover the rich Buddhist culture of Bhutan, the “Land of the Thunder Dragon”
From timberline to subtropics, experience the Himalayas’ most pristine ecosystems
Visit Taktshang Monastery, the “Tiger’s Lair” perched half a mile up a sheer cliff in the majestic Himalayan mountains

Bhutan is an anomaly in the contemporary world. Unchanged for centuries, this small kingdom in the Himalayas has remained in relative isolation, its Buddhist traditions and peaceable ways untarnished by outside influence. Only since 1974 have tourists been welcomed, and among those who explore Asia, Bhutan visitors remain few. Those who embark on our Bhutan expedition find a mountain enclave of forests, glacial rivers, pastures dotted with wildflowers and browsing yaks, and ancient monasteries and temples that have stood for centuries. Home to snow leopards, blue sheep, red pandas, Asian elephants and tigers, Bhutan’s environment and culture are strictly protected. The result is a rare encounter with a lost kingdom, a rare land and its people.

Location of Adventure
Bhutan, Asia

Group Size Limit: Approximately 14 Travelers
A very important feature of our Bhutan expedition is the limited group size as nature travel is best experienced with smaller sized groups of travelers.

Included
Accommodations, meals as part of the tour, NHA's Expedition Leader, transfers on day 1 and final day in Bhutan, water and soft drinks, permits and park fees, visas and gratuities for airport transfers provided by NHA, baggage portage, mandatory medical evacuation insurance.

Not Included
Travel to Bhutan, transfers in Bangkok, gratuities for Expedition Leader, alcoholic beverages, personal items, airport taxes, travel insurance.

Physical Requirements
Moderate to Difficult / Flexible
Walking about 2-4 miles at altitudes up to 11,000 feet sometimes over rough terrain is required to participate in all activities. Travelers are not required to participate in every activity.

Getting There & Getting Home
We have pre booked spaces for our guests on flights from Bangkok to Paro. The schedules are not currently confirmed. You should plan on arriving in Bangkok a day prior to your tour and depart on your final day after 8pm. We recomend you book another night in Bangkok on your last day. We can best serve you if Natural Habitat Adventures’ Travel Desk makes these reservations for you as they are intimately familiar with the special requirements of these programs and can arrange the most efficient and cost-effective travel. Please call us at 1-800-543-8917.

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2008 Dates
Nov 9 - 20
Nov 23 - Dec 4

2009 Dates
Feb 17 - 28
Nov 9 - 20
Nov 23 - Dec 4

2010 Dates
Feb 17 - 28
Nov 9 - 20
Nov 23 - Dec 4

2008 Fees
$5,995
Single Supp.: $795
Deposit: $500

2009 Fees
$6,995
Single Supp.:$895
Deposit: $500

Prices are per person based on double occupancy and are given in US Dollars. Fees may increase for 2010. 2010 dates are not confirmed and are subject to change.