Bhutan is home for nature based adventure activities and its heavenly paradise. Best outdoor activities in Bhutan are given below. Adventure activities in Bhutan can be add on to your confirmed program. If you wish to avail these services, get in touch with us.
Playing Archery in Bhutan
Archery is the national sport of the Kingdom. Archery was declared the national sport in 1971, when Bhutan became a member of the United. Since then, the popularity of Bhutanese archery has increased both inside and outside Bhutan. Khuru (darts) is a traditional Bhutanese sport. It is a popular outdoor team sport often played during festivals and archery tournaments.
River Rafting in Bhutan
Since the river flow of Punakha is bigger than other rivers, this is the only place where you can opt for best river rafting in Bhutan. Rafting in October until May will have crystal clear water but high river ride in June to September gives good experiences to the rafters. You can expect grade II-IV river tide and its about 1.5 hrs to 2 hrs ride.
Kayaking in Bhutan
Rivers in Bhutan also offers great potential for Kayaking. Adventurous travelers will not be disappointed by the rugged, untamed waterways of Bhutan. The rivers are plentiful with strong currents varying between slow, gentle flows in some places and powerful, raging torrents can be found throughout the country. Although adventure sports and tourism are relatively recent introductions to Bhutan, they are rapidly gaining its popularity. Enjoy while in Bhutan.
One Night Trek in Bhutan
The Bumdra trek is one of the most beautiful short duration luxury trek in Bhutan with only one night camping in the wild but steep hike that gives a top-down perspective on the famous Tiger’s Nest with stunning views of the Himalayas and deep valleys, gorgeous sunsets over the mountains of Haa. It’s all uphill for the first day and all downhill on the second day, taking you up to almost 4000m, so you have to be in decent shape to enjoy this trek.
Cycling – Mountain Biking in Bhutan
The rugged, mountainous landscape of Bhutan lends itself well to both on-road and off-road mountain biking. Cycling in Bhutan, in the lush green valley is gaining its popularity among both visitors and Bhutanese bikers. With better roads replacing the old and the increasing number of off-road roads trails being developed, biking is now becoming a very unique and original way of seeing and interacting the country, people and the Bhutanese environment.
4WD Tough Safari in Bhutan
This adventure tour encompasses the stunning scenery, rich culture, cuisine, and history of Bhutan. Self-driving allows exploration way beyond the normal tourist path and makes for an unforgettable adventure. This tour will give you experience to self-drive in off road. You can choose the location based on your interest however the best place to start driving is from Wangdue Highway till Gangtey or in Gangtey farm roads. The is one of the unique thing to experience in Bhutan.
Hot Springs in Bhutan
Hot springs are known as Tshachus/menchus and are found in many parts of the country. The medicinal properties of these hot springs have been used by the Bhutanese people for centuries to cure various ailments ranging from arthritis to body aches and even sinuses. Enjoy the great ancient techniques of curing body ache, joins pain and harness many other values with us.
Horse Riding in Bhutan
Horse riding is possible in Bumthang and it is one of the adventure activities that we can arrange for you. It is a perfect way to experience the magnificence and the legend of this Himalayan Kingdom Bhutan at its most glorious, a perfect blend of culture and pristine nature.
Helicopter Ride in Bhutan
We can organize helicopter tours. Although expensive Helicopter rides or heli sightseeing is truly unique specially when you fly over beautiful hills and mountains. This is never like anywhere else in the world, experiencing the unique flavor.