Tourist Information

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PLAN YOUR JOURNEY

Visiting Bhutan

All visitors pay the Sustainable Development Fee (SDF) to support local infrastructure, healthcare, and conservation efforts. Whether you are traveling for vibrant cultural festivals, high-altitude treks, or peaceful mountain retreats, our team is ready to guide you through the latest requirements and itinerary options.

A GLIMPSE OF BHUTAN

Visual Journey

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Step by Step

How to Visit Bhutan

  • Book your trip through a Bhutanese-registered agency or hotel like ours. They handle permits, visas, guides, and your itinerary.
  • Your host will submit your visa application to the Tourism Council of Bhutan. Visas are typically approved within 72 hours.
  • Visitors pay a daily Sustainable Development Fee (SDF), which supports free healthcare, education, and environmental conservation.
  • Drukair and Bhutan Airlines connect Paro with select cities in India, Thailand, Nepal, Singapore, and Bangladesh.
Entry Requirements

Visa & Permits

  • A visa is required for most travelers and must be arranged in advance through a licensed Bhutanese operator. You will need a passport valid for at least six months beyond your travel dates.
  • In addition to your visa, regional permits are required for areas outside Thimphu and Paro, such as Punakha, Bumthang, and Phobjikha. Your guide or hotel will arrange these for you.
  • Indian, Bangladeshi, and Maldivian citizens can obtain a permit on arrival with a valid passport or voter ID (Indian citizens).
Respect the Culture

What to Know Before You Go

Dress modestly

When visiting dzongs, monasteries, temples, and official buildings, wear long pants or skirts and sleeves. Remove hats and sunglasses before entering religious sites.

Photography etiquette

Always ask permission before photographing people or inside temples. Photography is often prohibited inside sacred spaces.

Respect sacred spaces

Walk clockwise around chortens, prayer wheels, and mani walls. Do not point your feet toward altars or people.

Tobacco & plastic

Smoking in public places is prohibited. Bhutan also restricts single-use plastics, so bring a reusable water bottle.

Sustainable Tourism

Sustainable Development Fee

  • Bhutan’s tourism policy is built on the principle of "high value, low volume." The Sustainable Development Fee (SDF) is currently USD 100 per person per night for most international visitors. This contribution directly supports Bhutan’s free education, healthcare, conservation efforts, and community development.
  • Children under five are exempt, and children aged 5–12 receive a 50% concession. Rates and policies may change, so please confirm the latest SDF with your tour operator.