Yatara Adventure is well known for planning day hikes and walks into your tour itineraries, and we are looking into more intriguing short hikes to add interest to your tour and allow you to experience the Land of Thunder Dragon on foot. Most locations have short and day hiking trails. You can always go on a day hike if you wish to see Bhutan on foot but are unable to embark on the treks.
The hiking trails are generally very comfortable and pass through forested areas with a lot of wilderness surrounding, many chortens (small stupas), monasteries, clear beautiful lakes, and you may even find your path through a Bhutanese village. Depending on which places you will be touring while in Bhutan, we will adjust and insert the hike into your tour itinerary. Please let us know if you prefer trekking or hiking, and we will tailor it to your preferences.
Places to Hike in Bhutan
- The Well-Known Taktsang Hike: Takes four to five hours. Half of the trekking trail is a little uphill, but it's well worth the stroll or hike to view the stunning Taktsang Monastery, also referred to as the Tiger's Nest.
- The Kilu Nunnery Hike: A short and relatively easy hike offering stunning views of the Paro Valley, ideal for those wanting to experience Bhutan’s beauty without a long trek.
- Lungtsutse Hike: A round trip takes about four to five hours. The hike leads to a beautiful temple above the Dochula Stupas, offering views of Punakha, Wangdue, and the Himalayan Mountain Range.
- Tango and Cheri Hike - Thimphu: A pilgrimage into Bhutanese spirituality leading to two significant Buddhist monasteries, Cheri and Tango.
- Phajoding Climb - Thimphu: A day-long climb to tranquil temples above the capital city, also the endpoint of the Druk Path Trek.
- Deodaydrak Climb - Thimphu: A three to four-hour ascent to a sacred monastery, an off-the-beaten-path hike.
- Khamsum Yuley Temple Hike: Located in Punakha, this temple was built by Bhutan’s Queen Mother for the Fifth King. A beautifully crafted Bhutanese architectural marvel.
- Rukubji Hike: Part of the historic Trans Bhutan Trail, this hike provides cultural immersion and scenic beauty, leading to the charming village of Rukubji and its 300-year-old Lhakhang.
- The Drapham Dzong Hike: Located in Bumthang, this hike explores ancient archaeological sites dating back to the 16th-18th centuries.
Note: For detailed itinerary and cost of these featured tours, please contact us.