5 Popular Activities to Enjoy in Bhutan, The Last Shangi-La

Shangi-La, Bhutan

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[post_ads]Popularly known as the ‘Shangri La’, Bhutan is a tranquil nation nestled in the Himalayas with rich culture and heritage and well preserved pristine natural beauty. Majorly populated by Buddhists, this picturesque place is a paradise for nature lovers and adventure enthusiasts, alike. Here is a list of popular activities to enjoy while in Bhutan:

Bhutan Sightseeing Tour - The sightseeing and trekking tour starts from Bagdogra and takes you on an adventure to please your soul and fill it with ecstasy. You get to witness the rich culture and heritage of the nation, the beautiful architecture of the monasteries and gompas and the pristine immaculate natural beauty. Some of the places of attraction that you see during the trip include the Peaks National Memorial Chorten, Kuensel Phodrang Nature Park, Tango Monastery, Chimi Lhakhang, Punakha Dzong, Paro Dzong, Tiger’s Nest monastery, Phuentsholing etc.

Glamping - Glamping or glamorous camping amidst the untamed wilderness of Bhutan is something you must have on your bucket list. The trip is a beautiful blend of exploring and visiting exotic and offbeat yet gorgeous locations like the Takin sanctuary, Santeygang viewpoint, Changangkha Lhakhang, Farmer’s market etc. it also takes you through the popular tourist destinations of Punakha via Dochu la pass, Chimi Lhakhang, etc.

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Women Only Tour - In case you’re planning a trip with your Gang of Girls, Bhutan is an ideal destination as it is quite safe. While you can indulge in sight-seeing and other activities at Thimphu, Dochu-La Pass, Punakha Dzong, Punakha, Drukgyel Dzong and Kyichu Lhakhang, etc; don’t hesitate to treat the thrill seeker in you.

Biking Trip - For total adrenaline junkies, the idea of exploring Bhutan for via a bike trip is quite tempting. The bike trip usually spans over two weeks and takes you through the enchanting valleys and circuitous routes, starting from Paro to Thimphu, Punakha and Dochula Pass.

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Rafting and hiking in Bhutan - Lastly, Rafting and hiking in Bhutan takes you on a wild ride over the vast rivers and pictorial hills and valleys of the land of the thunder dragon, while also exploring some of the popular tourist destinations like Phuntsoling, Tigers Nest Paro, Thimpu, Punakha, Pho Chhu, and so on.