Many foreigners get alarmed at the Bhutan Tariff(Travel cost) set by the government of Bhutan to spend a holiday in Bhutan but if you consider it well the Bhutan tariff (travel cost) is worth the value.
Bhutan being an exotic vacation destination, the government has set a policy of “high-value low impact “ and a mandatory daily tariff (Bhutan travel cost) of USD 200 per person per night as government tax in order to prevent it from being overwhelmed by mass tourism and its effects.
The mandatory tariff goes to the government and is used efficiently for environmental protection, free education, health care and developmental activities and meanwhile keeping in mind the future generations of the country.
The royal government of Bhutan sets the mandatory tax fee to pay a visit to Bhutan and these must be paid in US dollars prior to arrival in Bhutan.
The minimum daily package applicable per tourist per night halt in Bhutan for tourists is as follows:
The minimum daily package (Bhutan Travel cost) covers the following services:
A minimum of 3-star accommodation (4 & 5 stars may require extra premium payment).
Bhutan Visa
All meals and refreshments
A licensed Bhutanese tour guide for the extent of your stay
All internal ground transport
Tickets to all attractions & historical places
USD 200 Sustainable Development Fee (SDF)
Free 5G sim cards
The minimum daily package (Bhutan Travel cost) doesn’t include:
Airfares for both international & Domestic flights
Travel Insurance
Tips for guide and driver
DISCOUNTS
There shall be no charge other than a visa fee of USD 40 for children below the age of 5 years.
Children between the ages of 5-12 years shall be given a 50% discount on the minimum daily package rate.