Adventure in the Thunder Dragon's kingdom
Bhutan's glacier-fed rivers, empty mountain roads and high trails make it one of the Himalayas' quieter adventure playgrounds. Raft the Mo Chhu below Punakha Dzong, ride a Royal Enfield over Chele La, mountain-bike village roads or trek to the Tibetan border. All private, all fully supported.
Best time
March–May and September–November; rafting is best March–April and November–December.
Why Bhutan
Why Bhutan for adventure
Glacier-fed rivers
Six major rivers, among them the Mo Chhu, Pho Chhu, Mangde Chhu and Kuri Chhu, have been run by rafts and kayaks, from gentle floats to serious rapids.
Light traffic, big passes
Winding roads with little traffic climb to passes like Chele La (3,988 m), the highest road in the country.
Fully supported
A support vehicle follows every ride, so you can rest, skip a stretch or swap to four wheels whenever you like.
Adventure with culture
Rivers run past dzongs, bike routes pass through villages and temples. Adventure here always comes with a story.
Ways to get your pulse up
Rivers, roads and ridges
Punakha · Mo Chhu & Pho Chhu
White-water rafting & kayaking
Easy runs for beginners and bigger rapids for veterans, with experienced local river guides. Best March–April and November–December.
Royal Enfield · 7 days
Motorcycle touring
Over Chele La, across Dochula and on to Phobjikha, with a support 4×4 and mechanic.
ExplorePaved roads to dirt trails
Mountain biking
Routes through farmland and villages for most levels, plus long climbs for strong riders, all vehicle-supported.
3 to 25 days
Trekking
From the short Bumthang Owl Trek to the legendary Snowman Trek.
Explore21 days
The wild east
Remote valleys, rough roads and a homestay with the Brokpa herders of Sakteng.
ExploreOur adventure journeys
AdventureThe Bhutan Motorcycle Adventure
Paro · Chele La · Haa · Thimphu · Dochula · Punakha · Phobjikha · Paro
$2,760pp
TrekkingMighty Jomolhari Trek
Paro · Jangothang · Lingzhi · Thimphu
$4,700pp
TrekkingDruk Path Trek & Culture
Paro · Jele Dzong · Jimilang Tsho · Simkotra Tsho · Thimphu · Punakha · Paro
$4,400pp
Bhutan adventure tours FAQs
Your questions, answered
Still wondering about something? Ask our Thimphu team directly. We're happy to help.
Ask us on WhatsAppMarch–April and November–December, when water levels suit the Mo Chhu and Pho Chhu runs near Punakha.
Yes. The Mo Chhu has gentle sections for first-timers, while other rivers offer serious rapids for experienced paddlers. Every trip runs with experienced local river guides.
Yes, on a guided tour: our 7-day Motorcycle Adventure uses Royal Enfield bikes with a support 4×4 and mechanic. Bring your licence and an International Driving Permit valid for motorcycles.
Yes. Routes range from quiet paved roads to off-road trails through villages, all supported by a vehicle. Serious riders can aim for the Tour of the Dragon, a one-day race across the country each September.
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