PLACES IN BHUTAN
THIMPU >> PUNAKHA >> PARO >> PHUENTSHOLING
Best Time To Travel:
The best time to visit Bhutan is during the springtime i.e from March to May when the weather is pleasant and the valleys become lush green with flowers blooming all over. This is the best time to visit Bhutan for sightseeing and other outdoor activities. October to November is also an ideal time to plan a visit to Bhutan as the days are sunny and you can even find snow at higher elevations. Hence, the best seasons to visit Bhutan are autumn and spring when the temperature is balanced, and the skies are clear.
Summer Season in Bhutan
The summer months are June, July, and August. It is the best time to visit Bhutan as these months are the warmest and sunniest, excellent for all the outdoor activities and sightseeing.
Monsoon Season in Bhutan
Though, during the months of June to August, there might be mild showers in the afternoon; but the regions of Bhutan do not experience the monsoon season as such, for the rainfall very rarely.
Winter Season in Bhutan
The winter months (December to February) are impossible to survive properly up in the north if you are coming from a warm climate zone. It keeps getting colder in January and February till the season of spring finally arrives.
Do You Know?
This Secluded kingdom uses a unique barometer to measure economic progress. With his famous declaration in the 1970’s, the former King of Bhutan challenged conventional, narrow, and materialistic notions of human progress. He realized and declared that the existing development paradigm - Gross National Product - did not consider the ultimate goal of every human being: It’s Happiness. The UN Realised its Third World Happiness Report, created in response to a 2011 proposal by Bhutan. Butans economy is growing at a healthy annual rate of 7 % Officials here worry that modern life tends to throw things off-balance and are asking relevant questions to understand the lack of contentment in everyday life.
THINGS YOU COULD DO IN BHUTAN
The Great Himalayan Kingdon replete with Buddist art and adventure activities in the country which prioritizes Gross National Happiness as an indicator for development
Kayaking - The six main rivers of Bhutan and their tributaries provide a variety of courses perfect for kayakers. Enjoy the gentle currents of Paro Valley, Trongsa & Punakha Valley as you take on this adventure sport.
Rafting - Rafting in Bhutan gives you the pleasure to gently float down the river while soaking in the surrounding beauty and moving through some modest yet exhilarating rapids. The rafting route of the Po Chu River with moderate rapids and the rafting route of Mo Chu River is the most popular rafting courses in Bhutan.
Cycling - The Challenging climb and the exhilarating descent, dense mixed forest and lush meadows, traditional villages, and ancient Dzongs makes cycling in Bhutan an amazing way to connect with the unspoiled nature of this land Most cycling tours in Bhutan start in Paro Valley and pass through Thimpu, Dochula, Punakha Valley, Bumthang, and Ura.
Trekking - With the overlooking snow-capped mountains, green valleys, and stunning lakes for company, trekking in Bhutan is a wonderful experience.
Wildlife Safari - Asiatic elephants, Black Bear, Leopards, Tiger, and Golden Langur among other mammals can be seen in their natural habitat in Bhutan
Meditation - Relax in the many meditation and yoga centers spread throughout the kingdom.