Activities

Dhur Tsachu and Gangtey Trek

March 9, 2009

The Tourism Council of Bhutan (TCB) has identified 2 additional trekking routes in, Wangduephodrang and Bumthang. The Dhur Tsachu in Bumthang, and Gangtey Trail in Wangduephodrang, TCB said, would give tourists both natural and cultural visiting experience.

Detailed Program for Punakha Drubchen and Tshechu

March 1, 2009

Punakha Drubchen is from the 3 - 5 of March, followed by the Punakha Tshechu from 6 – 8 of March, 2009. These important historical and religious festivals are held every year around this time of the year in the Punakha Dzong. Check out the links below for some useful information on these two festivals.

Eco Tourism Successful in Nabji Korphu

February 19, 2009

It’s now winter but Thinley, a farmer in Trongsa is looking forward to next autumn. Not that he’s particularly crazy about the season, though things may seem nicer then. What he’s excited about is the stream of tourists that the fall delivers.

List of Holidays in Bhutan – 2009

January 10, 2009

When you are planning your trip to Bhutan, it is a good idea to be aware of the Bhutanese national holidays. On these holidays, all the government offices and institutions are closed. Read More »

100 Indigenous Fish in Bhutan

December 19, 2008

There are over 100 indigenous species of fish found in Bhutan out of which 52 have been identified. Officials at the Cold Water Fishery centre at Haa said they were researching the growth of different species of fish.

At the moment, the centre is collecting data on the performance and growth of fish in different rivers. Read More »

Programme for the Bhutan Folk Festival

December 9, 2008

Bhutan Folk Festival is a unique festival organised by ABTO to showcase the rich traditional heritage of Bhutan. It will take place in Punakha from the 13 – 15 December, 2008. Read More »