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USEFUL BHUTAN TRIP INFORMATION FOR VISITING BHUTAN

CLIMATE OF BHUTAN::
The southern part of Bhutan is tropical, and in general the eastern region of the country is warmer than the central valleys. The central valleys of Punakha, Wangduephodrang, Mongar, Tashigang and Lhuentse enjoy a semi-tropical climate with cool winters, whilst Paro, Thimphu, Tongsa and Bumthang have a much harsher climate. Winter in Bhutan is from mid-November till mid-March, and at this time of the year the climate is dry and sunny for the most part, temperatures peaking at around 15 °C. in the daytime and falling below zero at night. The monsoon usually arrives in mid-June, with light rain falling mainly in the afternoons and evenings. At the end of September, after the last of the big rains, autumn suddenly arrives, and is a magnificent season for trekking until November.

LANGUAGE OF BHUTAN
While Dzongkha is the national language, English is the medium of instruction in schools and is widely spoken and understood by most Bhutanese.

 

BHUTAN TIME ZONE
Bhutan time is 6 hours ahead of GMT and there is only one time zone throughout the country.

HEALTH CARE IN BHUTAN
No vaccinations are currently required for traveling to Bhutan. However, visitors coming from an area infected with yellow fever are required to have had a yellow fever vaccination at least 10 days before their arrival. Cholera vaccinations are strongly recommended for visitors coming from a cholera infected area. Anti-malarial medication is also recommended for all travelers who will be visiting rural areas of districts bordering India.

BHUTANESE CURRENCY
Bhutan's currency is the Ngultrum (Nu.), with 100 Chetrum = 1 Ngultrum. The Ngultrum is fixed to the value of Indian rupee. Tourists are advised to carry their money in the form of traveler’s checks (preferably American Express) with some cash (US dollars would be best) which might be used for incidental purchases/expenses. There are bank branches in all major towns.

ELECTRICITY IN BHUTAN
In Bhutan, electricity runs on 220/240 volts, with round hole two-pin and three-pin power outlets. If you bring electrical appliances, also pack appropriate adapter plugs. Thimphu electrical appliance shops stock adapter plugs, but they are unlikely to be available elsewhere.

MODE OF COMMUNICATIONS IN BHUTAN
Tourists would be able to check their emails,make international telephone calls from most towns and even get Bhutanese mobile SIM cards while touring in Bhutan. Internet service and mobile phone networks are available throughout the country. IDD calls may be made and received at most accommodations used by Bhutan All Seasons Tours and, internet access is assured at most hotels in Bhutan.

TOURIST VEHICLES FOR TRAVEL WITHIN BHUTAN
We provide various types of tourist vehicles, we provide SUVs- Hyuindai Tucson,Toyota Prado land cruisers, Honda CR-Vs for 2-3 tourists and for larger tour group we provide mini buses with seating capacity of 18-22 and 6-8 seats. All our vehicles are heated, and our drivers are well experienced and competent professionals.

TOURIST ACCOMMODATIONS IN BHUTAN
Bhutan All Seasons has carefully selected the list of hotels in Bhutan with the best of location, service and ambience. Away from the towns and villages, there are purpose-built cabins on some of the principal trekking routes. But there is nothing like camping out in the forest or at the foot of a mountain! Wherever you spend the night, the warm Bhutanese hospitality will make you feel welcome.

FOOD IN BHUTAN
Bhutanese delicacies are rich with spicy chillies and cheese. All hotels and lodges on Bhutan All Seasons's selected list of accommodations offer delicious Chinese, Continental, Bhutanese and Indian cuisine.
For trekking groups, Bhutan All Seasons's own trained cooks will prepare dishes suitable to western taste in the above range, and every effort will be made to accommodate the individual dietary preferences of your clients. Please give some advance notice of any special dietary requirements so that we can make appropriate arrangements when the catering team assembles provisions.

CLOTHING
Due to the wide range of temperature and climatic conditions it is advisable to dress in layers. For protection against cold, layered clothing is better than one or two thick garments. Clothing should preferably be made from natural materials, which allow the body to breathe.

WHAT TO PACK
The following is fairly exhaustive list of what you should pack for the trip: Clothes as per season, sunglasses/spare glasses, pair of casual shoes, knife, hat, umbrella, camera, films and accessories (including spare camera batteries), insect repellent, hand cream, small sewing kit & safety pins, torch or flash light with spare batteries, mirror, scissors, sun cream, lip salve, soluble aspirin, antiseptic cream, anti-histamine cream, anti-diarrhea pills, a preparation for the relief of sunburn, and any medication you take regularly, or might need to take for a periodically recurring condition, such as asthma.

SHOPPING IN BHUTAN
Bhutanese hand-woven textiles, carved masks, woven baskets, wooden bowls, handmade paper products, finely crafted metal objects, thangkha paintings and Bhutan's exquisite postage stamps are the items mostly purchased by travelers in Bhutan. The buying and selling of antiques is strictly forbidden.

GRATUITIES::TIPPING IN BHUTAN

Tipping is a standard practice in Bhutan. Whether or not to tip your Bhutanese tour guide and your car driver at the end of your Bhutan trip is entirely at your discretion.