Government announces new SDF incentives

The incentives are available for full US dollar SDF-paying tourists, and for stays in Bhutan between June 01, 2023 and December 31, 2024

The Cabinet has today announced three different SDF incentives for US dollar SDF-paying tourists that are designed to encourage longer stays and greater exploration of all 20 dzongkhags.

Wonderful Thimphu valley

21 best places to visit in Thimphu

Here are 21 best places to visit in Thimphu with detail information:

Tashichho Dzong: A majestic fortress housing the king’s throne room, government offices, and temples.Buddha Dordenma Statue: A towering statue of Buddha overlooking the city.National Memorial Chorten: A stupa built in memory of the third king of Bhutan.Changangkha Lhakhang: A

Trans Bhutan Trail

Why Trans Bhutan Trail is important

The Trans Bhutan Trail is essential for several reasons, including:

Promotion of sustainable tourism: The Trans Bhutan Trail promotes sustainable tourism by encouraging visitors to experience Bhutan’s natural beauty and culture in a responsible and respectful way. It provides an alternative to traditional mass tourism, which can have a detrimental

Black Necked Crane Information Centre

Why Bhutan charges Sustainable Development Fee (SDF)

Bhutan is a small Himalayan kingdom that has gained international recognition for its unique development philosophy of Gross National Happiness (GNH). The Bhutanese government has placed a strong emphasis on protecting its environment, preserving its culture and heritage, and promoting sustainable development. In line with this philosophy, Bhutan has implemented a Sustainable Development Fee

Punakha Dzong

Five reason to visit Bhutan

There are several reasons why someone might choose to travel to Bhutan. Here are some of the five most compelling reasons:

Unique cultural experience: Bhutan is a country with a unique and vibrant culture that has remained relatively untouched by the outside world. Visitors can experience the country’s traditional architecture, dress, music, dance, and

Authentic Bhutan Travel Experiences

Bhutan is open

In a world that is always on the go, Bhutan provides sanctuary. Here, you can find earthly pleasures: archery and age-old crafts, dishes of home-made cheese and fearsomely hot chillies, breathtaking treks and restorative hot-stone baths.
But there’s another Bhutan, too – the one hinted at by the prayer flags strung across gorges and fluttering

What is SDF and how much is the SDF?

From our reopening on September 23rd, visitors to Bhutan will make an active contribution to Bhutan’s economic, social and cultural development. The Sustainable Development Fee enables investment in transformative programmes that preserve our traditions, protect our heritage and environment, upgrade infrastructure, create opportunities for our young people, and build resilience.
What is SDF?
The SDF