FAQ
Common questions
Visas, costs, seasons and altitude. The things you should know before you pick your dates.
Quick answers
The four things guests ask first
Short answers here. Longer answers below.
Visa
We do it
We apply for your visa and permits after your deposit.
Best months
Mar–May, Oct–Nov
Clear skies and most festivals. Winter is quiet and sunny.
Group size
Private only
Your own guide, driver and car. No big groups.
Reply time
1 working day
We answer every message from Punakha, Bhutan (GMT+6).
Travelling to Bhutan
General questions
Do I need a licensed tour company in Bhutan?
Yes. Visitors travel with a licensed Bhutan tour company and a planned trip. The company does your visa, permits and daily government fee. We do all of this for you.
How much does a Bhutan trip cost?
It depends on the season, your hotels, your group size and your route. Government fees are set by the Department of Tourism and can change. Send us your dates and we will send you a clear written price.
When is the best time to visit Bhutan?
Autumn (October to November) and spring (March to May) have clear skies and many festivals. Winter is sunny and quiet in the low valleys. The rainy months are very green and have few visitors.
Do I need to be very fit?
Culture trips have easy walking. The walk up to Tiger's Nest is the hardest part, about four to five hours up and down. Treks can be easy or hard. We will pick a route that fits you.
How do I check festival dates?
Bhutan festivals follow the moon calendar, so the dates change every year. We check the official dates for you before we fix your plan.
How do payment and cancellation work?
We send payment dates and cancellation rules in writing with your price, as Bhutan rules require. You pay nothing before you have read them.
Can you plan a fully private trip?
Yes. Most of our guests travel on a private plan made for them. We plan honeymoons, photo trips, family holidays and long stays.
Do I need travel insurance?
Yes. Please travel with insurance that covers medical care, mountain activities and trip cancellation.
Our journeys
Booking and day-by-day plans
Is this day-by-day plan fixed?
No. Every trip we publish is just a starting point. We can change the days, stays and pace to match your interests.
What kind of rooms are included?
Each trip lists its usual standard. You can ask to upgrade to one of Bhutan's top luxury lodges, if space allows.
How big is the group?
Trips are private by default: your own guide, driver and vehicle, travelling only with your own group.
What happens after I send a message?
A Beetle Travels team member will ask about your dates and preferences, then send a written day-by-day plan and price.
Not answered?
Ask us directly
Send us your question. A real person in Punakha will reply, usually within one working day.
Plan your journey
Let us plan your Bhutan trip
Tell us your dates, your pace and what you want from Bhutan. Our Punakha team will build a day-by-day plan for you.