Snowman Run Bhutan

In preparation for the first SNOWMAN RUN (October 2020), a route calibration run is being held from 13 October 2019.  Slated to be the most challenging race in the world, this ultramarathon will take runners across the breathtaking, pristine landscapes of Lunana– lakes, glaciers, majestic mountains, shrubs, isolated villages, and the highest places within the Himalayan mountain range. Somewhere between myth and mystery, the unforgiving terrain will be a true test of strength, resilience, and willpower for even the most daring and fittest athletes.

The Snowman Run leads off from Gasa, the northernmost district of Bhutan, and challenges runners to cover over 300 kilometres in less than 5 days, taking them to altitudes of 5,320m, before ending in the magical valley of Bumthang.

Inquire to create your own Snowman Run tour with us.  Visit snowmanrun.org to know more about the run.

The Bhutan Festival of Literature, Art & Culture

The tenth edition of the Mountain Echoes literary festival is being held from August 22-25, 2019 in Thimphu, Bhutan.

It brings together writers, biographers, historians, environmentalists, scholars, photographers, poets, musicians, artists, film-makers to engage in cultural dialogue, share stories, create memories and spend three blissful days in the mountains.

Mountain Echoes enjoys the patronage of Her Majesty the Royal Queen Mother Ashi Dorji Wangmo Wangchuck.

Punakha Tsechu

Punakha Tsechu 9 days

Witness the celebration of traditional Bhutanese culture and faith and Punakha Festival (Tsechu), held in the grounds of the magnificent Punakha Dzong.

Bhutan International Marathon Tour 8 days

This tour provides the opportunity to participate in the Bhutan International Marathon, as well as gain an in-depth view into the ancient way of life and rich culture that still thrives in Bhutan.

Jomolhari Trek

Jomolhari Trek 12 days

Discover Bhutan’s diverse landscape and visit remote villages and monasteries set against an incredible backdrop of snow-capped mountains.

Historic Central Bhutan

Historic Central Bhutan 12 days

Combine the cultural highlights of Bhutan’s beautiful Western valleys with the central valleys, Bhutan’s spiritual and historical heartland.

Living Culture of Bhutan

Living Culture of Bhutan 6 days

Explore the heritage and traditions of Bhutan’s culturally rich-western valleys including Dzongs, temples, monasteries and villages.

Royal Bhutan Helicopter Service launched

Bhutan’s first rotary air support during emergency for public was officially launched in November. Apart from emergencies the helicopter will also be used to ferry government officials to oversee and monitor developmental activity. The helicopter can be hired for private uses like transporting passengers, scenic flights for tourists, and transportation of cargo.
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Son of the Dragon

sonam4Born in November 1977, Sonam is the youngest of five siblings and comes from Kyichu village in Paro. The son of a village farmer, he spent his early childhood in Paro and went to school there. In 1999, he joined the Royal Body Guards and served for 3 years. The years from 2003 to 2005 were spent with his parents in Kyichu, where he helped his family by driving a family owned taxi.

He joined his present job as driver at Aman Resorts in 2005.

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Bhutan Tsechu

2014 Recommended Festival Itineraries

Tsechus (festivals) are one of the best ways to experience the ancient living culture of Bhutan. A Tsechu is a Buddhist festival in honour of Buddhist Saint Padmasambhava, popularly known as ‘Guru Rimpoche’, the saint who was responsible for introducing Buddhism to Bhutan. The Tsechu draws hundreds of Bhutanese people in a spirit of reverence, blessing, festivity and celebration. The Tsechu comes to life with colour, music, dance and drama as villagers and townspeople gather to witness the masked dances, sword dances and other sacred rituals.
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