Bhutan - a Trekker's Guide

Bhutan is one of the world’s most mystical and mysterious countries and this guide gives a unique view with 27 treks throughout the country from the leading expert. Covers the whole country with treks in the west (Jhomolhari) across the northern mountain barrier to Tibet, east and centre of Bhutan. Very thorough planning information.

Bhutan

A Trekker's Guide

Author

Bart Jordans

Cover

Paperback - PVC

Edition

Second

ISBN_13

9781852845537

Availability

Published

Price

£15.00

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Front Cover (1)
Location Map (1)
Overview Maps (1)
Sample Routes (1)
Sample Photos (7)

Seasons

Pre monsoon (March-May and post monsoon (October-November) are best. Monsoon and winter trekking is much more challenging.

Centres

Bhutan’s capital Thimphu with airport Paro is the main access. Guide thoroughly explores Bhutan and many towns and villages.

Difficulty

Normal Himalayan trekking challenges, particularly altitude and staying healthy. Bhutan organisation helps a great deal.

Must See

The culture, the birds and wildlife, especially the spectacular mountains of this unknown region.

Second edition of this highly regarded guide (finalist at Banff Mountain Book Festival 2006).

With 27 treks of between 2 and 24 days in length, this guide offers a unique perspective to trekking through Bhutan. A thorough introduction offers advice on preparation and fitness, when to go and how to get there, trekking in Bhutan as well as the people and culture of this country.

The guide includes:

All the stunning trails, accompanied by full route information
Information on preparation, health issues, permits and local culture
Information to ensure a minimum-impact trek
The author's own stunning photographs, and full-colour sketch maps of each trek.