RAFTING IN BHUTAN

Adventurous travelers to Bhutan can experience thrilling rafting and kayaking on the kingdom’s pristine rivers, which vary from gentle flows to powerful torrents. Six major rivers—Wangchhu, Sunkosha, Puna Tsanchhu, Mangde Chhu, Dangmechhu, and Kuri Chhu—offer routes for both beginners and experienced adventurers, complemented by walking and trekking along scenic riverbanks. Adventure sports are relatively new in Bhutan but rapidly gaining popularity, with trained Bhutanese guides ensuring safety. The best time for water sports is from March to April and November to December, and all operators follow Tourism Council guidelines with professional equipment and proper guide-client ratios.

RAFTING THROUGH MANAS

Rafting through the Royal Manas National park is a good opportunity to delve into the nature with forest and rich biodiversity, which are home to endangered golden langur, Asian elephant, water buffalo, gaur, Rufous necked hornbill, pygmy hog, Bengal tiger, clouded leopards, and many wild cats.You need not have to have experience to try out white water rafting in Bhutan. As long as you are ready to paddle a bit and get wet, you are qualified to do the rafting. Kindly note water levels in the month of May and October are high and low in the winter months of January and February. Bhutan Inbound guides are well trained in safety measures. Having said that, ensure that all safety measures are undertaken and most importantly, follow your guide’s instruction very carefully.

RAFTING IN PUNAKHA

River Rafting in Bhutan is full of fun & Adventure. You need not have to be professional to try out Rafting in Punakha. There will be trained Rafters to accompany you along the way. The Pho Chu River, with its approx 16 km is the most popular for rafting in Bhutan followed by the Mo Chu river with 10 Km, both at Punakha . As you drift by , you may encounter world rarest bird; White Bellied Heron/Kingfisher & also get to capture the amazing view of Punakha Dzong & the magnificent lush green valley.