Bhutan Day Experience
Culture, nature and adventure in one day. Drive through Manas National Park into Bhutan, receive a traditional Khadar welcome, visit...
Per jeep₹9,500 Indian(1–5 guests)
Book nowBhutan trips are currently open to Indian travellers only. Bookings for foreign nationals are not available yet. Please contact our team if your group includes a foreign national.
TRAVELLA / THE COLLECTION
Bhutan, just across the Manas
Cross from Manas in Assam into Panbang, Bhutan's quiet southern gateway. A Khadar welcome, waterfalls, Bhutanese food and a river run on the Manas, for a day, a night or a week.
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WHY PANBANG
Bhutan's quiet southern gateway
Panbang sits at the edge of Royal Manas National Park, Bhutan's oldest protected area, where the Manas river leaves the hills. It's a small, friendly place with clear rivers, forest waterfalls and real village life.
PHOTO GALLERY
Bhutan in pictures
Bhutan Day Experience 1 day
BEFORE YOU GO
Entry rules for Bhutan
Indian guests
- No visa needed. Carry a valid passport or Voter ID (original) for the Bhutan entry permit.
- Children: passport or birth certificate.
- Send us ID copies when you book and we arrange the permit.
- Bhutan's Sustainable Development Fee (SDF) for Indian nationals is currently Nu. 1,200 per person per night.
Foreign guests
- A Bhutan visa is required and is arranged with your booking through our licensed Bhutanese partner.
- Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond your travel dates.
- SDF for international visitors is currently US$100 per person per night.
- If you enter Bhutan from Assam, you also need a valid Indian visa.
Entry rules and fees are set by the Governments of Bhutan and India and can change. We confirm everything in writing before you pay. Last checked: October 2026.
Sustainable Development Fee (SDF). Bhutan's Sustainable Development Fee (SDF), where it applies, is paid directly in Bhutan and is not part of the Travella price.
GOOD TO KNOW
Questions about Bhutan
Which Bhutan trip should I choose?
Short on time: the Bhutan Day Experience from Manas. Want an evening in Bhutan: Bhutan in 24 Hours with a riverside camp and bonfire. Want to really explore: the 6-day Southern Bhutan Expedition.
Do Indians need a visa for Bhutan?
No. Indian nationals need a valid passport or Voter ID for the entry permit, which we arrange for you. Foreign guests need a Bhutan visa, arranged with the booking.
Where do these trips start?
The Day Experience starts from Bansbari, Manas (Assam). Bhutan in 24 Hours starts in Panbang. The 6-day expedition starts at Nganglam and ends at Gelephu.
Is rafting safe for beginners and families?
Yes. Every rafting run starts with a safety briefing and full gear (life jackets and helmets) with certified river guides. Rafting runs only when weather and river conditions are suitable.
How do I book?
Choose your date and group size on the booking page, then pay securely online. Your trip is confirmed in writing after payment.