What to Pack
A practical packing list for Bhutan: layers, walking shoes, modest clothes for temples, sun protection and power adapters.
Clothing
- Layers: temperatures change quickly with altitude and time of day
- A warm fleece or down jacket, even in spring and autumn
- A waterproof jacket, essential from June to August
- Comfortable walking shoes with good grip for the Tiger’s Nest hike
- Long-sleeved tops and long trousers or skirts for dzongs and temples (see what to wear)
Health and comfort
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat: the sun is strong at altitude
- Any personal medication, with copies of prescriptions
- A small first-aid kit and motion-sickness tablets for winding roads
- A reusable water bottle
- Lip balm and moisturiser for dry air
Electronics
Bhutan uses 230 V at 50 Hz, with type D, F and G sockets. Bring a universal adapter, spare batteries or a power bank, and a small torch for farmhouses and early starts.
For trekkers
Treks need extra gear, from sleeping bags to warm layers for high camps. We send a trek-specific packing list with every trekking itinerary.