Bhutan 2025
Farewell Bhutan, You’ve Taught Me…
As our incredible journey neared its end, we posed another writing prompt to the group to ponder while moving throughout our final day in the Kingdom. While we hiked a
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The Kingdom of Bhutan
- Exploring Gross National Happiness (GNH)
- Hiking in the Himalayas - Tiger's Nest is a must!
- School exchange program with partner schools
- Immersion with Bhuddist teachings and practices
- Reflections on a different way to value prosperity
We have been working in Bhutan to provide student programming for over ten years. Tucked away in the Himalayas, this small country has so much to offer when it comes to living a prosperous and fulfilling life. We keep going back because of the friendships, opportunities to connect with the people and splendour of the natural environment. Our student learning exchange is a unique program element that leaves a lasting impression on the visiting students and our Bhutanese hosts. We know it is a world away, but like all great adventures, if the path were easy, it wouldn’t be worth going.
Dates: February to May
March to June are incredible months to visit Bhutan. It avoids the busy summer tourist season and allows the group to see the stunning spring weather as the country wakes up from winter. Other dates are possible, please inquire.
Length: 7 to 10 days in Bhutan
If travelling from North America, it can take 30 hours plus of travel time to land in Paro, Bhutan. When planning it is important to account for two travel days on the departure dates, and at least one on the return end of the program. We generally connect to our Bhutan flight in Bangkok, Thailand.
Cost Considerations
Bhutan is one of the most costly yet rewarding programs we offer. The Sustainable Development Fee is collected by the Bhutanese Government to help offset the impacts of tourism on the environment and is used to support the cultural and historic preservation of what makes Bhutan such a special place to visit. This additional daily fee increases the overall cost of the program. Accommodations options range in cost based on location.
More to Consider
- Did you know the two most spoken languages of Bhutan are English and Dzongkha. While the culture and traditions of the country are inspiring, the ability to communicate in English offers an incredible opportunity to connect with the locals and make our school exchange option a deeply memorable experience.
- The average altitude of the program ranges from 2100m to 3200m. There are exceptions when driving over high passes, or visiting some specific sites.
Start Planning
We want to speak with you. All our programs are custom designed from the locations, lessons, instructor suitability, risk management, to the timing and cost. It is what we do best, make the experience exactly what you want.
Custom Bhutan Adult & Family Trips
Dive Deeper Into Bhutan
Our March 2025 Student Expedition
View the Daily Blog Posts and Photo Albums
People You Can Trust In The Places You Don't Know
Our Instructors Make The Difference
Our people are incredible. We know that the interactions you have with our talented, passionate, and dedicated team of instructors can be a defining factor of the program's success. It can make all the difference. We are uncompromising in how we match our instructors with each program's goals.
Risk Management You Can Feel
ALIVE is known industry wide as a leader in risk management. Our team has built a reputation on thoughtful, accurate and engaged risk mitigation. We bring our depth of experience and match it with regional emergency response systems to provide a safety net to our global programs.
Straight Talk On Service Learning
Are you looking at adding a service learning experience into your program model?
We understand the importance of engaging students with communities through action. The problem with typical service learning is that it can create an incredible power imbalance between the host community and the visitors - often causing more harm than good. We are dedicated to changing the way service learning is thought of, planned for, and engaged in. We believe in learning service and interdependence, small changes in language that has a giant change in values and impact. Ask us more about how we are working to change the typical approach to service.
Programs Designed For Growth
Sharing in the experience adds an important layer to the design of all our Global Learning Programs. We ask every program to share their experience through blogs, video highlights and photo albums. We consolidate and transfer learning through real time engagement.
Bhutan 2025
One Foot in Front of the Other.
Today was truly an eye-opening adventure. We had the privilege of climbing to Taktsang Monastery (Tiger’s Nest), a destination so rare that less than 0.001% of the world will ever
Bhutan 2025
Getting Closer
Slow days. Today was supposed to be one, yet it seems like in Bhutan no day can be a slow day, when there is so much to soak in. From
The Kingdom of Bhutan
- Exploring Gross National Happiness (GNH)
- Hiking in the Himalayas - Tiger's Nest is a must!
- School exchange program with partner schools
- Immersion with Bhuddist teachings and practices
- Reflections on a different way to value prosperity
We have been working in Bhutan to provide student programming for over ten years. Tucked away in the Himalayas, this small country has so much to offer when it comes to living a prosperous and fulfilling life. We keep going back because of the friendships, opportunities to connect with the people and splendour of the natural environment. Our student learning exchange is a unique program element that leaves a lasting impression on the visiting students and our Bhutanese hosts. We know it is a world away, but like all great adventures, if the path were easy, it wouldn’t be worth going.
Dates: February to May
March to June are incredible months to visit Bhutan. It avoids the busy summer tourist season and allows the group to see the stunning spring weather as the country wakes up from winter. Other dates are possible, please inquire.
Length: 7 to 10 days in Bhutan
If travelling from North America, it can take 30 hours plus of travel time to land in Paro, Bhutan. When planning it is important to account for two travel days on the departure dates, and at least one on the return end of the program. We generally connect to our Bhutan flight in Bangkok, Thailand.
Cost Flexibility
Bhutan is one of the most costly yet rewarding programs we offer. The Sustainable Development Fee is collected by the Bhutanese Government to help offset the impacts of tourism on the environment and is used to support the cultural and historic preservation of what makes Bhutan such a special place to visit. This additional daily fee increases the overall cost of the program. Accommodations options range in cost based on location.
More to Consider
- Did you know the two most spoken languages of Bhutan are English and Dzongkha. While the culture and traditions of the country are inspiring, the ability to communicate in English offers an incredible opportunity to connect with the locals and make our school exchange option a deeply memorable experience.
- The average altitude of the program ranges from 2100m to 3200m. There are exceptions when driving over high passes, or visiting some specific sites.
Start Planning
We want to speak with you. All our programs are custom designed from the locations, lessons, instructor suitability, risk management, to the timing and cost. It is what we do best, make the experience exactly what you want.
Custom Bhutan Adult & Family Trips
Dive Deeper Into Bhutan
Our March 2025 Student Expedition
View the Daily Blog Posts and Photo Albums
The People You Can Trust In The Places You Don't Know
Our Instructors Make The Difference
Our people are incredible. We know that the interactions you have with our talented, passionate, and dedicated team of instructors can be a defining factor of the program's success. It can make all the difference. We are uncompromising in how we match our instructors with the program goals.
Risk Management You Can Feel
ALIVE is known industry wide as a leader in risk management. Our team has built a reputation on thoughtful, accurate and engaged risk mitigation. We bring our depth of experience and match it with regional emergency response systems to provide a safety net to our global programs.
Straight Talk On Service Learning
Are you looking at adding a service learning experience into your program model?
We understand the importance of engaging students with communities through action. The problem with typical service learning is that it can create an incredible power imbalance between the host community and the visitors - often causing more harm than good. We are dedicated to changing the way service learning is thought of, planned for, and engaged in. We believe in learning service and interdependence, small changes in language that has a giant change in values and impact. Ask us more about how we are working to change the typical approach to service.
Programs Designed For Growth
Sharing in the experience adds an important layer to the design of all our Global Learning Programs. We ask every program to share their experience through blogs, video highlights and photo albums. We consolidate and transfer learning through real time engagement.
Bhutan 2025
Farewell Bhutan, You’ve Taught Me…
As our incredible journey neared its end, we posed another writing prompt to the group
Bhutan 2025
One Foot in Front of the Other.
Today was truly an eye-opening adventure. We had the privilege of climbing to Taktsang Monastery
Bhutan 2025