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Breathtaking Bhutan with Globe Aware

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A trip to Bhutan is unique in so many ways—from playing baseball with the newly formed, nationally recognized team to hiking up Tiger’s Nest and from meeting with monks and nuns to having personalized stamps made at the Royal Postal Museum! Globe Aware works directly with His Royal Highness Prince Jigyel Ugyen Wangchuck and his representatives to allow select groups of guests to explore deeper into Bhutan. Reflecting our deep-seated commitment to local development and sustainability, all of our experiences and projects involve support for the kingdom's most important environmental, community, and/or cultural initiatives. These include wildlife protection programs with the Royal Government of Bhutan and His Majesty’s private initiative to preserve Bhutan's tangible history. Of course, there’s time to engage in leisure and cultural activities. Enjoy an evening stroll through the central downtown, send home postcards with personalized stamps, learn to cook traditional dishes, go on a short forest hike to visit the sacred national animal, and do so much more!

Program Highlights

Learn more about “Gross National Happiness”, a philosophy that guides the government and people of Bhutan.

Guarantee a lot of interaction with the Bhutanese people, play sports with them, and work side by side on volunteer projects.

Get the chance to visit what the locals affectionately call the “phallus palace”, a temple and town where they are painted on everything with reverence!

Make a significant contribution to the country’s economy and a rare look into a nation only a few tourists get to see, with Bhutan allowing very little tourism.

Immerse yourself in Bhutan’s rich history, culture, and environment—all inextricably connected and where people and nature exist in harmony.

Quick Details

Locations:
  • Thimphu, Bhutan
Availability
Year(s) Offered: Year RoundDuration:
  • 1-2 Weeks
Age Requirement: All Ages
Types & Subjects
Adventure Types:
  • Ecology
  • Heritage Tourism
  • Hiking
  • Nature Tours
Causes:
  • Building & Construction Projects
  • Childcare & Children
  • Community Centers
  • Community Development
  • Culture
  • Environment
  • Reforestation
  • Sports
  • Trail Building
  • Tree Planting
  • Youth
  • Youth Development
Guidelines:
  • All Nationalities
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Last Updated: Dec 02, 2025

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Locations

  • Thimphu, Bhutan

Types and Subjects

  • Adventure Types
  • Ecology
  • Heritage Tourism
  • Hiking
  • Nature Tours
  • Causes
  • Building & Construction Projects
  • Childcare & Children
  • Community Centers
  • Community Development
  • Culture
  • Environment
  • Reforestation
  • Sports
  • Trail Building
  • Tree Planting
  • Youth
  • Youth Development

Availability

Years Offered: Year Round

Duration:
  • 1-2 Weeks

Age Requirement

Open to All Ages

Guidelines

All Nationalities

This Program is also open to Couples, Families

Program Cost Includes

  • Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
  • Airport Transfer (Drop-Off)
  • On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
  • All Program Activity Costs
  • Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
  • Some Meals / Partial Meal Plan
  • Medical / Accident Insurance
  • In-Country Orientation

Accommodation Options

  • Group living
  • Other

Qualifications & Experience

      Accepted Education Levels

    • Any/All Education Levels Accepted

    Application Procedures

    • Online Application

    Frequently Asked Questions

    How safe is it to travel to Bhutan?

    Widely considered one of the safest international travel destinations, Bhutan reports some of the world's lowest crime rates. Our local coordinators and government tourist guides will accompany you.

    What is the cuisine like in Thimphu, Bhutan?

    The Bhutanese cuisine is mainly cooked with meat and lots of chili peppers.

    What should I expect when visiting the Tiger's Nest?

    Be ready to hike. In order to get to the Tiger's Nest, you will need to take a 2-mile hike.

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