Subtropical south
Hot and humid, with tropical vegetation nourished by high rainfall.
15–30°CUp to 7,800 mm annual rainfall
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Nature & Wildlife
From subtropical lowlands to the alpine north, Bhutan’s landscapes rise through remarkable zones of climate and life.
01 / Altitude
A country measured in altitude
Elevation ranges from about 150 metres to over 7,000 metres, shaping the country’s varied climate and landscape.
Temperate central highlands
Rolling hills, fertile valleys and deciduous forests.
Warm summers · cool, dry wintersAround 1,000 mm annual rainfall
Alpine north
High passes and peaks with permanent snow cover.
Long, very cold wintersAs little as 40 mm annually near the northern border
The South Asian monsoon
Late June to late September
60%–90% of annual rainfall in the western valleys falls during this period.
02 / Field guide
Life across the mountain slopes
Bhutan’s forest cover, plants and wildlife make conservation part of the landscape story.
70%+ forest cover5,400+ plant species700+ bird species
01Snow leopard+
Named among Bhutan’s wildlife in the supplied flora and fauna guide.
02Red panda+
Named among Bhutan’s wildlife in the supplied flora and fauna guide.
03Tiger+
Named among Bhutan’s wildlife in the supplied flora and fauna guide.
04Takin+
Bhutan’s national animal.
05Blue sheep+
Mentioned among wildlife seen along the Jomolhari trekking route.
06Black-necked crane+
Returns to the Phobjikha wetlands each winter.
07Rhododendron+
Rhododendrons bloom across many areas in spring.
08Himalayan Monal+
Listed among rare birds in the supplied Bhutan overview.
09Satyr Tragopan+
Listed among rare birds in the supplied Bhutan overview.
Species and figures follow the supplied Bhutan overview and are presented as a general guide.
03 / Trails
Find your altitude on foot
From gentle cultural paths to challenging high-altitude routes, the trek descriptions below follow the supplied travel guide.
Trek · Moderate
Druk Path
A route between Paro and Thimphu through pine forests, high ridges and lakes.
Trek · Challenging
Jomolhari
A high-altitude route beneath Mt. Jomolhari through forests, meadows and remote villages.
Trek · Very difficult
Snowman Trek
A long journey across remote northern valleys and high passes.
Trek · Gentle trails
Bumthang Cultural
Village paths, valleys and sacred sites in Bhutan’s spiritual heartland.
Trek · To be confirmed
Dagala Thousand Lakes
Alpine lakes, wildflowers and views toward Himalayan peaks.
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