Dharma Roads
Paro · Bhutan · Himalaya
Paro Taktsang
Tiger's Nest monastery, fixed to a cliff 900 m above the Paro valley where Guru Rinpoche meditated.
Local tip
The hike takes 2–3 hours up. Start early; the cafeteria is your halfway point.
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- Paro (PBH), 10 km
- Suggested stay
- 1 days
- Best season
- Mar, Apr, May, Sep, Oct, Nov
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Visa and entry: Bhutan
Tourist visa applied for online, usually through a licensed tour operator or hotel.
Sustainable Development Fee of US$100 per adult per night (Indian nationals pay ₹1,200). A licensed guide is required outside Thimphu and Paro.
Rough daily cost per person
| ৳ BDT | ₹ INR | US$ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Backpacker | ৳26,840 | ₹19,360 | US$220 |
| Mid-range | ৳39,040 | ₹28,160 | US$320 |
| Comfort | ৳67,100 | ₹48,400 | US$550 |
Rooms, food, local transport and entry fees; international flights excluded. Exchange rates are approximate.
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Last updated: 2026-10-17