Bhutan is a beautiful Himalayan nation known for its stunning landscapes, rich culture, and unique way of measuring national Gross National Happiness. If you’re planning a trip to Bhutan and looking for an authentic and immersive experience, staying in a homestay can be a fantastic option for the client.
Many homestays in Bhutan are traditional farmhouses with Bhutanese architecture and are mostly built with mud wood and stones. These offer an opportunity to experience the country’s organic agricultural lifestyle and enjoy the pristine surroundings. Farmhouses often have basic amenities to stay and provide a complete daily lifestyle for Bhutanese farmers.
Homestays in Bhutan will be beautiful for travelers traveling to Bhutan. It is better if you stay one or more nights if you want to know more about Bhutanese society and life. We offer a well-defined Bhutan itinerary if you are traveling to rural villages in Bhutan. We offer you good amenities with basic standards. You will enjoy home-cooked meals, get a glimpse into the daily life and chores of farmers, and visit some of the projects at the grassroots that we support.
While you are in Homestays in Bhutan, you will enjoy the day-hikes you know more about village life. Along the way, you will enjoy pristine nature because of the carbon-negative of Bhutan and the unique architecture of monasteries and fortresses.
In the evening hours, you will get a chance to dip into the hot stone bath. We believe that hot-stone baths provide our body relaxation and medical values. You will also get a chance to get the warmth of the stove(Bhukari) and get a chance to listen to stories and have a good conversation with the host and family. Enjoy the generous and heartfelt hospitality of your Bhutanese hosts.
Bhutanese meals typically consist of rice, vegetables, meat (if you’re a non-vegetarian), and the famous spicy chili-based dish called “Ema Datshi.” By staying with a local family, you can taste homemade dishes and experience the flavors of Bhutan firsthand. You will also enjoy delicious home-cooked meals and take a sip of the local wine “Ara“. You can get permission if you want to help them or learn the Bhutanese cooking of meals. Bhutanese meals like momo(filled dumplings), buckwheat pancakes, and “Ama Datshi” (chili and cheese). You can join the day work in the field and plucking or cultivating organic vegetables and grains.
Bhutan Homestay is ideal for people who like a balance between hiking and cultural sightseeing. You will meet with the locals off the beaten track and get fascinating insights into daily Bhutanese society.
Personalized Experience: Homestays offer a more personalized experience compared to hotels. Your host family can guide you on local attractions, hidden gems, and off-the-beaten-path experiences. They may even accompany you on hikes or cultural tours, enhancing your overall journey.
It’s important to note that homestays in Bhutan generally offer basic amenities with a Bhutanese lifestyle. Facilities may vary from place to place, but you can expect simple and clean accommodations, shared bathrooms, and limited access to modern conveniences. You will get a true picture of the Bhutanese lifestyle experience and how happiness the Bhutanese people live in Bhutan. It allows you to live closer to the local way of life.
Farmhouse in Bhutan is unique and maintains traditional architecture. When you travel from western Bhutan to Eastern Bhutan, you will find Farmhouses. The demand for farmhouses in Bhutan increased because clients want to experience the rural life of Bhutan. The Department of Tourism started training owners of the homestays in Bhutan. Most of the tourist-prone areas in Bhutan were trained. Most of the homestays in Bhutan are concentrated in Western and central Bhutan.
Farm House in Bhutan varies from place to place.
Paro has only an international airport in Bhutan. Everyone lands up in Paro for entry and exit from Bhutan, if you are flying in and out of Bhutan by Bhutan flights. Homestays in Paro Bhutan are located on the outskirts of Paro Town. Paro sightseeing places will be the topmost priority because of Paro Taksang or Tiger’s Nest located on the north side of Paro Valley. Homestays in Paro are near the Paro Taktsang area also. Your stay in Paro in a farmhouse will depend upon the choice, which can provide you with typical Bhutanese hospitality.
It is located at Gaptey, Paro. It is around 350 meters from Paro town. Likewise, it is the most important historical heritage farmhouse in the country. Furthermore, it was built by Dawa Penjor in the late 18th century for his two wives. He was the 23rd Paro Penlop (Governor).
Paro Penlop Dawa Penjor Heritage Farmhouse was authentically restored to its original shape. The farmhouse is equipped with amenities like traditional guest rooms, traditional hot stone baths, Bhutanese cuisines, a gift shop, and authentic Bhutanese art and handicraft.
When you travel to Bhutan and want to stay in 10 best homestays in Bhutan. It starts from Paro Valley till Bumthang in central Bhutan to Khaling in the Eastern Bhutan.
Homestays in Paro are more compared to other districts of Bhutan. Paro being the only international airport Paro homestays are better equipped with the latest facilities. Please check for further details
Thimphu is the capital city of Bhutan with fewer homestays because of new structures with new hotels coming up. Homestays are located outskirts of Thimphu city. Please check further details
Punakha lies on an elevation of 1300 meters. Punakha has more homestays compared to Wangdi. It is traditionally built with a Bhutanese style of design. Please check out..
Homestays in Phubjikha and Gangtey are operated by family. It is beautiful to experience the rural life in Gangtey and Phubjikha. Please check more details of Farm Houses
Trongsa homestays are in the central part of Bhutan. Homestays in Trongsa are limited compared to Bumthang. Homestays are traditional Bhutanese two-storey wooden and mud-built.Please check details
Bumthang homestays are more and good enough. Most are operated by family. We recommend our client to experience homestays in Bumthang. Please check for further details..