Hiking in Bhutan
If you signed up for hiking of any kind during your trip, be sure to come prepared. Even the shortest of hikes can be challenging, as most of them involve going up and down mountains. To be sure to have everything you need, prepare a backpack with water and healthy snacks, such as fruits or nuts. Wear long pants, but not blue jeans, as they can be constrictive, and a comfortable shirt. Also, have a light jacket packed as the temperatures vary greatly based on the altitude. Walking sticks are helpful for those with bad backs or weak knees. You should also have good hiking boots to give you extra footing on slippery dirt as well as reduce the chance of blisters. An umbrella is also nice to have, if you can manage the space, though they can also double as walking sticks.
Going up the mountain is the most challenging for your stamina. Try to keep a slow, but steady pace. Try your best not to stop, as it makes it even more difficult to continuing. At rest stops, be sure to drink some water and if you are hungry, eat some of the snacks you prepared. Going down the mountain is not as tiring, but it puts a lot of pressure on your knees. Stop to rest them from time to time, even if you don't feel tired. Your knees giving out on a mountain trail could mean falling off a cliff!
For some of the more difficult hikes, such as to Tiger's Nest, a horse can be rented to ride up the mountain. The owner of the horse will walk it up the trail. The horse, however, cannot take you down the path, as it is too dangerous. If you need a horse, tell your tour guide two days before the hike to see if there is one available.
While hiking there will be many chances to throw away your garbage, as there are garbage bins places along the trails very frequently. So, if you need to throw something away, wait a little bit and you will be sure to find one of these colorful garbage bins on your way.
Going up the mountain is the most challenging for your stamina. Try to keep a slow, but steady pace. Try your best not to stop, as it makes it even more difficult to continuing. At rest stops, be sure to drink some water and if you are hungry, eat some of the snacks you prepared. Going down the mountain is not as tiring, but it puts a lot of pressure on your knees. Stop to rest them from time to time, even if you don't feel tired. Your knees giving out on a mountain trail could mean falling off a cliff!
For some of the more difficult hikes, such as to Tiger's Nest, a horse can be rented to ride up the mountain. The owner of the horse will walk it up the trail. The horse, however, cannot take you down the path, as it is too dangerous. If you need a horse, tell your tour guide two days before the hike to see if there is one available.
While hiking there will be many chances to throw away your garbage, as there are garbage bins places along the trails very frequently. So, if you need to throw something away, wait a little bit and you will be sure to find one of these colorful garbage bins on your way.