Thimphu guide
Packing List
What to pack for Thimphu
In July, Thimphu is typically warm, heavy rain (15 to 26°C). Pick the month you travel and the list changes with it.
Thimphu essentials
- Modest outfits that cover shoulders and knees for town and religious sites
Documents
- Photo ID
- Travel tickets (print + digital)
- Hotel booking confirmations
Clothing
- Casual day outfits
- One smart-casual outfit for dinners
- Comfortable walking shoes
- A light jacket for evenings
- Light summer clothing
- Sunglasses
- Reusable water bottle
- Light rain jacket or poncho
- Compact umbrella
- Quick-dry footwear
- Undergarments and sleepwear
- Enough outfits for 7 days (6 sets)
Toiletries & health
- Toothbrush, toothpaste, and toiletries
- Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
- Personal medication with prescription
- Basic first-aid: band-aids, painkillers, ORS
- Hand sanitiser and wet wipes
- Insect / mosquito repellent
- Government-regulated tourism means food at licensed restaurants is clean. Ema datshi (chilli and cheese) is the national dish.
Electronics
- Phone and charger
- Power bank
- Camera (optional)
Money
- Debit / credit cards
- Some cash for incidentals
Local know-how
- Local SIM: Bhutan Telecom and TashiCell offer 4G LTE in Thimphu. Coverage drops in valleys.
- Overcharging tourists
- July highlights: Monsoon
Trip gear
- Waterproof dry bag for electronics