Bhutan sets a date

THE Kingdom of Bhutan has officially announced it will reopen borders to fully vaccinated travellers on a quarantine-free basis from 23 Sep.

However, in a bid to keep the small Himalayan country’s environment protected, the Bhutanese Government has also introduced a new Sustainability Development Fee of US$200 per person, per night.

Costs such as hotel accommodation, guides & vehicles, meals, entrance fees and visas will all be in addition to the levy, with local tour operators currently reviewing their costings.