A trip to the far eastern part of Bhutan offers a very different Bhutan from the west and central areas of the country. The climate is milder with semi-tropical flora and fauna and the land is relatively densely populated with Sharchopas, the Easterners, who are easy-going, friendly and religious people.

There are very few open valleys (Khaling, Radhi, trashiyangtse, Sakten and Merak being the most significant), rivers run through vertical gorges and most of the villages are perched along steep, often deforested slopes.

The rugged terrain, climbs up and down to dross a river, it is common to travel several days, though eastern Bhutan is generally at a lower altitude than the rest of the country.

A visit is best from October to May, though in winter snow may delay on some passes. May to September are monsoon months, which is heavier in the east and the region is shrouded with rain and clouds.

Trekking in eastern Bhutan presents a number of unique conditions, making it an exciting adventure for tourists. The royal Government has recently cleared five new trek routes in eastern Bhutan.

The best time to trek is in October, but the extreme variety of altitudes and climates makes it hard to generalize. April and May is also good but at higher altitudes it is possible to encounter snow and hail storm.

It will soon be possible for Buddhist tourist and those who have an interest in Buddhism to meditate in some of the most enchanting and holy meditation centers in the far Eastern regions of Bhutan.

It will soon be possible for Buddhist tourist and those who have an interest in Buddhism to meditate in some of the most enchanting and holy meditation centres in the far Eastern regions of Bhutan.

Silver Dragon can cater for mediators at a time with full provision of fully furnished accommodation, cooking and catering, necessary ritual items, a Buddhist Teacher and any other daily necessities from a meditation time range of one week to three months.