Bhutan travel information
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- Time zone: GMT+6
- Flight time: 16-19 hours
- Recommended airlines: Eithad, Qatar Airways, Bhutan Airlines
- Currency: Bhutanese Ngultrum
- Tipping guideline: Not expected
- Health considerations: There is a risk of altitude illness when travelling to destinations of 2,500m or higher. There is a risk of dengue. There is a low risk of malaria in the southern belt districts of Bhutan along the border with India. There is no risk of malaria in the rest of Bhutan.
- Capital: Thimphu
- Population: 792382
- National languages: Dzongkha, English
- Electricity and plugs: Type C / D / F, 230V
- Mobile phone coverage: Good
- UK passport visa requirements: You need a visa for Bhutan if you have a British passport - apply online
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