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Sustainable Fly Fishing

— Bhutan

Where Wilderness, Culture & Conservation Meet

Style

Mobile Expedition

Access

Permit-limited

Pricing

By Consultation

Starting Price

Pricing on Request

consultation required before booking · varies by season, group size & routing

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The Experience

Rivers few have fished.
Access fewer still
can arrange.

Bhutan is one of the last places on earth where pristine, lightly-fished rivers remain. The Golden Mahseer and Brown Trout that inhabit these waters are rarely disturbed. Access is strictly regulated, permits are limited, and Bhutan’s conservation laws are enforced without exception.

This is a mobile expedition — not a fixed itinerary. Each journey is routed according to water conditions, migration patterns, conservation restrictions, and the experience level of the anglers. Accommodation follows the fish: 4★–5★ lodges where available, remote eco-lodges, and fully-serviced riverside camps where required.

Guided by conservation-trained local experts and supported by Geert Poorteman — fly fishing specialist and Bhutan veteran — this expedition is all-inclusive once you land. Nothing is left to chance.

What's Included

Everything that matters.

  • Return flights to Bhutan via Nepal, Singapore, or Thailand (guest preference)
  • Expert local fly-fishing guides (conservation-trained)
  • All accommodation — lodges, hotels, and riverside camps as required
  • Fishing equipment provided (guests welcome to bring their own)
  • Cultural village visits en route
  • Pre-departure planning and coordination by Étoile Journeys
  • All Bhutan permits and fishing licenses
  • Private transport and drivers throughout
  • All meals and refreshments throughout
  • Catch-and-release practices in line with Bhutanese law
  • Full logistical support throughout the expedition
Fish Species

Golden Mahseer
One of the world’s most prized freshwater game fish — rare, powerful, and carefully protected.

Brown Trout
Found in Bhutan’s high-altitude rivers, offering exceptional dry-fly and nymph fishing.

Who This Journey Is For

For those who travel
with intention.

Serious fly anglers who value rarity over convenience

Those seeking remote access, not luxury for show

Conservation-minded travellers who fish with purpose

Individuals or small private groups of 2–6 anglers

Journey Details

Style

Mobile expedition

Access

Permit-limited

Accommodation

Lodges & camps

Meals

All included

Equipment

Provided

Method

Catch & release only

Pricing

On request

Pricing varies based on season, number of anglers, routing, accommodation mix, length, and permits. A consultation call is required before any proposal is issued.

Request a Consultation

This journey
cannot be booked online.

A 20-minute video consultation is required. We’ll confirm angling experience, preferred season, group size, and flexibility before preparing your tailored proposal.

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Or book a 20-min discovery call

Important Notes

This journey is limited by season, river conditions, and permit availability. Bhutan’s fishing regulations are strictly enforced — catch-and-release only. No exceptions. This is not a casual add-on to a Bhutan holiday.