Bhutan is a predominantly agrarian society, where agriculture shapes not only the economy but also the way of life, values, and cultural identity of its people. While tourism has become a key contributor to Bhutan’s economy, its direct impact on rural agricultural communities remains limited. Much of the tourism revenue continues to benefit tour operators, hotels, and other commercial sectors, leaving farmers and rural communities on the margins.
Agro-tourism offers a more inclusive and sustainable approach to travel—one that brings the benefits of tourism directly to the people who need it most. By choosing agro-travel, visitors immerse themselves in farm life, staying with local families instead of in luxury hotels, sharing home-cooked meals, and participating in daily farming activities and household chores. Portion of payments go directly to the host families, offering them a source of income and a platform to share their way of life with the world.
Agro-travel is not just a tourism model—it is a pro-poor, empowerment-driven approach to development through leisure. It helps alleviate rural poverty while giving travelers a unique, grounded, and deeply personal connection to Bhutan’s people and land.
At Bhutan Agro Tours, we believe in blending this authentic farm experience with traditional cultural, religious, and nature-based travel. We encourage our guests to consider agro-cultural tours as a way to gain a richer understanding of Bhutan, while contributing meaningfully to the lives of its rural citizens.