Bhutan Pickleball Tours 2027
Play, travel and connect.
Combine your favourite sport with Himalayan landscapes, living traditions and the warm welcome of Bhutan. Explore Bhutan with a private pickleball group tour, featuring two sessions at our own indoor Bebena Sports Center in Thimphu, a proposed Paro session and cultural sightseeing across western Bhutan.
Good games. Great journeys. Real Bhutan.
Spend your mornings or afternoons on the court, then discover monasteries, mountain passes, traditional architecture and local food. Our itinerary brings together organised pickleball sessions and Bhutan's most memorable sights.
Lhayul also operates Bebena Sports Center in Thimphu, giving our guests access to our own indoor pickleball facility for two organised sessions. A third session is planned in Paro at a suitable local court, subject to availability. Between games, discover western Bhutan with a local guide.
Our own indoor pickleball venue in Thimphu
Unlike a tour that simply arranges court hire, Lhayul has direct access to our own indoor sports facility in Bebena, Thimphu. It is where we host pickleball sessions and bring players together.
Your tour includes two planned sessions here, with the comfort of an indoor setting. We then take the journey beyond Thimphu, with a proposed third pickleball session in Paro.
All sessions, coaching arrangements and the Paro venue are confirmed against your final travel dates.
Play at our own Bebena Sports Center
Our pickleball holidays are different because Lhayul and Bebena Sports Center are part of the same locally owned venture. We can coordinate your cultural journey and the indoor playing sessions directly, rather than simply adding court hire to a standard sightseeing tour.
Explore the venue, see the sports activities and learn about the local pickleball community on our sister website, Bhutan Sports. Court times, coaching and any proposed Paro session remain subject to confirmation for your dates.
Sport, culture and connection
A tour with a genuine local sports connection, built around shared experiences and memorable places.
Our own indoor sports centre
Two organised sessions at Bebena Sports Center in Thimphu, operated by us, with indoor courts for friendly games and group play.
Play and connect
One additional session is planned in Paro, subject to suitable court availability. Local community interactions may be arranged where appropriate.
Explore beyond the court
Discover the valleys of Thimphu, Punakha and Paro, including a visit to Bhutan's iconic Tiger's Nest monastery.
Bhutan pickleball tour: 7 days / 6 nights
One thoughtfully planned journey combining indoor pickleball at our own Bebena Sports Center, Bhutanese culture, Punakha and Paro.
7 days / 6 nights
Two planned sessions at our own indoor Bebena Sports Center in Thimphu, a proposed third session in Paro, Punakha sightseeing and Tiger’s Nest.
From USD 1,690 per person
Indicative international adult rate for 10 paying guests, twin sharing in 3-star hotels, with assumed SDF and visa charges included.
How much does a Bhutan pickleball tour cost?
Our 7-day, 6-night Bhutan pickleball tour is USD 1,690 per person for a private group of 10 guests sharing twin rooms in 3-star hotels. Adjust the group size below for an indicative estimate.
Estimate your group price
Choose how many paying travellers are in your group. The estimate adjusts shared transport, guide, rooms and pickleball arrangements.
Twin-sharing accommodation, 3-star hotel category. Odd group sizes assume one additional room. Single rooms, premium hotels and different itineraries require a separate quotation.
Indicative only, not an instant booking quote. Rates are subject to dates, room configuration, availability and final itinerary. International flights are not included.
2027 Bhutan pickleball tour prices by group size
Illustrative retail prices for the 7-day / 6-night international visitor package. These are estimates for groups sharing 3-star hotel rooms, not confirmed bookings.
| Paying guests | Price per person (USD) | Estimated group total (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| 10 | $1,690 | $16,900 |
| 12 | $1,670 | $20,040 |
| 15 | $1,650 | $24,750 |
| 16 | $1,630 | $26,080 |
| 20 | $1,610 | $32,200 |
Prices use a USD 100 nightly SDF allowance for six nights and a USD 40 visa allowance per eligible adult. The USD 100 per-night SDF rate has been extended through 31 December 2029 for eligible USD-paying visitors. For later travel dates or different nationalities, request a revised quotation. The figures are estimates, not guaranteed departures or confirmed court bookings.
What does a pickleball holiday in Bhutan cost?
For a private group of 10 international adult travellers, a seven-day, six-night pickleball tour is estimated at USD 1,690 per person in 2027, using twin-sharing 3-star hotels. The price covers tour services, scheduled play and assumed government fees. It is not a per-day court-hire charge.
Government fee allowance in the sample price
USD 600 per adult for six nights of SDF at the assumed USD 100 nightly rate, plus USD 40 as a one-time visa allowance for a visa-requiring traveller.
These are components of the USD 1,690 total, not extra charges to add to it. Rates and eligibility must be confirmed for the booking dates.
What changes your quotation?
Group size, hotel category, room sharing, travel dates, transport needs and confirmed pickleball arrangements. Larger groups can share some fixed tour expenses, which is why the per-person estimate may decrease.
International flights, insurance and personal spending are excluded. Indian travellers should request a separate INR quote because their SDF and entry arrangements differ.
Watch pickleball at Bebena Sports Center
Watch real pickleball sessions at our indoor sports facility in Bebena, Thimphu. These videos give your group a look at the courts and playing atmosphere before your trip.
Pickleball in Bhutan
See indoor pickleball action at Bebena Sports Center in Thimphu.
Play at our Thimphu facility
Take a closer look at our venue and local pickleball sessions.
7 days of pickleball and Bhutan
A balanced route with two sessions at our indoor Bebena Sports Center in Thimphu and a proposed third session in Paro. Court availability and session times are confirmed before booking.
Welcome to Bhutan · Paro to Thimphu
Arrive at Paro International Airport, meet your guide and travel to Thimphu. Settle in and enjoy a relaxed introduction to Bhutan.
Thimphu highlights and first pickleball session
Explore Thimphu’s cultural attractions and enjoy your first organised pickleball session at our own indoor Bebena Sports Center.
Pickleball, local life and sightseeing
Return to Bebena Sports Center for a second indoor session, then discover more of the capital, its traditions and everyday life.
Thimphu to Punakha
Travel via Dochula Pass toward Punakha. Explore the valley and its celebrated historic sites.
Punakha to Paro · Scenic journey and optional pickleball
Travel from Punakha to Paro via Dochula and Thimphu. If arrival time and court availability permit, enjoy the third pickleball session in Paro in the late afternoon. Otherwise, we will arrange it at another suitable time during the Paro stay.
Tiger’s Nest hike and Paro
Set aside the day for the hike to Taktsang (Tiger’s Nest), with time to explore Paro afterward. The third pickleball session is planned separately, subject to confirming a Paro court and your group’s schedule.
Departure from Paro
Transfer to the airport for your onward journey.
What's included in the indicative price?
Included
- Six nights in 3-star accommodation, twin sharing
- Meals during the tour as specified in the final itinerary
- Private vehicle and local guide for seven days
- Two indoor pickleball sessions at our Bebena Sports Center in Thimphu and one proposed Paro session
- Planned sightseeing and budgeted entry fees
- Bhutan Sustainable Development Fee for six nights, at the rate assumed in this estimate
- One-time Bhutan visa fee at the rate assumed in this estimate
Not included / subject to quotation
- International flights and personal travel insurance
- Single-room supplements and hotel upgrades
- Personal purchases, drinks and gratuities
- Additional pickleball coaching or special events
- Changes in government charges or travel requirements
- Special arrangements or itinerary extensions
The estimate uses a USD 100 per guest per night SDF assumption and USD 40 visa fee assumption. Eligibility, exemptions and prevailing government charges must be verified when confirming a booking.
Pickleball in Bhutan, in pictures
Real moments from pickleball activities in Bhutan.
Planning your Bhutan pickleball holiday
How much does the 7-day Bhutan pickleball tour cost?
The indicative 2027 retail rate is USD 1,690 per person for a private group of 10 paying guests in twin-sharing 3-star accommodation. The group calculator provides estimates for 10 to 20 guests.
Is there a 6-day Bhutan pickleball package for Indian tourists?
Yes, a shorter five-night/six-day Paro and Thimphu itinerary can be arranged. The previously advertised INR price should be reconfirmed for 2027. Indian visitors have a separate SDF and entry-permit framework, so the USD calculator for international visitors does not apply to them.
Does the tour include Bhutan's Sustainable Development Fee?
Yes. The indicative rate includes a six-night SDF allowance based on USD 100 per guest per night and a USD 40 visa fee allowance. Final charges depend on applicable government rules and traveller eligibility.
Do I need to be an experienced pickleball player?
No. The itinerary can accommodate recreational groups and mixed skill levels. Tell us about your group's experience so sessions can be planned appropriately.
Where are the pickleball sessions held?
Two sessions are planned at our own indoor Bebena Sports Center in Thimphu. The third is proposed at a suitable court in Paro, subject to local availability and final confirmation.
Does the 7-day tour visit Punakha and Tiger’s Nest?
Yes. The proposed route covers Thimphu, Punakha and Paro, with a dedicated day for the Tiger’s Nest hike. Two pickleball sessions are planned in Thimphu and a third is proposed in Paro, subject to confirming the venue.
Can we choose 4-star or luxury hotels?
Yes. Upgraded accommodation and customised itineraries can be quoted separately.
Can a travel agent arrange this tour for a group?
Yes. Lhayul can discuss group arrangements and trade terms directly with travel partners. The rates shown here are public indicative retail prices.
Your next pickleball journey starts in Bhutan.
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