Ze Happy Dragon

21/04/2024

Nestled within the embrace of the Himalayas, Bhutan emerges as an enchanting haven for photographers. The landscape, bedecked with majestic peaks and verdant valleys, unfolds as a captivating canvas. Yet, beyond its scenic grandeur, Bhutan’s unique amalgamation of tradition and modernity offers a rich tapestry of cultural vignettes, ranging from exuberant festivals to tranquil monastic enclaves. Moreover, its steadfast dedication to environmental stewardship and cultural preservation serves to amplify its intrinsic charm. Bhutan, thus, stands as a singular jewel, wherein photographers discover narratives of resilience, spirituality, and enduring beauty amid the Himalayan expanse—an inexhaustible wellspring of inspiration and exploration.

31/03/2024

Photographs from & Family’s immersive tour of Bhutan with in February 2024. The family from India spend nine days in Bhutan and three in Darjeeling. During their tour, they visit parts of Western Bhutan such as Phuentsholing, Thimphu, Phobjikha, Punakha, Paro, and the very less frequent Haa Valley.

We invited the family for a high tea at our residence on the day of their return and the two families bonded over conversations on history, culture, traditions, language, food, and economy.

23/03/2024

NAGALAND | APRIL 06 - 14, 2024

HIGHLIGHTS:
• Rendezvous with the head hunters
• Visit the India-Burma Border
• World War |I Cemetery and Museum
• Scout the Naga Heritage Village
• Hike & Camp at the tranquil Dzükou Valley
• Walk through India’s First Green Village
• Stroll through the pristine village of Dzulekie
• Witness the art of underground honey bee farming
• Savor on the mouthwatering Naga cuisine & brew

LOCATION & TIME:
Point of Start: Dimapur, Nagaland
Date of Start: Saturday, April 06, 2024
Point of End: Dibrugarh, Assam
Date of End: Sunday, April 14, 2024

CONTACT:
India +91 923 356 5831
Bhutan +975 7745 8845
Email: [email protected]

12/03/2024

NAGALAND | APRIL 06 - 14, 2024

COME TO NAGALAND COME APRIL!
TO WITNESS THE TRYST OF HUMANS AND NATURE;
WE’RE GOING OVERLANDING TO FEEL AND BREATHE, THE LAND OF UNSUNG HEROES AND HISTORY.
JOIN US ON THIS EXTRAVAGANT JOURNEY...
BEYOND THE CONVENTIONAL,
IN THE LAND OF FESTIVALS,
THE FALCON CAPITAL,
TO THE WILD WILD EAST OF INDIA.
COME TO NAGALAND COME APRIL!

HIGHLIGHTS:
• Rendezvous with the head hunters
• Visit the India-Burma Border
• World War II Cemetery and Museum
• Scout the Naga Heritage Village
• Hike & Camp at the tranquil Dzükou Valley
• Walk through India’s First Green Village
• Stroll through the pristine village of Dzülekie
• Witness the art of underground honey bee farming
• Savor on the mouthwatering Naga cuisine & brew

LOCATION & TIME:
Point of Start: Dimapur, Nagaland
Date of Start: Saturday, April 06, 2024
Point of End: Dibrugarh, Assam
Date of End: Sunday, April 14, 2024

CONTACT:
India +91 923 356 5831
Bhutan +975 7745 8845
Email: [email protected]

07/03/2024

NAGALAND SET DEPARTURE | APRIL 06 - 13, 2024

This April, we’re heading to the wild wild east of India. We’re heading to Nagaland.

Talk of tribes and tales, or adventure and adrenaline.
Talk of fashion and food, or hills and history,
Talk of wars and warriors and all things wild,
Talk of Nagaland.

28/08/2023

Some unconventional experience tips for a conventional trip.

Cheers to the off beat.

Truer words have never been spoken:

"Eat at a local restaurant tonight. Get the cream sauce. Have a cold pint at 4 o’clock in a mostly empty bar. Go somewhere you’ve never been. Listen to someone you think may have nothing in common with you. Order the steak rare. Eat an oyster. Have a negroni. Have two. Be open to a world where you may not understand or agree with the person next to you, but have a drink with them anyways. Eat slowly. Tip your server. Check in on your friends. Check in on yourself. Enjoy the ride."

- Anthony Bourdain.

25/08/2023

Three siblings living in different parts of India decided to travel to Bhutan with their families.

What followed was six days of family bonding in the most pristine environment as they explored through the Bhutanese culture, heritage, history, and cuisine.

They also had some exchanges with the resident monks at the Punakha Dzong and experienced river rafting through the waters of the Mo Chhu.

The family stayed four nights at the Taj Tashi in Thimphu, a night at Hotel Meto Pema in Phuentsholing and the last night at the Riverwood Retreat by at Dooars.

19/08/2023

Bhutan offers travelers a diverse array of travel options, from incredible hiking routes, breathtaking scenery, family friendly endeavours and rejuvenating wellness getaways to mesmerizing Bhutanese architecture that particularly capture the essence of the Kingdom.
Image shows stunning aerial view of Chorten Kora in Trashiyangtse.

14/08/2023

In Bhutan, visitors can experience a uniquely flavourful journey - from the delicious heat of ema datshi, a hot stew of chili and cheese to the goodness of locally grown rice and a cup of suja, the traditional butter tea. Bhutan is known for its sustainable initiatives and this is visible even in the gastronomic world as most of the ingredients are locally sourced or grown. Bhutan is an emerging destination for travellers seeking a unique culinary adventure.

10/08/2023

06/08/2023

Some group shots from the extended family trip of the Sisodias and the Bhansalis earlier this summer.

The families travelled comfortably in two Toyota Luxury Vans and spent two nights each in Thimphu & at Hotel Olathang by .bt in Paro. Their tour also included a day trip to the country’s old capital, Punakha.

09/06/2023

Located further northwest of Tawang, some 90 km by road, and about 6 km short of the quiet town of Zemithang, is situated the marvellous stupa of Gorsam Chortan with a majestic height of 93 and a square base with each of the four sides measuring to a hundred and seventy feet.

The Gorsam Chorten is one out of the two stupas modeller after the Boudhanath Khasi Stupa of Nepal. The second one is the Chorten Kora in the Trashiyangtse Dzongkhag of Bhutan.

The main temple inside the stupa is opened only once in twelve years after which, the entrance is sealed again with bricks and cement. The initial laying of the temple dates back to the 12th century.

Legend has it that this was also one of the sites where His Holiness The XIV Dalai Lama has rested during his journey from Tibet to India in 1959.

A visit to the Chorten along with stopovers at Zemithang and the Dolma Lhakhang at Lumla make up for an excellent off beat day trip from Tawang.

05/06/2023

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28/05/2023

We only live once. Why give a flying phallu!

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If Aeroplanes are manufactured in Bhutan....

That's why we Bhutanese are the happiest people in the world.

We always think of phallus
Wooden phallus, metal phallus, dough phallus, rice phallus, flying phallus, phallus with tusk, painted phallus, phallus amulet, embroidered phallus etc ..

09/05/2023

Just another easy morning in the quiet Dooars when we had to ride back but we just stayed a li’l longer.

This particular region located along the Westernmost border that Bhutan shares with West Bengal is super rich in flora and fauna. The weather ranges from cold to pleasant all year long. With the Neora Valley & Gorumara National Parks, and The Champramari Wildlife Sanctuary, situated in the same belt, this region is excellent for bird watching, nature healing, landscape photography, seeking solitude, or simply leisuring in the woods.

The region houses numerous hamlets, waterfalls, streams, viewpoints. There are also a number of homestays and restaurants to ensure a comfortable stay for the travellers and tourists alike.

If you’re looking to visit a quieter side of the mountains with warm hospitality and incredible nature, this is one place that you might want to add to your travel bucket list.

08/05/2023

The Zangtopelri, situated in the town centre of Phuentsholing depicts the heavenly abode of Guru Rinpoche.

The main temple, situated inside a beautifully laid rectangular complex is quite the show stealer that draws locals and tourists alike.

As kids, the complex served as a venue for us to play hide and seek, water and ice, and cartwheels.

We have resumed our experiential walks in the Indo-Bhutan border cutting through the thriving towns of Jaigaon in the Indian State of West Bengal and Phuentsholing in the Chukha Dzongkhang of Bhutan.

03/05/2023

A distant view of the Paro International Airport from the Southwest. The airstrip can be seen right in the centre, and the settlements of Bondey and Tshongdue on the right and left end of the strip respectively. The mountain in the right leads to Jele Dzong which is the first camp if we approach the Druk Path Trek from the Ta Dzong in Paro, and the last if we approach the trail from Phajoding in Thimphu.

If you look closely, the Terminal of the Paro International Airport is visible towards the farther end of the airstrip on the left, and the Paro Chu is seen meandering through the image, although not very prominently because the picture was taken during the dry season.

Trust me when I say that this photo is straight from my phone.

Let’s get you to witness many such views, let’s get you to experience beyond the conventional, let’s get you to Bhutan this Summer!

After all, that’s what we do best at Ze Happy Dragon. Always take you through the road less travelled.

30/04/2023

Some photos from a week long experience in Bhutan that we organised for our guests from Bangalore.

During the tour, our guests, Saumya and Taru, stayed at traditionally built farmhouses and homestays so as to get an insight into the local lifestyle. They also visited some of the many prominent tourist spots based on their interests and our recommendations. And, took enough time for leisure to soak into the peaceful atmosphere of the carbon neutral region.

26/04/2023

The Neelagunds along with their eight year old son, Kabir, embarked on their trek to Phalut on Tuesday, April 18.

On day 03, they arrived at Sandakphu, and Sabargram on the fourth day. From where they decided to descend down to Srikhola (via Molley), where they spent a couple of nights before they travelled to TIEEDI for a two day experience at the forest haven.

Having no prior experience in multi-day treks, they were quite thrilled for this one. And we had the opportunity to give them a support system for the journey.

Here are some stills and a note that they shared with us upon arrival at Srikhola.

23/04/2023

This will definitely make things easier for the foreign tourists.

The partnership will help the airlines gain visibility with travel sellers around the world. The airline reportedly is in the midst of a digital transformation to improve traveller experience. Bhutan Airlines recently launched a brand-new in-flight entertainment system that allows passengers the abi...

23/04/2023

A total of 40,665 tourists have arrived in Bhutan from 23rd September 2022 until 15th April 2023. Ou

22/04/2023

22/04/2023

Photos and a review as shared by our guest after he completed his four day solo tour of Bhutan.

The first photo shows him on his bike with the majestic Punakha Dzong in the background during his day ride to Punakha via Dochula.

The second photo needs no explanation.

18/04/2023

Some stills from the week long ride in Bhutan than we had customised for Amit & Jai back in 2017.

The duo were accompanied by our team which consisted of Nima, the guide, Dawa, the road captain cm mechanic, and two four by fours that served as support vehicles.

The guests rode, on the KTM Adventure 640s, from the Paro International Airport all the way to Bumthang in Central Bhutan. During the tour, they witnessed the Thimphu Tshechu, amongst other experiences that we put together.

We, at Ze Happy Dragon are hell bent on taking you through the road less travelled, always!

17/04/2023

16/04/2023

Women from the Nyishi Community of Arunachal Pradesh on their week long leisure trip of Bhutan of Bhutan in Summer 2018.

During my interaction with the group, they mentioned how they follow the Bhutanese music and movies, and how Bhutan was one their list of places to visit for years. While I told them about my visits to their state and encounters with people from their community.

15/04/2023

All hearts ❤️ Deepika Padukone shares a delightful picture with the kids from Bhutan!