How much data do I need for a Bhutan trip?

For Bhutan, use the seven-day ranges in this page's data section as a starting point. Actual needs depend on app use, trip length and Wi-Fi access; video, hotspot use and photo backup can raise demand.

Can I keep my Canadian number in Bhutan?

For travel in Bhutan, first confirm the phone is unlocked and supports dual SIM. If your carrier permits, keep the Canadian line for verification, select the travel eSIM for data and disable Canadian-line data roaming. Check carrier charges for calls and SMS.

Should I rely on mobile data while trekking in Bhutan?

No. Use the eSIM where service is available, but treat offline maps, guide contacts and saved reservations as essential backups on remote or high-altitude routes.

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Get a Bhutan eSIM for your trip.

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One prepaid eSIM for your Bhutan trip. Choose data and validity, then check out in your selected currency.

Priced in CA$ for Canadian travellers. Works for travellers from anywhere.

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What fits your trip?

1. How long are you staying?

2. Choose a data allowance

Choose an allowance that fits your trip length and how you use mobile data. See data planning examples.

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Setup: Install on Wi-Fi before departure. Follow the selected plan’s instructions for when to enable service.

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Mobile data only

Your Canadian line can stay active for calls and texts on a dual-SIM phone; your carrier's roaming charges may apply to calls and texts.

Install on Wi-Fi

Install before departure, then follow your selected plan’s terms for when to enable it.

Before your trip

Keep the details you need close at hand.

Hotel, guide and driver contacts
Offline maps for Paro, Thimphu and planned valleys
Visa, permit and reservation details
Emergency and travel-insurance information

Data planning: For travel in Bhutan, use the seven-day ranges below as a starting point and adjust for your itinerary, app use and access to Wi-Fi. Download maps and booking details before long transfer days.

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A Bhutan travel eSIM can support maps, translation, messaging and driver coordination during connected parts of a trip. Coverage depends on the selected plan, partner network, terrain and local congestion; valleys, passes, buildings and remote trails may have gaps.

Ideas for your trip

Plan your trip to Bhutan

Paro and Thimphu cultural loop

City visits and nearby cultural sites create a different pace from longer journeys through Bhutan's valleys.

Punakha and central valleys

Longer drives between valleys can make the route feel different from days spent in Thimphu and Paro.

Trekking beyond the valleys

Multi-day walks call for more time and different preparation than city and valley visits.

Bhutan trip planner

Plan your Bhutan itinerary

Choose a Bhutan plan when you need mobile data for transfers, navigation, translation and booking messages; prepare offline backups because mountain routes and remote valleys can be intermittent.

01
Thimphu and Paro cultural loop
Airport transfers, dzong visits, hotel messages and route planning create short but important data sessions.
Save your hotel address, driver contact and key reservations offline before leaving reliable Wi-Fi.
02
Drive between the western and central valleys
Road travel between valleys involves winding mountain routes and stretches where service can change quickly.
Download maps and keep permits, reservation details and emergency contacts available offline.
03
High-altitude trek
Remote trails and mountain terrain should not be treated like continuous city connectivity.
Use the eSIM for data where a partner network is available, but carry offline maps and do not rely on live service for safety-critical navigation.

Bhutan data planning

How much data might your Bhutan trip use?

The examples below describe different trip patterns and the assumptions behind each estimate. Your actual use depends on your apps, settings, trip length and access to Wi-Fi.

Seven-day light-use calculator example

3.6–5.5 GB

Assumes: Seven days of messaging, email, browsing and occasional maps, with streaming and video calls off, light social use and few photo uploads. Wi-Fi availability is not included in this activity estimate and may reduce mobile data used.

Seven-day typical-use calculator example

10.1–15.1 GB

Assumes: Seven days with light streaming and video calls, daily maps, moderate social use and photo uploads. Wi-Fi access is not modelled and may reduce mobile data used; hotspot, higher-resolution video and app updates can raise demand.

These are rough planning examples, not plan allowances or promises. Actual data use varies with apps, settings, trip length and Wi-Fi. Compare estimates with the live plan options above.

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Good to know

Bhutan eSIM questions

Only where the selected plan's partner network has service. Mountain passes, remote valleys, indoor locations and trekking routes can have gaps, so download maps and key details before travelling.

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