Tipping in Bhutan

Tipping in Bhutan is often optional when restaurant bills already carry a service charge. Guides and drivers, however, are commonly tipped at the end of the trip.

In restaurants, service is often included on the check, so any extra tip is optional. At bars, check whether service is usually included before adding extra; for taxis, riders usually round up to a convenient amount.

In Bhutan, tipping is mainly about guides, drivers, and trekking crews rather than restaurants. Trekking tips are usually handed out at the trek endpoint, often in separate envelopes.

Use USD, BTN, or prepared envelopes for tour tipping.