Bhutan ... In pursuit of the Yeti

Synopsis

The yeti: a hairy primate, a bear or a legend? For the Bhutanese, he is very real. He’s said to have a strong odor and carries a sac on his back to kidnap his victims. He lives in the most secluded mountains and forests in the country and in the forgotten valleys of Merak and Saktand (which only recently became accessible to foreigners). Our investigation begins at the Timphu library. After seeing a picture of the yeti’s face in an old book entitled « Mirror of science », we decide that it’s time to set up an expedition to find him, and so we set off to the East of the country. Guides, cooks, a string of caravans, horses and yaks; all were necessary in order to make our way across the rivers and mountains in pursuit of the country’s mythical creature. Brokpas and the regions inhabitants attempt to advise us on the best path to follow…