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Find absolute serenity at Amankora - a series of hush five lodges spread across the central and Western valleys of the Great Bhutan Kingdom, the sole surviving Buddhist Kingdom of the Himalayas and one of the most pristinely remote destinations in the world. Happiness is a priority in the kingdom, making it an ideal destination to find true bliss and tune your soul with the enriching ambiance of the Himalayas in the North. Each lodge of Amankora across the valleys commits to the Garden-Of-Eden feeling with deluxe amenities, including king-size beds, terrazzo-clad bathtubs, banquette window-seats, and awe-inspiring architectural designs. Explore the grandeur of the landscape as you trek through breathtaking views of the mountains. Cedar-scented spas with opulent menus assure a reunion of your body, mind, and soul. Choose from ...
Find absolute serenity at Amankora - a series of hush five lodges spread across the central and Western valleys of the Great Bhutan Kingdom, the sole surviving Buddhist Kingdom of the Himalayas and one of the most pristinely remote destinations in the world. Happiness is a priority in the kingdom, making it an ideal destination to find true bliss and tune your soul with the enriching ambiance of the Himalayas in the North. Each lodge of Amankora across the valleys commits to the Garden-Of-Eden feeling with deluxe amenities, including king-size beds, terrazzo-clad bathtubs, banquette window-seats, and awe-inspiring architectural designs. Explore the grandeur of the landscape as you trek through breathtaking views of the mountains. Cedar-scented spas with opulent menus assure a reunion of your body, mind, and soul. Choose from the plant or herb-based therapies or immerse in yoga and sensory rituals to rejuvenate your body and mind. From hiking to cycling and cooking classes, you are presented a list of the top ten experiences in each lodge to explore and immerse wholly or partially in the Bhutan experience. Whatever the choice of accommodation will be between its 5 lodges, your escape into the last traditional Himalayas Buddhist Kingdom will redefine your view of happiness.
The first resort in Bhutan and with five lodges across its central and western valleys, Amankora has been a part of this legendary Buddhist Kingdom for almost 20 years. Dedicated to providing an unparalleled experience of this pristine, year-round destination – one of the happiest places in the world – Amankora’s five lodges are each a sanctuary designed to complement its uniquely beautiful setting.
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The five lodges are set deep in the remote yet picturesque valleys of the Bhutan Kingdom, with steep imposing peaks gracing the skylines and the Himalayan mountains dignified up North. Each lodge features a unique culture, ambiance, and tradition due to its geographical separation from the rest.
Arrive at Amankora via Paro International Airport, which is the only international airport in the Kingdom of Bhutan. Amankora Paro is the closest at 20 minutes' drive from the international airport, followed by Amankora Thimphu, which is 50 km from the airport. A domestic airport in Bathpalathang is available, and a flight from Paro ...
Arrive at Amankora via Paro International Airport, which is the only international airport in the Kingdom of Bhutan. Amankora Paro is the closest at 20 minutes' drive from the international airport, followed by Amankora Thimphu, which is 50 km from the airport. A domestic airport in Bathpalathang is available, and a flight from Paro Airport to here gives you access to Amankora Bumthang, which is only 15 minutes’ drive away, and Amankora Gangtey at 145 km away. International flights to Paro International from Bangkok, Delhi, Kolkatta, Singapore and Kathmandu
Discover peace and the ethereal feeling beyond in one of Amankora’s pristine lodges perfectly built to become one with their natural surroundings.
Amankora Paro Lodge: Built synonymously with nature among dense pine trees at an elevation of 2,250 metres (7382 feet). Features 24 suites complete with king-size beds, bathrooms featuring terrazzo-clad bathtubs, twin vanities, a separate shower and toilet, traditional wood-burning stoves and banquette window-seats.
Amankora Thimphu Lodge: A tranquil 16-suite lodge built in the upper segment of the Motithang area, perfectly crafted to mimic the decor of a traditional dzong fortress. Fitted with amenities including king-size beds, ...
Amankora Thimphu Lodge: A tranquil 16-suite lodge built in the upper segment of the Motithang area, perfectly crafted to mimic the decor of a traditional dzong fortress. Fitted with amenities including king-size beds, traditional wood-burning stoves and banquette window-seats, bathrooms featuring terrazzo-clad bathtubs, twin vanities, a separate shower and toilet, and easy access to the capital.
Amankora Punakha Lodge: Seated in a royal subtropical valley at the end of a suspension bridge crossing, incorporating a traditional Bhutanese farmhouse in its setting. Features 12 suites, 8 of which are similarly designed as Amankora Paro’s suites with views overlooking an orange orchard and rice terraces from an infinity pool. 4 Mo Chuu suites are placed in a new building, two of which offer commodious separate living areas.
Amankora Gangtey Lodge: An 8-suite lodge perched on an arboraceous hill, near the Gangtey village, offering breathtaking views of 16th-century Gangtey Goemba monastery and the valley floor. Each suite’s designs and amenities are similar to that of its sister lodge, Amankora Thimphu, but with views spanning across the valley.
Amankora Bumthang Lodge: Features 16 suites nestled adjacent to the Wangdicholing Palace, within the town of Jakar in the Choekhor Valley. Equipped with similar luxury amenities and designs as its sister lodges.
Your retreat is never wholesome without an experience of the dining culture where you are spoiled with an assortment of Bhutanese, Indian and Western delicacies across the five lodges. Stun your palates with meals sourced from local ingredients including yak meat and pure honey from the honeycombs of Bumthang Valley. Enjoy hot ngaja tea in bed, an evergreen traditional Bhutanese morning ritual, and rehydrate with it after a long hike. Barbecue beneath the stars with live Bhutanese music is the highlight of evenings, best enjoyed with the cool mountain breeze. Relish the experience of bespoke dining that ...
Your retreat is never wholesome without an experience of the dining culture where you are spoiled with an assortment of Bhutanese, Indian and Western delicacies across the five lodges. Stun your palates with meals sourced from local ingredients including yak meat and pure honey from the honeycombs of Bumthang Valley. Enjoy hot ngaja tea in bed, an evergreen traditional Bhutanese morning ritual, and rehydrate with it after a long hike. Barbecue beneath the stars with live Bhutanese music is the highlight of evenings, best enjoyed with the cool mountain breeze. Relish the experience of bespoke dining that can be arranged in and out of the lodges, with special menus that align with your taste preferences.
Wellness is highly esteemed at Amankora and reflects across all lodges with the provision of a separate two-storey cedar-scented spa room. Inside features a yoga/meditation room, steam room, two treatment rooms, and changing areas. Thanks to the placidity of the surrounding mountains, there's no better aura to harmonise body and soul in absolute stillness and rejuvenate your mind with meditation. Plants and herbs sourced from the Himalayas are used for therapies and traditional wellness habits in the spas. While the lodges have yoga-focused programs that cater to holistic wellness, monks occasionally visit to lead meditations and offer their ...
Wellness is highly esteemed at Amankora and reflects across all lodges with the provision of a separate two-storey cedar-scented spa room. Inside features a yoga/meditation room, steam room, two treatment rooms, and changing areas. Thanks to the placidity of the surrounding mountains, there's no better aura to harmonise body and soul in absolute stillness and rejuvenate your mind with meditation. Plants and herbs sourced from the Himalayas are used for therapies and traditional wellness habits in the spas. While the lodges have yoga-focused programs that cater to holistic wellness, monks occasionally visit to lead meditations and offer their pearls of wisdom and blessings to you.
Explore the charming beauty and laid-back atmosphere of the Himalayas through hikes and cycling as a tour guide warms you up on the spectacular history of the fascinating destinations. All five lodges offer scenic views of the stupefying mountains, including wildlife experiences and adrenaline-pumping adventures such as archery and white-water rafting. The valleys of Punakha, Paro, and Thimpu are home to awe-inspiring caves, villages, ancient monasteries, dzongs, and Holy temples to immerse you in the cultural experiences of Bhutan. From spring to summer, there's always something magical and inspiring about Amankora's five lodges, and you are in for a ...
Explore the charming beauty and laid-back atmosphere of the Himalayas through hikes and cycling as a tour guide warms you up on the spectacular history of the fascinating destinations. All five lodges offer scenic views of the stupefying mountains, including wildlife experiences and adrenaline-pumping adventures such as archery and white-water rafting. The valleys of Punakha, Paro, and Thimpu are home to awe-inspiring caves, villages, ancient monasteries, dzongs, and Holy temples to immerse you in the cultural experiences of Bhutan. From spring to summer, there's always something magical and inspiring about Amankora's five lodges, and you are in for a lifetime experience.
A bespoke adventure across the entire Kingdom, experience all five lodges across five valleys. Immerse on a unique adventure, delving deeply into the Bhutanese culture giving the only way to seamlessly experience 5 different valleys in 7-13 nights. Amankora boasts an array of enriching journey through Bhutan’s spectacular central and western valleys, Paro, Thimphu, Punakha, Gangtey and Bumthang. Five distinct lodges offer a circuit of Himalayan sanctuaries in the form of multi-destination itineraries, giving you an immersive journey into the Kingdom of Bhutan’s remarkable landscape and rich cultural heritage. Every journey is unique, making any choice worthwhile and promising.
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