Bumthang, which means "beautiful field," is home to 29 temples and monasteries, including the ancient Jambay Lhakhang, and is a treasure trove of Bhutanese art and painting traditions. The 16-suite Amankora Bumthang Lodge is located next to Wangdichholing Palace in the town of Jakar in the Choekhor Valley. From here, you can enjoy a variety of cultural and spiritual experiences, including yoga or evening prayers with the monks. Amenities include king-size beds, traditional wood-burning stoves, and window benches, while bathrooms feature terrazzo bathtubs, double sinks, and separate showers and toilets.
The tranquility of the mountain landscape makes Bhutan the ideal destination for refreshing and rejuvenating body and mind. Amankora's five cedarwood-scented spas offer therapies based on Himalayan plants and herbs, as well as traditional wellness rituals, with Zen massage and herbal compresses being the hallmarks of Bumthang. Cultural and spiritual experiences include morning yoga, visits to monasteries, astrological readings, and evening prayers with the monks. Or you can explore Wangdichholing Palace next to the lodge.
The 16 guest suites at Amankora Bumthang, accessed via a beautiful stone-clad hallway, are located in four separate buildings. The modern design combined with rustic materials creates an elegant yet cozy atmosphere. Each of the luxurious accommodations features wood-paneled interiors, a traditional Bukhari wood stove, a king-size bed, a terrazzo-clad bathroom, a shower, two vanities, and a chic daybed overlooking the courtyard and the nearby Wangdichholing Palace and Monastery.
All five Amankora lodges serve Bhutanese, Western, and Indian cuisine, using local ingredients such as yak meat and fresh honey from the Bumthang Valley. Private dinners can be arranged both inside and outside the lodge, whether for an intimate candlelit dinner, a barbecue under the stars with live music, or a group celebration. A rich, hot cup of milk tea or suja butter tea is a traditional Bhutanese morning ritual that you are sure to grow fond of during your vacation.
Unlike the other Aman resorts in Bhutan, Amankora Bumthang is not located in complete seclusion, but in the heart of the lively town of Jakar. Thanks to its spacious gardens, however, it is still an oasis of calm where you can recharge your batteries for your explorations. The 16 suites, divided into four units, feature tasteful interiors with high-quality wood paneling, a traditional wood-burning stove, and luxurious bathrooms. Enjoy the view of the beautifully designed courtyards of the complex and the neighboring Wangdichholing Palace. The surrounding area offers a wealth of art and culture, while the complex's outstanding spa and wellness area provides the perfect balance, where you can enjoy traditional treatments, a steam bath, yoga, and meditation. The region's numerous farms produce honey, cheese, spirits, and other products that end up on your table in the excellent restaurant, where you can indulge in Bhutanese, Indian, and European culinary delights. Experience the majestic and mysterious Bhutan on a dream vacation in one or more of the five Amankora lodges—Paro, Thimphu, Gangtey, Punakha, and Bumthang—which are scattered throughout the country and offer unprecedented access to the world's last surviving Buddhist kingdom.
