In the rarely visited Phobjikha Valley near the village of Gangtey, Amankora Gangtey Lodge is located on a wooded hill with picturesque views of the valley floor and the 16th-century Gangtey Goemba Monastery. The valley is part of the Black Mountains National Park nature reserve and is home to a flock of 300 endangered black-necked cranes every winter. Only eight suites await you here, all of which are charmingly and authentically furnished and decorated and offer a fantastic view over the valley. Amenities include king-size beds, traditional wood-burning stoves, and window benches, while the bathrooms feature terrazzo bathtubs, two sinks, a separate shower, and a toilet.
The spa facilities at Gangtey Lodge include two massage rooms and changing rooms. Relax with a traditional hot stone bath by candlelight; a sliding bamboo door opens up to an idyllic view of the valley. Offer the monks a meal, take part in evening or morning prayers, or experience a spiritual cleansing ritual. Bhutan is a land of temples and monasteries, deeply influenced by Buddhist philosophy. Be inspired and draw on the ancient wisdom of the monks and historic dzongs.
Located on a wooded hill in a wildlife reserve, overlooking a 16th-century monastery, Gangtey Lodge offers just eight suites. The suites are a combination of bedroom and living room and feature a king-size bed, a comfortable reading chair, and a window seat. This offers a view of a green courtyard or the stream and pine forest. The interior of the suite impresses with wood paneling and chocolate brown walls. The spacious bathroom is accessible from the bedroom and features two sinks, a separate shower and toilet, storage space, and a terrazzo-clad bathtub.
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 a romantic candlelit dinner or a group celebration. Gangtey Lodge invites you to dine at large tables and floor-to-ceiling windows with outdoor dining options. On the terrace and viewing deck, you can enjoy authentic dining and sweeping views of the valley and a 16th-century monastery.
The rarely visited Phobjikha Valley, part of Black Mountains National Park, is a place of exceptional tranquility and unspoiled nature. At the spectacular Amankora Gangtey Lodge, you will stay in a prominent hillside location and enjoy fantastic views of the 16th-century Gangtey Goemba monastery and the picturesque landscape. Each of the eight luxury suites offers a magnificent view of the valley. All suites feature a traditional wood-burning stove and large windows so you can enjoy the panorama at any time in the privacy of your own room, as well as exclusive amenities such as terrazzo-clad bathtubs. As a guest at Amankora Gangtey Lodge, you have the opportunity to try Bhutan's national sport of archery, or you can hike through the valley and visit the Crane Center, where you can learn interesting facts about these endangered birds.
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