Amankora Gangtey: Highland Retreat with Valley Views & Monastery Connection

Scenic Suites Overlooking Phobjikha Valley and Gangtey Monastery

Set high on a forested ridge, Amankora Gangtey offers sweeping views of Bhutan’s glacial Phobjikha Valley and the historic 17th-century Gangteng Monastery. The property features just eight open-plan suites, each showcasing refined simplicity with king-size beds, traditional wood-burning stoves, window seating, and terrazzo-clad bathtubs with twin vanities.

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Gentle Spa Rituals Surrounded by Nature

The spa comprises two treatment rooms and calming hot stone baths inside a candlelit hilltop hut. Sliding bamboo doors open to serene valley scenes as river-heated stones and aromatic herbs provide deep relaxation—an ideal way to unwind after mountain explorations.

Communal Spaces and Culinary Traditions at Amankora Gangtey

The main lodge’s living and dining area, warmed by a traditional bukhari stove, invites guests to share Bhutanese and Western meals family-style. Floor-to-ceiling windows frame the peaceful, meadow-like valley beyond.

Crane Watching, Monastic Visits, and Scenic Trails

Located within a protected wildlife reserve, the lodge offers a rare opportunity to observe endangered black-necked cranes during winter. Guests can cycle to Gangtey Village, attend prayers at Gangteng Monastery, hike through the valley, or wander among bamboo groves and potato fields.

Library, Spiritual Traditions, and Cultural Encounters

A welcoming library houses volumes on Buddhism, folklore, and Himalayan arts. Guests may join Buddhist fumigation ceremonies at the stupa, enjoy candlelit dinners in a rustic potato shed, or take part in offering meals to monks—immersive moments that blend cultural insight with quiet reflection.

Secluded Comfort with Attentive Service

Though reached via a scenic drive from Paro, the lodge combines peaceful seclusion with thoughtful hospitality. Transfers are arranged, activities are tailored, and every detail is designed to deepen your connection to Bhutan’s landscapes and traditions.

You might also enjoy discovering Amankora Bumthang, where serene lodge living meets cultural immersion, wellness, and seamless access to historic temples.

Book your mountain-valley escape now with VIP Tables Marbella to secure your stay at Amankora Gangtey, complete with bespoke cultural journeys, wellness experiences, and elevated service—crafted for meaningful immersion in Bhutan’s storied highlands.