Phobjikha , Bhutan
The Phobjikha Valley is a designated conservation area and winter home of the endangered black-necked crane. The visitor center is just below our lodge, which we call our Birdwatching Bridge, due to its very special design and prime viewing spot for these “birds of heaven”.
The eight suites and one two-bedroom villa, built using sustainable local stone and hemlock wood, and with double-height windows to bring the outdoors in, point to days spent hiking the trails among the grazing oxen, yaks, and horses on the mountainside or cycling along the peaceful valley floor among friendly waves and smiles. The cozy and intimate Living Room, with its twin-exhaust bukhari – is a perfect place for lounging over a post-hike tipple from the mix-your-own martini bar.
Six Senses Spa Gangtey upholds the happiness practice of Psychological Well-being, so open your eyes to the world as we did when we were children, with wonder and awe.
From Punakha, traveling east, the road passes through the village of Wangdue Phodrang and climbs past deep ravines with dizzying drops to the Phobijkha Valley. As you descend through the open valley past fields dotted with prayer flags and farms, you’ll arrive on the western slopes, where Six Senses Gangtey is strategically positioned to showcase a 180-degree view of the valley and all its beauty.
Luxury and wellness — this is what we offer at our exclusive spa and wellness center. We provide unique treatments designed to help your body and mind relax, rejuvenate, and recharge with new energy. Indulge in a world of sophisticated care where every detail is tailored to elevate your sense of well-being and restore your inner harmony.
The signature treatment in Gangtey is the Swedana steam therapy. As the body receives the healing benefits of Bhutanese herbs in the Swedana, you’ll have a view to the serene landscape of the Phobjika Valley below, encouraging meditative thought and release. Six Senses Spa with two single treatment rooms, two Swedana steam areas, male and female changing facilities
The deep tissue massage relieves muscles sore from long walks in nature.
Set out to explore the valley's many small temples, sacred monasteries and rural villages on foot or hop on a bike to reach the little-visited villages for a traditional dinner or a buckwheat lunch in a traditional farmhouse.
Join the monks for meditation and blessings at the 17th-century Gangtey Goemba.
Light a butter lamp during evening prayers and receive a blessing from the monks at neighboring Damchen Lhakhang, one of the Kingdom’s oldest temples built in the 14th century.
Take the lodge’s bikes out for an undulating cycle up to Sangchen Dorji Lhuendrup Nunnery with its magnificent temple.
Hike the Loma Longtey Trail, where yak herders put up their camps during winter, reaching Kayche La Pass at 12,140 ft.
Every meal at our restaurant is a true culinary delight. We use only fresh, seasonal ingredients, most of which are supplied by local farmers or grown in the hotel’s own organic garden.
For cozy dinners and business meetings, we offer Baa Zam restaurant — designed to seat 20 guests indoors. Nearby, there’s a lounge area by the fireplace for 17 people — the perfect spot for warm conversations and relaxed gatherings. These spaces are crafted to ensure that every moment of your stay is filled with comfort, exquisite flavors, and exceptional service.
For connoisseurs of natural beauty, peaceful solitude, and the unique traditions of the Gangtey region.