Taking inspiration from the terraced farms of Punakha's valley, Six Senses Punakha is an elegant rustic retreat with excellent spas, dining and service.
Highlights
A rural high-end retreat in the Kingdom of Bhutan
Wake up to the stunning view of farms and vegetable terraces across Punakha's cultivated valley
Fantastic spa and wellness centre
Relatively spacious room starting from 67sqm or above
Six Senses Punakha is a boutique experience bringing a rustic high-end twist to its stunning setting amidst rice fields and vegetable gardens. Nestled on the valley floor with an elevation of 1,400 meter with relatively warmer climate, it is an excellent base for hiking activities and visiting cultural Dzongs in the surrounding areas.
Each of its 16 suites and 3 villas are fitted with floor-to-ceiling windows, guaranteeing stunning in-room vistas all around. Facilities include all-day dining restaurant, library, heated outdoor pool, living room and lounge.
As with all Six Senses in Bhutan, it comes equipped with an excellent Spa and Wellness Centre, which also comes equipped with meditation huts and yoga facilities to welcome you after a rewarding day of hiking around the cultivated Punakha valley.
Don't miss a visit to the Punakha Dzong between the Mo and Pho Chhu river, as well as a trek through Chimi Lhakhang or the regal Khansum Yuelley Namgyel Chorten.
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This fantastic experience combines the Sangchen Nunnery, the Nalanda Buddhist College and the Nobgang Village walk which takes you from the high hills above Punakha and winds gently down to the Punakha Dzong - you approach it almost vertically!
Hilltop Nunnery Visit
This evening visit Sangchhen Dorji Lhendrup Lhakhang Nunnery which is home to a higher learning and meditation centre for nuns, as well as being home to some of the most impressive statues in Bhutan.
A visit to Chimi Lhakhang
The Chimmi Lhakhang Temple is a temple of fertility dedicated to the Buddhist saint known as the Divine Madman. A short walk through paddy fields takes you to the temple and is popular with Bhutanese families wanting to start a family.
Punakha Weekend Markets
Khuruthang Saturday Vegetable Market is located in the small town next to the Punakha Dzong. On Sundays, you can visit the Wangdue Market, about a 30-minute drive away. Wander around the stalls, selling local fruit and vegetables.
