Nestled on the banks of the Mo Chu River in the Punakha Valley is &Beyond Punakha River Lodge. Featuring six intimate luxury tents, a one-bedroom suite (the River House) and a two-bedroom suite (the Family Suite), the lodge exudes a true sense of place with uninterrupted views of the Himalaya in the distance. Each charming suite boasts breathtaking views of the surrounding cascading rice paddies and dense forests, reflecting traditional Bhutanese architecture in perfect harmony with nature. Punakha River Lodge is &Beyond’s first all-inclusive, owned lodge in Asia.
Bhutan’s picturesque Punakha Valley with its majestic dzongs, serene temples, exhilarating treks and heartwarming people, offers a wide range of experiences perfect for all interests with the lodge serving as the ultimate base. Choose from exciting activities like whitewater river rafting along the Mo Chu, kayaking tranquil waters, or hiking the pristine surrounds. Indulge in the lodge’s wellness spa with a traditional hot stone bath and other decadent treatments, lulled by the sights and sounds of the nearby orange orchard and perennial stream. Join one of the lodge’s inclusive yoga sessions, take part in a blessing ceremony at a monastery for a deeper spiritual awakening or spend some time in the local village becoming immersed in the region’s customs and traditions.
Appreciate the cocoon of solitude, amidst awe-inspiring vistas as you write in your journal, or lose yourself in a great book. Take yourself into the paddy fields or surrounds for delectable, intimate lunches, enjoy a sundowner on the suspension bridge coloured by row upon row of prayer flags, and dine on traditional cuisine, a delicious fusion of Indian, Tibetan and Chinese influences.