Thermal Rituals

Rooted in centuries-old traditions and shaped by Bhutan's pristine landscapes, Amankora's newest wellness experiences invite guests to reconnect with nature through elemental rituals of heat, water and air. At Paro Lodge, two distinct rituals offer unique paths to restoration. Tucked away beyond a pine forest, the Spa House provides a secluded sanctuary for relaxation, featuring a hammam and thermal facilities designed for deep rejuvenation. Nearby, among towering pines beside a glacial stream, the Wild Nature Banya Experience immerses guests in invigorating contrasts.

Whether seeking purification and stillness or revitalisation and energy, each experience offers a profound connection to the landscape and traditions that inspire it.  

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Banya sauna nestled amongst pine trees at Amankora's Paro Lodge, Bhutan.

Wild Nature Banya Experience

Among towering pines beside a glacial stream sits Amankora's Paro Lodge Banya Sauna. Crafted from Canadian Hemlock wood, the banya's panoramic windows frame views of a 12th-century fortress, offering a deeply immersive experience in the heart of nature.

Its timeless rituals combine therapeutic heat with a massage using venik (branches) and culminate on an outdoor terrace where a warm pool and a cold plunge provide an invigorating contrast between heat and cold. 

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Wooden sauna barrel at Amankora's Paro Lodge, with stone pathway and forest surroundings.
Therapist applying herbal bundle to guest's back during traditional sauna treatment at Amankora's Paro Lodge.
Wooden sauna building nestled amongst tall pine trees at Amankora's Paro Lodge, Bhutan.
Wooden sauna interior at Amankora's Paro Lodge, with bench seating and large window overlooking the landscape.
Banya sauna session setup at Amankora's Paro Lodge, with traditional heated stone on wooden base.
Traditional wood-fired sauna with steam rising at Amankora's Paro Lodge, Bhutan.
Wooden sauna interior at Amankora's Paro Lodge with arched ceiling and large window overlooking forest.

Hammam Spa House

Tucked away beyond a pine forest at Amankora's Paro Lodge, the secluded Spa House provides a unique setting for relaxation and restoration.  

Spa House at Amankora Paro Lodge with forest view through open doors. Spa house platform overlooking a forest stream at Amankora's Paro Lodge. Spa House at Amankora's Paro Lodge with steaming pool and forest views at dusk.

Restore balance and wellbeing

Bathed in natural light and soundtracked by a trickling Himalayan stream, this wellness sanctuary features a hammam, double treatment room, relaxation lounge, heated swimming pool and Jacuzzi. Designed as a tranquil retreat immersed in nature, the Spa House combines thermal facilities and bespoke treatments that draw on centuries-old wellness traditions to restore balance and wellbeing.

The Spa House's signature hammam experiences combine steam, exfoliation and invigorating massage techniques using aromatic soaps and oils to deeply cleanse and refresh the skin. 

Hammam Treatment (60 minutes)

  • Body scrub and bath experience
  • Light refreshments 
  • Relaxation time in the Spa House

Hammam Half-Day Journey (up to four hours)

  • Hammam treatment 
  • 90-minute body massage 
  • Light refreshments and meal 
  • Extended relaxation time in the Spa House 

Personalised Journeys

No request is too big or too small. Amankora’s dedicated team carefully curates every aspect of your stay, providing a truly personal experience from start to finish.

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