Bhutan : Outlook Recommends

Alfie Wilson
Alfie Wilson - Travel Guide Manager
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From authentic local restaurants to culturally immersive journeys across the country, Outlook Recommends the best things to do in Bhutan.

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FOR AN AFFORDABLE AND AUTHENTIC MEAL… 

Zombala Restaurant is a local gem in the city of Thimphu, serving food so rich and authentic it will leave you dreaming of homemade momos and noodle soup long after your visit.  

This cosy restaurant specialises in hearty local cuisine and always offers a welcoming environment, showcasing the very best of Bhutanese hospitality. 

FOR A TUCKED AWAY AND INTIMATE DINING EXPERIENCE… 

Located in an old heritage home with over 600 years of history, Babesa Village Restaurant offers a uniquely genuine meal based on seasonality and sustainability.  

With the restaurant also acting as a home to the family who runs it, the ingredients all come from its local garden and family-owned livestock, making each bite decadent with Bhutanese history and gastronomic culture. 

Photography by Scarlette DG

Do:

FOR A TRANSFORMATIVE TRAVEL EXPERIENCE… 

Bhutan National Travels 

FOR AN AUTHENTIC, PERSONAL, AND SEAMLESS TRIP… 

As a leading Bhutanese tour operator with a legacy spanning over two decades, Bhutan Soul Tour & Travel specialises in deeply personal and culturally immersive journeys throughout the country.

Offering detailed logistics, premier accommodations, and authentic dining experiences, Bhutan Soul Tour & Travel allows visitors to broaden their global understanding of Bhutan’s unique heritage. 

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FOR A SPIRITUALLY REFRESHING RETREAT… 

Located in the pine-studded slopes of the Neyphu Valley, Bhutan Spirit Sanctuary echoes the country’s monastic history and meditative atmosphere.  

Designed to provide guests with a taste of Bhutanese well-being, the hotel has woven holism into the entirety of its structure, offering everything from soulful meals and spa treatments to yoga sessions and hot stone baths. 

FOR A LUXURIOUS VIEW OF THE HIMALAYAS… 

With an unparalleled view of the Black Mountains, Gangtey Lodge may look more like a traditional farmhouse than a traditional premier hotel. However, it was designed to vanquish your worldly worries at the door and leave you free to embrace the serenity of a Himalayan-filled vacation.  

With ornate woodwork, Swedish log-burning stoves, and a view that would make any jaw drop, this hotel defies the stress of the modern world.   

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Alfie Wilson is an in-house Travel Guide Manager for Outlook Travel Magazine. Alfie is responsible for showcasing travel destinations in the magazine, travel guides, and digital platforms, and sourcing collaborations with travel destinations for future editions. Alfie is actively seeking opportunities to collaborate. Reach out to Alfie to discover how you and your business could be our next cover story.