Tiger’s Nest in Bhutan - Trekking to the SPECTACULAR Monastery on a Cliff! (Final Day in Bhutan)

Tiger’s Nest Monastery in Bhutan is one of the most famous attractions, and the beauty is mind-blowing!
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On Day 19 of our food and travel trip to Bhutan, we dedicated the entire day to trekking to Tiger’s Nest Monastery in Bhutan (Paro Taktsang in Bhutanese Dzongkha), which sits literally on the edge of a cliff. The hike takes about 3 - 4 hours or so, and since I wanted to beat the main crowds, my wife and I left from the hotel quite early to get a head start. It worked out quite well, because we were some of the only people on the trail that early in the morning. The fresh air was amazing. We wound our way along the trail, and soon we could get amazing views of Tiger’s Nest hidden in the clouds and on the side of the cliff.
The trail, although steep, isn’t really dangerous in any parts, as long as you keep your eye on the trail and don’t try to get too close to the edge. At the top of Tiger’s Nest Monastery they don’t allow any photography, so you have to check in your bag. We walked around the monastery for a little while, ate some snacks, and then headed down.
Despite Tiger’s Nest Monastery in Bhutan being one of the most famous attractions and icons of Bhutan, it really is spectacular.
Round-Trip Taxi from Paro to Tiger’s Nest - 1,400 BTN ($20.99)
It’s typically recommended that you visit Tiger’s Nest at the end of your trip to Bhutan so that you acclimatize better to the elevation.
Gangtey Palace Hotel - After returning from Tiger’s Nest, we checked into the classic Gangtey Palace Hotel for our final night in Bhutan!
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It was an honor to be invited by MyBhutan to visit Bhutan to explore Bhutanese food and culture. Thank you to MyBhutan Productions for making my trip and this video possible!
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This is the last video of Bhutan. Brand new Philippines videos start tomorrow (Sunday), stay tuned!

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Thank you for the beautiful food, people and what I enjoyed most was the scenery of the landscape and the Monastery....... so thank you for Bhutan

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Food as a reflection of the cultural life of Bhutan came out very well from these videos Mark. Great job done! Food is not just about eating but appreciating the people who cook it and projecting even the place that it belongs to. Thank you for shedding light on the ancient and well preserved Bhutanese culture, food and their tradition...🙏

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For me personally the Bhutan series was awesome because it really showcased the beautiful landscape and nice people. They seem to have such a simple but happy life. Thanks Mark and Ying.

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Thanks for taking us with you on all your food adventures, Mark & Ying. I didn't know much about Bhutan until I watched your videos. Keep it up and all the best!

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Hello Mark and your wife. I trekked to Taktsang in Dec 2016 and it was a wonderful experience. I thought I wouldn't be able to complete it coz it was quite steep. The end result and the serenity was completely worth it. Lovely memories and thank you.

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I have to say i would watch any of your vlogs no matter how repetitive as you make them all interesting with your unique style of presenting. I also like how you're always enthusiastic and polite. Keep up the good work Mark...n ofcourse Ying.

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Enjoyed the entire Bhutan series immensely. Thanks Mark!

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I enjoy all of your programs, but the Bhutan trip has been truly spectacular. Thank you very much.

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Wow that was amazing to watch. I came here because I'm writing a paper of myself going on an imaginary trip and this looked right up my alley but now its truly on my bucket list to go visit. Thanks!

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In my phantasie I`m walking these ways.Bu I can not really walk with legs now.Breathtaking pictures,thank you.

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Wow, the mountains are incredible. Thank you, Mark for showing us.

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I really enjoyed this entire video. I've learned so much about a country that I didn't know much about until now. Thank you for recording this series. I enjoyed watching you eat everything (even though most of the meals were similar). I think a lot of the viewers where forgetting that you guys visited when it was really cold and they store food up for the winter. When you have limited refrigeration and have to store food up for the winter your variety of options to eat might not be all that long. Even I living in the states practice sustainability. I grow almost all of our veggies, can and dehydrate, and make a lot of things from scratch. It's a life style that everyone should know, understand, and practice. You just never know when you might not be able to run out to a grocery store or a restaurant for your next meal. Everyone in Bhutan were very friendly. I especially enjoyed the parts when ya'll stayed in the farm stays. It was fun and interesting to see the different homes, how they grew and preserved their foods, and your rooms. There is nothing better than a home cooked meal. Beats any restaurant meal in my opinion. Thanks again for the great series!! I really enjoyed it. I hope this series humbled people and I hope your viewers took more from this than just eating. It's way more than that.

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Awesome Video you've shared with us, Mark! Thank you very much. Now I get a better glimpse into the lives of the Bhutanese in terms of food, and of course, that amazing Tiger's Nest that should not be Missed! Am from Singapore and planning to visit Bhutan sometime next year. Keep sharing your videos!

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I like how you enjoy any food that you eat. You seem to be a "HAPPY SOUL" & that makes you pretty Kool in my book. Thanks

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Watching this video, refreshes my hike up there too . Yes the air is absolutely clean and fresh and amazing how so many different levels the monastery has.

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*Wow two videos in the same day awesome for whatever both you guys withstood the very hard cold rustic life that most couldn't imagine we all including myself shared harsh opinions daily, we'll all get over it I hope you as well looking forward to you next foodgasmic tour, a 19 day thumbs up Mark & Ying can't wait to see little Micah soon...♥*

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Amazing view and beautiful location. The trail looks little scary though... Good capture!

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Thank you very much for letting us to see this.

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Absolutely, Gorgeous there! The trek to Tiger's Nest and the Monastery itself extremely beautiful! I have just loved these videos just for the views of the countryside and getting a glimpse of how these seemingly humble people live. They don't have much and they give their all. It was all very refreshing to me. Thank you for sharing these.

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Is it hard trek?

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That view at the beginning about knocked me out of my seat! Stunning beauty!

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The monastery and the views really completed the whole trip very well.I started to feel sad that "We" were leaving Bhutan.

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I visited this 6 months back. It's incredible place. Spectacular. Thanks Mark for your beautiful video

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Inside the monastry it is majestic 🤩🤩I have went there 6 yrs back. It's so peaceful and chilling in there. There is also a underground dark place where they keep donations . A lovely dog was there and a waterfall. All mobile,camera had to be submitted. I went there with my parents❤️

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Your hiking to paro Bhutan intensify my interest to visit it. Thanks

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Beautiful temple...thank you 🙏🏾 for helping me see other cultures and food 🥘. I’m enjoying your videos. I’ve had some of these dishes. Yummy 😋!

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Hi Mark. Thank you for showing such a wondrous natural beauty that is Bhutan. Through you, I saw the pristine beauty of Bhutan which I may never get the opportunity to experience by myself. Fallen in love with Bhutan! Of course I am a food lover first and that's the reason I am here. Again I Thank you and Ying for the amazing videos.

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Another awesome day in Bhutan - you saved the best for last! Thank you and ying

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Thanks for this wonderful series in Bhutan. It looks stunning, especially the monastery featuring in this video. Keep up the good work! Anxious to see your Philippines series. Big hello from the Netherlands.

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Mark, thank you for this Lovely series. Enjoyed it thoroughly. You guys have done a great service for Bhutan Tourism. They should hire you in the future. Hope Micah is doing well. See you soon with the Philippines series.

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How beautiful. I could never walk that trail. I'll dream about walking it tonight. Thank you Mark.

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I watched whole Bhutan series in last two days... whatever people have said, but I loved each of your videos and I completely fell in love with Bhutan...and I'm dying to go there now

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I can't wait for the new videos!! And seeing Micah!

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was waiting for this day...still can't forget when i went up there with family...such an awesome experience!

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I love looking at your videos . I'm so happy to see how you share your trips with your sweet wife and us . This trip was beautiful . Loved the water fall .. I wish I was able to travel like yall do

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Your videos always make me hungry - wow! - an hour and half of hiking uphill. The place looks spectacular. Thanks.

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You have enthusiasm that is infectuous. The film coverage is so well done. The black four legged guide escorted you two up and down the hike by choice, clearly an advanced soul who enjoyed an outing and sought to watch over your safe passage.

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the hike too the Monastery looked amazing!!

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hello Mark tigers nest is wonderful stay blessed both of you

[@retiredminimalist1937]

Yes, the food is a little repetitive and simple, but there is much positive to observe about it. First, it looks very fresh and healthy. Second, Bhutan has apparently not been bombarded by imported industrial food products. It appears that Bhutan is very expensive and while dismaying to the backpackers, I actually like to see that. That means some real benefit may be trickling down to the common folk. Though a closed and repressive society, it appears that the general population enjoys a clean, healthy and well organized environment, with substantial material benefits. The natural beauty is remarkable. While the folks are not necessarily doing back flips of joy they seem content. A well done series by Mark. I think he has been faithful to his subject matter. For those who want more spectacular dishes ... wait until he visits Greenland to explore the many ways seal and whale blubber can be prepared. Then you can truly groan.

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Thank you very much Charles!

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Well said. Kudos to your comment. I appreciate the fact that the food is genuine and unprocessed which aligns with my daily diet. I look forward to exploring the beauty of Bhutan soon.

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Nature at its best.Mark i like the simplicity and honesty of the mountain people.We miss these things in our urban life.Nice series....

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Wow!! our planet has so many amazing places. This is breathtaking. Thanks for sharing.

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Wow! Thanks for sharing. Love Your videos. IMHO this was the best trip ever! How could one not want to visit a country where its focus is happiness and kindness is practically a legal requirement?

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Mark I loved your Bhutan series! I'm really sad that the videos are over but hopefully one day I can go and visit Bhutan to experience all of its beauty :)

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amazing adventure as always mark. thanks for sharing , cheers!

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Loved the beautiful hike to the Monastery. You and Ying made it look really easy in the thin air. Really enjoyed the dogs too. The food looked wonderful and reasonably priced the entire Bhutan trip.

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Thanks for the Bhutan series....enjoyed it very much.

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Thank you!

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i cannot believe that hike!! well done for surviving that. have really loved the Bhutan series. I've even made dhatsi..potato one and mushroom one. i really hope that one day you come to Australia.

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it is just a hike of 2 and half hours. there are lots of hiking and treking places that would take days to explore

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Wow that was a fun hike. Thanks for taking me. Yeah, live in Oregon so familiar with awesome walnuts. Fresh dry Oregon walnuts are incredible.

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I miss your Bhutan videos... seriously your videos on Bhutan made myself to visit Bhutan. .soon I'll go to Bhutan by carrying ur videos memories

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I’m scared of heights , it was amazing and scary to watch at the same time .... love your videos mark!

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OMG...that view..all I can say is Incredible.

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Thank you for this pilgrimage Mark. Best regards from Nepal.

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Thank you Mark, I've been waiting for this one , best is save for last one :) . Please don't pay attention to negative comments, only if, there is a constructive comment that will bring success & happiness in your family, love from New York

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Thank you Serin, hope you're having a great day!

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Your excitement about what you are experiencing is carried over - great presentor

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thumbs down to all negative comments , extremely impressed with these bhutan videos . please keep up the brilliant work

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Good. ..Enjoy travelling life. . Beautiful culture, best tourism place in Bhutan. Best of luck. ...Happy

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$250 per night.

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Me too

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My legs are sore from watching you hike up to the monastery! That would just about wipe me out for the rest of the day.

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I love these travel videos of yours as much as the different street food videos!

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