We Didn’t Expect This in Bhutan! (hiking tigers nest)

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Hi, we are Stephen, Jess and little Hunter, a traveling family who spent 2020 self-converting a van before moving in full-time to drive around our home country of Australia. We have now completed our lap, said our goodbyes, and resumed full-time travel before we wait for our second baby to arrive.

[@flyingthenest]

Welcome back to our final episode in our Bhutan series!! Hope you all enjoyed exploring this incredible place with our little family ❤

[@Lhasang_93]

Tiger's nest 😍❤️

[@nikhilsonawane911]

Can you share the total cost incurred in Bhutan by your family ?

[@nazaaafar]

@flyingthenst Can you please name the places you stayed at? And does the tourist guide help to carry the toddler to tigers nest hike? Thank you

[@batblurr13]

Those boys letting hunter win their races made my heart melt ❤ This was such a phenomenal series and you both going for that hike with little children is very commendable! The best part is getting to watch Hunter learn about new cultures at such a young age, and understanding that every unique culture/custom is beautiful. I know Koa is absolutely adorable now, but I can't wait to watch him at hunter's age, gaining these experiences alongside her big sister 🥰 You should actually compile screenshots of all the amazing places you've fed him into a little collage 😆

[@willcookmakeup]

I know right. So humbling too. They literally were just running back and forth, it wasn't even a game and they had the best time. We are so involved in seeking the next best activity or game or tech, but this is a reminder that having fun doesn't have to be complicated or bougie

[@natalierice6528]

Such a spectacular country! I especially love how gentle and caring your guides are with Hunter. Thanks for taking us along to experience this country with you.

[@DolphinLearner]

You guys must feel so lucky to be able to experience this, how amazing!!!❤ I also love how playful the kids are with Hunter and Koa

[@flyingthenest]

Seriously so thankful!!

[@lisapebley6039]

What a beautiful experience!!! Thank you for sharing this with us. I just loved to watch Hunter and the children playing. Even though there was a language barrier the children didn’t notice it was absolutely beautiful to watch. Just warmed my heart. Blessings from Oklahoma 🇺🇸

[@Popo_thvjk]

I really understand why Bhutan is the happiest country now

[@flyingthenest]

Us too!!

[@mama__eden8813]

Yes indeed we are happy here in Bhutan 🇧🇹

[@addiebug]

Bhutan is absolutely spectacular. I love how great your guides are with your children. Seeing Hunter interacting with all the children was so special.

[@madselizabeth]

The little boys falling to the ground while racing Hunter omg how cuuuuuute, so sweet!

[@vanessavanderkramer6588]

Hi Stephen, Jess, Hunter and Koa, the Bhutanese series is truly stunning. Seeing all of these traditions is so special as I’ve never seen them before and seeing the Tigers Nest so close up is amazing even if out of respect for Buddha, filming inside temples is not permitted. The people are so lovely and the driver and his family seem such kind people. Hunter enjoying playing with children in so many places is such a joy to watch. The children are so sweet. I’m sorry that this series is over. I really love it! Can’t wait for your next series! ❤

[@jennifersondej5551]

Hi Stephen, Jess, Hunter, & Kia and to all the families, students, friends, Bhutanese. This series is so stunning and the scenery is Absolutely Stunning. Your driver and families you have met are amazing. Hunter is learning so many things and trying food that most kids would not eat she does. Stephen & Jess you are two amazing parents and traveling with two young kids is hard and you make it look so easy. I loved Hunter wanted to get the kids something and running and playing with them eating too. The family you stayed with are very sweet and your driver so helpful with the kids. Can’t wait to see where we are going next. Thank you for sharing everything you have learned on this trip. PRICELESS MOMENTS turn into MEMORIES THAT WILL LAST A LIFETIME.❤❤❤❤

[@eunicechidovi2290]

It koa not trying to be mean

[@lieuwina]

Those children with Hunter and running races was lovely to see, no barrier there. A beautiful episode and thank you for sharing and your driver was a very nice person and his family.

[@ladykiwi_nz4102]

Hunter playing with the local children in Bhutan....... absolutely Priceless ❤️ what a treasure. Do you realise how much you are shaping her life. Truly, your children are going to grow into well adjusted and very compassionate and loving Young people 😘 I have no doubt whatsoever X happy journey beautiful Parry -Valentine family....

[@mariamjehn7071]

What a wonderful country!! It’s so beautiful and the people seem so kind and love ❤️ life!! What an exciting experience for Hunter!! She is the age that memories begin and I’m sure she will never forget.. 😊You are fantastic parents..❤❤❤❤

[@nataliegilks3112]

Absolutely stunning!! What an extraodinary country to explore. I love that it's untouched and has pure beauty!! Such wonderful hospitality too. ❤❤

[@MinaMinarin]

What a stunning country! So beautiful ❤ Love Hunter's "Baby Koa is awake!" :D

[@flyingthenest]

😂😂 we told her to let us know and she understood the assignment

[@clairefrances2746]

This has been my absolute favourite series to watch!! Thank you so much for taking us along - Bhutan looks magic. And how incredible that your beautiful children get to experience this!

[@englishrose4388]

Tiger's Nest was incredible. Loved your Bhutan series.

[@martinalemmerhofer6937]

You guys have taken us to many beautiful places,lots off adventures, breathtaking views, lovely people. I do feel Buthan is in many ways my favorite. Thank you so much for taking us there to see the beautiful places and meet such lovely people. How many amazing things are there in Buthan? LOTS!!!! 😂 Much Love! ❤

[@tashitobgay734]

You are most welcome to explore yourself 😊

[@LakeyLakey-m7c]

It is an absolutely wonderful and nicely packaged travelogue. With so many Bhutanese holding Australia extremely close and dear to their hearts for various and obvious reasons, it gives one great pleasure and a sense of immense satisfaction that you all have had such a wonderful time in our country. The scenes and interactions in all three episodes are heart-warming, and your daughter is an absolute charmer; and Stephen's narrations are all-out engaging; Good on you, mate, 😊👍Safe trip back, and Cheers!

[@Denelle18]

By far my most favorite episode! Thank you for sharing this with us. You are incredible parents to Hunter and Koa. Bhutan is such a very lovely place with kind and generous people. I will never forget Estie too! He is the best! 😂❤ Have safe travels to you all!

[@Milamslayz]

Aww thank you!!!

[@tenzo_san]

In Bhutan 🇧🇹, every house has a room dedicated to God(triple Gem). Bhutan is more closely related Tibet and we Bhutanese consider Tibetan as our brother and Sister.

[@karmax357]

Thanks for visiting Bhutan 🇧🇹. We wish you all the best in your journey of discovering the world and we hope to see you back in Bhutan in near future. 👋

[@bronwynquinn4477]

How utterly beautiful! I have loved loved this series! You will look back on this in years to come..and have so many beautiful memories! Thank you from the bottom of my heart for taking us all along with you and your beautiful children! I loved the way, the Bhutanese looked after you, esp the kids! Magic !!!!!

[@sharonwheeler2786]

I went to Bhutan in 2006. It's become so developed since then! It was great fun to recognize the places that I'd seen back then.

[@joy_yt99]

Hunter is such a sweet kid! You guys are doing an amazing job. Love seeing her little curious face :)

[@heatherrowles9930]

Well guys that was about as far removed from Perth as you can get!! What a fantastic place to be able to experience and what an amazing learning experience for Hunter. Thanks as always for taking us along for the ride.

[@emlizw1]

Service is the sweetest lesson of all in life. Hunter handing out candy that mummy and daddy bought for those adorable children I bet made those kids day!! That is such a great idea Stephen and Jess!! What a great activity for Hunter! She fit right in, in that school. That was so fun watching that!!

[@cabesodo]

u guys make me want to travel again…had a pause from traveling due to depression..but your Bhutan series gives me a kick to travel again..thank you for wonderful series ❤ by the way when i saw you Egypt trip with On the Go tours, i also booked the same trip..again thank you for wonderful vlogs ❤

[@zozyb1]

This is your best ever video, i especially enjoyed seeing the beautiful surroundings and how happy and confident Hunter is. The food looks incredible!

[@amystaahs2118]

Bhutan looks absolutely gorgeous and so peaceful! I loved the Bhutan series you posted!

[@denisecafferky2248]

Hunter running around with the schoolchildren was beautiful x

[@cristabirney8080]

This has been my favorite travel yet. I am obsessed with India and didn't think anything could top watching you travel there, but this is simply beautiful. Simply amazing. Thank you for sharing this beautiful place with us!

[@wangchukster]

thanks for visiting our country.... and showing all the beautiful part. Visit again with more friends and family

[@valeriederrick2352]

❤❤❤ Loved this series! The people of Bhutan are so lovely and kind and the countryside is breathtaking! Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful adventure there.

[@flyingthenest]

Aww thanks so much for coming along for the journey!’

[@KellyCoetzee-k4c]

Probably my favourite series yet!!! So wish I had the opportunity to travel to Bhutan! Love seeing your little family travel...thanks for the amazing videos, Stephen and Jess!

[@angelicam4781]

Bhutan looks absolutely breathtaking! It must have been so hard to leave.

[@sonam_choki]

My first visit to Tiger’s nest was when I was a year old, I mean I don’t remember it but apparently my father carried me all the way up there. It was 19 years ago and the track wasn’t as comfy as it is now. It’s beautiful though and I’m enjoying the vlogs

[@irenevisser-berends2563]

Stephen and Jess whereever you go it is always a pleasure to look the video. This Bhutan serie was incredible. I watch them with pleasure and more times. I am curious what is next. Also i like to know how was the book session in London on 16 September. YesI. I follow you every week. So nice with Hunter (01.06.2020) and Koa (23.03.2023). How they grow up so quickly. Go further with this work. You make me happy every week. Take care Irene Berends ❤

[@kinleyah]

omg I have been waiting so long for this video. This video is filled with so much warmth and emotions that I can't help but cry. 💕 And it's so cute how the little kids purposefully fell so that Hunter can be first. How I miss my country 😭. This will be favourite video of all time. 🫶❤️

[@underwriter53]

There are no words! This is just so special! 😢👍🥰

[@dayalthapa8772]

Thank you for visiting Bhutan 🇧🇹. Love hunter and family

[@jameshaddan8538]

Amazing video. I’ve setting up a trip with Breathe Bhutan for October 2024, am really looking forward to it…so it’s nice to see your experiences with them in Bhutan.

[@StephBeTravelBreak]

What an incredible adventure!

[@cvbnmqwas]

I’m feeling sepanx for bestie esty! I’m sure Hunter’s gonna miss him. Oh and it’s so nice of you guys to give those students some treats

[@hashtagketa]

Having watched your Bhutan series since day one, it's kindof emotional for us as well to see you and your family leaving. Hopefully Hunter & her brother will visit us again one day! Safe trip to your next destination! Kadrinchay for visiting Bhutan la!

[@chelseadavis6913]

Incredible series in a country that I feel, here in the states, is not well known; inspired to visit ourselves! Hopefully we can fit in Bhutan when we spend a year abroad with our little girls! You continue to not only inspire our family, but also give us the courage to press on with travel and push what we 'think' are our limits.

[@carjacklane3930]

😊beautiful parents raising your munchkins, living the dream experiencing all you can toether.. inspirational. Fantastic vids. Thanks, from a vic aussie👍

[@toobydude41]

Another series that will leave an indelible impression. Thanks to you, and the amazingly wonderful people of this stunning little country, what a delightful revelation this has been. Landing at one of the so called world's trickiest airports seemed like ages ago. And being welcomed by such incredibly kind people, I suppose it makes one forget about any nervous travel experience . Not long before you feel at home. That's sure what I feel from you. About those blessing flags...and what a sweet idea...they could represent this channel as well. Since we feel blessed from every episode you share with us.

[@JohnandCaraRetiredTravellers]

Hunter is well advanced due to your travels…not sure how many children her age have had sushi. Beautiful video guys amazing hike. Thank you for bringing us along. ~Cara 😊

[@gwynethglas-brown9171]

StevenJesse Hunter & baby koa what an awesome wonderful series from Bhutan🥰 Its been absolutely joy and very interesting to watch and learn. A lot more about this country and their Most lovely very Friendly people 💕. The Clip of Hunter using your tripod stand as a microphone to sing 😍 just adorable 🥰 . Thank you so much for taking us a long on this most memorable journey of a life time ❤❤ Take care safe travels 🥰

[@christinesekho]

I've been waiting in anticipation for this video! But their videos are always well worth the wait 😊

[@charleneburcham5078]

Absolutely beautiful! Thoroughly enjoyed this series. You have opened my eyes to a place that I want to experience in my life adding to my bucket list

[@flyingthenest]

Aww seriously hope you can in the future!!

[@sangeetagurung7573]

Thank you for visiting our Country❤ Good luck and many destination to go. ❤ from Bhutan

[@joelleurack8590]

So beautiful and full of joy and magnificent scenery’ ❤️😊

[@tereasia]

So good for the kids to experience so much beauty and new people! ❤

[@suemcgrew-w5w]

Wow Hunter talks sooo much and Koa is getting so big💖 sending love from perth!

[@flyingthenest]

I know she’s quite the chatterbox 😂🫣

[@suemcgrew-w5w]

@@flyingthenest yeah she has quite a intensive vocab for such a young age.

[@evamosbauer2865]

These are what memories are made of, to cherish for an eternity life is full of blessings, safe travel to a beautiful family much love from little me in Melbourne xoxo

[@kenandcoreen7179]

Brilliant series! Love watching you take your sweet family to places most people would never even think of going, and you guys do it with 2 little ones. So well done! - Coreen

[@SickSea]

Your family and lifestyle make my heart soar. I’m so happy for you and can only dream I’ll get to experience a little slice of this one day when I have kids of my own ❤️

[@irisduba4117]

This was such a beautiful last episode of an amazing series! Felt emotional watching it!

[@jimmydorjee3940]

Thank you guys, ❤️ from Bhutan 🇧🇹...

[@RoseJay-e3p]

Never leaving Australia and thanks to your little family We still feel like we can travel. Love the fact you do all different adventures and boy do Hunter and Koa are the best kids to travel with. I've never seen bubba even cry. They are both so cruzy like you guys are. Would love for you to tell how much places are like the homestay. You always get so much out of each place - hospitality beyond and even people to carry kids.Can anyone do that? Safe Travels 🙏

[@cagutierres]

Wowwwww! Amazing vlog ❤ Such an incredible and magical place. Thank you for sharing with us! Made my day

[@tiinah-b2326]

That was absolutely beautiful. I love how you embrace every part of your visits: the local food, people and dress. What amazing experiences and what a way for Hunter to learn about the world.

[@melissa53]

The final episode was so nice!! Wonderful that you all made it up to the Tiger’s Nest! Had been curious if that was going to be possible with the little ones.

[@marthat4258]

What a great series! I loved every minute of it.

[@flyingthenest]

So glad you enjoyed it!!

[@lynnecollins3284]

What an amazing place. You filmed it so well. Most enjoyable thank you❤❤

[@georgebruce112]

I’ve really enjoyed your videos. I did pretty much the same itinerary in April with Breathe Bhutan. Sonam was our guide.

[@mr.peterkkafley5294]

It's emotional to watch my country and my workstation, Paro, from your perspective. I am at Perth, Australia and watching your Bhutan series made me miss my country and home even more. Thank you for visiting

[@pinkykit4717]

Thank you for showcasing Bhutan in the most incredible manner throughout the video. I fell in love with my own country more after watching this. Yoh have a beautiful family and your daughter is adorable 🙂

[@LhaWang14]

Thank you for visiting our country. Love from Bhutan ❤

[@rebeccalomax8861]

Beautiful… such a blessing to be able to go and take your children to so many wonderful places. I hope you make something out of all the wrap/scarves you received like wall hangings or blankets for each of you.

[@janesmith761]

Ah absolutely brilliant series. Sad it’s ending! Yet again another brilliant video. Loved the part with Hunter and Steve being silly and the editing too 🤣

[@Panda_ZayDen]

You both have made my day. Seeing you both enjoy what my country has to offer and especially visiting school and all, it just reminded me of my home, Bhutan. It was so wonderful to watch 😊❤

[@TheRashidies]

Hey, so glad I found your channel as a fellow Aussie. We have four kids and are desperate to travel with them. We recently did a road trip from Brisbane down to Canberra and it was priceless to make memories as a family. Thank you for encouraging and inspiring all of us to get out and see the beauty in all places around the world!

[@erikagholston6610]

I loved watching this video. The views were serene, and the people were so friendly.

[@zaraellen3733]

Your videos always bring a smile to my face 😊 little hunter handing out the lollies was so cute she was so happy, and what a amazing school 🏫

[@chimidem5420]

Miss my country… thank you for such a amazing video.watching my country it just moist my eyes😢❤❤❤

[@rebeccarendle3706]

So lucky. What a beautiful and special trip and experiences. Thanks for sharing. It is a place that very few will ever experience. From you link, it seems this country is only accessible to the rich! Especially when you have to pay 200-300 US dollars per day, per person (on top of your travel costs, which include flight's, a personal guide, visa, accommodation, transport, food, etc) just for being there!... crazy prices.

[@flyingthenest]

I know right? We agree too and the local tour companies agree too! Before 2020 (pandemic) it was $65USD a day and it included your visa, hotel, guide, food and driver. Post pandemic the government is charging $200 a day and include nothing, which is crazy. I think the tour companies petitioned (because they would probably be losing customers in the thousands) so it’s now $100 a day for the next 5 years but still you need to pay on top of that for your guide and stuff which probably works out to be around $250 a day in total to include it all.

[@sparklepea]

Amazing outstanding extraordinary magical epic - best travel series I’ve ever watched

[@twinkhel]

Amazed by how much Hunter have a hands on experience about the world! ❤❤❤Love your channel 🥰

[@vealtzioncliff]

Awe those kids are beautiful!!!!! May the journey you and your family continue to walk and travel be as curious as a cat, but don't get lost!!!! Lol

[@karenparker7216]

What an epic experience for you guys and especially Hunter!

[@flyingthenest]

Thank you!!

[@Min-Jang]

Watching from Punakha Bhutan...new subcriber here...love your videos la ❤❤❤

[@lisgurung2666]

Bhutan is my home country and though I have been to Paro several times, I never got the chance to visit the Taktsang monestry. Now that I live abroad, I felt nostalgic watching your vidoes. Nevertheless I hope you guys had a great time in Bhutan. ❤

[@flyingthenest]

Aww I hope when you visit you can go climb there so worth it

[@MariaFrancaSerrau]

I am deeply moved and in awe about Bhutan, the people, the nature and your respect for all aspects of their culture! Definitely this is your best series ever. Koa is so cute and Hunter is so funny and beautiful (inside and outside as well as you two).

[@busydadscooking001]

I've walked on the creaking beams of the Hanging Temple in Shanxi, and hiked up the three hours of steps of Mount Hua near Xi'an in China. I'm not some adventurer, just a guy who was dumb enough as a kid to go for mountain walks on his vacation where the ticket was bundled with a life insurance policy. So I enjoyed your video :D

[@cynthianeo3619]

Beautiful! Love how you guys explore around the world with the kids. Its amazing how you guys cope with all the filming, planning, taking care of the kids and many more things that are behind the scenes. Hopefully I can gain more confidence from watching your videos to start travelling around with my child (who is just 2 days younger than KOA) :)

[@kinleynamgaywangchuk6115]

Thank you for visiting our country❤ sad it’s the end of this series😢

[@ingridneugebauer7562]

Absolutely beautiful.. and so special. Thank you 🙏 🩵🩵💕💕

[@totebagbarista]

It's been a long time since I've loved a family vlog channel so much!

[@lorenzogoesto]

Wonderful video, guys!!! 🤩🤩🤩

[@flyingthenest]

Thank you 🤗

[@ExploreWithSonamJerry]

Really beautiful capture vlog

[@2atthirtytwo]

Wow this looks incredible! Such lovely people as well! ❤

[@gyatsho6748]

Hi…Im from Bhutan(Paro) hope you guys enjoy your tour in Bhutan…Hope you too see you guys back in Bhutan…Wish you guys a wonderful life ahead 😊

[@douaifiafatmafatma5819]

Had such a Bad day AT work My husband's face and your vidéo gave me some happiness

[@bht_69]

Bhutan is always awesome 🎉

[@lisirchin]

So cuteee the kids with hunter😬❤❤❤

[@TravelwithLizzie]

This has always been on my bucket list! Hope I'm lucky enough one day that I get the chance to visit too 🖤

[@amandalondon2537]

What an opportunity! Thank you for sharing

[@badtastetoast585]

You guys all look so good in the traditional clothes!! 🤩