Tiger's Nest Monastery, Bhutan
What to see at Tiger's Nest Monastery and how to fit it into a Bhutan trip.
Quick answer
Paro Taktsang — a 17th-century monastery perched on a 900m cliff face, one of the world's most dramatic sacred sites.
Best season for Bhutan: March–May; September–November. Recommended trip length: 5–8 Days.
About Tiger's Nest Monastery
Paro Taktsang — a 17th-century monastery perched on a 900m cliff face, one of the world's most dramatic sacred sites.
Tiger's Nest Monastery is one of 14 places we cover in Bhutan, and falls on day 2 of our 5-day Bhutan plan. A 5-day Bhutan trip from Mumbai costs about ₹85,000 per person at budget stays with return flights.
More places to visit in Bhutan
- Tiger's Nest
- Punakha Dzong
- Dochula Pass
- Paro Dzong
- Punakha Valley
- Thimphu Weekend Market
- Phobjikha Valley
- Snowman Trek
Questions about Tiger's Nest Monastery
What is Tiger's Nest Monastery?
Paro Taktsang — a 17th-century monastery perched on a 900m cliff face, one of the world's most dramatic sacred sites.
When is the best time to visit Tiger's Nest Monastery?
Bhutan's best season is March–May; September–November, which is the best window for Tiger's Nest Monastery too.
How many days do I need in Bhutan to include Tiger's Nest Monastery?
Trripah recommends 5–8 Days for Bhutan. Tiger's Nest Monastery fits into a normal itinerary without extra days.
Can Trripah include Tiger's Nest Monastery in a Bhutan package?
Yes. Tell us your dates and group and we add Tiger's Nest Monastery to a Bhutan plan with flights, hotels and transfers, usually within 24 hours.