Experiential Stays in Gangtok

Check-in time: 1:00 PMCheck out time: 11:30 AMBuilt-in 1970 and renovated in 2004, this Homestay belongs to a very old Chettri family. Surrounded by terraced farms and deep valleys, with a magnificent view of Mt. Kanchendzonga it is a perfect place for a family holiday in Sikkim. This Ethnic Nepali style abode offers a total of 4 rooms for the guests, each with attached washrooms offering the beautiful mountain and views of terraced farms jungles typical local Houses with a thinly populated village with people of mixed communities (Bhutia Lepcha. Chettri, Sharma, Rai, Kami, Damai, Pradhan Subba, etc). The stay is in a village is bounded by the free-flowing river on the lower belt and Rhododendron Sanctuary forest on the top of the village. Guests can go on a guided trek to Barsey Rhododendron Sanctuary. Nestled between the Kanchendzonga Biosphere Reserve on its north and the Singalila National Park on its South, the sanctuary has around 600 varieties of Rhododendron along with other kinds of flora. Sprawled across an area of 104 sq. km, the place is renowned for being home to Red Panda and Black Bear, the rare Himalayan species.At the stay, guests can participate in a number of activities such as explore the village with a walk, cooking with family, volunteer in farming activity, etc. Later, guests can spend the beautiful evening while enjoying a barbeque in the warmth of a bonfire with local drinks with friends or family.How to reach:The stay is around 145 km from NJP railway station and Bagdogra airport. Guests can use a shared or private taxi to reach the stay.

Check-in time: 12:00 PMCheck out time: 11:00 AMLocated on the edge of a hilltop, this homestay offers a panoramic view of the beautiful Himalayan foothill, the meandering Teesta River, and the snowy peaks of Nathula and beyond. The stay offers 3 ethnic rooms with a Machaan (watchtower) for the guests from where they can enjoy these mesmerizing views. The stay offers organic food and here guests can also pick up vegetables from the garden and give it to our kitchen for fresh salads to enjoy.The stay is surrounded by forests on one side and farmlands on the other. Guests can go on a guided village tour where a short hike would take them to Deorali Dara or the Good Vibes Wishing Point. From here guests can get a panoramic view of the river valley, the forests, and the rolling hills. Then they can head for Kaleej Khola just 2 km from the stay through the forests where guests can practice their angling skills. Local cold-water fish like Asala, Buduna, Chirkey, Bhitti are found in plenty but rare species like Goonch has also been spotted in Kalej Khola in the past.While staying here, guests can also enjoy a whole lot of other activities such as birdwatching, forest picnics, nature walk, interact with villagers, etc. Later, guests can enjoy the crackling sound of wood fire and the roasted chicken served with local drinks like Thumba under the starlit sky. The silence of the surrounding forests and the chill in the mountain wind would be there to accompany.How to reach:The homestay is located just 42 km from Gangtok and 98 km from Siliguri. Guests can reach the stay using either public or private taxis.

Check-in: 12:00 PMCheck-out: 11:00 AM Located in West Sikkim far from the crowds surrounded by the Majestic peaks of mount Kanchenjunga and the skyline of the Singelila Range, there exists a beautiful rustic heritage farmhouse that was built in the 1800s. The accommodation is simple and rustic with five wood-panelled rooms in the Tibetan style and private bathrooms with hot and cold running water. This is located at a fabulous place for gentle walks and an insight into local Buddhist culture and life in the foothills of the Himalaya. Each room is equipped with an attached bathroom and has a wooden floor, walls, and ceiling. The stay is nested in mid of the farms which consist of open mixed forest of pine, Himalayan alder, schema, etc.Stay provides a Guided Village Walk in Rinchenpong. There is a number of trails around Yangsum Farm and Rinchenpong, where hikers get to experience the rich and diverse vegetation of Sikkim. The walks are through villages, the forest along plain ridges with undulating elevation making the walks easy and less tiring. There are also walks where one can also see the unique cultivation practises and varied range of crops planted by the farmers of villages. Stroll through the streets and try some lip-smacking food with ultimate views of nature and its surrounding.Moreover, the town provides an ultimate experience to indulge in innumerable activities like Bird watching, learning Sikkimese cuisine, sightseeing tour to nearby places or Monastery tour or can even experience River rafting. Moreover, one can visit the famous Pemayangtse, the Perfect Sublime Lotus, a magnificent monastery in western Sikkim commanding one of the finest views of the Kangchendzonga range. From there one can even travel and visit Sangacholing an even older monastery than Pemayangtse. How to Reach: The stay is located 30 km from Pelling city and could be easily reached, further the Bagdogra Airport (IXB) is 124 km from the stay and Nearest Railway station NJP is 120 Km from the stay.

Check-in time: 12:00 PMCheck out time: 11:00 AMRecognized as the time-honoured traditional establishment, this heritage homestay is hidden deep in the folds of old forests and delivers the unique flavour of hospitality that offers top-notch refinement while remaining deeply rooted in Sikkimese culture and heritage. Built in 1848, the stay offers 3 private cottages, and 2 stunningly restored suites with attached washrooms, unique and distinctive old world charm blended with the sound of harmonizing trees and the smell of fresh lush gardens. Situated in the forest the stay offers for a number of activities for outdoor enthusiasts. Take a guided hike to Tarey Bhir and explore the trails. Tarey Bhir is an amazing point of attraction for people who adore natural thrill. The word ‘Bhir’ means cliff in the local Nepal language, the length is around 10,000 feet with a breathtaking viewpoint at the edge from where people can get spectacular views of the river valleys below, the lush green forest coverage, panoramic view of the confluence of the two rivers of Sikkim Teesta and Rangi. Spend some time and head back to the stay.At the stay, guests can take a walk across the fields, discover the stunning gardens, sample a glass of pure milk, witness the farmers groom vegetables, and experience the earthy clean environment. Later in the evening, guests can enjoy a delightful home-cooked meal prepared from its garden-fresh vegetables and of course with love. How to reach:The stay is around 82 km from Bagdogra airport in West Sikkim and can be reached using a private car or cab.

Check-in time: 12:00 PMCheck-out time: 12:00 PMSurrounded by silent and evergreen forests in the mountains of West Sikkim, this homestay provides a taste of unique and traditional Sikkimese life. Enjoy a unique travel experience and sleep in a traditional Bhutia, Lepcha and Subba tribal hut (Tibetan Architecture). Each cottage hut has an ensuite bathroom with hot water, a television and a double bed. It is nestled with a front lawn sitting area, where you can sit with a cup of tea and connect yourself with the roots of Buddhist life spiritually and culturally. One can visit two of the famous monastery oi the area, Palyul Dechen Gaweling Monastery and Phuntshog Ngayabling Monastery. Meet and greet monks and understand their way of living life and learn meditation. Take a walk to the nearby local farms and fruit orchards specialized in fruit wine and wild honey. The location also offers amazing experiences like Nature walks, hike to two beautiful waterfalls. The homestay also allows one to get the thrilling experience of riding a mountain bike in the green and rolling mountain valleys amidst pine forests. How to reach the stay:It is 7km from the clock tower and 32km from the airport. Public and private transport facilities are available as per customer preferences.

Check-in time - 12:00 PMCheck-out time - 11:00 AMSet at 5,100 feet above sea level and nestled in the lap of nature, the stay is located in the in 'Gyathang', a village in lower Dzongu. The property is constructed of materials all locally sourced with a minimal environmental footprint. The stay offers a bouquet of 2 room cottages with all the luxuries of a fine vacation. It offers not only a well-established infrastructure with wooden flooring, bar, BBQ facilities but provides cookouts as well. Both the cottages have one bedroom each with attached washrooms. Further, the stay offers a combined living cum dining room, sit out garden area and an outdoor fireplace too. The place offers some magnificent and jaw-dropping views of Nature around, the dense jungle groves and pristine glacial streams. Connected very well with old footpaths and footbridges, one of the best ways to explore the area is via guided walks. The Lepchas are known well for their indigenous knowledge of the land, hence taking strolls through the woods and villages dotting the landscape, offer visitors an interesting insight into the way of life and nature as it has existed for generations. Guests are provided with options on the duration and difficulty of such walks so anyone can partake in the activity. Little cook-outs for tea and snacks are arranged on the way so one can spend a good time outdoors. There are numerous waterfalls cascading down steep cliffs and natural hot springs bubbling at the various creeks and caves. One can take an experience of candle dinner on request, with the view of the valley and a beautiful setup. How to Reach: The stay is located 54.6 km from the Gangtok (Mall Road) and is well connected with all the roads. The stay can be reached by a private cab or car.

Check-in: 12:00 PMCheck-out: 11:00 AMNestled in the foothills of the mighty Himalayas, in the quaint village of Barfung, the stay provides a chance to return to our roots and experience life in a rustic, picturesque Sikkimese village without having to compromise on modern living amenities one cannot do without these days. The stay features different types of rooms each one of which has a wooden flooring and wooden ceiling, moreover rooms feature a beautiful seating area near the window with impeccable views of greenery from here.The stay provides a guided visit to the famous Buddha Park of Ravangla. This divine comeliness fenced in by the lush eco-garden and the park is almost entirely covered by tinkers. The Buddha Park of Ravangla, also known as Tathagata Tsal, and features a 130-foot high statue of the Buddha as its centrepiece. It is surrounded by the majestic Himalayas from all sides, the park offers some brilliant views of the Greater Himalaya range including Kanchenjunga, Mount Pandim, Mount Siniolch, and Mount Kabru.The town provides an ultimate experience to indulge in innumerable activities like Bird watching, learning Sikkimese cuisine, sightseeing tour to nearby places or Monastery tour or can even experience River rafting. The white waters of the Tista and the Rangit offer some good stretches of thrilling rapids. Swirling rides can be organized from Melli. Moreover, one can visit the famous Pemayangtse, the Perfect Sublime Lotus, a magnificent monastery in western Sikkim commanding one of the finest views of the Kangchendzonga range. From there one can even travel and visit Sangacholing an even older monastery than Pemayangtse. How to Reach: The stay is located 30 km from Pelling city and could be easily reached, further the Bagdogra Airport (IXB) is 124 km from the stay and Nearest Railway station NJP is 120 Km from the stay.

Check-in time: 12:00 PMCheck out time: 11:00 AMSettled amid dense greenery all over, this stay is a tribal homestay run by a local family and overlooks the valleys along with the flowing Rolep Khola (river). The tastefully built homestay hosts three wooden furnished rooms attached to the western washrooms. The stay offers all organic and homemade food to the guests.The stay is in Rolep village, a small village lying on the banks of river Rolep Khola. Guests can go on a guided village walk down the valleys in ecstasy, singing the song of divinity, blending your existence with eternity. A short village walk by the gushing river offers to get drenched with the serene natural surroundings and meet the locals as they welcome tourists to be a part of the daily life of the local villagers and taste some sumptuous local cuisines those are produced and processed naturally. Enthusiasts can also try angling some trout in the river. The Hot Stone Bath in the nearby river is also one of the famous activities to get involved at Rolep.Later, at the stay enjoy enjoy a nature walk by the river and later spend the beautiful evening by a b0nfire with barbeque.How to reach:The stay is around140 km from NJP railway station and Bagdogra airport and can be reached using hired cars.

Check-in: After 12:00 PMCheck-out: 10:00 AM-11:00 AMLocated in a small and unexplored hamlet of Darjeeling, Takdah. Takdah is full of its greenery, Oranges, organic vegetables, beautiful tea gardens colourful flowers, misty weather, birds playing their own music, mesmerizing scenarios, and a variety of natural beauties. The stay is a heritage old British Gun Shed Court Yard which was constructed like British Bungalow. some 100 years before The stay features a private hut each with one bedroom and an attached washroom. The bedroom features all the basic amenities like a comfortable and cozy bed with clean linen and a window from where air can pass. The room features an in-house fireplace that makes it warm and cosy in cold nights.The stay provides a guided visit to the most beautiful eco-park of Lamahatta. The Lamahatta Eco-park is planted in the natural beauty & peaceful environment. Experience nature walks around the rubber plantation on the stone paths and long pine trees. The eco-park has wooden & bamboo gazebos that overlook the beauty of Lamahatta that has been specially made to meditate in the serenity of nature. The Park consists of a famous sacred lake which makes it outstanding and a must-visit place near Darjeeling.Takdah is located at an altitude of about 4,000 ft and close to Darjeeling, this Hamlet is yet secretive. The site has a lot to offer like one can visit the finest tea gardens of Darjeeling which are located in Takdah. Walk and enjoy the tea gardens on rolling hills. The main tea estates in Takdah are Rungli Rungliot, Gielle, Namring, Jinglam, Poomong, and Teesta Valley estate. Takdah has a great Orchid Center spread across a vast stretch of area. It's about half a kilometre from the market area towards 6th mile. can also visit the estate factories and watch the tea processing. These Orchids are the best in Asia. Moreover, one can take a village walk and experience the local tradition around. How to Reach: The stay is located In a small Hamlet Takdah and IXB Airport is just 80 km from the stay and NJP Railway Statin is 75 km from the stay. One can easily reach by taking a private taxi or a cab.

Check-in time: FlexibleCheckout time: 12:00 PMSituated at an altitude of 1423 meters in the mountains amidst nature. The homestay offers the unique experience for the visitors to taste the local cuisine and also be able to understand the local traditions, observe the local lifestyle, participate in the celebration of festivals, rituals and other forms of cultural expression. The homestay consists of 2 wooden cottages from where you can see a spectacular view of the first fall of the sun’s rays on the mighty Mt. Kanchenjunga. It is made of a special Bamboo 'Malinggo' which is commonly found in Sikkim and has all modern amenities.Experiences offered:-Village walk: Enjoy a village walk through the herbal gardens and cardamom plantations, also, local attractions Sumni- Hwari falls, traditional Bhutia and Rai houses that have remained virtually unchanged for the last 160 years.-Birdwatching:  Along with the village walk capture all kinds of bird species found in Sikkim in the forest which is a beautiful sight for eye. -Cultural show: Gests can also enjoy a cultural show, which features Bhutia and Rai Dance and songs to the accompaniment of music played on traditional handmade instruments like Machunga and Binayoo….tap feet to the beats of madal…. or just hum the folksongs.-Traditional Food and Drinks: Taste the traditional food and drink – millet wine (tongba), wa-chi-pa, herbal pakora, traditional Rai food (Waachippa) and many other traditional items provided. The food is cooked in a very traditional way which is all tastier and healthier.-Khedi Trek: Guests can also trek to Khedi which is located at an elevation of 2803 meters, is a remote tranquil site ideal for trekking and also a historical place profuse with biodiversity ideal retreat for those who wish to enjoy and experience natural serenity.Later, Guests can enjoy a bonfire, sit around and watch the sunset on Mt. Kanchenjunga.How to reach:Homestay is situated in a village 50 min from the capital of Sikkim Gangtok. One can easily get a shared taxi or book an entire taxi to reach the village.m

Check-in time: FlexibleCheck out time: 12:00 PMSurrounded by dense Jungle and lush mountains, this stay offers beautiful views along with simple but exciting life experiences. Situated on a hill, this homestay offers 2 rooms for the guests furnished with all modern amenities. Here, wake up to hear the birds of the hills adding melody to your morning, stretch yourself across the hammock enjoying the view with a hot cup of tea.Staying at this homestay, a trek to Maenam Hill is something not to be missed by outdoor enthusiasts. Go on a guided hike to Maenam hill, which Maenam Hill is a hill situated inside the Maenam Wildlife Sanctuary in Ravangla, Sikkim. The trek starts at an altitude of 7000 feet (2133 m) from Ravangla and goes up to 10,500 feet (3200 m). The path of the trek is steep and the trek trail goes through Maenam Wildlife Sanctuary where one can spot rhododendron, oak, chestnut, and magnolia trees along with Red Panda, Himalayan Black Bears, and different varieties of deer, etc. in the sanctuary. Enjoy the breathtaking views of the Himalayas up close and do visit the monastery as well at the peak of Maenam.Guests interested in local culture can also take a tour around the village and interact with the villagers, learn about the organic farming and their culture. Enjoy typical Sikkimese food and spend the beautiful night by the bonfire under the starry night.How to reach:The stay is around 2 hours (53.8 km) drive away from Gangtok in a village. A private car.cab would be the best mode of transportation. Upon reaching the village, guests would have to walk 200 meters uphill to reach the stay.

Gangtok is a beautiful city and the capital of Sikkim. Gangtok offers the stunning panoramic views of the snow-capped Mount Kanchenjunga and valleys. The place is also famous for its food cuisine and Buddhist monasteries. If you are planning to visit this stunning place then for stay there is no better option than this homestay in Gangtok. Key highlights:- Planning for Gangtok and not sure about the stay. Book this homestay in Gangtok and forget to worry about the stay. - Homestay in Gangtok is located amidst the beautiful hills and away from the hustles of town. The homestay is surrounded by beautiful trees, flowers, hills, local residents and organic fields and offers you a luxurious stay. - The homestay in Gangtok offers you the luxury rooms. All rooms have attached bathrooms and filled with basic amenities like TV, sofa, wardrobe, side tables, writing desk, and balcony. - You can enjoy the BBQ, bonfire, bird watching, village trekking, hiking, and other activities in the homestay in Gangtok on request. - The homestay offers the eco stay. You will enjoy organic meals and organic drinks here.- You can go for a walk as the waterfalls are not too far from the homestay. Additional information:Check-in time: 12.00 pm (Day-1) Check-out time: 12.00 pm (Day-2Location: Assam Lingzey Pastanga, East SikkimHow to reach:The homestay is just 20 km far from the Gangtok main city. You can easily reach here by private vehicle. Maximum occupancy: 20 pax