Location: The Basgo Homestay is located at a distance of 40 kms from Leh on Leh-Srinagar Highway and it takes about an hour to reach homestay from the Airport.
Host: The Host is a retired armyman who now spends most of his time in gardening and farming, taking care of the cattles and his old traditional house. The Basgo Palace is clearly visible from lawn and common area of the homestay.
About Homestay: Basgo village is a prominent example of centuries old heritage of Ladakh in the form of Stupas and Museums. One can enjoy the evening time walking in the village and collecting lores of ancient times.
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Location: Located around 11 kms from Leh, homestay is right in the middle of village, and you can easily locate it while on your way to Khardungla. Gangles is a small village located in the upper part of Leh Valley.
About Homestay: Gangles is an Organic Village and an important spot amongst Amchi (local doctors) for medicinal plants. Gangles hosted Ladakh’s first Ice climbing festival. Homestay is also divided in old and new building presenting the best examples of traditional and modern architecture
Host: The Host is retired from her café and has now opened her gates for guests along with her husband. She is an exceptional cook and master of oldstyle farming techniques, that is still practiced in village.
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Location: Kargiak Homestay lies on the newly constructed Zanskar-Manali Highway right before ShinkuLa. Kargiak is the first village when you descend from Shinkula. It takes around 4 hours to reach homestay crossing dirt roads on your way from Padum and around 3 hours from Darcha Sumdho after crossing ShinkuLa
About Homestay: Homestay faces the famous Gombo Ronjon Peak and situated right on the road alongside small streams. One can visit the 25 years old Solar Passive Constructed school that keeps it warm during winters and cold in summers. Kargiak one of the remotest villages of Zanskar, is home to rural Ladakhi village life that one should not miss to experience
Host: The Host runs a small confectionery shop in the beautiful village of Kargiak. Famous amongst the biker groups as it is the last village of Zanskar and first village too when you enter from Manali. Come from wherever, yak cheese made locally is a must try
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Location: Located not so far from Padum, Karsha Homestay is situated atop hill and at 11 kms from Padum and it takes 10 hours to reach from Leh if you take the road via Lingshed.
About Karsha: Famous for its Gustor (mask festival), Karsha Monastery is an ancient monastery that preserves 1000-year-old bone relics of Dorje Rinchen. One can visit the festival every year. Karsha belongs to yellow hat sect of Tibetan Buddhism
Host: The Host runs a small shop in the village. House made of mud and practicing the old farming practices, the family is now busy knowing their guests and taking them along to their daily works. Homestay is decorated oldstyle with mounted heads and haystacks.
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Location – Situated on the hills on the right of the Upshu- Nyoma highway, Kyungam is almost 120 kms from Leh, surrounded by natural landscapes.
About Kyungam: Kyungam is a beautiful village divided in different terrace levels according to the placement of houses. There is a river flowing in the middle of the village and houses are built in an old-style mud design. There are a number of famous trekking routes starting from village. One can explore the caves made under rocks in the village along with the famous 108 Stupas story.
Host: The Host along with his wife takes care of the house and farms. He is now retired from army, thus hosting guests. There are pasture land on one end of the homestay, river flowing in front and big mountains on the other end.
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Location: The Likir Homestay is 2 hours’ drive away from Leh. One has to take a detour from main highway to reach the homestay which is located in Likir Village.
About Homestay: One can sit and enjoy the spectacular view of mountains along with a cup of tea at the homestay. Likir Gompa is just 2 kms away from the homestay where you can witness the tall statue of Maitreyi Buddha and a museum that dates back to 15th Century. Explore the artisans life in his workshop and farms at this homestay
Host: The Host and his family is the only potter family left in Ladakh, practicing the years-old art of pottery. Rigzin is a keen learner and a wonderful host and is very passionate about hosting guests from different parts of the world.
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Location: Pangong Homestay is right on the banks of Pangong Lake. Lies 70 kms South-east from Leh it takes around 7 hours to reach the homestay crossing ChangLa situated at a height of 17,700ft approx.
About Maan: Maan Village itself is a mixture of old and new style houses. One can experience the lifestyle of early nomads from Changthang Region and the traditional-modern architecture. Several short hikes are available nearby homestays
Host: The Host and his wife are simple family and 3 generation living in Maan village. They have been hosting guests since 2019 and have experienced almost all the shades of travelers in all seasons. Teacher by profession and host by choice, Pangong homestay is the perfect warm escape while visiting Pangong.
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Location: The Padum Homestay is in the heart of Padum town of the Zanskar Valley. Padum Homestay is easily accessible from main town main market and It takes around 10 hours to reach Padum from Leh via Lingshed.
About Homestay: Homestay is built like a Tibetan Monastery and provide lovely views of nearby villages. The Homestay is located very close to Sani Village where you can see the Guru Rinpoche statue right in middle of Lake
Host: The Host is a homemaker trying to find a new way of adding value to her daily works. In addition to hosting guests, they are professionally handling the advance greenhouse setup and believe in eating the best of food from farms that is organically grown. The House is newly constructed and one of the better ones in Padum town.
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Location: The Phyang Homestay is 18 kms away from Leh and it takes about 40 minutes to reach center of the Phyang village where the homestay is Situated Phyang Village is in itself 16kms long.
About Homestay: Phyang Village is divided into 3 parts given the length of the village. It is famous for its 16th Century gompa and the ancient Thankas, artifacts preserved in the museum. The Old Gompa, located on a hilltop, can easily be accessed from the homestay and is a 10 min walk. The homestay is located very close to the Cosmohub where one can engage in stargazing sessions with the local ladies of the village.
Host: The Homestay is owned by Family where you can witness the 3 different generations under 1 roof. The Host is a multi-talented lady who loves hosting guests and sharing with them the stories of Phyang. Jigmet also runs a small shop in market along with hosting travelers from all over the world.
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Location: Located near the village Gompa, Sakti homestay takes 2 hours to reach from Leh covering 50 kms of distance on your way to WariLa.
About Sakti: Sakti is home to different types of Wildlife. WariLa pass is usually a less taken pass which allows travelers to witness the wildlife from close. Sakti Gompa right in the sight of homestay is another attraction that one would not like to miss
Host: Sakti is the last village before you ascend Warila on your way to Nubra. Host is a retired army honorary captain living with his wife and a cat. After having served over 30 years in Army, now after retirement the couple started hosting guests as a passion where travelers also know about their simple life in mountains.
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Location: Skurbuchan Homestay lies 160 kms west of Leh, it usually takes about 3-4 hours to reach the homestay. Take right from Khaltsi on the Kargil Batalik Region and you will reach the homestay within 1 hour.
About Homestay: Surrounded by apricot and buckwheat plantation, Skurbuchan is a green and quiet village. Aryan Valley is culturally rich area where locals are walking in their traditional attires, hair braided, flowers on head. Also famous for apricots and its products. One can explore 14th century Palace which has preserved traditional tools and artifacts in a museum.
Host: The Host is middle school teacher, adding values to students’ life. She is also a passionate cook always looking forward to learning from her guests and their different cultures they come from.
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Location: Located 10kms from the main city Leh and situated along the river Indus, one can easily reach homestay in 15 minutes from the Leh airport.
About Homestay: Spituk Homestay offers eco-stay along the banks of Indus River. 11th Century Spituk Monastery, home to over 100 of Lamas, is visible from one end of the house and one will never be disappointed by the night view of Leh city from the room.
Host: The Host is a warm and jolly lady. After retiring from her Govt. job, she now spends most of her time learning about new people and places while taking care of her family. She started hosting guests with all happy and smiling face in 2022 and the homestay is also open in Winters.
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Location: The Teri Homestay is Located 140 kms from Leh on the way to Chumathang and Nyoma. From Upshi, one has to follow the road to Chumathang and after crossing Hemiya village, one has to take a detour on the right to reach the Teri village where this beautiful homestay is situated.
About Homestay: Homestay is visible from main road and is surrounded by big mountains from all sides. Big farming land right in front of the house and a friendly neighborhood. It is easy to spot wildlife around village and the Monastery of Teri Phu village is an important pilgrim for locals.
Host: Teri Homestay is best destination for slow traveling. The host stays in their ancestral house along with his family and pets. Life in Teri is calm and peaceful. The Host is a passionate lady who wants to serve the best of her hospitality and food from her garden to her guests.
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Location: Located 19kms east of Leh, it takes around 40 minutes to reach Thiksey homestay which is located on the highway from Leh to Kharu.
About Homestay: Homestay is a 2-story building facing Thiksey Gompa on one side and Matho Monastery on the other. One can explore the remains of ancient Nyarma University and nunnery in the village along with seeking blessings through morning prayers.
Host: A simple family, occupied in their daily chores usually taking care of their greenhouse farm and pets. The Host, is a homemaker who enjoys attending guests and sharing her farm food.
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Location: The Homestay of Wanla is in the old part of Wanla Village. Located at a distance of 115 kms west of Leh, it takes about 3-4 hours to reach the Wanla Homestay.
About Homestay: Wanla is located on the way to Lingshed and Zanskar. Wanla Homestay is situated in the interiors of village in peaceful location and quiet surroundings. Wanla Gompa is said to be built in 1000AD which is now taken care by ASI. Be fascinated by the old-style buildings and houses made on the edge of a mountain which can be easily accessed from the homestay
Host: The Host is a homemaker who knew nothing except raising a family, grazing cattle and irrigating his farms. Urge of meeting new people made her start her homestay where she offers authentic Ladakhi food freshly made from farms and the stay is local yet comfortable.
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