Homestay Destinations
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4 Valleys
40 Villages
210 Homes
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Our homestays offer a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the rich culture and traditions of Ladakh. Experience the warmth of local hospitality and enjoy traditional Ladakhi meals prepared with love and care.
Sham Valley
Sham is a picturesque valley along the Indus River in the western part of Ladakh with several significant monasteries such at Lamayuru, Liker and the UNESCO recognized 1000-year-old Alchi monastery. The Sham Valley is home to the culturally rich Brokpa tribe, believed to be the descendants of Alexander the Great’s Army. One is greeted by the apricot blooms in spring. You have a chance to spot the snow leopard, Asiatic ibex and the endemic Ladakh urial, the smallest wild sheep in the world. SLC-IT has homestay facilities in several villages including Tarutse, Saspotsey, Ulley, Yangthang, Hemis-Shukpachan, Tia, Temisgam, Ang, Skindiyang, Mangyu, Wanla and Hanupata
Changthang Plateau
Changthang is a vast high-altitude region located on the Tibetan Plateau, home to many nomadic communities who rely on herding flocks of goats and yaks for their livelihood. The region is famous for producing high-quality pashmina wool. The area boasts pristine lakes like Tsomoriri and Pangong and diverse wildlife including wild kiangs, Tibetan gazelles, wild yaks, black necked crane, geese and Eurasian eagle owl. It offers unspoiled view of the night sky, free from light pollution. Visitors to Changthang can enjoy the breathtaking beauty of the stars, planets and the constellations, and experience the wonders of the universe in a way that is increasingly rare in our modern world. How to get here: Public bus service to Hanle commutes on sat and wed from Leh can be availed from new bus stand or hire a taxi
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Zanskar is the most isolated and inaccessible valley in Ladakh. This mystic region remains cut off from the rest of Ladakh and the world for almost six months of the year, although the road connectivity is being improved. It has a unique flora and fauna that are adapted to the high altitude and extremely cold environment. Snow leopard and brown bear are the cynosures of all eyes. Zanskar is also known for exquisite monasteries, snow-capped peaks and stunning vistas. Majority of the people in the valley follow Buddhism, and in fact it is the spiritual hub of Ladakh. It is bounded on the north by the Ladakh range and the main Himalayan crest on the south. It receives relatively high precipitation mostly in the form of snow in winter. People rear a variety of livestock including yak, horses, cows, sheep and goats. Zanskar is famous for its butter and dried cheese called Chhurpe. Most of our homestays are located in the Sham (Zanskar) and Lungnak areas.
Zanskar Valley
Nubra Valley
Nubra valley is a beautiful valley surrounded by Karakoram ranges to the north. The valley is steeped in history and was once treaded by caravans from silk route that connected the trade between India and Central Asia. Today it shares a border with Pakistan and a popular destination for tourist seeking a unique cultural experience. The Himalayan homestays in Turtuk and Staksha offer the better of two valleys in Nubra. One of the highlights of Nubra is the stunning sand dunes, which are home to the rare Bactrian camel. The valley is also known for its unique flora and fauna, including, seabuckthorn bushes, elm trees, elusive lynx, cape hare and Nubra pika. The Siachen glacier, the world highest battle ground and the Khardungla pass, one of the world’s highest mototable roads, provides a stunning view of the landscape. How to get here: Public bus service is available towards Staksha thrice a week from new bus stand in Leh while shared taxi is available to Turtuk and Staksha from polo ground in Leh.
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