Idyllic Boutique Homestay, Tabo-Spiti

Idyllic Boutique Homestay – Tabo

Tabo is a small village situated on the banks of Spiti River 48km from Kaza. It is the second largest town of Spiti. Tabo is known for old monastic complex that preserves many old paintings and frescos dating back to the 11th century. Apart from its natural beauty and the monastery, it is also known for the caves in the surrounding hills which until some time ago were used by the locals as residential quarters. It is a good base for trip to Dhankar, Lha-Lun and the Pin Valley.

It is newly constructed house at a distance of 50 meter from old Monastery. The architecture is good mix of traditional and modern. There are 6 rooms, 4 Classic Room on the ground floor and 2 Superior Room on the first. All rooms have attached bathroom with all modern facilities. There is a traditional dining space that can accommodate 18 people. There is a beautiful garden in the front. Bike can come till the home and other vehicles till the monastery parking.

Location: 50 meters from Tabo Monastery
Number of Rooms – 6; Total Capacity – 18
Classic Room- 4 ; Superior room- 2

Tariff

Classic Room: 3200/-

Extra Person: 1500/-

Superior Room: 3700/-
Extra Person: 1600
Complimentary: Breakfast

Note: These tariffs do not apply during festivals and holidays

Child Policy
Upto 6 years: Complimentary (no extra bed)
7-12 years.: 50% (with extra bed )

What you pay for a homestay, brings a direct socio-economic benefit to locals. Be proud by not asking for a discount.

Facilities

Open Sitting Area • Attached Bathroom • Running Hot Water •  Toiletries • In-House Café • Pick and Drop Service (paid)

Food

Sonam has his own café where he serves all types of food. You may have Tsampa, Porridge, Parantha with curd or tea, Tibetan Bread with butter or jam and Omelet for breakfast. Dinner can be Momos, local Pasta, Indian, Spitian, Italian or Israeli Food or whatever you like from the menu. If you like sweet, try Tsampa Cake, Banana Toffee, Custard or Chocolate Tsampa Ball.

Activities

Star Gazing • Book Reading • Village Walk • Trek to Caves (500 mtr) • Walk to Spiti River • Trek to Dupuk Temple from Lari village (2.5 km)

Points of Interest

Tabo Monastery Complex • Caves • Rock Carving • Fruit & Vegetable Research Centre • Spiti Valley Bridge

Excursion

Dhankar (31km) • Attargo Bridge (31km) • Lara Khas (36km) • Kaza (48km) • Rangrik (55km) • Langza (63km) • Nako (63km) • Chicham (70km)

Know your Host

Sonam, who will host you, is a native of Tabo and knows the area really well. He is a well-educated tour guide and trekker by profession and is involved in many social activities for the betterment of the area. He helps to run a school, supports local handicraft and helps keep Tabo clean

You may like to check more Homestays in Spiti Valley.