Ektara Echo Homestay-Narendra Nagar

Ektara Echo Homestay-Narendra Nagar

The Homestay is located near Kunjapuri temple (28km above Rishikesh) on the mountains above Rishikesh in the Himalayas. It’s ideal for people who want to live peaceful mountain life for some days in the company of musicians and art lovers. Staying here with peaceful surroundings is like a therapy to the soul.

There are 4 rooms with a quaint charm. Each room has its own underlying theme of an authentic village home, carefully decorated with small artefacts. It’s absolute blessing waking up to the sunrise behind the hills, birds’ chirping and gentle breeze. You can practice yoga and meditation with a breathtaking view, with absolutely no one to disturb. Hosts have all kinds of musical instruments that you are free to play. The sound of ektara on the cliff sounds a lot sweeter when played by them. There are many trails and small hike around the homestay with a view of the snow caped mountains in winters. Walk in the jungle, bird watching, hikes and treks, jamming sessions is what makes this place unique and a perfect getaway.

Please note that only Jio network works properly in the area. However the host has a broadband connection with good WiFi speed.

Location- Devaldhar village, Narender Nagar.
No. of Rooms – 4, Total Capacity- 12

How to Reach

To reach the homestay you have to come till Devaldhar village. You can come either by air, train, bus, Taxi or come by your own vehicle. Rishikesh is the nearest railway station that is 27 kms from the homestay and Jolly Grant airport is 33 kms. There is safe free parking space available from where the homestay is hike up for around 700 mtr. You need to make efforts to reach the place, and it is worth it!

Tariff

Per Person: 450/-
Complimentary: Open Kitchen for self cooking, WiFi

Note: This tariff does not apply during festivals and holidays.

Child Policy
Up to 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

Internet • Parking • Open Seating Areas • Pet Friendly • Library • Bonfire • Pickup and Drop (paid) • Doctor on Call

Food

Local pahadi vegetarian food is served that includes different varieties of dal, seasonal vegetables, rice and roti etc. The ingredients are organically grown at home. It includes breakfast, lunch, dinner and tea. The guests can also bring their own grocery and prepare their own food in an open kitchen.

Activities

Hiking • Bird Watching • Reading • Star Gazing • Village Walk • Forest Walk • Yoga & Meditation

Local attractions

Kunjapuri ancient temple (9km) • Neer Waterfall (12km) • Narendra Nagar (11km) • Rishikesh evening arti (26km)

Excursions

Ram Jhoola (26km) • Triveni Ghat (28km) • Rajaji Tiger Reserve (32km) • Laxman Jhoola (36km) • Parmarth Niketan (38km) • Neekantha Mahadeva Temple (38km) • Byasi (54km) • Haridwar (56km) • Dehradun (56km) • Chamba (64km) • Devprayag (92km)

Know your host

Prerna Pundora is a part time musician and also a tour guide working with an Australian travel company. She loves cooking and singing. She is also a certified Yoga teacher and loves to start her mornings with meditation and some music practice.

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