Ukhimath Homestay-Guptkashi

Ukhimath

Ukhimath is known as winter abode of the Lord Kedarnath and Madhyamaheshwar (second Kedar) when they are brought here from their respective temples. According to Hindu mythology, wedding of Usha (Daughter of Vanasur) and Anirudh (Grandson of Lord Krishna) was solemnized here. By name of Usha this place was named as Ushamath, now known as Ukhimath, its located 182 km north-east of yoga city Rishikesh. Ukhimath is a base for visiting Madhmaheshwar (Second kedar), Tungnath (Third kedar) and Deoria Tal (a natural fresh water lake) and many other picturesque places.

This 60 year old traditional Pahadi house was built by Sh. Jagan Nath Singh, a Brahmin who remained associated with Kedarnath temple all his life. It’s located in Kimana, a small village enroute mini Switzerland of Garhwal, Chopta (17 km) Nestled in dense forests of Oaks, Rhododendron, Myrica, Pyrus etc., it is recently renovated by his grandson Kailash Puspwan. It is located 10 minutes walk up from the village on the old trek route to the famed Deoria Tal and Kedarnath. It’s a perfect base for trekking and adventure activities to nearby places in Himalayas.

It has 2 sets of 4 bedded room on the first floor, kitchen and dining on the ground floor and two toilets.

Tariff

Classic Room: 3000/-
Extra Person: 1200/-

Complimentary: Breakfast, Dinner, Morning and Evening Tea

Note: These tariffs do not apply during festivals and holidays

Child Policy
Upto 6 years: Complimentary (No Extra Bed)
7-12 years.: 50% (Extra bed provided)

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

Facilities

Small Library • Power Back up • Hot Water • Seating Areas 

Food

Kailash serves delicious fresh and healthy local and north Indian vegetarian food. There is a variety of Paratha with Chhole, Alu Poori, local pickle, seasonal organic vegetable, local pulses, and traditional Garhwali food. Don’t forget to ask for pahadi special sweet dish Zhangora Khir after dinner. 

Activities

Trekking • Jungle Walk • Bird Watching • Village Walk • Horse Riding • Farming • Reading

Points of Interest

Bholeshwar Temple • Omkareswer Temple, Ukhimath

Excursions

Vishwanath Temple Guptkashi (15 km) • Kalimath (15 km) • Deoriya Tal (15km) • Chopta (17km) • Tungnath (23km) • Chandrasila (24.5 km) • (Ukhimath (29 km) • Rakeshawri Temple (Chandramaa) (30 km) • Rudraprayag (44 km) • Madhymaheswer Temple (45 km) • Triyuginarayan (Wedding place of Shiva and Parvati) (52 km) • Kedarnath (60 km)

Know your Host

Dr Kailash Puspwan has done Phd in Botany and is an avid nature lover and conservationist. His aim is to educate and motivate rural youth and women for environment conservation and generate employment opportunities through farm and non-farms activities. He loves to share his knowledge about important medicinal herbs, shrubs and plants. He is a good guide and a cook who along with his wife Preeti and family takes care of the home and the guests. 

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