Yuksom Homestay-West Sikkim

Yuksom Homestay

Charming and still unspoiled, Yuksom is the first capital of Sikkim, founded by three great Lamas in 1642 AD. The name literally means, “Meeting place of three monks”. It is the place where Phuntsog Namgyal, the first Chogyal (religious king) was crowned. The coronation throne and the oldest monastery of Sikkim, Dubdi Monastery is still well preserved. Being at the head of the Khangchendzonga National Park (5840 ft.) and as the base camp for trekking to Gochala and Dzongri, it has large influx of mountaineers from all over the world. People here are serious stake holders in biodiversity preservation and eco-tourism. Yuksom is thus considered a model village.

If you are looking for a real rustic homestay with a village feel in Sikkim, this hidden place is a heaven. Ensconced just outside the village, at the foothills, it’s a very peaceful place. Having its own vegetable garden and trees like Poplar, Rhododendron and Arboretum around, it is full of greenery. There are three guest rooms, all comes with running hot and cold water and attached toilet. Rooms are spacious and very clean with beautiful garden outside which remain full of flowers whole year. 

Location: 1 km from Yuksom village.
No. of Rooms : 3; Total Capacity: 9

How to Reach

Pakyong Airport is the nearest airport located at 119km The airport is well connected to some of the major cities of the country by regular flights. From the airport, you can hire a private taxi to reach Yuksom.By road first come to Gangtok and then from there drive down to Yuksom.

Tariff

Classic Room: 2550/-

Extra Person: 1200/-

Complimentary:  Breakfast, Dinner, Morning & 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

Parking • Laundry • Hot Water • Attached Bathroom • Garden 

Food

Chungda offers homemade Sikkimese organic food. Breakfast as per guest choice like Alu Paratha, Sikkimese style Potato Roll, Sandwich, Butter Toast, Bread Omelet, Puri Aludum, Pancake etc. Dinner would be a mix of local food and North Indian food. Non-veg food can be served on request. You may ask for Chhang (local wine) also.

Activities

Trek to Khechopalri Lake (8km) • Bird Watching • Village Walk • Reading • Farming

Point of Attraction

Norbugang (cornation throne) • Dubdi Monastery • Kartok Monastery & Lake • Kanchenzonga Waterfalls • Famrong Waterfalls

Excursion

Khecheopalri (8km) • Tashiding (19km) • Pelling (27km)

Know your Host

Sherpa Chungda is a trekking and bird watching guide by profession. He loves travelling, meeting people, sharing local folk stories, cooking and farming.

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