Organic farming at high altitude!
Organic farming at high altitude!
Experience the lifestyle of a farmer in high altitude cold desert of Ladakh
Why this experience is unique?
In the extreme north of India, where people live in high altitude cold desert, have developed their own ways of farming. In a small window of 2-3 months, they grow the crops sufficient for the entire year and they do it successfully using traditional organic farming techniques. They grow their staple such as Barley, Potatoes, Peas, and store it using unique local methods. The village infrastructure, local food, and lifestyle have been developed in a certain way to cope up with the harsh climate and terrain. They grow their organic food, store it for a year, and happily share it amongst each other and guests.
Participate in traditional farming practices and spend days eating local healthy organic food. Closely see how does sustainable living really looks like.
We will pick you up from the Leh airport and transfer you to your eco-friendly homestay at Thiksey (11,500ft). You will be resting today and acclimatizing yourself to the High-Altitude environment amidst the picturesque Himalayan landscape. This day is called the Acclimatization day and is required to adjust your body to the low oxygen levels at high altitude.
Before we step into the villages of Ladakh we would acquaint ourselves with the Ladakhi culture, heritage, and lifestyle. As per your choice, you can pick local places to visit. Hall of Fame, Shanti Stupa, Leh Palace, Central Asian Museum, Tsemo Castle – these are the places we recommend you to visit. Come back after spending a day doing sightseeing and rest in the same homestay.
Kyungyam Village is located in the Rong Valley, 100kms South of Leh. A picturesque village, the region known for its grasslands, the region is a great place to experience farming in Ladakh. Buckwheat, Barley, Teas are usually grown in the area. Experience Farming at 13,000ft at Kyungyam village with Mountain Homestays
Today you will have a hands-on experience of farming with the villagers Farming at high altitude requires different skillset and precision. It is an exposure to know how life still exists without technology. The locals get only two to three months of the year for seed sowing and irrigation. Learn about these traditional techniques and participate in some activities cooking. The night will be spent in the homestay where you may request the owner to share some mountain stories.
Meet the Indo-China war hero during your visit to Chushul village. About 40 minutes from Maan, the village is home to several stories surrounding the tense war fought during the 60’s. Additionally take the pashmina experience with the nomadic herder and visit the Rezang La War Memorial. Soak in the calmness of the Pangong lake away from the crown and in the evening take a cooking experience with your host before retiring into the night.
Travel back through Chang-La back to the capital of Leh. Where you will spend a relaxed evening at the market and retire for the night at a comfortable accommodation at Leh.
We were lucky to stay at the Astrostays at Pangong Lake. The house is overlooking the lake. The rooms are very comfortable and the bathroom is essential but perfectly functional. The living room is in the traditional Ladakhi style. The family running the homestay (brother and two sisters) is so nice that we regretted staying only for one night. We absolutely recommend this place.
Lovely Family and Lovely Home. We stayed at Thiksey Eco Homestay for one night as the Thiksey Monastery is close by. The whole family is very welcoming. The two daughters are engineers, son is very knowledgeable, friendly and a passionate photographer besides being a Trip Host. The mother is a nice lady and cooks delicious momos and cookies. The father is very warm and down to earth. We enjoyed a very homely stay. The hosts are requested to provide a little hard bed and provide some cloth hanging strip in the bathroom. If a hand wash bottle could also be kept. The hosts are superb.
Clean place, welcoming and accommodative hosts, provide help and guidance to prehistoric sites on Indus River. Provided lunch and dinner in pure Ladhaki style that was delicious at Domkhar Eco Homestay. Would highly recommend this serene location by an absolutely pure glacier fed mountain stream. Enjoy the tall peaks for a perfect R&R.
What a lovely family, we absolutely loved our stay at Padum Eco Homestay! Everyone was so warm and welcoming, it truly felt like home. The food was delicious and the rooms were clean and comfortable. Perfect location with beautiful views. Great value for money and very family-friendly. Highly recommend!
The Sakti Eco Homestay is run by an Army veteran and his wife , helped by their daughter when she is with them.
They are very kind and hospitable, we have very tasty yet homely food made by them that was very soothing after a long trip of eating outside food. The house the surrounded by garden / vegetation and is in the middle of a farm with lovely views of the mountains around.
A memorable stay I must say !
