Serene Escape Homestay-Kalpa

Serene Escape Homestay-Kalpa

Kalpa is a quaint little town in the Sutlej river valley, above Reckong Peo in the Kinnaur district of Himachal Pradesh. Reached by a winding 7 km road up through pine woods and apple orchards from Rekong Peo, Kalpa is the base of few most beautiful treks of India. Be it the grand views of the Kinner Kailash ranges, or the peaceful vibes of the place, it surely will have your heart once you have visited this beautiful mountain hamlet.

This charming homestay is located in the center of Kalpa village and is surrounded by apple orchids, green pastures & a serene view of the snow capped mountains. An easy walk of 10 min will bring you to the cozy paradise that provides one of the best views of Kinnaur Kailash peak.

There are two floors in the house; the first floor has 3 spacious guest rooms with attached bathrooms. Each room window has view of Kinnaur Kailash and snow-peaked mountains. Rooms are regularly sanitized and are fully equipped for the cold weather with cozy bedding and geysers in bathroom. Heater are also available on demand. The garden area overlooks the never-ending peaks and is ideal for chilling, yoga, and meditation. While staying here you can also enjoy local homely food.

Location: 550mtr from Kalpa Monastery & Bus Stand
No. of Rooms: 3, Total Capacity: 9

How to Reach

The nearest airport to Kalpa is the Shimla Airport (231 km). You can also fly to Delhi or Chandigarh. Taxis for Kalpa are available from outside the airport. One can also take Government or private buses from the new and old bus stand of Shimla. There is a walk of 10 min from the road head to reach the homestay.

Tariff

Classic Room: 2250/-
Extra Person: 750/-
Complimentary: Breakfast

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 • Running Hot Water • Open Seating Areas • Toiletries • Bonfire • Pick and Drop Service (Paid)

Food

They serve home cooked fresh local himachali food to their guests. Both vegetarian and non vegetarian food is available. Breakfast options include stuffed paratha, roti sabji etc. Most of food is prepared from locally sourced organic vegetables. 

Activities

Bird Watching • Star Gazing • Yoga and Meditation • Village Walk

Local Attractions

Kalpa Monastery (550mtr) • Narayan Nagini Temple (650mtr) • Saryo Village (1.2km) • Suicide Point (2.4km) • Chandika Mata Mandir (2.7km) • Roghi Valley View Point (3km) • Roghi Village (4.4km) • Telangi Waterfall  (4.5km) • Kinnaur Kailash (5.3km) • Reckong Peo (5.3km) • Kalpa View Point (7km) • Reckong Peo Market (7.6km)

Excursions

Sapni Fort (34km) • Tapri (36km) • Kamru Fort (43km) • Sarahan (92km) • Rampur Bushahr (103km) • Nako (105km)

Know Your Host

Shefali Kashyap, who is a travel entrepreneur and the explorer will host you. She resides in Manali and visits Kalpa occasionally. The local staff takes care of the guests at the homestay. 

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