Nature’s Hideout Homestay, Bathad-Banjar
Nature’s Hideout Homestay, Bathad-Banjar
Banjar Valley is located in Kullu district of Himachal Pradesh. The entire area is covered in lush green forests. The homestay is located on the top of the well-known Thirthan Valley and overlooks the Ghalincha River, just above its confluence with the Flachan River in the last village Ghalingcha, on the outskirts of the Great Himalayan National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The area has been untouched by the rush of tourism and hence is ideal for those looking for a natural hideout.
Surrounded by green oak trees, the house is built in the traditional Himachali style, but with modern flair. There are two guest rooms with a double bed and a sofa bed in each room. All the rooms have an attached bathroom. Ghalingcha Waterfall is right outside the window of the rooms. You can indulge in adventure activities like hiking, fishing etc. or you can simply relax by the river and read a book.
Location: Ghalingcha village
No. of Rooms: 2, Total Capacity: 8
How to Reach
Ghalingcha is accessible by road. The nearest airport is Bhuntar Airport (64 km), which has limited flights. The best way to reach via Delhi is to take the Himachal Tourism Volvo bus to Manali. Get off at Aut and take a taxi from there.
Tariff
Classic Room: 1600/-
Extra Person: 800/-
Complimentary: Breakfast
Lunch/Dinner: 120/-
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 • Running Hot Water • Kettle • Open Seating Areas • Pet Friendly • Toiletries • Bonfire • Pick and Drop Service (Paid)
Food
They serve authentic homemade local organic vegetarian food cooked in homemade fresh ghee. Farm-fresh paneer and dahi are also available. They can also serve non-veg but because the village is veg only, non-vegetarian food has to be procured from outside at an additional cost. The cottage also has a kitchen if you would like to cook yourself.
Activities
Bird Watching • Reading • Star Gazing • Hiking • Forest Walk • Yoga and Meditation • Cycling • Fishing • Adventure Sports
Other Activities: There are paragliding, Rock Climbing and other activities in the area.
Local Attractions
Tilla Bridge (2.3km) • Bathad (5km) • Tirthan River (15km) • Gushaini (14km) • Choi Waterfall (17km) • Mini Thailand (33km) • Jalori Pass & Serolsar Lake (44km)
Excursions
Shringa Rishi Temple (31km) • Jibhi Waterfall (32km) • Chaini Kothi Fort (32km) • Jibhi (33km) • Kullu Tunnel (43km) • Aut Waterfall (45km) • Thachi Valley (61km) • Pandoh Dam (63km) • Great Himalayan National Park (65 km) • Kullu (89km)
Know Your Host
Durga Devi and Diwan are the farmers and grow apples and rajma. They are humble and helpful people who are available at the homestay throughout the year. Diwan can also organise trekking and other adventure activities in the area.
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