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A village homestay in Kewzing, Sikkim

Pelling· 5.0 · 27 stays

“A family home in the village of Kewzing. The hosts, Namgyal and his wife, welcome you with warmth and food from their own organic garden. From the garden, you can see the great Buddha statue of Tathagat Sal. The home has four bedrooms and four bathrooms, sleeping up to eight guests. It’s a place to feel the real village life of Sikkim, a base from which to explore Ravangla, Temi, and Pelling.”

Sleeps 84 beds4 bathsHomestay

A look around

What's here

You arrive to a garden full of flowers and vegetables. The home itself is a classic Sikkimese house, with a yellow facade, decorative fretwork along the roofline, and a balcony with simple metal railings. Inside, the spaces are simple and clean. Some rooms have wood-panelled ceilings, others are plain. The beds are straightforward, with warm quilts for the cool nights. There are four bedrooms and four bathrooms, accommodating up to eight people. Guests share a living room that feels like a family space, with sofas and shelves holding family awards. The experience is shaped by the hosts. As one guest, Jabez Pradhan, put it: "Our hosts, Namgyal Sir and his wife, welcomed us with such warmth, kindness, and generosity that we instantly felt like part of their family." The kitchen is the heart of the home, and while meals are not included by default, guests have access to it. The food that comes from it is what people remember most. "The food was the highlight fresh, organic, and lovingly prepared with ingredients straight from their garden to our table." Another guest, Bhakti Vaishnav, who was travelling solo, noted, "I felt very comfortable and looked after."

What guests wrote

5.0· 27 stays

“The homestay is nicely located with a picturesque view at a peaceful place! The family is caring and warm. They serve home grown organic food with lots of love and the food is tasty too. Before I asked tea, snacks and meals were served with lots of variety and flavourful local dishes during all three days.I stayed for three nights and explored Ravangala, Te...”

Bhakti Vaishnav

“My team and I had the pleasure of staying at this beautiful homestay for six nights, and it truly felt like a home away from home. Our hosts, Namgyal Sir and his wife, welcomed us with such warmth, kindness, and generosity that we instantly felt like part of their family. Every moment spent here was filled with genuine care and connection. The food was the ...”

Jabez Pradhan

“I had been there 4 three days during Feb and it was losar at that time, it was really peacefull time out there. Went many places nearby around the town was amazing especially with my friend menla. I really recommend who want to experience village tourism, organic food and to be mentioned flowers are beautifully kept”

Ok Insane

“Owner and his family is so humble and down to earth you wont believe untill you reach them , food was mouth watering and organic. Dropping some love and respect for them ♥️🙏”

Biswadip Ghosh

“Very good experience. All the people are very helpful and co operative. To taste the best essence of sikkim this should be your go to place.”

Anish Roy

Around the stay

Things to do nearby.

This home is a good starting point for exploring South and West Sikkim. Gangtok, the state capital, is the hub for permits and further travel.

From Gangtok, you can arrange a trip to Tsomgo Lake, also known as Changu Lake, which sits at a high altitude and often freezes over in winter. It’s about 40km away and requires a Restricted Area Permit (RAP).

Rumtek Monastery, the seat of the Karmapa, is a significant spiritual centre just 24km from Gangtok. It's an essential visit for understanding the region's Tibetan Buddhist heritage.

Further afield, North Sikkim's Yumthang Valley, the 'valley of flowers', is a spectacular sight, especially during rhododendron season. Access is strictly controlled and requires a permit arranged in Gangtok.

In West Sikkim, the town of Pelling (115km from Gangtok) offers clear views of Kanchenjunga. Visit the historic Pemayangtse and Sanga Choeling monasteries for a sense of deep-rooted history and peace. For serious trekkers, Yuksom is the starting point for the Goecha La trek, the classic route to the Kanchenjunga base camp.

Logistics

Getting there.

The nearest reliable airport is Bagdogra (IXB) in West Bengal, 124km away. The drive to Gangtok takes about four hours. Sikkim has its own airport at Pakyong (PYG), only 30km from Gangtok, but flights are often diverted to Bagdogra due to weather.

The closest major railway station is New Jalpaiguri (NJP), also in West Bengal, at a distance of 122km. From NJP, you will need to continue by road.

Gangtok is the main road hub for all of Sikkim. From here you can arrange transport and the necessary permits for restricted areas. Pelling and Lachung are other key towns for accessing West and North Sikkim respectively.

Seasons

Best time to visit.

Sikkim has two main tourist seasons. March to May is when the rhododendrons are in full bloom, covering the hillsides in colour. This is also a great time for birdwatching. The second window is from October to mid-December, when the monsoon has passed, leaving clear blue skies and sharp views of the Himalayan peaks. The monsoon season shuts down many roads, especially in North Sikkim.

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