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Aritar homestay, views of lake & Kanchenjunga

Umbir· 4.6 · 20 stays

“A home by the lake in Aritar, East Sikkim. The rooms are large and clean, with views of the water and the surrounding pine forest. On clear days, you can see Kanchenjunga from the property. The food is simple and home-cooked. Host Dev Raj Gurung is often around to help with plans, a quiet place for a pause in the hills.”

8 bedroomsSleeps 168 beds

A look around

What's here

The first thing you notice is the quiet. The home sits on the edge of Lampokhari lake, surrounded by a thick pine forest. From the balconies, you get a clear view of the water. On a good day, the sky opens up to show the peaks of Kanchenjunga. The home has eight bedrooms, with space for up to 16 guests in total. The rooms are simple, large, and clean, with attached bathrooms and balconies. There is also a small swimming pool on the property, with views of the green hillsides. Meals are prepared in the home’s kitchen, simple and local. The host, Dev Raj Gurung, is often available for guidance on what to see and do in the area. As one guest, Ishaan, put it, "Rooms are big, clean, easily accommodates 3 ppl, foods are okay however the main USP is the awesome view of the lake and the forest."

What guests wrote

4.6· 20 stays

“Awesome place..... not sure why this property is not highlighted like other locations. Rooms are big, clean, easily accommodates 3 ppl, foods are okay however the main USP is the awesome view of the lake and the forest. Plenty of open spaces.... In all, this property is wonderfully maintained, good staffs. Thanks to the hosts - Dev Raj Gurung for his guida...”

Ishaan Samaddar

“It is a hidden gem.. If you are visiting Aritar and planning to stay there then this is the place for you. Premium rooms with reasonable rates and the beautiful lake makes it a perfect place to stay in Aritar. Some insects may be there as it is surrounded by jungle but those are not harmful. You can ignore those.”

Shuvendu Guin

“Off- beat place at East Sikkim. Accommodation, Food, Service, Cleanliness etc all good. Added facility Zip Line adventure activity. Boating facility available from separate facility.If weather is clear Mt Kanchenjunga can be seen.”

Santanu

“Splendid location…. The view of the lake and the surrounding pine forest is serene and explicit… The only problem is since the rooms are near to the lake and forest, plenty of mosquitos and ants crawls inside the room… Food served was average…. Service was good….. The owners were very courteous…..”

Soumyadeep Mitra

“It is very nice place to stay in the lap of nature and to enjoy the scenic beauty. If you lucky enough then you can see the Kanchenjunga Clearly from the cottage. The food was there good and also the staff's behaviour was very well but quantity of the food must be increased.”

Sahitya Roy

Around the stay

Things to do nearby.

Aritar is a small town in East Sikkim, away from the main tourist trails. The main draw is the lake and the quiet. You can go boating on Lampokhari lake, which is just a short walk away. A nearby zipline offers a bit of adventure. A walk up to Mankhim viewpoint gives you a panoramic view of the Kanchenjunga range, especially at sunrise. The Aritar Gumpa is a small, peaceful Buddhist monastery worth a visit for its traditional architecture and quiet atmosphere.

Logistics

Getting there.

By air: The nearest major airport is Bagdogra (IXB) in West Bengal, about a 4-5 hour drive away. Sikkim's own Pakyong Airport (PYG) is closer, but has very limited flight connectivity.

By rail: The nearest major railway station is New Jalpaiguri (NJP) in West Bengal, located next to Bagdogra airport. From NJP, you can hire a private taxi for the 4-5 hour drive to Aritar.

By road: Aritar is connected by road from Siliguri, Gangtok, and Kalimpong. The roads are winding and mountainous.

Seasons

Best time to visit.

The best time for clear skies and mountain views is from October to May. The days are pleasant and the visibility is excellent for seeing Kanchenjunga. The monsoon season, from June to September, brings heavy rain. The landscape becomes incredibly lush and green, but views can be obscured by clouds and travel may be affected by landslides.

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