Siachen Eco Residence

Siachen Eco Homestay in Tongstet Village offers a simple village stay in northern Ladakh, near the Siachen region. Surrounded by traditional farming fields, mountain landscapes and a close-knit local community, the homestay gives travellers an opportunity to experience everyday village life and local culture.

Tongstet is located away from the main tourist centres of Ladakh, making it suitable for travellers interested in rural experiences, traditional food, local crafts and the landscapes of the Siachen region.

The Space

The homestay is suitable for a couple and is located inside a traditional Ladakhi home built using local materials. The space combines basic comforts with the traditional setting of a village home.

The accommodation is designed for travellers who want to experience local life rather than stay in a conventional luxury property.

Stay

The stay includes a comfortable bedroom with basic furniture and essential amenities. Guests stay within a traditional Ladakhi house, providing an opportunity to experience the architecture and everyday setting of a rural home in Tongstet Village.

Meals

Meals are freshly prepared using homegrown and locally sourced ingredients. Guests can enjoy traditional Ladakhi dishes such as:

• Thukpa
• Chutagi
• Khambir
• Simple home-cooked Indian meals

Guests can also participate in the cooking process and learn about local recipes, ingredients and food traditions.

Experiences

Siachen Eco Homestay provides access to cultural, village and outdoor experiences in and around Tongstet.

Guests can:

• Visit the Siachen War Memorial
• Explore Yarma Gonbo
• Visit Yarma Monastery
• Walk through Tongstet Village
• Walk along the Siachen River
• Learn traditional basket weaving with the host
• Participate in seasonal farming activities
• Explore nearby areas for winter ice climbing, where conditions and local arrangements permit

These experiences offer an opportunity to learn about the landscape, traditions and everyday life of northern Ladakh.

Bathroom

The homestay uses a traditional dry or compost toilet along with basic bathroom facilities suited to the local environment.

Outdoor Area

The homestay is surrounded by open village landscapes, agricultural fields and views of the Siachen region.

Guests can take village walks, explore the surrounding landscape, spend time outdoors or experience the quieter pace of life in Tongstet.

Host

Your host, Sonam Dolma, manages the homestay alongside her farming and livestock-related work.

She has experience with traditional crafts such as knitting and basket weaving and enjoys sharing her knowledge of local food, culture and village life with guests.

Guests can interact with the host family, learn about traditional practices and take part in activities such as cooking and basket weaving.

Good to Know

Siachen Eco Homestay is suited to travellers looking for a simple village stay, local cultural experiences and access to the Siachen region.

• Located in Tongstet Village, Ladakh
• Near the Siachen region
• Traditional Ladakhi home
• Suitable for couples
• Homegrown and locally sourced food
• Traditional dry or compost toilet
• Seasonal activities may be available
• Facilities are basic due to the remote location
• Some experiences require prior arrangement

This is a village-based, experience-focused homestay rather than a luxury accommodation.

Important Information for Foreign Tourists

Foreign tourists may visit the Siachen region and explore permitted surrounding areas, but overnight stays at this homestay are not permitted for foreign nationals.

Siachen Eco Homestay in Tongstet Village is currently available for Indian citizens only.