Skidmang Eco Homestay

Located in Skidmang Village in the Changthang region of Leh Ladakh, Skidmang Eco Homestay offers an authentic village stay surrounded by open fields, the Indus River and mountain landscapes. Home to fewer than 30 households, the village provides a peaceful setting where travellers can experience everyday life in one of Ladakh’s lesser-known regions.

Among the best places to stay in Changthang, the homestay is an ideal stopover for travellers journeying towards Hanle, Tso Moriri and the Rong Valley. Its location makes it a convenient base to explore the region while experiencing local culture, traditional farming and village life.

The Space

Built using traditional Ladakhi architecture and locally sourced materials, the homestay features private guest rooms on the first floor overlooking the Indus River and Rong Valley. Surrounded by farmland and mountain landscapes, the home offers easy access to village trails, cultural sites and nature walks.

Stay

The stay combines traditional Ladakhi living with practical comforts, making it suitable for travellers exploring eastern Ladakh.

Each stay includes:

• Private guest rooms on the first floor
• Traditional Ladakhi architecture built with local materials
• Solar-powered electricity with 24/7 backup
• Comfortable bedding and essential amenities

Meals

Meals are prepared by the host family using seasonal vegetables and ingredients grown in their kitchen garden.

Guests can enjoy:

• Breakfast featuring khambir (traditional Ladakhi bread) and butter tea
• Home-cooked Ladakhi dishes including Chhutagi, momos, pea pulao and local seasonal recipes
• Fresh meals prepared using locally sourced ingredients

Guests can also learn about traditional Ladakhi cooking and seasonal food practices.

Experiences

Skidmang Eco Homestay offers experiences centred around village life, local culture and the landscapes of Changthang.

Guests can enjoy:

• Walk through Skidmang Village and experience everyday rural life
• Visit Skidmang Monastery
• Hike to Skidmang Phu, home to the historic Dechen Chosling Nunnery, overlooking the village and surrounding mountains
• Relax with an Indus River picnic along the riverbank
• Walk through barley fields and agricultural land
• Spend evenings around the traditional bukhari while listening to local stories
• Observe seasonal farming activities
• Learn about traditional Ladakhi carpet weaving and handicrafts practiced by women in the village

These experiences provide visitors with a deeper understanding of the culture and traditions of Changthang.

Bathroom

Each guest room includes an attached western-style washroom during the summer months. During winter, guests use a traditional dry toilet, a practical system adapted to Ladakh’s cold climate.

Outdoor Area

Surrounded by the Indus River, agricultural fields and mountain landscapes, the homestay provides opportunities for village walks, riverside picnics, photography and short hikes through the Changthang countryside.

Your Host

Your host, Neema Wangmo, has welcomed travellers since 2019. A farmer and grandmother, she lives with her family and enjoys sharing stories about Changthang, local traditions and everyday village life. Guests can also learn about traditional farming, local cuisine and the medicinal plants found around the village.

Good to Know

• Located in Skidmang Village, Changthang, Leh Ladakh
• Approximately 3 hours from Leh
• An ideal stopover for travellers heading to Hanle, Tso Moriri and the Rong Valley
• Breakfast and dinner included
• Solar-powered electricity
• Traditional Ladakhi home with modern essentials
• Local experiences can be arranged in advance
• Seasonal operation

Guest Access

Guests have access to private first-floor rooms, shared dining spaces and the family vegetable garden. They are also free to explore village trails leading to the Indus River, Skidmang Monastery, Skidmang Phu, Dechen Chosling Nunnery and the surrounding agricultural landscape.

Experience Changthang Beyond the Highway

Skidmang Eco Homestay offers more than a comfortable stop, it introduces travellers to the landscapes, traditions and culture of the Changthang region. Whether you’re hiking to Skidmang Phu and Dechen Chosling Nunnery, enjoying a picnic beside the Indus River, visiting Skidmang Monastery, or learning about traditional carpet weaving from local women, every experience offers an authentic insight into village life.

For travellers looking for a homestay in Changthang, a stay near Hanle, or a stopover before Tso Moriri, Skidmang Eco Homestay provides local hospitality, home-cooked Ladakhi meals and easy access to one of eastern Ladakh’s lesser-explored regions.