*Opening from April 2025*

Pangong Ecostay, the gateway to the Changthang Region, offers views of the iconic Pangong Lake.

Why we love this homestay?

Haven for birdwatchers
Passive Solar Homestay

Pangong Ecostay

Lukung Village, the gateway to the Changthang Region, offers breathtaking views of the iconic Pangong Lake and is a haven for birdwatchers, making it a memorable retreat for nature and wildlife enthusiasts alike. Away from the main highway, it provides a peaceful setting ideal for calm, extended stays. Known for birdwatching, Lukung has more to offer than its stunning landscapes.

Situated at the confluence of a salt-rich lake and a freshwater stream, the area is home to over 30 bird species. Pangong Ecostay is a sustainable passive solar homestay near Pangong Lake, built with local resources. It features a dining area, modern kitchen, lobby, and three bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms. With solar water heating and close proximity to the lake, it combines comfort, sustainability and modern amenities.

Homestay features

Complimentary breakfast & dinner
Hot water from Solar Water Heater
Eco-friendly re-usable amenities
Farm to Table Organic Food
Western Toilet (Summer)
Western Dry Toilet (Winter)

Your host – Sonam Angmo

Local and cultural Folklores
Fusion cuisine expert
Fluent in Ladakhi, Hindi, English

Sonam Angmo, originally from Leh, married Konchok Stanzin of Lukung Village and grew to love its charm. Together, they founded Pangong Ecostay blending their shared passion for the region. Sonam combines traditional Ladakhi cuisine with modern flavors, offering travelers a taste of local culture while keeping its authenticity alive. She is also a keen learner when it comes to different cultures and stories shared by guests.

Enjoy organic local food!

Local specialities - Nettle Thukpa
Ladakhi Cuisine (On request)
Semi-traditional Dining

During your stay at Pangong Ecostay indulge in authentic local cuisine made with fresh ingredients sourced directly from the village farm. In winter, savor a warming bowl of Thukpa, made from wild vegetables like Nettles, which are collected from the mountains and dried in summer. The dish is enriched with re-soaked dried cheese called Churpey and dried local peas, offering a true taste of the region’s culinary heritage.

Explore the unexplored!

Exotic Wildlife encounters
Hiking in the Region
Experience Nomadic Life

Pangong Lake, renowned for its shifting hues of blue, stretches across India and Tibet, holding centuries of history as part of ancient trade routes. At an altitude of over 14,000 feet, it is a haven for migratory birds during summer, including bar-headed geese, Brahminy ducks, and the endangered black-necked cranes, making it a paradise for birdwatching enthusiasts.

Back at the lake, enjoy a traditional tea session by the water, soaking in the serene ambiance and migratory birds. Lukung also provides a rare glimpse into the semi-nomadic lifestyle, where travelers can experience the pashmina wool-making process firsthand.

What it includes?

– Overnight stay at Pangong Ecostay
– Breakfast and Dinner
– Complimentary Tea

What it excludes?

– Any personal expenses
– Transportation to village
– Additional Meals – Lunch
– Extra activities – Birding, Visit to the Monastery, Pashmina Experience (Arranged on demand)

Is this Homestay right for you?

Pangong Ecostay is an ideal choice for travelers as it offers a peaceful retreat in Lukung Village, gateway to Changthang Region with a view of Pangong Lake. Nestled inside the village, away from the highway’s hustle, it provides a serene surrounding. Built as a passive solar house, it ensures warmth and comfort with modern amenities, even at an altitude of 14,000 ft—perfect for those seeking peaceful environment amidst nature.

Hear from communities

Guests like to eat our Ladakhi food. They say it is delicious, even when it is prepared by an elderly ama (mother) like me. I always make sure I serve them the cleanest and healthiest food. My husband is a copper artist. When guests leave us, they say ‘Julley’, and hug us. It makes us feel happy.

Tsering Dolkar
Mountain Homestay Host - Sumda Chun
I became a Mountain Homestay Host in 2018, and I have hosted many travellers since then. Running a homestay has helped me and my family a lot. Not only is the solar set up in our house useful for us, but even travellers prefer to stay in our homestay because of it.

Rigzin Dolkar
Mountain Homestay Host - Photolalok
The training we got in astronomy turned out to be a life-changing experience for our village. I felt happy and proud while mapping the position of the planets and sharing the secrets of the universe with the tourists. Tourists told me that even they didn’t know so much about the dark skies!

Tsewang Dorjey
Astropreneur - Maan

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