Yangsum Village Homestay

About the place

Yangsum village is a small community where several ethnic groups have lived for decades and is a 10-minute drive from Rinchenpong in Sikkim. Yangsum hamlet is surrounded by nature, and people come from all over India and the world to enjoy it, such as birding, hiking, angling, and now, slowly but steadily, butterfly viewing has begun in the village by young butterfly enthusiasts. Yangsum is also known for its cultural activities, as well as its local food and homemade fruit wines.

According to the Limboo community, 'Yang means money and sum means three,' so the village's name is derived from that. Yangsum is known for its spectacular views of Mt Khanchenzonga and other mountain ranges, which provide visitors with a relaxing experience.

Rinchenpong monastery, Resum trek, Poison Lake, Singshore bridge, Rami Dham hike, chayatal, village walk, local culinary class, and other major tourist attractions are all located near the settlement.

Covid Protocol

The hotel follows all safety measures to ensure the wellbeing of the our guests. All contact point surfaces, rooms, beds, toilets and kitchen areas are cleaned and sanitised thoroughly at timely intervals. All supplies including materials, luggages are also sanitised before entering the hotel.

About the homestay

Yangsum village homestay is located in Yangsum, a 10 minute drive from Rinchenpong in Sikkim. It is designed in an ecofriendly sustainable manner, with interiors made of bamboo furnishing and wooden logs. Live the rustic lifestyle at this homestay, amid lush green forests, organically sourced food and the company of warm and cordial hosts. Adorned by colourful Buddhist Prayer flags all around the property, this homestay is an ideal place to take a break from the hustle bustle of the citylife.

Guests can head for a nature trail walk from the homestay, learn about the local culture and participate in the local culinary activities, learn about Himalayan flowers and butterfly species with the hosts. It is truly an enriching experience staying at this homestay in the woods.

Why choose this host?

The hosts of this homestay are believers of sustainable tourism. After a warm welcome, guests can engage in the company of the hosts, who are actively involved in organic farming and preserving their natural surroundings. The hosts take extreme care towards the welfare of the guest, making them feel at place and soak in the feel of nature.

Sleeping arrangements.

This homestay consists of a total of 5 double bedded rooms, in which a maximum of 4 persons can be accommodated. The rooms are warm and cosy, with bamboo and wooden furnishings and minimalistic decor.  The package includes all three meals of breakfast, lunch and dinner for the guests.     

How to reach?

By road: Rinchenpong has a decent road network that connects it to a lot of areas. From Siliguri and Gangtok, both around 120 miles apart, buses, taxis, and shared jeeps are accessible.

For those coming from within Sikkim, Jorethang is the most convenient route to Rinchenpong. The route from Jorethang ascends to Soreng, then continues north to Kaluk, a settlement about 3 kilometres from Rinchenpong.

Another path starts near Legship in West Sikkim and takes 11 kilometres to reach Rinchenpong. This route is ideal for those travelling from Gangtok, Namchi, or Ravangla.

By air: The Bagdogra Airport in Siliguri, West Bengal, is the other closest airport. Rinchenpong is 130 kilometres from Bagdogra and can be reached in 5 hours by bus or taxi, both of which are readily available outside the airport.

By train: New Jalpaiguri Railway Station in Siliguri is the closest rail station to Rinchenpong. NJP runs trains to all of the country's major stations on a regular basis.