The Eco Homestay in Urgam Valley is a 50-year-old Himalayan Mudhouse, which was built traditionally using stones & woods with mud coating inside. In 2022 the abandoned house was carefully restored and renovated by the YogMatra-Team, now welcome guests from all around the world. Located at an altitude of 2100 meters in Danikhet village of Urgam Valley, the Homestay provides a 360-degree panoramic view over the mighty Himalayas. From the balcony, the Brahma Kamal and Dronagiri Peaks are clearly visible. Staying here is a peaceful and authentic pahadi village experience. The Homestay provides 3 private rooms, a 4-bed shared room and a community workspace. A kitchen room has been attached to the old mudhouse, where the team prepares fresh and local foods on a daily basis. Nestled in the middle of raw Himalayan nature, the Eco Homestay is the ideal place for those who enjoy yoga & meditation, hiking & trekking as well as exploring nature with its diverse wildlife.
Key points about the YogMatra Eco Homestay in Urgam Valley
- It takes approx. 30 minutes (1 km) to hike up to the Eco Homestay. Please carry your things in a backpack.
- A mesmerizing view over the entire Urgam Valley is awaiting you!
- Good internet connectivity of Airtel and Jio networks is provided as well as a workspace.
- Yoga, Pranayama and Meditation sessions are available at additional costs.
- Treks and Overnight Camping in and around Urgam Valley are available at additional costs.
- Meals are cooked freshly from local and organic vegetables.
- Enjoy unlimited, clear, Himalayan spring water for drinking and taking refreshing showers.
- We advise you to stay for at least 5 days, to fully relax and connect with nature and the positive vibes of this valley.
Contribution to stay at YogMatra Eco Homestay
- Four Bed Shared Room: INR 1,500 Per Day (Single Person)
- Double Bed Private Room: INR 2,500 Per day (Single Person)
- Double Bed Private Room: INR 3,500 Per day (For 2 People)
The prices mentioned above include:
- Stay in a Himalayan mud house
- Breakfast and Dinner (Organic Meals)
- Morning Ayurvedic Tea
- Wi-Fi & unlimited Himalayan drinking water
- 10% discount on Weekly stays
- 20% discount on Monthly stays
- Rates are subject to change during Long Weekends & Public Holidays
Need a customized trip, where everything is being taken care of?
Please read our Refund & Returns Policy here.
Places to Explore from the Eco Homestay
Temples
- Kalpeshwar Mahadev Temple, one amongst Panch Kedars is 3.5 kms away and you can drive till the temple.
- Urva Rishi Temple, nestled on the outskirts of the dense jungle and besides the Urva Rishi River.
- Dhyan Badri Temple, one amongst Panch and Sapt Badri temples is in Barghinda village.
- Fyula Narayan Temple trek of 4 kms from Kalpeshwar Mahadev Temple. This trek is open through out the year.
- Bansi Narayan Temple, which is the only Lord Krishna temple in entire Uttarakhand state.
Treks
- Banga Pani Trek: A rejuvenating 1,5 km trek through the dense jungle until the Banga Pani water stream.
- Mali Bugyal Trek: A half-day spicy hike with stop of at Urva Rishi Temple.
- Kemkud Bugyal Trek: A jungle hike to the mountain top with a 360 degree view of the Himalayan range.
- The famous Rudranath Trek: A 2-4 day hike of mountain villages, jungle and hills with unforgettable views.
- Nandi Kund Trek: A 22 km hike performed by the villagers to collect Brahma Kamal and offerings to Lord Shiva.
How to reach the Eco Homestay in Urgam Valley?
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Take a public bus or taxi from Rishikesh, Rishikesh Tapovan, Haridwar or Dehradun ISBT, going to Joshimath/Badrinath/Auli. Get down from the bus in Helang (Hotel Inder Palace) and take (another) shared Taxi to Urgam Valley. After approx. 40 minutes you will reach Urgam Village. Get off the taxi at Sri Dhyan Badri Temple. Please call us when you enter Urgam Valley. We will pick you up from there and accompany you to our property.
- Distance: 245 kms. Travel Time: 7 – 8 hours
- Bus Fare: approx. 600 – 700 INR
- Shared Taxi Fare: 1500 INR
