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Serenity Seekers: HomeStays in the Himalayas

  With the Himalayas as a backdrop, you can find hidden gems that offer unparalleled tranquility and affinity with nature . The homestay concept within the Himalayan region allows travelers to feel, breathe, and experience the natural beauty and cultural wealth of this awe-inspiring region . Far from the congested tourist attractions of our cities, these homestays are an escape into untouched scenery, a warm welcome, and local experiences that are genuinely Nepalese and other tribal communities.  Discovering Himalayan Homestay Experience 1 . Why Choose Homestays Homestays in the Himalayas provide accommodations and channels for comprehending indigenous ways of life, culture, and natural ecosystems . Rather than typical hotels or resorts, homestays are usually run by local families that open their doors to visitors, thus allowing them to gain insight into their everyday lives . This creates an intimate setting that helps travelers establish meaningful links with hosts and gain i
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Shree Antu Nepal : An Unmatched Homestay Destination in Lower Himalayas of East Nepal

An over view of the village 

Tea Garden view Antu Illam 

Illam also known as queen of east Nepal wherein Shree Antu is her beautiful princes at her lap. Nepal is one of the most fascinating tourist destination in the world since it is the home Mount Everest the world the world highest peak along with uncountable mountain ranges falls under Sagarmatha Range, Annapurna Range and Kanchunjunga Range. For its diversity in terms of geography, altitude, peoples, cultures etc. it attract almost people from the every corner of the globe.  Along with the nature tourism in Nepal, cultural tourism is equally popular backed by its cultural diversity. For the tourist interested in cultural studies and exploration homestays in Nepal are among the others, a subject of tourist attraction. 

Among the top homestay tourism destination in the lap of Himalayas, the name of Shree Antu community homestay stand in forefront with no exception.  With sloped tea gardens,  forests, symmetrical presentation of  tall pine trees, mountain and  streams, Shree Antu has an overall pristine environment to arrest your mind and soul at her first look. Shree Antu is a perfect destination for those people who want to add some life to their existence. Short treks following the gently gently elevated trail following the deep pine forest towards Antu Dara Sunrise View Tower give a new energy and thrill to you. You can visit various sightseeing spots or venture into the dense forests. It will both refresh and reenergize you. Also, there are many picnic spots and holy sites in Shree Antu. You can visit Antu with your family, friends or go on a solo trip. You will feel the warmth of nature and experience the charm of hills like never before. Beautiful Antu Lake mirroring the scenic tea garden and pine tree at her blue water surface leaved no one without a lasting imprints in memory the picturesque view of the queen of east Nepal.

Shree Antu Homestay 

Antu homestay
Shree Antu Community Homestays are the best budget homestay in Shree Antu and Samalbung, Ilam.  Around more than 45 Homestay are  registered in Shree Antu and give  services for domestic and international tourists. Homestay is another good source of income for the local people over here. Homestay here are the perfect blend of cultural and nature tourism in a single plate.  

Tea Tourism:

Dominant agricultural product grown in Antu is tea. Cardamom, chili, ginger, etc are also grown here. Shree Antu holds immense learning opportunities for those interested in agriculture. You can join locals in their tea gardens and pluck tea leaves. You can also visit terraced agricultural fields. Local people are glad to share their knowledge treasures regarding crop cultivation or any other for that matter.

Tea factories processing local tea are clustered in Shree Antu. These factories also provide employment opportunities to the local population. You can visit one of them and learn the processing of tea from plucking of tea leaves to the packaging of prepared tea. You will also get to know about different varieties of tea. There is also a cheese factory in Shree Antu. Thus Antu serves as an important agro tourist destination.

lake side view shree antu
Antu Danda Sunrise View: 

 Antu Danda sun rise view 
One of the everlasting and  fascinating aspect of Shree Antu Homestay Tourism is sunrise watch from Antu Danda Rising Sun Watch Tower. Mesmerizing view of sunrise from the depth of eastern horizon appears as if the sun is rising up from the womb of horizon beneath the earth surface.  Panoramic appearance of baby son from the womb of eastern horizon far away the  Bay of Bengal  spreading color to the wings and spreads of its feeding river Tista and Mechi from Nepal imprints our mind for lifetime.

Antu Pokhari:
Antu Pokhari (lake) is one of the interesting touch point while you visit Shree Antu. Mirroring the red roof cottage, the tall pine tree and and the greenish bending landscape of tea garden all around, if it is a night view, it seems you being accompanied by beautiful angel at the lap of blissful Himalaya. Lake being filled with Golden Maser, your boat ride boost you with the pleasure of pleasant and peaceful touch of angelic fish and white sawn  playing romantic drama  in the stage of short life refilling your heart with the deep sense of love and nature touch. 
Antu Pokhari 

Lakes are there as being engineered by the nature for its own reason but Antu Lake is an outstanding out come of the the good wisdom of the local community here. "we used to take grass for our animals during March- April of the year from Antu Pokhari. It was dried up lake filled with Sweet Flag, ( acorus calamus) or Bhojo in local language though being little filled with water during summer" opined Sars Magar, a local resident remembering her 20 years past scene of the lake. Antu Lake is an outstanding example of the conservation among the conservation  work of Himalayan water bodies  and lake. Contributing manual labour, money and mind Antu people give rebirth to dying lake setting exemplary example of conservation act.  

How to reach Shree Antu:

Approximately 500 km drive from Kathmandu, capital city of Nepal towards East Nepal reach , Charali, take a left turn towards Illam, reach Fikkal a small town under Suryodaya Municipality, from here take a right turn for your final destination. Drive for 30 minutes approx. and reach your destination. In total its a 13 to 14 hours drive from Kathmandu to Shree Antu Illam. Enjoy your stay at fascinating homestay at Shree Antu Danda. 


List of Homestays and Contact person of  Shree Antu Danda Homestays:


1.Antudanda Homestay

Mr. Dhankumar Aale: +9779742615303 

2. Dinesh Homestay 

Mr. Dinesh Aale: +9779818586022

3. Shivanya Homestay

Mr. Suren Aale: +9779862770921

4. Krisha Homestay

Miss. Susila Aale: +9779842720023

5. Priyanjali Homestay

Mr. Dev Kumar Aale: +9779803216080

6. Khabin Homestay

Miss Nabina : +9779825909283

7. Dipendra Homestay

Mr. Dipen Aale: +9779818544458

8. Burja Homestay 

Mr. Sovit Magar: +9779815927295




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  1. AnonymousJuly 10, 2023 at 9:21 AM

    I will go Antu.

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