Village Tour In Sikkim
Our Village Stay and Tour takes you to Yangsum Farm. Yangsum Farm is tucked far away from the crowd in an idyllic countryside with a backdrop of the Khangchendzonga range of peaks and the skyline of the Singalila Range. It is located in West Sikkim, 2 km from the small bazaar village of Rinchenpong at an altitude of 1500 metres.whether you are seeking solitude or vigorous activity, the Tsechu Tharpa family at Yangsum Farm can arrange a bespoke itinerary to suit all your needs.
About the Farm
The heritage farmhouse was built in 1833 and remodeled in 1966. It is run by Thendup Tashi, Dorji Chaden, and Pema chiki, of the Tsechu Tharpa family. The family manage the 44 acre mountain farm, consisting of open mixed forest of Pine, Himalayan Alder, Schima, Chestnut, Magnolia, Rhododendrons, Cherry, and others.
They grow cardamom, avocados, oranges, banana, pears, apricots, and mangoes. Cultivated agriculture yields maize, paddy, millet, potatoes, ginger, turmeric, and sweet potatoes. In addition to these, seasonal vegetables such as cauliflower, cabbage, tomatoes and peas are also grown. The farm is fully organic.
Accommodation consists of a spacious furnished bedroom with a semi-attached western style toilet and bath. The house has electricity, and running water.
At The Yangsum Farm
1. Spent the day at the farm participating in the farm activities i.e growing organic vegetables, ploughing, feeding the domestic animals etc.
2. Spend the day bird watching in the woods owned by the host.
3. Short village trek in and around the farm with spectacular views of the hills, meeting the local people and learning about their style of living etc.
4. Spend time learning to prepare local millet beer and ethnic Sikkimese dishes.
5. Take an opportunity to visit and interact with the children of the local school, visit the local handloom and handicrafts center at the village.
