homestay

A meal shared in a village home, a trek led by locals, a journey shaped by everyday lives. Across India, these travel companies are working with communities to create experiences that support livelihoods and protect places travellers come to love.

From women-led eco-homestays and forest treks to wool weaving and birdwatching, here’s a 5-day guide to Sarmoli village in Uttarakhand for families who want to teach their kids the joy of sustainable living.

In Nawalgarh, Rajasthan, Apani Dhani blends solar power, organic food, and centuries-old art forms to show how tourism can sustain people and the planet.

In Assam’s Saraipung village, former hunters now guide tourists through forests they once hunted in. Thanks to Professor Rajib Tariang’s efforts, eco-tourism and education replaced hunting with pride and purpose — turning a remote village into a model of sustainable living and conservation rooted in culture and community.

Discover handpicked homestays across India that promise breathtaking views, cosy comforts, and unforgettable winter experiences.

Searching for a slow vacation with a natural pool, organic food and more? We list out the top farm stays in India to enjoy nature at its best.

Aamir Khanyari took his ancestral land and turned it into My Kashmir Home, a beautiful homestay nestled amid Kashmir’s valleys, where you wake up to vast orchards, chirping birds, and traditional Kashmiri food.

Suchita and Vikas Tyagi left Delhi behind to build an eco-friendly homestay amid the Great Himalayan National Park in Himachal's Sainj Valley using traditional Kath Kuni architecture.

Zafar and Reshma Salim have been running Annapara Homestay in Wayanad, Kerala, for the past two decades. The couple transformed this 71-year-old labour quarters in their plantation into a sustainable homestay.

Friends Anuja Phadke and Sneha Mahashabde left their jobs to convert Anuja’s grandmother’s home into an eco-friendly, forest-inspired homestay that is perfect for a weekend getaway. Watch this video to see how.