Biksthang

Short Treks & Village Walks  - If you love an active holiday with walks and hikes, Biksthang may prove just the right destination for you. From short to day-long hikes, this little hamlet has plentiful options. Walk on the bespoke village trails, reach an old monastery, walk through a sacred forest trail searching for birds, visit a weekly village market or stroll through the pristine farmlands.

Walk to Mangalbarey  - A short 20-minute gentle walk from the farmhouse on the motorable road will take you to a tiny clean town, Mangalbarey, that translates in English – as 'a Tuesdayer'. The place is known for a weekly market, which takes place each Tuesday. A visit to this small town on the market day is a fascinating experience. You will observe the locals' daily chores and witness the traditional market that contrasts with the typical city market.

Walk to Lhuentse Gompa - Walk for about 2hrs to an old Buddhist Monastery. Perched on a hilltop above Mangalbary town, Lhuentse Monastery offers a stunning 360-degree view of the surrounding Higher Himalayan ranges. Visit this small hermitage and try to interact with a monk here to know about Buddhism. On your return, walk down through the farmland and witness the daily farm activity of the villagers.MORE

Day Hike with Birding at Barsey Sanctuary - Staying at Biksthang, one can go for a trek to Barsey Rhododendron Sanctuary at 3000 meters, a natural habitat for Red Panda. More than 200 species of rare and vulnerable bird have been recorded in this small sanctuary. You can occupy days with visits to sacred Lakes, Waterfalls, the oldest monasteries, Caves, hot springs and local villages.

Farm Activity - To enjoy the farm more closely, we invite you to participate in the farm activity with your host. You can have a first-hand farmhouse experience as you help the farm people prepare the fodder for the cattle or feed the chicken and collect fresh eggs. You may even try milking the cows in the morning and walking to the garden to collect fresh vegetables that the host will prepare for your dinner. Being part of the family, you learn the people's lives more closely, and at the same time, it gives you a different insight about Sikkim that remains active in your memory for a long time.

Cocking Experience - If you want to learn the traditional way of cooking, we have something unique for you to present. With your host at the farmhouse, we take you on a journey back to the roots, where you witness the method of slow cooking over the wood fire. You will be amazed to observe how the cooking process also forms a way of meditation. All the ingredients are the product of farmhouse and organic. You will also learn the recipes and anecdotes associated with them.

Hot Stone Herbal Bath - Nothing can be more soothing and relaxing after a day hike than taking a traditional hot stone herbal bath, locally known as Menchu. This herbal bath is a unique Sikkimese invention that cures body aches, skin disease, and arthritis apart from giving a complete relaxation of body and soul. Preparing the bath is a long process of 4 to 6 hours and should be pre-intimated. MORE