himalayan eagle
Chibbo Basty, Kalimpong, West Bengal
House Rules
Check-in time: 12:00 pm
Check-out time: 11:00 am
For early check-ins or late check-outs don’t be shy to check with us.
Slow and soft music is okay, but please do not play loud music. You are in the middle of nature and a village
Services of the staff are available until 10:00 pm
We follow a strict no-smoking policy inside the house. You may ask the caretaker for an ashtray and smoke outside the house if you need to.
Water at Himalayan Eagle is drawn from natural spring approx. 5Kms away. There is enough for all of us however we advise you not to waste water and be responsible
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Wifi and Connectivity:
There is a good 4G connectivity for Airtel and Jio users, unless the weather is bad. Anyone who needs dedicated connection should carry an Airtel/Jio Sim and it works very good for video/work. We don’t have a WiFi connection facility.
Cancellation Policy:
Date of booking – 31 days before arrival: 25 % cancellation fee on the total booking amount
30 Days – 15 Days: 50 % cancellation fee on the total booking amount
Within 14 days from date of arrival: No refunds
Getting There:
Khirsu is well connected by motorable roads to different parts of the state. Public and private buses regularly connect the hill town with nearby cities and towns.
By Train
The nearest rail head is at Kotdwara which is just 115 km away from Khirsu. One can easily get a cab or catch a bus for Khirsu from the railway station.
By Air
The nearest airport is at Dehradun which is 145 km away from Khirsu. One can easily get a cab or catch a bus for Khirsu from the airport.
We will share the exact directions upon confirmation. We have pickup, drop facility from Dehradun Airport/Kotdwara Station, which are chargeable additionally. We also offer accommodation for the drivers at the property at an additional cost. Please inform us at the time of booking so that appropriate arrangements can be made.
Reaching the property in daylight is advisable
The Stay
Khirsu is home to numerous charming homestays, and among them, BASA stands out as a remarkable retreat. Developed by the Uttarakhand government under a public-private partnership, this homestay embodies the essence of traditional Garhwali architecture. Constructed using locally sourced stone, BASA reflects the heritage-style homes built by the region’s communities.
Designed to offer an authentic Garhwali experience, the homestay features intricately carved doors in the traditional style, adorned with god sculptures at the top—believed to provide protection and positive energy to the home. The building itself follows a classic architectural approach, ensuring earthquake resistance while seamlessly blending traditional aesthetics with modern comforts. Guests can enjoy rooms that merge heritage elements with contemporary conveniences.
At BASA, visitors can savor the flavors of Garhwali cuisine, lovingly prepared by the hosts, alongside other meal options tailored to their preferences. Located just 19 km from Pauri Garhwal and 30 km from Srinagar Garhwal, Khirsu offers a serene escape into nature.
Mornings here are nothing short of magical—waking up to the soothing melodies of birdsong, surrounded by the fresh mountain air and the peaceful charm of village life. Sipping a warm cup of tea outside the cottage, with a soft breeze carrying the fragrance of the forest, is an experience that truly nourishes the soul.
To Experience
Wake up in the morning and envision beautiful sunrise, sunrays coming through the lush forest trees. You can embark on the serene morning walk and enjoy bird watching listening to the sound of nature. After breakfast you can explore nearby areas you can visit Kandolia in Pauri, Sri Kyunkaleshwar temple dedicated to Lord Shiva.
Khirsu is blessed with lush forest and orchards. Go for a village walk you can find mushroom cultivation. You can experience village life and explore hidden beauty of the hill station by walking through dense forest and jungle trails. This hill station offers tranquil experience.
The place is loved by cyclist as it offers several cycle tracks with picturesque view of Himalayan ranges.
suggested Itineraries
Lansdowne – Khirsu – Rishikesh
Duration: 05 Nights/ 06 Days
Day 1: Dehradun – Lansdowne
Today on arrival pick up from Airport / Railway station and proceed towards Lansdowne via Kotdwar, on arrival check in at hotel & relax. Lansdowne is situated at an altitude of 1700 mts above sea level surrounded with thick oak and blue pine forests. Evening free for individual activities.
Overnight at Lansdowne
Distance: 7 km | Time: 5 Hrs. | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Stay Option :
Day 2: Lansdowne (Sight Seeing)
Today after breakfast local sightseeing of Lansdowne, places to visit (Church, Tip-In-Top, St.John’s Church, St. Marry’s Church, Lansdowne Lake (Bhulla Tal), Tarkeshwar Mahadev etc) evening back to hotel.
Overnight at Lansdowne
Distance: 7 km | Time: 5 Hrs. | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Stay Option :
Day 3: Lansdowne -- Khirsu
Today after breakfast check out the hotel and drive toward Pauri which is 81 kms away from Lansdowne on Kotdwar – Pauri Road. (Beautiful town, Pauri is a district headquarter of Pauri Garwal) It is situated at an altitude of 1814 mts above sea level abundantly blessed with nature’s bounty like snow-capped Himalayan peaks and dense forests. On arrival check in at hotel & relax, later enjoy the sightseeing local Market of Pauri, evening back to hotel.
Overnight at Khirsu
Distance: 7 km | Time: 5 Hrs. | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Stay Option :
Day 4: Khirsu (Sight Seeing)
Today after breakfast check out the hotel and drive toward Pauri which is 81 kms away from Lansdowne on Kotdwar – Pauri Road. (Beautiful town, Pauri is a district headquarter of Pauri Garwal) It is situated at an altitude of 1814 mts above sea level abundantly blessed with nature’s bounty like snow-capped Himalayan peaks and dense forests. On arrival check in at hotel relax, later enjoy the sightseeing local Market of Pauri, evening back to hotel.
Overnight at Khirsu
Distance: 7 km | Time: 5 Hrs. | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Stay Option :
Day 5: Khirsu -- Rishikesh
After breakfast checkout from hotel and proceed to Rishikesh via Devpryag. On arrival check in hotel & relax. Later explore local temple and Market of Rishikesh. Evening join Ganga aarti at Swarg Ashram. Later back to hotel
Overnight at Rishikesh
Distance: 7 km | Time: 5 Hrs. | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Stay Option :
Day 6: Departure
Breakfast at hotel. Today at leisure check out the hotel and drive back to Delhi/ Calcutta
Corn Village – Dhanaulti – Chamba – Khirsu
Duration: 06 Nights/ 07 Days
Day 1: Dehradun – Mussoorie/ Corn Village
Today on arrival pick up from Airport / Railway station and proceed towards Mussoorie via Dehradun, on arrival check in at hotel & relax. Free for individual activities.
Dinner & Overnight at Corn Village
Distance: 7 km | Time: 5 Hrs. | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Stay Option :
Day 2: Mussoorie
Breakfast at hotel. Today half day Sightseeing to Kempty Fall, after enjoying the water fall of Kempty comes back to Mussoorie evening explores local Mussoorie and enjoy walk at the Mall, later back to hotel.
Overnight at Corn Village
Distance: 7 km | Time: 5 Hrs. | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Stay Option :
Day 3: Mussoorie – Dhanaulti
After breakfast drive towards Dhanaulti.which is 25 kms away from Mussoorie on Mussoorie – Chamba Road. On arrival check in to hotel. Later sightseeing tour of Dhanaulti. Dhanaulti is situated at an altitude of 2286 mts above sea level. Dhanaulti is the launching point for numerous treks into the snow – capped Himalayas. Later back to hotel.
Overnight at Dhanaulti
Distance: 7 km | Time: 5 Hrs. | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Stay Option :
Day 4: Dhanaulti – Chamba
Breakfast at hotel. Today at leisure Check out the hotel Proceed to Chamba, explore local view of Chamba, It has an overlooking view of spectacular snowcapped mountains of Himalayas, On arrival check in at Hotel & relax, Later proceed to visit Tehri Dam (One of the largest Dam of India), evening back to hotel.
Overnight at Chamba
Distance: 7 km | Time: 5 Hrs. | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Stay Option :
Day 5: Chamba – Khirsu
Today after breakfast check out the hotel and drive toward Pauri which is 113 kms away from Chamba. (It’s a Beautiful town, Pauri is a district headquarter of Pauri Garhwal) It is situated at an altitude of 1814 mts above sea level abundantly blessed with nature’s bounty like snow-capped Himalayan peaks and dense forests (Beautiful town, Pauri is a district headquarter) on arrival check in at hotel & relax, later enjoy the sightseeing local Market of Pauri, evening back to hotel.
Overnight at Khirsu
Distance: 7 km | Time: 5 Hrs. | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Stay Option :
Day 6: Khirsu (Sightseeing)
Today after breakfast go for sightseeing tour of Pauri, places to visit (Kyunkaleshwar Mahadev Temple, Kandolia Devta Temple, Nag Devta Temple, Laxmi Narayan Temple, Khirsu & Pauri City) evening back to hotel.
Overnight at Khirsu
Distance: 7 km | Time: 5 Hrs. | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Stay Option :
Day 7: Khirsu – Dehradun/ Departure
Breakfast at hotel. Today at leisure check out the hotel and drive back to Delhi/ Calcutta
Impact Footprint
Cultural Preservation: Supporting the preservation of local community traditions and festivals. Kathbaddi Fair is the famous fair of Khirsu which is organized every year in April.
Economic Empowerment: Empowering local communities through sustainable tourism, generating employment for local communities and income generation for local businesses.
Environmental Sustainability: Promoting eco-friendly practices within the homestay and community.
Community Kitchen: Community kitchen bringing everyone together, food ties us to our community and it’s the thing that make us feel good and connected.