
At Ailyak, we feel that life is an experience meant to escape. , embrace. , feel. , live. , journal. , click. , reset. , reboot. , play. , love. , cherish. , connect. , align. , tune. , talk. , ascend. , achieve. , pause. , break. , build. , create. , share. , spread. , walk. , run. , breathe. , blink. , sip. , eat. , sleep. , work. , repeat. , wish. , manifest. , plan. , stay. , look. , find. , shift. , move. , enjoy. , think. , slow. , slow. , slow. , slow. , slow. , slow. , slow. , slow. , slow. , slow. , slow. , slow.
But why slow?
Everything is always racing.
Horns blare. Notifications buzz. Deadlines pile up. The heat is relentless. The pace, unforgiving.
The world moves fast—maybe too fast.
But imagine this:
You’re sitting barefoot on a soft patch of grass beside a mountain stream. The air is cool. Butterflies dance around you. Birds sing in symphony above the trees. A book rests gently in your hands, while the steady hum of the river calms your mind.
Or maybe you’re playing badminton at 8,000 feet.
Or meditating in silence between pine trees.
Or tracing the river upstream on a spontaneous expedition.
Or wrapped in a blanket, sipping coffee, reading your favorite book as mist rolls in.
Some days, you’ll work at your desk with a panoramic view of the mountains.
Other days, you’ll do nothing but lie by the river and breathe.
Evenings? They bring hikes through golden-lit trails.
Nights? A sky full of stars to fall asleep under.
All the while, the gentle rhythm of the river is with you—anchoring, soothing, reminding you that life doesn’t have to be loud to be meaningful.
And then something happens.
You begin to notice small details: the art on the wall, the curve of the wooden beams, the craftsmanship in every space.
You begin to feel something subtle, yet profound.
Life.
At Ailyak, we believe every moment should be savored. We create homes, spaces, and immersive experiences designed to be an antidote to overstimulation—inviting you to pause, to feel, and to reconnect.
We’ve built what we ourselves needed. A sanctuary from burnout, noise, and endless urgency.
Yes, the modern world is advancing—but at what cost?
Anxiety. Burnout. Shrinking attention spans. Disconnection. A longing for meaning.
In Hinduism, it’s said it takes 84,000 incarnations to be born as a human again.
This life is rare. And precious.
Come live it fully.
Come stay with us.
Come feel Ailyak.
What sets Ailyak apart isn’t just a bed for the night—it’s the promise of Ailyak Experiences
Thoughtfully designed journeys that turn every stay into an opportunity to rest, reset, and reconnect. While conventional hostels or homestays in Himachal may offer a roof and meals, Ailyak brings you:
Curated Mindfulness
Unlike any generic "relaxation package," we've condensed local wisdom into experiences like guided woodland bathing, private riverbank dips, and village immersion walks that help you unplug more thoroughly and quickly. This 'genuine nurturing environment' is something we wish to share with everyone. Making the most of such caring environment is made possible by the tranquility of Ailyak Shoja and its revitalizing activities. With the experiences developed in and around, the Ailyak Seri in Jibhi is our favorite homestay in Jibhi if you want to slow down a little bit more.
Local Expertise Meets Personal Service
Our guides are lifelong locals from Jibhi, Shoja, and Seri, and they know this region like the back of their hand. They’ll lead you to that tucked-away waterfall, brew the strongest, most flavorful wild tea, and time your river crossings perfectly around the monsoon. With their local know-how, plus delicious small-batch snacks, quality gear, and up-to-date weather info, you can relax and enjoy your adventure—without worrying about the details.
Sustainable & Community-Rooted
Every Ailyak Experience is designed to benefit the land and the people who care for it. We actively support local farmers, artisans, and forest custodians by sourcing ingredients, crafts, and guidance directly from their hands. A portion of every booking is reinvested into essential projects—trail maintenance to preserve hiking paths, forest and river cleanup drives to protect our waterways, and habitat restoration initiatives that nurture native wildlife. We also host interactive workshops and guided conversations to educate guests on practical steps like composting, waste separation, and low-impact travel, empowering you to reduce your carbon footprint long after you return home.
Tailored for Your Story
Over the years, we’ve welcomed all kinds of travelers—families in snow gear exploring winter landscapes, solo hikers finding new trails, digital nomads balancing Zoom calls with fresh mountain air, and teams seeking fresh inspiration outside the office. We’ve hosted honeymooning couples and anniversary getaways, guided guests through wellness routines, helped photographers chase the perfect sunrise (or starry sky), and walked spiritual seekers along temple paths by moonlight. Whatever brings you here, we tailor each Ailyak Experience to your interests—because a one-size-fits-all trip just isn’t our style.
Ailyak curates experiences which turn into "Experience of the lifetime"
Let’s find you some which you are missing in this timeline, or in an urgent need of it.
It's time for you
to slow down.
- Forest bathing at Ailyak
- Water Dipping at Ailyak
- Riverside Picnic at Ailyak
- Riverwalk at Ailyak
- Camping at Ailyak
- Raghupur Fort Stargazing
- Sunset Treks & Temple Trails
- Serolsar Lake Trek
- Rock Painting
- Wall Painting
- Forest & River Live Canvas
- Hidden Treasure Hike (Short)
- Riverside Solace Hike (Medium)
- Raghupur Fort Stargazing (Long)
- Tattoo Workshops
- Badminton
- Cricket
- Darts
- Board Games
- Card Games
- Bonfire at Ailyak
- Movie Nigths at Ailyak