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31/03/2025

TAMANG GAON ।।

Just 28 km from Darjeeling, near Lamahatta, lies a little-known village—Tamang Gaon. A winding road, pine forests, the calls of mountain birds, tiny wooden houses, and the familiar scent of burning wood in the evening make this a serene retreat. Since it’s not well-known, there are no crowds of tourists. Far from the noise of markets and vehicles, our cozy cottage offers warm hospitality, along with tranquility, silence, and the embrace of nature. Imagine sipping coffee while gazing at Kanchenjunga against the vast blue sky—what more could you ask for?

However, this place isn’t for everyone. The road becomes a bit rough toward the end. Most importantly, aside from nature, you won’t find much here. But if you seek closeness to nature, this is the perfect destination. Come, you won’t be disappointed. You can also enjoy village walks, jungle trails, or even try farming in your leisure time.

Nearby Attractions

Just a short distance away, Lamahatta offers a beautiful roadside garden created without disturbing the ecological balance and biodiversity. Here, you’ll find various species of orchids. Sitting under the shade of pine trees with a loved one, surrounded by the beauty of the mountains, you might just lose yourself in an unknown paradise. A short trek uphill leads to a small sacred lake, revered by the locals.

Only 8 km away, you can visit Takdah Orchid Center and Garidhura Fort on a day trip. Other nearby attractions include Glenburn Tea Estate, Rangli Rangliot Tea Estate, Lopchu, and Peshok Tea Estate. Additionally, just 8 km from Lamahatta, Peshok Viewpoint offers a stunning view of the confluence of the Teesta and Rangeet rivers, known as Triveni—a breathtaking sight.

Travel Information:
Distance from New Jalpaiguri (NJP): 75 km (approx. 3 to 3.5 hours by car)
Car rental from NJP: ₹4000–₹4500

Tariff Details:

Duplex Cottage:
Double Sharing – ₹2,000 per person per day (includes breakfast, snacks, and dinner)
Triple Sharing – ₹1,900 per person per day (includes breakfast, snacks, and dinner)
Four Sharing – ₹1,800 per person per day (includes breakfast, snacks, and dinner)

Standard Room (Double Sharing): ₹1,800 per person per day (includes breakfast, snacks, and dinner)

Additional activities like BBQ, bonfire, birdwatching, and jungle trails can be arranged upon prior request.

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16/05/2024

LAMAHATTA ।।

Surrounded by Pine trees, Lamahatta, has been attracting many nature lovers, with her fascinating beauty. Later in collaboration with the state government and local people, Lamahatta became a great tourist destination of West Bengal. The word 'Lama' means 'Buddhist Monk' and 'Hatta' means 'Hut' or 'House'.

Height of Lamahatta is 5700 feet. This village is located just beside Darjeeling- kalimpong highway, only 23 km away from Darjeeling. Mainly Bhutia, Sherpa, Yalmos, Tamang and Dukpas are the permanent residents here. Farming and animal husbandry are their main livelihood. But recently, as Lamahatta becomes famous as a tourist spot, people are also making a living by making homestay and providing guest services.

You can see mighty Kanchenjunga from this resort Lamahatta, just sitting inside the room. This small hill station is ideal for those who are looking for an address to spend in seclusion near nature.

Without disturbing the ecological balance and biodiversity of nature, a Roadside garden have been built here. Different species of Orchids can be seen here in this garden. Sitting next to your loved one in the shadows of the Pine trees and enjoying the beauty of such a beautiful garden in the middle of mountains, you will be lost in an unknown abode. The row of prayer flags on one side of the garden will also draw your attention. Your mind will be refreshed in the cold air blowing through this sacred prayer flags. In this garden, there is a wooden tower from which you can see Namchi, Darjeeling, Tiger hill and Kanchenjunga on a clear day. All in all, the feeling of Lamahatta will stay in your mind for a long time.

Places to hangout nearby :-
We've already mentioned the Roadside Garden or Lamahatta Park. There is also a small road from Lamahatta, reaches to the hilltop where you can see a small lake, which is very sacred to the locals. Another road from Lamahatta, surrounded by Pine trees can lead to Takdah, which is near about 8 km. Apart from this Takdah Orchid Centre and Gari Danda fort can be visited in a day's trip. Also Glenburn Tea estate, Rungli Rungliot Tea estate, Takdah Tea estate near Lamahatta worth visiting. Only 6 km from Lamahatta is Peshok view point from where you can see the confluence of Teesta and Rangit, which is known as 'Tribeni'. In a word, it's beauty is indescribable. Also visit the Cave Temple and the Lamahatta Monastery on foot. In a word Lamahatta is an ideal destination for two-day tour.

Distance from NJP to Lamahatta is 70 km and it takes near about 3 hours to reach there from NJP, by car.
Car charges Rs 4000-4500/-.

Accommodation charge for Resort :-

Double Bed Deluxe Room including Breakfast :- Rs 3,000/-
( For 2 persons)

• Super Deluxe Double Bed Room including Breakfast :- 4,500/-
(For 2 Persons)

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07/05/2024

TUKREY ‌।।

Tukrey is a small hill village on the banks of Rangbhang river in the eastern part of Darjeeling district. Nepali speaking people live in this village. 8 km down the valley from Mirik lies the village of Tukrey at an altitude of 2500 feet. Besides the unique beauty of the mountain valley, come here if you want to get lost in the curved paths of the mountains. On the way, you will find many small tea gardens. Tea plantations like Bukim, Singril etc can be found on the way to Tukrey. At night, the beauty of the mountains increases when the light shines on them. Those who come to Sandakphu trek can also come here. Disstance from Manebhanjan to Tukrey is only of one hour. The river flowing by the homesteay creates a beautiful scenery. There are many orange and tea plantations along the banks of this river. In a word, Tukrey is a picture painted by the artist. Here you wake up with the sound of the river flowing by and the birds calling. A paradise for bird lovers too. A lot of Himalayan birds can be seen on the way through the forest.

Urban luxury facilities will not be found in in village stay but this homestay, a riverside hideaway, is ideal for those looking for some peace and quiet away from the hustle and bustle of Darjeeling. You will also get great hospitality and completely organic food. At luxury accommodation, spend two days close to nature to relieve the tiredness.

There are many places to see around. You can hike around tea gardens, orange gardens and village walks to see small villages. There are orange groves on the banks of Rangbhang river. Besides, you can see Paksam Park, Mukti Bridge, Vishnu Temple, Shiva Temple from here. Mirik, Gopaldhara, Simana View Point, Gufa Patal, Pashupati Market, Jhorpokhri can be visited in a day. Kanyam in Nepal is also very close, you can visit if you want.

Distance from New Jalpaiguri is 65 km,
car rental- 4,500-5,000/- small car (approx)
5,000-5,500/- big car(approx) It takes about 3 hours.

Homestay Expenses-
2500/- per person per day including meal in Duplex Deluxe Cottage. (Double Sharing)
2300/- Per person per day including meals (Triple or more Sharing)
1700/- per person per day including meals in standard room.

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22/04/2024

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20/04/2024

MANGALBAREY ।।

Mangalbarey is a small mountain village in western part of Sikkim. Not a familiar tourist destination where the morning bird sings calmly into the dense green. A hill surrounded by greenery and a small decorated mountain English cottage welcomes you to the land of peace. Tell me what else you want? And if you want morning tea with your loved one in serenity, or with your favourite novel on a long afternoon with the mountains, there is no chattering of mails on laptops, no sales projections for the next month, the address of such a small house in this hidden village in West Sikkim is perfect destination for your leisure. No, you can't see Kanchenjunga from here, not even a long list of sightseeings from here. Here you will only find silence, peace and there are stories of some simple people falling in love with nature with smiling faces. To be honest, those who love greenery, those who like tranquility and those who want to taste the local cuisine with a little comfort can come and spend two days in this little house of yours. Only the clouds and the mountain birds will know the address of your house in the mountains.

Ringchenpong, Kaluk, Soreng and even Pelling, Legship can be easily visited from Mangalbarey. On the other hand, Ravangla, Namchi can also be visited. But if you come to Mangalbarey keep it for village walk, birding and just having a leisurely day. Also taste the local cuisine at the homestay with warm hospitality.

Distance from New Jalpaiguri to Mangalbarey via Jorethang is 111 km. It takes about 4 hours to reach.Car rentals are, small car 5000/-(Approx.), big Car 5500/- (Approx.)

Homestay cost- 1600/- per person per day inclusive of all meals.

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22/02/2024

KALUK ।।

The hill town at an altitude of 5580 feet is now quite well known for its scenic beauty and view of Kanchenjunga. Apart from the natural beauty, this region is also very important historically. But there are many travelers who want to see Kanchenjunga once they come to the hills. There can be no better place for them. It's like 'coffee with Kanchan' from morning to night.
This premium resort is at Kaluk in the western part of Sikkim. The village is like a picture on a postcard, an ideal address for those who prefer to be away from the hustle and bustle. Due to the location, it's magnificent beauty of Kanchenjunga makes this resort more attractive to the travel enthusiasts. Those who stay at this modern and luxurious resort will want to return to those memories again and again.
Ghonday Village Resort provides premium category rooms with hot & cold water, Room Heater, Hot Bag and Bed Tea in Winter, Internet, Laundry, Lawn in Front of Each Cottage, Restaurant, 24 Hours Room Service, TV, Children Park Local Culture Program (On Demand) and welcomes guests with warm Sikkimese traditions along with local food and complementary beverages.

Nearby are the ruins of Rabdantes, where you'll find ancient ruins of a crumbling civilization. Apart from this, Pelling, Premaency Monastery, Kanchenjunga Falls, Rimbi Falls, Darap Village, Change Water Falls, Singsore Bridge, Khechiperi Lake can all be visited from here. Pelling's Skywalk is now the ultimate tourist attraction. The 137 feet giant Chenridge statue is also worth a visit. You can easily see from here. Chayatal Lake, Sreejungha Temple, He Water Garden etc. can also be visited. Rinchenpong has two eighteenth-century monasteries. Gurung and Risham Monasteries. The mountain view from Rism Monastery is also amazing. This place is called Maggi Dara. Poisson Lake is a must visit from Kaluk. It is said that this lake is haunted, the British used to drink the water of this lake in the 18th century, so the local people fed up with their torture and mixed poison in the water of this lake. There is no shortage of places to roam. So it is better to come here with some time in hand.

130 km from NJP to Kaluk, car fares are small car 5000/-, big car 6000/- approx.

The resort has different types of rooms, the room rent starts from Rs.3500/-. Call or WhatsApp for details.

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15/02/2024

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13/02/2024

Nature's own music...

10/02/2024

TEMI TEA GARDEN ll

If you visit South Sikkim and not Temi Tea Garden, your visit will not be complete. This is the only tea garden in Sikkim, you will be mesmerized by its appearance and view. Temi is one of the best flavored places in the Sikkim. The magnificent beauty of Kanchenjunga, on the other hand, the vast tea garden wrapped in green on the hillside combined with call of various birds and the quiet nature.
This mesmerizing beauty Temi is further enhanced in winter when the garden blooms with cherry blossoms. And if you have your loved one with you, your holiday mood will increase surely. Nowadays many tourists come to this place. However, most of them come from Ravangla or Namchi for sightseeing. But sitting in the rooftop at Cherry Resort in Temi Tea Garden and watching the sunrise in the morning with hot tea can be one of the ultimate gains of your travel experience. Cherry Resort, is the best address in Temi Tea Garden for staying. Take a morning walk along the tea garden road to this resort. You will be accompanied by the fragrance of the mountains and all the mysterious lovers of the natural nature. You can feel the smell of tea leaves from the balcony of rooms. Spending two days at Cherry Resort, will be an extraordinary experience. They have their own restaurant, foods served are also quite delicious.

You can easily visit surroundings of Ravangla or Namchi fromTemi. Sampadrupse Monastery, Namchi Chardham, Namchi Ropeway, Rock Garden, Ravangla Buddha Park etc. can all be visited in a day. However, those travelers who do not like the crowds of tourist spots, the rush of sightseeing, just want to feel the solitude of nature, they must stay here. There are small stalls at the entrance of Temi Tea Garden where you can buy tes. You can sit there and sip a cup of tea to see the beauty outside. And if you want to buy tea, you will get this at the reception of Cherry Resort too.

Distance from New Jalpaiguri to Temi is 119 km. Approximate small car rental is Rs. 5,000-5,500/ -. Distance from Ravangla to Temi is 16 km.

Resort Tarrifs: Please refer to the last photograph of the post.

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11/01/2024

SANGSEY ।।

Sangsey is a small hill hamlet surrounded by green hills, situated near to Kalimpong. Sangsey Khasmahal is an unique creation of nature surrounded by Delo hills inside Neora Valley National Park. For those who are tired of daily monotonous work in brick-wood-stone jungle, it is a true "escape from reality" in the words of TS Eliot. This hidden location in the thick green nature can be an ideal destination to relieve the boredom of your monotonous life. On a two-day holiday, those who are looking for an offbeat mountain getaway can come to Sangsey. Kanchenjunga can be seen from the balcony itself. All in all, nature will welcome you with all its splendor. This small village is very sparsely populated, with not many home or homestays. But hospitality here is excellent. You will feel the presence of Kanchenjunga just by sitting on the terrace of this homestay. Sitting here with loved ones and watching the clouds play in the sky can pass a few days. Even if you don't get the extravagance of a hotel or resort, you will get homely hospitality at homestay.

Kalimpong town is very close from here. Being only 14 km away, one can visit Kalimpong in a day outing. Places like Durpin, Delo, Ramitey View Point, Hanuman Talk etc are very close by. These can also be visited in a days visit. Lava-Lolegao, Reshop, Kolakham, Iccheygaon, Silereygao etc. can be visited from Sangsey. Belonging to the Neora Valley National Park, you can enjoy this hidden hideaway of the Himalayas by walking around it. For those who love birds, look for various birds in all corners of the Himalayas, in one word, Sangsey is a heavenly destination. Avoiding the hustle and bustle of package trips, the crowds of so-called tourist spots, so let Sansey be your haven.

Distance from New Jalpaiguri to Sangse is 85 km. It takes three hours by car. Car fare is Rs.5,000/- (Approx.).

Homestay Cost – Rs.1500/- per person per day including all meals. (minimum two)

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