Travel Guide of Darjeeling in India by Influencers and Travelers

Darjeeling is a town and municipality in the northernmost region of the Indian state of West Bengal. Located in the Eastern Himalayas, it has an average elevation of 2,045 metres.

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1 - Tiger Hill, Darjeeling

Tiger Hill is located in Darjeeling, in the Indian State of West Bengal. It has a panoramic view of Mount Everest and Mount Kanchenjunga together.

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2 - Kangchenjunga Hill

Darjeeling is a city and a municipality in the Indian state of West Bengal. It is located in the Lesser Himalayas at an elevation of 2,000 metres.

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3 - Coffee & Tea Tours in Darjeeling

Darjeeling Tea has gained worldwide recognition.  There are a number of Tea Plantations in the Darjeeling Region.  Sourenee Tea Estate is situated in the picturesque Mirik Valley of the Darjeeling district in West Bengal, India. The name Sourenee is a combination of two words: “Sour” – a tree that grows in this region having some medicinal value and “Rani” which indicates ‘Queen of the Valley’.   You will have a tour of the estate (plantation), then lunch will be served at the Garden Managers Bungalow.  After lunch, you will be given a tour of the factory and take part in a small Tea Tasting Session. Highlights • Plantation Tour • Lunch • Factory visit • Tea Tasting ceremony

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4 - Happy Valley

Happy Valley Tea Estate is a tea garden in Darjeeling district in the Indian state of West Bengal. Established in 1854, it is Darjeeling's second oldest tea estate.

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5 - Senchal Wildlife Sanctuary

   6 km away

Senchal Wildlife Sanctuary was set up in 1915 in the Darjeeling District of West Bengal, India.

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6 - Bird Watching in Darjeeling

Along with a local bird expert with more than ten years of experience in birdwatching in the Darjeeling district, we will ensure you have a unique experience in locating and viewing some of our exotic birds. We are both Nature enthusiasts and have been observing the movement patterns of birds, the disappearance of traditional birds and the welcome of newer birds due to changes in the environment brought about by global warming.

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7 - Barbatia Rock Garden

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8 - Kurseong

   17 km away

Kurseong is a town and a municipality in Darjeeling district in the Indian state of West Bengal. It is the headquarters of the Kurseong subdivision.

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9 - Shore Excursions in Darjeeling

Gangtok and Darjeeling is the perfect destination for you to escape to. Come see the beautiful mountain scenery, lakes, and Tibetan villages. Enjoy staying in a hotel with all the comforts of home. We take care of your pick-up and drop-off so you can relax and enjoy your trip.

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10 - Tonglu, West Bengal

   18 km away

Tonglu is the one of the higher peaks of the Singalila Ridge and a small settlement inside the Singalila National Park in the Darjeeling subdivision, Darjeeling district in the state of West Bengal in India near the India - Nepal border.

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11 - Mirik

   20 km away

Mirik is a small town and a Notified Area of Darjeeling district in the state of West Bengal, India. It is the headquarters of the Mirik subdivision. The name Mirik comes from the Lepcha words Mir-Yok meaning "place burnt by fire".

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12 - Camping in Darjeeling

The incandescent view of Kanchenjunga Massif adorn the clear blue skies above the park. Each and every turn unfurls a pleasant surprise of wilderness and scenic beauty. Located in the Eastern Himalayas, you get the virgin views of the mountains spanning from Nepal to Bhutan.

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13 - Kalimpong

   21 km away

Kalimpong is a town and a municipality in the Indian state of West Bengal. It is located at an average elevation of 1,250 metres. The town is the headquarters of the Kalimpong district.

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14 - Coronation Bridge

   26 km away

The Coronation Bridge, also known as the Sevoke Roadway Bridge, in West Bengal, India, spans across the Teesta River, connecting the districts of Darjeeling and Kalimpong. The bridge is a part of the National Highway 17 [NH 31 ].

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15 - Rafting in Darjeeling

White Water Rafting in the crystal clear blue water of river Teesta offers you a thrilling adventure while you traverse the majestic landscapes of the Himalayan foothills. The River Teesta and its tributary Rangit thunder down the mountains of Darjeeling and create foaming white water and stretches with varying rapids that are excellent for rafting. Teesta River has been ranked at Grade 4 on the international scale. Teesta has a series of rapids with intermittent intensity and character while its tributary Rangit has more turbulent waters and offers a greater challenge.

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16 - Sandakphu

   27 km away

Sandakphu or Sandakfu is the highest peak in the state of West Bengal, India. It is the highest point of the Singalila Ridge in Darjeeling district on the West Bengal-Nepal border.

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17 - Pelling

   32 km away

Pelling is a small hill town in the district of West Sikkim, India. Pelling is nestled at an altitude of 2,150 m. The town is located at a distance of 10 km from the district headquarters of Geyzing and 131km from Gangtok.

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18 - Tathagata Tsal (Buddha Park), Ravangla

   33 km away
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19 - Siliguri

   37 km away

Siliguri is a city which spans areas of the Darjeeling and Jalpaiguri districts in the Indian state of West Bengal. Known as The Gateway of Northeast India, Siliguri is popular for three Ts - tea, timber and tourism.

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20 - Gangtok

   48 km away

Gangtok is a city, municipality, the capital and the largest populated place of the Indian state of Sikkim. It is also the headquarters of the Gangtok District. Gangtok is in the eastern Himalayan range, at an elevation of 1,650 m.

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Darjeeling is a town in West Bengal, India. It is located in the foothills of the Himalayas. Darjeeling is known for its tea plantations and its views of the Himalayas.

When planning your trip to Darjeeling, keep in mind that the best time to visit is between October and November, when the weather is cooler and the skies are clear. If you're interested in seeing the famous Darjeeling tea plantations, be sure to schedule your visit during the harvest season (March to April). Also, keep in mind that many of the attractions in Darjeeling are located in the hill region, so be prepared for a bit of hiking. Finally, be sure to try some of the local cuisine - Darjeeling is known for its delicious Tibetan food.

The best travel experience in Darjeeling, India is definitely the mountain views. The scenery is absolutely breathtaking and it's an experience you won't forget.

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