KALIMPONG LAVA RISHOP LOLEGAON KOLAKHAM TOUR PACKAGES

Kalimpong

Kalimpong Hills is classified as an ecological hotspot, one of the ecoregions of India. Neora Valley National Park lies within the Kalimpong subdivision and is home to tigers. Some Royal Bengal Tiger was found and captured in Camera here in the Year 2015. Acacia, cinnamon, ficus, bamboo and cardamom, are found in the hillsides around Kalimpong. The forests at higher altitudes are of pine trees and other evergreen alpine vegetation. Seven species of rhododendrons are found in the region east of Kalimpong. The temperate deciduous forests include oak, birch, maple and alder.  Three hundred species of orchid are found around Kalimpong. The Red panda, Clouded leopard, Siberian weasel, Asiatic black bear, barking deer, Himalayan tahr, goral, gaur and pangolin are some of the fauna found near Kalimpong. Avifauna of the region include the pheasants, cuckoos, minivets, flycatchers, bulbuls, orioles, owls, partridges, sunbirds, warblers, swallows, swifts and woodpeckers. Kalimpong is also known for their rich practice of cactus cultivation. Its nurseries attract people from far and wide for the absolutely stunning collection of cacti they cultivate. The strains of cacti, though not indigenous to the locale, have been carefully cultivated over the years, and now the town boasts one of the most fascinating and exhaustive collections of Cactus. The plants have adapted well to the altitude and environment, and now prove to be one of the chief draws of Kalimpong Tour Packages.

Lava

Lava is a small hamlet situated 30 kilometers east of the town of Kalimpong. It is situated at an altitude of 7,200 feet. It is the entry point to the Virgin Neora Valley National Park from Kalimpong. The route to Lava is scenic with the change in vegetation from tropical deciduous to the wet alpine trees of fir, pine and birch. Lava can be reach through Gorubathan from Damdim or Malbazar of Jalpaiguri District. Distance from Gorubathan is 50 kilometres. The Road is Wide, Smooth and full with Scenic Beauty in every turn. A Buddhist Monastery is present on one of the hills of Lava. Notable sites of tourism interest include Lava Nature Interpretation Center, Changey Waterfalls, Rache-La, Kolakham and Lava Kagyu Thek Chen Ling Monastery.

Lolegaon

Loleygaon is a Lepcha village situated in the extreme end of a Himalayan ridge. It is located at a distance of 24 km from Lava, at an altitude of 9,800 ft. This region is characterized by abruptly rising hills and numerous small streams. The village provides a 180 degree view of Kanchenjunga.

Rishop

Rishyap is also spelt as Rishop. Rishyap was developed as a tourist destination recently in 1998. The place is well known for the majestic views of the Kanchenjunga range. Over the years, many tourists accommodations have come up at Rishyap. The local Sherpas and Lepchas have built small cottage-type accommodations for tourist. Tiffin Dhara, a sunrise-view spot, is about 1 km from here. Stay in Rishop is primary attraction of Kalimpong Tour Packages.

Kalimpong can be reached by several modes of transport, including air, rail, and road.

By Air

The nearest airport to Kalimpong is Bagdogra Airport, located about 79 km away. From Bagdogra, you can hire a taxi or take a shared cab to reach Kalimpong. The drive takes approximately 2.5 to 3 hours, offering scenic views along the way.

By Train

The closest major railway station is New Jalpaiguri (NJP), which is about 75 km from Kalimpong. NJP is well-connected to major cities like Kolkata, Delhi, and Guwahati. From NJP, taxis and shared vehicles are available for the journey to Kalimpong, which takes about 2.5 to 3 hours.

By Road

Kalimpong is well-connected by road to neighbouring cities like Darjeeling (around 50 km), Siliguri (about 66 km), and Gangtok (around 75 km). Regular buses, shared cabs, and private taxis operate between these destinations and Kalimpong. The journey offers beautiful views of the Teesta River and the mountains.

Kalimpong Tour Packages  Overview & Itinerary 

Day 1 : Arrival at NJP Station/ Bagdogra Airport. Transfer via Gajoldoba Teesta Barrage, Baikunthapur Forest and Garubathan to Reach Rishop/ Kalimpong/ Lava. Check in At Hotel, after lunch trek to Tiffin Dhara to witness the sunset or take a forest trail nearby to enjoy the raw wilderness of Neora National Park.

Day 2: Early morning rise to see the sunrise and the lights shine on  the magnificent Kunchenjunga. After breakfast at hotel start for a full day Kalimpong Sight seeing Tour covering Grahams Home Missionary School, Lord Buddha Statue, Sherpa View Pont, Goddess Durga Temple, Hanuman Temple, Deolo Hills, Mangal Dham, Thongsa Gumpha, Army golf course, Morgan House, Durpin Monastery, Jelepla View Point, Pratima Tagore House, Pine View Nursery, Kali Mandir. Return to hotel by evening and enjoy a  campfire. Overnight at hotel. 

Day 3: In case you missed the trek to Tiffin dhara on the 1st day today early morning take a trek and reach the top before the sunrise. You will experience the most memorable sunrise and view of the Kunchenjunga. Return to hotel for breakfast and later start your journey  to Loleygaon via Lava. Enroute visit the Lava Monaestry and Nature Interpretation center. After that check in at hotel in Lolegaon. Afternoon free for visiting the canopy walk and the nearby jungles.

Day 4: After breakfast start tour to Changey falls. once you reach the road near the falls you have to take an trek to the base which is about 700 steps. Reach the buttom of the fall to enjoy the astounding beauty. Return to the car and resume your journey to the village of Kolakham. Once you reach Kolakham you can enjoy the virgin forests also called the Silent valley. Take a stroll in the woods nearby which echo only the sound of the birds chriping away. Afterwards return to your hotel in Lolegaon. Overnight at hotel.

Day 5: After late breakfast at hotel start for NJP Station/ Bagdogra Airport. With that we end your Kalimpong Lava Lolegaon Rishop Tour. With this we complete Lava Lolegao 

Lava, Lolegaon Rishop, Kalimpong Tour Packages can be undertaken staying at any two places of all

the places or even at Kolakham.