Sandakphu

Sandakphu (Sandakfu) is the highest place in West Bengal. It is also the entry point to Singalila National Park. The view of the majestic Mt. Everest, Mt. Kanchenjunga and other snow capped peaks is mesmerizing. Singalila National Park is home to various species of birds and animals including Blood Pheasant, Red Panda and Himalayan Black Bear. Sandakfu is ideal for trekking. The trek starts from Manebhanjan. The way to Sandakphu from Manebhanjan via Chitrey, Meghma, Tonglu, Tumbling, Gairibus, Kalapokhri, Bikebhanjan is extremely beautiful. A number of trekker's huts and other accommodation options are available. The Singalila National Park becomes red in colour due to the blooming of Rhododendron flowers during the month of May. Those who are unable to trek can travel the distance by Land Rover car or horse.

View from Sandakphu

How to Reach

You can reach Ghum from Siliguri by car. From there hired cars are available to reach Manebhanjan. Trek to Sandakphu starts from Manebhanjan. Car charges from Manebhanjan to Sandakfu is around Rs. 4000/-. Contact: Singalila Land Rover Association, Tel: 8145822708, 9800667075.


Accommodation

Gorkha Territorial Administration Trekker's Hut is located at Gairibus and Sandakphu. For booking contact: GTA Tourism, Gorkha Bhavan, No. DD28, Sector 1, Salt Lake City, Kolkata - 700064. Tel: 9903174047, 033-23377534.
Hotel Exotica. Tariff - Rs. 400-700. Tel: 9733044512.

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Malda

Malda is one of the most famous tourist destinations of West Bengal. The city boasts of a rich heritage and has great historic importance. Gour, once the capital of Bengal is situated in Malda district. Gour and Pandua located at the two ends of the city of Malda are the prime attractions for the tourists. You can hire a car from Rathbari More Taxistand in order to visit Gour and Pandua. Car charges around Rs. 1500-1800. Gour is 17 km from Malda. The attractions are Piyasbari, Ramkeli Madanmohan Temple, Barduari, Dakhil Darwaza, Firozminar, Lukochuri Gate, Gumti Darwaza, Chika Masjid and Chamkati Masjid. A large mango garden can be seen here. Pandua is located 20 km from Malda. Adina Masjid is the main attraction of Pandua. Other attractions include Eklakhi Masjid, Salami Darwaza etc.

Malda

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How to Reach

Trains are running from Sealdah, Howrah and Kolkata to Malda Town. It takes 8 hours to reach Malda from Kolkata. Apart from this Malda bound buses are available from Esplanade Bus Terminus in Kolkata.


Accommodation

WBTDC Malda Tourist Lodge. Tariff - Rs. 800-1400. Tel: 03512-220911.
Hotel Continental. Tariff - Rs. 800-1200. Tel: 03512-220388, 253373.
Hotel Kalinga. Tariff - Rs. 650-1200. Tel: 03512-283567.
Hotel Natraj. Tariff - Rs. 400-850. Tel: 03512-220281.
New Heaven. Tariff - Rs. 1500-2500. Tel: 03512-252735.

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Uttarey

Uttarey is a small hilly village situated at a height of 7610 ft in West Sikkim. Some of the famous trekking routes of the Himalayas start from this village. Recently cars are plying from Uttarey to Laminipokhri (8200 ft). The view of Nathula Range, Singalila Range, Mt. Kanchenjunga, Mt. Pandim, Mt. Kabru and other snow capped peaks on a cloudless day is awe inspiring. Kagyut Monastery and Gumbadara Pokhri is located nearby. One can visit Manghim and Trout Breeding Centre by trekking or car. Mainbus Waterfalls is a two hour trek from Trout Fishing Centre. Asia's Second Highest Gorge Bridge, Singhshore Bridge is located 6 km from Uttarey. You can also visit Dentam, 9 km from Uttarey where you can witness terrace farming on the hill slopes and cheese processing at the Alpine Cheese Factory. Other attractions in Dentam include Jalpadevi Mandir, Durgamandir and Shivmandir.


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How to Reach

Trains are running from Sealdah, Howrah and Kolkata to New Jalpaiguri. The journey from Kolkata to New Jalpaiguri takes around 10 hours. Auto rickshaws are plying from New Jalpaiguri to Siliguri. Uttarey is 160 km from Siliguri. Cars are available to reach Uttarey. You can also get Jorthang-bound shared jeeps from Siliguri SNT Bus Stand. From Jorthang, hired jeeps are available to take you to Uttarey.



Accommodation

Nagbeli Resort. Tariff - Rs. 700-4000. Tel: 9733184535.

Green Valley Resort. Tariff - Rs. 700-1000. Tel: 9733084992.
Hotel Uttarey. Tariff - Rs. 900. Tel: 7407180232.

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Bishnupur

Bishnupur is a temple town situated in the Bankura district of West Bengal. It is famous for the terracotta temples and baluchari sarees. Tourists from all around India and even foreign countries visit Bishnupur every year to see these temples. You can hire a cycle rickshaw in order to see all the temples. The main attractions of Bishnupur are Rashmancha, Shyamrai Temple, Jorbangla Temple, Radheshyam Temple, Srimandir, Madanmohan Temple, Rajbari, Dalmadal Kaman (Cannon), Lalji Temple, Radhagobind Temple and Radhamadhab Temple. Other attractions include Murlimohan Temple, Nandalal Temple, Patpur Temple, Malleswar Temple and Sarbamangala Temple. You can also witness the process of making of Baluchari Saree.

Rasmancha, Bishnupur

How to Reach

Trains are running from Shalimar and Santragachi to Bishnupur. CSTC buses are also plying from Esplanade depot to Bishnupur.


Accommodation

WBTDC Bishnupur Tourist Lodge. Tariff - Rs. 750-1800. Tel: 03244-252013.
Hotel Heritage. Tariff - Rs. 600-1000. Tel: 03244-254298.
Udayan Lodge. Tariff - Rs. 800 onwards. Tel: 03244-252243.
Hotel Lakshmi Park. Tariff - Rs. 500-1500. Tel: 9474930666.
Meghmallar. Tariff - Rs. 600-1200. Tel: 03244-252258.
Holiday Resort. Tariff - Rs. 800-2500. Tel: 9333096465, 9475982470.

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Chatakpur

Chatakpur Eco Village is a hill village situated at a height of 7887 ft within the Senchal Wildlife Sanctuary. The sanctuary is 7 km from Sonada located on the way to Darjeeling. A glimpse of Mt. Kanchenjunga alongwith other parts of the Himalayan range can be seen from Chatakpur. Chatakpur View Point is located nearby from where one can get a view of the Pine and Rhododendron Forests. The place is also a bird lover's paradise. Different species of birds including Yellow Billed Blue Magpie, Warbler, Himalayan Bulbul and Black Capped Redstort are seen here. Senchal Wildlife Sanctuary is also home to the great Himalayan Black Bear. You can reach Tiger Hill, Rimbi Village and other places from Chatakpur by trekking. One can also reach Jorebunglow, Ghum, Sonada and Pokhri by car.

Chatakpur

How to Reach

Trains are running from Sealdah, Howrah and Kolkata to New Jalpaiguri. Auto rickshaws are plying from New Jalpaiguri to Siliguri. Chatakpur can be reached by car from New Jalpaiguri or Siliguri. Otherwise you can reach Sonada or Jorebunglow by shared car and then hire another car to get to Chatakpur. Chatakpur is 7 km from Sonada and 16 km from Jorebunglow.


Accommodation

Chatakpur Eco Resort. Tariff - Charges for 2 persons including food Rs. 3500 (per day), Charges for 3 persons including food Rs. 4500 (per day). Tel: 9434072552.
Chatakpur Eco Village Home Stay. Tariff - Rs. 1500 per head including food and lodging. Tel: 0323-2520492, 9832667570.
Kanchenjhau Home Stay. Tariff - Rs. 1350 per head including food and lodging.

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Kolakham

Kolakham is a small hilly hamlet located in the buffer zone of Neora Valley National Park. Situated at an altitude of 6100 ft, Kolakham is a paradise for bird watchers. Cascading waterfalls, view of the majestic Mt. Kanchanjunga and the unmatched beauty of the green valley make Kolakham an ideal retreat for nature lovers. The village is surrounded by hills on three sides. Lava is located on one of the hills whereas Rishop is situated on another. You can trek a distance of 5 km from Kolakham to reach Changey Waterfalls. The way from Lava to Kolakham is extremely beautiful. A number of birds like Green Backed Tit, Scarlet Minivet, Red Tailed Minla and Yellow Billed Blue Magpie are seen here. A water reserve has also been created at a place. The magnificent view of the snow capped peaks in the day and lights of houses of Rishop on the surrounding hill at night is awe-inspiring and wonderful.

Kolakham

How to Reach

Trains are running from Sealdah, Howrah and Kolkata to New Jalpaiguri. The journey from Kolkata to New Jalpaiguri takes around 10 hours. You can reach Lava from New Jalpaiguri by car. Distance between New Jalpaiguri and Lava is 117 km. From Lava, four-wheel drive jeeps are available to reach Kolakham. You can also get to Kolakham directly from New Jalpaiguri by hired car.

Accommodation

Neora Valley Jungle Camp. Tariff: Rs. 5500-7500. Tel: 033-24550917.
Neora Valley Eco Hut. Tariff: Rs. 1600-2600. Tel: 9674900101.
Yes Homes Kolakham. Tariff: Rs. 1500-1800. Tel: 7583979084, 8617223638
Kolakham Retreat. Tariff: Rs. 1800-2200. Tel: 9830107780, 9830129798.
Silver Pine Retreat. Tariff: Rs. 2450. Tel: 9830107780, 9830129798.
The Nest. Tariff: Rs. 1800. Tel: 9830107780, 9830129798.
Casero Kolakham. Tariff: Rs. 1450-1950. Tel: 7585848267, 8981660575.

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Chhibo

Chhibo is a small hamlet located 5 km from Kalimpong. One can get mind blowing views of Mt. Kanchenjunga.from this place. Most of the village houses have cactus gardens in front of them. Chibo is surrounded by forests of Dhupi and pine trees. Durpindara Viewpoint is located nearby. Colourful flowers, adventurous trekking, chirping birds and the fresh air of Chhibo makes it an ideal weekend destination.

How to Reach

Trains are running from Sealdah and Kolkata to New Jalpaiguri. Shared cars are available to reach Kalimpong, 64 km from New Jalpaiguri. Chhibo is just 5 km from Kalimpong.


Accommodation

Chhibo Inn. Tariff - Rs. 1200-2000. Food Charges Rs. 300 per head per day. Tel: 9874613267.

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