6-Day Nature Itinerary for Sitong Tinchula Darjeeling

  1. Day 1: Mahananda Wildlife Sanctuary
    1 hour 30 minutes (31.5 miles) from Siliguri

    Explore the lush Mahananda Wildlife Sanctuary which is home to several rare and endangered species. Go on a trek to the Kurseong viewpoint and birdwatch at Latpanchar.

  2. Day 2: Singalila National Park
    2 hours 25 minutes (48.7 miles) from Mahananda Wildlife Sanctuary

    Visit Singalila National Park, which boasts panoramic views of the Eastern Himalayas and several trekking trails. Spot the elusive red panda and enjoy a picnic amidst nature.

  3. Day 3: Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park
    2 hours 30 minutes (36.2 miles) from Singalila National Park

    Interact with animals at the Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park and learn about their conservation. The park is known for breeding several endangered species like the snow leopard and red panda.

  4. Day 4: Neora Valley National Park
    2 hours 5 minutes (50.6 miles) from Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park

    Explore the biodiversity hotspot of Neora Valley National Park which is covered in dense forests, rivers and waterfalls. Go on a jungle trail and camp amidst nature.

  5. Day 5: Tiger Hill
    1 hour 40 minutes (20.6 miles) from Neora Valley National Park

    Watch the sunrise over the Kanchenjunga peak and stunning panoramic views of the Himalayas at Tiger Hill. Take a stroll around the peaceful hill station and visit the Bhutia Busty monastery.

  6. Day 6: Happy Valley Tea Estate
    35 minutes (6 miles) from Tiger Hill

    Taste the finest Darjeeling tea at the Happy Valley Tea Estate which is spread over 437 acres of land. Take a guided tour of the tea-making process and shop for souvenirs.

Time and Costs Estimates:

  • Mahananda Wildlife Sanctuary (4 hours, £10)
  • Singalila National Park (6 hours, £15)
  • Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park (3 hours, £8)
  • Neora Valley National Park (8 hours, £20)
  • Tiger Hill (3 hours, £5)
  • Happy Valley Tea Estate (2 hours, £12)
  • Total Estimated Costs: £70

Useful tips:

If you have more time, go on a mountain biking adventure in the hills or sample the local food at Keventer's. If you have less time, skip Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park and spend more time at Happy Valley Tea Estate or Mahananda Wildlife Sanctuary.

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