Camping at Tonglu in Darjeeling
Camping at Tonglu in Darjeeling

Camping at Tonglu in Darjeeling

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Trip Facts
Duration
2 Days
Trip Grade
Moderate
Country
India
Maximum Altitude
3,070 mt - 10,072 ft
Overview

A joyful camping trip awaits at a campsite perched atop a lush, verdant hill offering breathtaking views of the Kanchenjunga mountain range, all within a brief two-day adventure: Camping at Tonglu.

Situated on the Singalila ridge, Tonglu is a small community nestled between Manebhanjan and Sandakphu in the Darjeeling district of West Bengal, India, near the India-Nepal border.

This camping experience in Tonglu includes a guided trek to the alpine pastures of Gorson Bugyal, situated at an elevation of 3,070 meters (10,072 feet). Visitors can also immerse themselves in the local culture and traditions. Weather permitting, you can enjoy vistas spanning two countries—India and Nepal—from the border, where one side boasts a beautiful forest and the other features village settlements.

Highlights

  • The mesmerizing view of Mount Kanchenjunga (8586 meters)
  • A range of sceneries: agricultural fields to forests to alpine ridges.
  • Enjoy a delightful night camping in Tonglu experience amidst the serene natural beauty of Tonglu along with your friends or family.
  • Stay safe on a secured campus and avail accommodation in comfortable sharing tents that come with mattresses and blankets.
  • The campsite is equipped with common Indian/Western washroom facilities, which are well-maintained and clean.
  • Enjoy the sunrise view from Tonglu with a great mountain view.
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Camping at Tonglu in Darjeeling Itinerary Outline

  • Day 01: Darjeeling to Dhoery By car 2 hour and Trek to Tonglu 4 hour.[3,070 mt - 10,072 ft]
  • Day 02: Tonglu - Tumling - Megma to Chetery by Trek 10km and drive to Darjeeling 1 hours.
Trip Plan

Camping at Tonglu in Darjeeling Itinerary

Max Altitude: 3,070 mt - 10,072 ftMeals: Lunch and DinnerDuration: 405 hourAccommodation: Camping

In the morning at 9am our guide and driver will pick you up from your hotel in Darjeeling to our office location. Then you will drive down to a small village called Dhotrey via Manebhanjyang. Dhotrey is located at an altitude of 8,500ft. It takes about 2.5 hours to reach Dhotrey from Darjeeling by car. Your trek will start from here through a deep forest and beautiful rhododendron trees welcome you to enter into next place called Tonglu. The Distance from Dhotrey to Tonglu is 6 kms. Tonglu is located at an altitude of 10,130ft. On a clear day, you get magnificent views of Kanchenjunga snow peaks from Tonglu. And if the sky is clear blue, you can even see Mt. Everest. After the great views of mountain ranges we again start a short down walk through a trail full of herbs and small plants forward to reach Tumbling, 2kms. This is where you have to stay overnight.

Meals: Breakfast and LunchDuration: 6-7 hour

Morning sunrise call to watch the pink, red and finally golden glow of sunlight as it inches its way east to west across the face of the Himalayas which offers the majestic views of the world's four of the tallest mountains. Some of the greatest peaks include the Mt Everest, Makalu, Kanchenjunga, Lhotse, Chomolhari, Pandim, Three Sisters, Kumbhakarna etc. Head back down for breakfast and resume to Trek via Tumling Descend through a pleasant trail, teeming with herbs and small plants, until Tumling (9,600 feet), about 2km away. Again, get stunning views of the majestic Kanchenjunga peak. From here, the trail guides us downhill through Meghma and Lamhaydhura villages Our final destination is Chitrey, about 9 km from Tumling. Here, we meet our driver and head back to Darjeeling. Our Camping at Tonglu in Darjeeling a perfect escape from the fast-paced city life and into the quiet, peaceful mountain and alpine landscape. Join us today!

Included

Cost Details

Includes

  • All necessary paper work and permit in Mountain and National park (entrance and  permit fees)
  • Meals : Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
  • Any hot drinks like tea, coffee etc.
  • Accommodation during the trek at Camping
  • A well-experienced Local licensed holder mountain trekking guide.
  • Salary, food, and accommodation for Ashmita trek’ crew.
  • All necessary transport with friendly local driver
  • A good quality sleeping bag arrange by Ashmita Trek and Tours.
  • Group medical kit box.

Excludes

  • Bottled water alcoholic drinks, phone calls,lundry  etc.
  • International and domestic flight /Train .
  • India Entry visa
  • Airport and departure Tax. .
  • Tips for trekking staff.
  • Costs from unexpected occurrences (i.e. cancellations, weather problems, damages of property, illness, etc.)
  • Extra accommodation and meals outside of itinerary.
  • Your travel medical insurance.
  • Personal gear and expenses for the trek.
  • Any other expenses not mention above as included in the price.