Darjeeling Dhotrey Tonglu Tumling Home Stay Trek - 5 Days
Darjeeling Dhotrey Tonglu Tumling Home Stay Trek - 5 Days
Darjeeling Dhotrey Tonglu Trek

Darjeeling Dhotrey Tonglu Trek - 5 Days

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Trip Facts
Duration
5 Days
Trip Grade
Easy
Country
India
Maximum Altitude
3,070mt - 10,070 ft
Group Size
2-12
Starts
IXB Bagdogra - NJP
Ends
IXB Bagdogra - NJP
Activities
Trekking and Hiking
Best Time
March - May, Sep - Dec
Overview

We Ashmita trek & tours offer Darjeeling - Dhotrey - Tonglu - Tumling home stay trek for best ever experience with excellent panoramic views of mountains that are absolutely spectacular within a short span of two days. What you can expect beside the views of mountains is a mesmarising view of a valley from above the mountain which is absolutely breathtaking.You can also explore the culture and tradition of the local people.If the weather permits then one can witness the landscapes of two different countries (India and Nepal)from the border, where at one side we see a beautiful forest area and at the other side there are village settlements.

Highlights

  • Explore local culture, tradition, food with Buddhist monastery.
  • Stunning views of the Himalayas including ranges of Everest and Kanchenjunga (on a clear day).
  • stay with local family with local fod.
  • Hiking thought near Singalila National park .
  • Hiking at between India and Nepal border.
  • Hiking through a rhododendron forest.
  • Views of Darjeeling and Neapl valley.
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Darjeeling Dhotrey Tonglu Trek - 5 Days Itinerary Outline

  • Day 01: Arrival at Bagdogra International Airport -transferto Darjeeling 90km 3hrs.[2,042m]
  • Day 02: Drive from Darjeeling to Dhotrey. Overnight stay at Dhotrey.[2,500m]
  • Day 03: Trek starts from Dhotrey to Tonglu / Tumling ( 10,130 ft. / 2 to 3 hrs ).[2,950m]
  • Day 04: Tonglu / Tumling to Chitrey ( 8,340 ft. / 3 to 4 hrs ).[2,500m]
  • Day 05: Drive to NJP/ IXB / Siliguri.
Darjeeling Dhotrey Tonglu Trek - 5 Days
Trip Plan

Darjeeling Dhotrey Tonglu Trek - 5 Days Itinerary

Dear Guest this is our regular Itinerary and most people have done this itinerary. If you have any special request on this itinerary you can contact us via email or call us. We can customize this trip with your request.

Max Altitude: 2,042mMeals: DinnerDuration: 4 hoursAccommodation: Home Stay

Spend your perfect holidays in Darjeeling Himalaya.Our Airport representative will receive you at the Bagdogra International Airport.From the airport you will be transferred to your hotel in a private tourist vehicle.Overnight stay at the hotel.

Max Altitude: 2,500mMeals: Breakfast,Lunch,DinnerDuration: 5-6hoursAccommodation: Home Stay

After your breakfast by 10am we drive 2.5 hours through Manebhanjyang to Dhotrey (8,500 feet). Enchanted by the colorful rhododendrons and forest flowers, we are get off at Dhotrey full of excitement. Dhotrey is a scenic village perched among the terraced hillsides overnight stay at Family Home stay.

Max Altitude: 2,950mMeals: Breakfast,Lunch,DinnerDuration: 5-6hoursAccommodation: Home Stay

After your breakfast and begin the journey through the dense forests to Tonglu (10,130 feet), which lies 6km from Dhotrey. Tonglu provides the best views of the trek. On a clear day, you can see two of the three highest peaks in the world (Mount Everest and Kanchenjunga). Bring your camera, because you might never get such dramatic mountain views like this again! 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.we overnight stay at Family Home stay.

Max Altitude: 2,500mMeals: Breakfast,Lunch,DinnerDuration: 5 hoursAccommodation: Home Stay

Rise out of bed before the sun rises for a magical view of the Singalila and Chola ranges of Kanchenjunga from Tumling Top. Seeing the sunlight illuminate these peaks is an unforgettable sight. Hike down to Tumling for breakfast and then from here, the trail guides us downhill through Meghma and Lamhaydhura villages. In Tumling, we have a hearty traditional local meal, packed with energy for the rest of the day.Our final destination is Chitrey, about 9 km from Tumling overnight stay with friendly Tibetan bhutia home stay with family.

Meals: BreakfastDuration: 5 hours drive

Enjoy your last meal in Chetry before our team transfers you to Bagdogra airport or NJP Train station for your next destination. Thank you for taking the Dhotrey –Tonglu – Tumling Home Stay Trek with Ashmita Trek & Tours! We look forward to seeing you again.

Included

Cost Details

Includes

  • four nights’ accommodation at mountain family home stay.
  • All necesary Transportation (pick up droop )
  • Guided sightseeing tour with friendly local driver as per itinerary.
  • All government fees and local taxes.
  • All necessary mountain trekking permits and national park entrance fees.
  • All expenses for guide and porters (not including tips).
  • 3 meals a day (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner) during your trek.
  • Meals will be freshly prepared and will be a mix of Indian, and Nepali local with tea. and/or coffee.
  • Local English-speaking licensed mountain guide.
  • Group medical kit box. 
  • Sleeping bags with innerline.

Excludes

  • International Airfare.
  • Indian visa fee.
  • Air or train fare to and from Sikkim or Darjeeling (before and after start of itinerary)
  • Alcoholic drinks, chocolates, snacks, telephone calls, etc.
  • Tips for trekking staff and driver (tipping is expected, but not mandatory).
  • Costs from unexpected occurrences (i.e. cancellations, weather problems, damages of property, illness, etc.)
  • Extra accommodation and meals outside of itinerary
  • Your travel (necessary), medical, and any other forms of insurance
  • Personal gear and expenses for the trek.
  • Video and movie camera Fees in the National Parks
  • Any other expenses not mention above as included in the price
  • Extra Porter (Rs. 5,500 per porter for 4 days)
  • Trekking pole.
  • Personal nature of expenses such as laundry, telephone call, battery recharge, shopping, laundry, extra porters, beverages etc.
Add-ons & Options

Dear Guest, Please note that if you would like to hire a porter to assist with carrying your backpack, there will be an additional cost of $125 per porter. Each porter can carry a maximum weight of 15kg.

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Darjeeling Dhotrey Tonglu Trek - 5 Days Departure Dates

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Must-Know

Essential Information

  • Accommodation you expect on Darjeeling - before and after trek :

Dear Guest we provide you a good family run home stay  – before and after your trek the rooms are mostly standard room Need and cleen with family home stay and there is some luxury 3/4 star accommodation available in Darjeeling so, if you want, we can book them for you for your Darjeeling stay so, do let us know if you want to upgrade your accommodation in Darjeeling 

  • Transports used during your tours - trek :

We at Ashmita Trek and Tours will provide private vehicles for the airport transfers pickup and droop and sightseeing tour in Darjeeling as per your trip ititnerys

  • Accommodation during your Trek : 

While you are on trek you will be staying with the local families in shared rooms. The rooms are clean with simple beds. It is preferable to take your sleeping bags with you even though quilts and blankets are provided in the local houses.do not expect luxury like TV, geyser 

  • Food during your Trek :

At the homestay you will be served with rice,chapatti, gundruk and sinki soup, dal (lentil soup), curries made out of locally grown organic vegetables etc. for your breakfast, lunch and dinner accordingly.

  • NOTE : In Nepalese culture the people offer food to the guests in order to show respect as they are considered as Gods.  But if any other local villager other than the host of the homestay you are staying in offers you food then please do not accept it as it may not have been prepared hygienically.

  • Toilet Facilitties :

The toilets in the village areas are not English toilets but the Indian ones like squat toilets on the ground made up of ceramic. We do not get toilet papers in these remote regions so you will have to carry your own stock of toilet papers.

  • Bathing & Laundry :

In some of the villages there are no attached bathrooms for bathing. They will have bathrooms outside of their homes. You will be provided with hot water if you require for bathing. The laundry is done manually  so you will have to wash your clothes on your own with soap and water.