Delo is located where it connects Delo Hills and Durpin Hills. Delo Hill is only 6kms from Kalimpong. Place offers a great views of Mt. Kanchenjungha and the River Teesta. Spending a weekend enjoying nature park with very well maintained gardens, fountains and spectacular views of the Himalayas are true attraction point for nature and mountain lovers. Tourists can enjoy Spectacular 180 degree views of Kanchenjungha and Kalimpong hills from Delo. Tourism department of West Bengal Government has promoted the spot so this relatively new destination has become quite popular in just few years.
How to reach:
Distance around 85 km from Siliguri takes 3 to 4 hours and 6 kms from Kalimpong.
Nearby Places to Stay/Visit:
Pedong, Icchey Gaon, Ramdhura, Sillery Gaon, Resikhola, Kalimpong, Lava and Loleygaon.
Things to Enjoy:
Spectacular 180 degree views of Kanchenjungha and Kalimpong hills, Durpin Dara Hill, Teesta River valley, Cinchona plantation, Mahadev Dham temple and Hanuman Tok (viewpoint), extended nature park, gardens, fountains, statue of Lord Buddha, Monasteries or Buddhist gumphas (Tharpa Choling Monastery, Zong Dog Palri Fo-Brang Monastery and Tongsa Gompa), Lepcha Museum & Monastery, Neora Valley National Park
Activity:
Jungle Trek, Nature/Village walk
Accommodation:
Tourist Lodge, Home Stay, Luxury Resort
Facility:
Standard to luxury
Food and Beverage:
Standard. As per order and availability.
Altitude:
Around 5556 feet.
Located:
India -> WB -> North Bengal -> Darjeeling -> Kalimpong -> Delo
Climate:
Summer 5ºC to 14ºC, winter -2ºC to 8ºC.
Best time to go:
March to May and from September to January. Best in winter season.