Rishyap is a Himalayan hamlet in West Bengal. One of the best offbeat destination in Darjeeling. This hilly village located among deep pine forest and surrounded by Kanchenjunga and other Darjeeling hills. One can enjoy picturesque 300 degree views of snow-capped mountains and unspoiled natural beauty. Rishyap a small very nice and picturesque mountain village offers tourist chilly leisure holidays at altitude around 8500 feet.
How to reach:
From NJP station takes about 4 hours to reach (distance 116kms), from Kalimpong distance 20kms takes around 1hr, from Lava distance 1kms takes around 30mins.
Near by Places to Stay/Visit:
Lava, Lolegaon, Jorpokhri, Kolakham, Charkhole
Things to Enjoy:
300 degree view of Kanchanjunga, TiffinDara, Changi Falls
Activity:
Trekking
Accommodation:
Hotel, Tourist Lodge, Home Stay.
Facility:
Limited as its a remote hilly village. But developing.
Food and Beverage:
As per order and availability. Local food and drink may get arranged.
Altitude:
8500 feet.
Located:
India -> WB -> North Bengal -> Siliguri -> Kalimpong -> Lava -> Rishyap
Climate:
Summer 10ºC to 24ºC, winter 0ºC to 6ºC
Best time to go:
September to April