Three prominent hill tops that resembles the three chullas(oven), that derives the place name Tinchuley. A remote hamlet located close to Darjeeling. The untouched natural forest, pine and oak trees covered forest, different birds and himalayan beauty make the place amazing in a word. For All these the mountain village attracts offbeat nature lovers. Along with Kanchenjunga Tinchuley enables view of long stretched mountains of Sikkim and Kalimpong. Tinchuley is a super perfect escape for experiencing calmness in nice atmosphere and enjoying leisure in the lap of awesome nature. This may be the most picturesque village of Darjeeling.
How to reach:
From Darjeeling distance 32kms takes about 2 hours to reach, 80 kilometers from Siliguri, 35 kilometers from Kalimpong and 88 kilometers from Gangtok.
Nearby Places to Stay/Visit:
Lamahatta, Chota Mangwa, Bara Mangwa
Things to Enjoy:
Sunrise Views, Orange Garden Visits, Tinchuley Monastery, Bird Watching, Tea Garden Visits, Takdah Orchid Centre, Takdah Bazaar, Teesta Valley Durpin Dara
Activity:
Trekking
Accommodation:
Hotel, Tourist Lodge, Home Stay.
Facility:
Limited as it’s a remote hilly village.
Food and Beverage:
As per order and availability. Local food and drink may get arranged.
Altitude:
Around 6000 feet.
Located:
India -> WB -> North Bengal -> Siliguri -> Darjeeling -> Tinchuley
Climate:
Summer 5ºC to 20ºC, winter 2ºC to 10ºC
Best time to go:
September end to march