Top Things to do in Kalimpong District
10 Budget-friendly Things to do in Kalimpong District That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in Kalimpong District, India including Deolo Hill, Zong Dhog Palri Fo Brang Monastery, Lava Jamgon Kongtrul Monastery, Durpin Dara Hill, Charkhole, Kalimpong Science Centre, Thongsha Gumpha, Pine View Nursery, Canopy Walk, Dr Graham’s Home.
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1. Deolo Hill
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 547 reviews
Reviewed By stantp1916 - Farakka, India
A very beautiful hilltop view point in Kalimpong. Since we went in monsoon it was entirely covered with fog and mist. It felt wonderful though, as if we were walking amid the clouds. There is a beautiful park with playground for kids, horse riding, and a couple of view points from where you can look over Teesta river and enjoy the serenity. There is a guesthouse here as well which can be booked through WBTDC website.
2. Zong Dhog Palri Fo Brang Monastery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 143 reviews
Reviewed By 132peman - Thimphu, Bhutan
Located at Durpin, a hillock/spur on the southern end of Kalimpong is a Buddhist monastery and school for young monks. To reach the monastery, you have to drive up a narrow path through a military camp. The monastery has 3 foors and offers great views of the town and surrounding hills.
3. Lava Jamgon Kongtrul Monastery
4. Durpin Dara Hill
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 79 reviews
Reviewed By debashreen2018
A big beautiful monastery is located on this hill. We went during prayer time and it was so peaceful experience. From the topmost floor of the monastery bird's eye view of the small town of kalimpong is just wonderful. According to local guide it was called "durbin" meaning binocular hill. Nowadays it's called durbin. One of the best attractions of kalimpong located very close to the town. Must visit when in kalimpong
5. Charkhole
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 22 reviews
Reviewed By AnkitaC183
Well many has written about the serenity of this place but none has mentioned about the road to canopy walk from here. So I decided to write about it. In May 2016 me and my friend visited charkhole for 3days. As it is a small habitation with fewer small hamlets, and there's nothing much ACTIVITIES(birdwatchers has a lot to do though) we decided to visit canopy bridge in lolegaon. When we asked our homestay manager Mr Vijay about cars, he gave us the idea of walking instead of spending 1500 Rs up and down on jeeps. We started at 8am in the morning after heavy breakfast. The road is from behind the famous blue pine lodge and passes through a small habitation. after 15 min or so, there are a few turn and bends which our manager had explained us elaborately in a map that he had drawn for us. we took the road as he directed, mostly followed "left behind traces of new age consumerism"(read plastic wrap of chips, wafers, candys and gutkha: trust me they will definitely show you the way if in any case you are lost):P There are no certain road, the one you usually get in a common trek route. There's only a trail. Which is awesome. I travel a lot, I hike a lot, but I will never ever forget the silence of that one hour of walk. We seldom talked, the silence got us. It was so much like feeling drunk only here the SERENITY has got you. You are bound to love it especially if you like silence. However there are leeches, there are chances that you might stray. There are leeches which sucks your blood in such a unique style that the bleeding wont stop easily even if you remove it. :P After 1hour of treks through the serene forest we reached a main road from where we took a left turn and reached canopy bridge after another 20 mins of main road walk. Canopy walk is good, theres an entry fee of 10 rupees or so, a small shop that sells momo, maggi and hot tea was there. My water bottle fell from my bag in the forest, and i was so thirsty after the walk i almost drank one ltre of water(take a water bottle with you). We came back following the same way. stopped near the BSNL tower at charkhole and enjoyed the sunset. Next morning we went on the charkhol top. One can get a 360 degree view from there. If you are physically fit and mentally prepared this is a must go trail.
6. Kalimpong Science Centre
7. Thongsha Gumpha
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 45 reviews
Reviewed By 397helenel - Paris, France
We were pleased to discover such a beautiful place with such an extraordibary view. Too bad we didn't go for sunset. Very colorful temple
8. Pine View Nursery
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 532 reviews
Reviewed By AnimeshIndrani
The gardener herself & her story about how she has done this one . Cactus in that region is beauty, didn't expect such a beautiful place .
9. Canopy Walk
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 50 reviews
Reviewed By krs2215
The uphill car ride to Lolegaon was amazing. Weather was supportive so we enjoyed thoroughly.. the view from the top was mesmerizing..entry to the canopy walk costs rs.25 each. The walk is on a hanging bridge amidst tall trees, bridge is well tied so nothing to worry. All in all a must visit place.
10. Dr Graham’s Home
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 105 reviews
Reviewed By Nanakolkata
This extraordinary educational hub is situated on Deolo Hills on the eastern fringes of Kalimpong town and is more than hugred years old..Sprawl over nearly 500 acres of land. and has its own farmland, dairy, bakery, hospital and other departments of need. The area is calm, quite and beautiful for all.It is nearly 10Kms. from town and one can get a private transport to reach the place.A charitable institute get sponsorship from all over the world.
