Romantic Gateway in the Hills

On arrival at NJP/Bagdogra, you will be greeted by our official and then transferred towards your resort in Mongpong. With an approx distance of 33 km it is an overall drive of 1hour to reach Mongpong from NJP/Bagdogra via Sevoke Road. Mongpong is a quaint forest village located at the vicinity of Mahananda Wildlife Sanctuary. On your way to Mongpong pay your homage to Goddess Kali in the sacred Sevoke Temple. The view of changing landscape of lush tea garden and alpine forest is sure to woo you. Check-in your resort and freshen up. After lunch you are free for the rest day to enjoy the serene ambiance of Mongpong and breathtaking view of Teesta River. Overnight stay at Mongpong.
Dooars Tourism Special Tip about Mongpong: At the Juncture where the hills rise to the north and the vast plains roll off to south forming a breathtaking view. This place is ideal for listening music sung by nature. A railway line that goes to Alipurduar passes below the place will provide Railway lovers' Ample opportunity to spot trains time to time. The forests and hills can be explored as a part of adventure trail.

After an early breakfast checkout from your resort and proceed to your resort in Jhandi. It is an overall drive of 1½hour to reach Jhandi with an approx distance of 40 km from Mongpong. Jhandi is a new found destination of Dooars. Perched at an elevation of 6800 ft, Jhandi is the perfect destination during summer season to escape the scorching summer heat of plain region. The route leading towards Jhandi is known being the most pictorial route of the region. Check-in your resort and freshen up. After lunch you are free to stroll around the village and adorn the scenic beauty of Jhandi. Overnight stay in Jhandi.
Dooars Tourism Special Tip about Jhandi: While on the way to Jhandi do not forget to stop beside Chel River to enjoy the view. You may also love to stop by the Upper Fagu Tea Garden for some quick clicks. In West Bengal Jhandi is the place to watch Mount Kanchenjunga and Teesta basin standing on the same spot.

After an early morning breakfast, check-out from your resort and proceed to your resort in Suntalekhola. With an approximate distance of 57 km, it is an overall drive of 2hours to reach Samsing from Jhandi. Enclosed by a lush tea garden Suntalekhola is one of the favoured offbeat destinations of Dooars. On the way to your pre-booked accommodation at Suntalekhola, you will be stopping to explore Chalsa, Samsing and Rocky Island. Situated amidst the meandering stream of River Murti, Rocky Island is an island made with the formation of huge rocks. Best known for its tent accommodation, in Rocky Island you can test your rock climbing skill or simply enjoy the cool water of River Murti. Overnight stay at Suntalekhola once you have your dinner.
Dooars Tourism Special Tip about Rocky Island: Rocky Island is the place where Asley Jhora becomes the Murti River after hitting the plains. The source of this river is Rechela Danda far up from Rocky Island.

After an early breakfast, check-out from the resort, then you start your sightseeing in offbeat destination of Dooars. Jaldhaka located at a one hour driving distance from Samsing is the first destination on your list. Situated along the foothills of Bhutan hills, Jaldhaka is pictorial river valley which is famous for its trekking route towards Rechela. The next destination in your list is the famous for its Hydro-Electricity Project on River Jaldhaka, Jhalong. Jhalong is a less trodden destination of Dooars located along the Indo-Bhutan Border. The dam of Jhalong also acts as a foot bridge for the people from the Bhutanese border town. During winter season Jhalong attracts many migratory birds and water fowls from Central-Asia and Ladakh. Next we will take you the last hamlet of the West Bengal province, Bindu. Located at a distance of 10km from Jhalong, from Bindu you can witness the enthralling view of Dooars plains, daunting hills of Bhutan and lush tea garden. Bindu will never cease to amaze you with its surreal beauty and tranquil ambiance. Lastly you will proceed to NJP/Bagdogra. It is an overall 3hours drive with an approx distance of 100 km to reach NJP/Bagdogra from Bindu. While relishing view of changing landscape of tea gardens and subtropical forest, bid farewell to Dooars. If time allows have some refreshment on the way to NJP/Bagdogra. After you reach NJP/Bagdogra your Romantic Gateway in the Hills Package will come to an end.

Dooars Tourism Special Tip about Jaldhaka: Jaldhaka River forms after three streams known as Dudh Pokhri, Bindu Khola and Jaldhaka meets at Bindu. Stream Jaldhaka originates from the Kupup Lake, Sikkim. The dam in Bindu helps in controlling water supply for Jaldhaka Hydro electrical project. This dam can be crossed only by foot. However, recently a steel bridge was constructed nearby for light weight vehicles.