Darjeeling Tonglu Tumling Day Hiking

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  • Duration1 Day
  • DestinationIndia
  • Difficulty LevelEasy
  • Max Altitude11.000Ft. 3,070m

About Trip

Our Day Hike in Darjeeling is the perfect one day getaway to crisp mountain views, after passing through friendly villages and sharing a meal with locals. It is perfect for those who have limited time in Darjeeling, but can’t leave without seeing the colossal Himalayan peaks. In fact, on this single day tour, you will come face to face with Kanchenjunga (8586 meters / 28,169 feet), and if you’re lucky, Mount Everest Family will make an appearance! 

The day hike near Darjeeling valley calls for a 6am wakeup time, and you will return to Darjeeling around 5pm. Leaving the hotel, we drive 2.5 hours through Manebhanjyang to Dhotrey (8,500 feet). Enchanted by the colorful rhododendrons and forest flowers, we are get off at Dhotrey full of excitement. Dhotrey is a scenic village perched among the terraced hillsides. Here, we have a filling breakfast and begin the journey through the dense forests to Tonglu (10,130 feet), which lies 6km from Dhotrey. Tonglu provides the best views of the trek. On a clear day, you can see two of the three highest peaks in the world (Mount Everest Family and Kanchenjunga). Bring your camera, because you might never get such dramatic mountain views like this again!

Descend through a pleasant trail, teeming with herbs and small plants, until Tumling (9,600 feet), about 2km away. Again, get stunning views of the majestic Kanchenjunga peak. From here, the trail guides us downhill through Meghma and Lamhaydhura villages. In Tumling, we have a hearty traditional local meal, packed with energy for the rest of the day. 

Our final destination is Chitrey, about 9 km from Tumling. Here, we meet our driver and head back to Darjeeling our Darjeeling Day Hike  is a perfect escape from the fast-paced city life and into the quiet, peaceful mountain and alpine landscape. Join us today!

Highlights

  • Explore local culture, tradition and food and visit a Buddhist monastery
  • Stunning views of the Himalayas - Kanchanjunga including Mount Everest Family (on a clear day)
  • Hiking  between India and Nepal border
  • Hiking through rhododendron and Magnolia forest and View of Darjeeling valley

Itinerary

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Our Guide and driver pick up from your hotel by 6 am we drive 2.5 hours through Manebhanjyang village to Dhotrey (8,500 feet). Enchanted by the colorful rhododendrons and forest flowers, we get off at Dhotrey full of excitement. Dhotrey is a scenic village perched among the terraced hillsides. Here, we have a filling breakfast and begin the journey through the dense forests to Tonglu (10,130 feet), which lies 6km from Dhotrey. Tonglu provides the best views of the trek. On a clear day, you can see two of the three highest peaks in the world (Mount Everest Family and Kanchenjunga). Bring your camera, because you might never get such dramatic mountain views like this again!

We have lunch at Tumling or Tonglu depending on your time to reach and after your lunch, we continue our trek down to Chitery via Megma and Lamidhura village. our final destination is Chitrey, about 9 km from Tonglu. Here, we meet our driver and head back to Darjeeling for one hour.

  • 7 hour
  • Breakfast and Lunch
  • 30,70mt
  • Hiking
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What's Included

  • All necessary permits and any charges for carrying still video cameras.
  • Any hot drinks like tea, coffee and two bottle of mineral water each person .
  • Meals Breakfast and lunch meals will be provided Indian and Nepali local food.
  • Professional and highly experienced English speaking local mountain guides.
  • Private tourist vehicle for transfers.
  • All expenses for guide and driver.
  • Alcoholic drinks, chocolates, snacks, telephone calls, laundry,battery rechrage,shopping etc.
  • Your travel insurance which covers, medical, emergency evacuation, lost, theft expenses.
  • Personal gears and expenses for the trek.
  • Tips for guide and driver.

Note

IMPORTANT POINTS 

- It is mandatory for trekkers to carry 2 Each person a copy of their Passport and India Visa for International Guest along with their original passport and India visa and domestic guest need Valid ID like Aadhar card / Election card / or Indian passport for entry at forest check posts on the trek. 

Customer Reviews

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    Andrew Lee, United Kingdom - March 06, 2024

    We had a trek in the Himalayan foothills on the Nepal/India border with our wonderful guide Dawa Lama. Though the clouds ruined the view, Dawa was great and informative, it felt authentic to have breakfast and lunch in local mountain villages (tasty momos, soups, tea, curries and 'the best lime pickle I have ever tasted'). dipu our driver was also great and also drove us to the airport.
    All the Ashmita staff spoke excellent English and were really easy to communicate with, you got the sense this was a very trustworthy organisation.

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    Joe Patrick, United Kingdom - February 27, 2024

    We had a fantastic multi-day private itinerary drawn up and delivered by the team at Ashmita. They arranged pick-up from IXB airport and transfer to Darjeeling, visits to tea garden and Tiger Hill, and the most excellent Tonglu Tumling day hike with a really engaging and kind guide. Our driver over the four days, Dipu, was excellent, pointing things out on the way and always happy to stop for photos etc. Prompt contact through WhatsApp, paid small deposit in advance by bank transfer.

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    Tina Unverricht, Germany - February 21, 2024

    Everything was excellent. Our guide was quiet (which suits us very well) and very forthcoming and appreciative. The food was excellent and the speed exactly according to our needs. We didn't have a view the whole time we were staying in Darjeeling, but that only means we're coming back for a longer hike 😎

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    QinQin Y, United States - January 08, 2024

    We had a wonderful time on the one day Tonglu trek in Darjeeling ! Beautiful views, friendly and helpful guide and driver, and great food. Would definitely recommend this trek with Ashmita Trek and Tours!

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    Sahana AmiAbhi, India - January 03, 2024

    We went on a Tonglu-Tumling day trek with our guide Mr.Sangayji. It was one of the best experiences of our lives. We were little worried when we started the trek as we had our 1.9 years old son with us. But it was Sangay who made us feel comfortable and was confident that we will be able to finish the trek. Our son instantly connected with Sangay and thoroughly enjoyed the trek, was comfortable even when we reached Tonglu at 3070m. It is safe to say that all out future treks will be with Ashmita treks and Mr.Sangay :)

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