Camping at Tonglu in Darjeeling
Camping at Tonglu in Darjeeling

Camping at Tonglu in Darjeeling

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Trip Facts
Duration
2 Days
Trip Grade
Moderate
Country
India
Maximum Altitude
3,070 mt - 10,072 ft
Overview

A joyful camping trip awaits at a campsite perched atop a lush, verdant hill offering breathtaking views of the Kanchenjunga mountain range, all within a brief two-day adventure: Camping at Tonglu.

Situated on the Singalila ridge, Tonglu is a small community nestled between Manebhanjan and Sandakphu in the Darjeeling district of West Bengal, India, near the India-Nepal border.

This camping experience in Tonglu includes a guided trek to the alpine pastures of Gorson Bugyal, situated at an elevation of 3,070 meters (10,072 feet). Visitors can also immerse themselves in the local culture and traditions. Weather permitting, you can enjoy vistas spanning two countries—India and Nepal—from the border, where one side boasts a beautiful forest and the other features village settlements.

Highlights

  • The mesmerizing view of Mount Kanchenjunga (8586 meters)
  • A range of sceneries: agricultural fields to forests to alpine ridges.
  • Enjoy a delightful night camping in Tonglu experience amidst the serene natural beauty of Tonglu along with your friends or family.
  • Stay safe on a secured campus and avail accommodation in comfortable sharing tents that come with mattresses and blankets.
  • The campsite is equipped with common Indian/Western washroom facilities, which are well-maintained and clean.
  • Enjoy the sunrise view from Tonglu with a great mountain view.

Camping at Tonglu in Darjeeling Itinerary Outline

  • Day 01: Darjeeling to Dhoery By car 2 hour and Trek to Tonglu 4 hour.[3,070 mt - 10,072 ft]
  • Day 02: Tonglu - Tumling - Megma to Chetery by Trek 10km and drive to Darjeeling 1 hours.
Trip Plan

Camping at Tonglu in Darjeeling Itinerary

Included

Cost Details

Includes

  • All necessary paper work and permit in Mountain and National park (entrance and  permit fees)
  • Meals : Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
  • Any hot drinks like tea, coffee etc.
  • Accommodation during the trek at Camping
  • A well-experienced Local licensed holder mountain trekking guide.
  • Salary, food, and accommodation for Ashmita trek’ crew.
  • All necessary transport with friendly local driver
  • A good quality sleeping bag arrange by Ashmita Trek and Tours.
  • Group medical kit box.

Excludes

  • Bottled water alcoholic drinks, phone calls,lundry  etc.
  • International and domestic flight /Train .
  • India Entry visa
  • Airport and departure Tax. .
  • Tips for trekking staff.
  • Costs from unexpected occurrences (i.e. cancellations, weather problems, damages of property, illness, etc.)
  • Extra accommodation and meals outside of itinerary.
  • Your travel medical insurance.
  • Personal gear and expenses for the trek.
  • Any other expenses not mention above as included in the price.