The Travel FAQ 2025 – Everything You Need to Know Before Visiting | Dekho Darjeeling
Dekho Darjeeling is a community-driven travel platform offering curated treks, local experiences, nature trails, and culture-rich tours across Darjeeling, Kalimpong, and beyond. Whether you’re a solo backpacker, a couple, or a family, we help you explore like a local.
Yes! We specialize in tailor-made trips to suit your preferences—treks, family getaways, honeymoon plans, adventure escapes, or cultural explorations. Just tell us what you’re looking for, and we’ll build your perfect trip.
Each hike is safe, guided, and rich in mountain views, forests, and local stories.
Yes! We have easy, moderate, and advanced hikes. Our team will guide you based on your fitness level, experience, and available time. Safety and comfort are our priorities.
Yes, we often guide travelers with handpicked budget-friendly homestays, cozy hostels, and hidden food gems. Follow our Instagram and YouTube for real-time updates and local hacks.
Yes. We provide airport/train station pickups from Bagdogra and NJP, as well as point-to-point transfers. We also help you navigate Darjeeling’s shared taxi routes.
100%. All our treks, tours, and stays are led by locals from the region. This ensures authentic experiences and helps support the local economy.
Yes. If you’re traveling with us, we assist with permits for places like Gurudongmar Lake, Yumthang, and Zero Point. Just keep your ID proofs and passport-size photos ready.
Moderate. The trail involves gradual ascents, rocky paths, and some steep sections. The maximum altitude is 3,636m (11,929 ft). Daily walking distance ranges from 8–14 km.
Yes, if you’re moderately fit. It’s a long but gradual trek with vehicle support possible. Homestays along the route make it beginner-friendly.
Yes. It’s a quiet, offbeat location with colonial-era bungalows, scenic valleys, and orchids. Ideal for travelers seeking peace.
Around 19 km (45–60 minutes) by road. It’s a serene hamlet, excellent for birdwatching and Kanchenjunga views.
For immersive local experiences, yes. Homestays offer home-cooked food, cultural exchange, and insider tips. Hotels offer more amenities.
Tinchuley, Lamahatta, Chatakpur, and Bara Mangwa stand out.
These villages offer quiet settings, organic food, and views.
Feel free to contact Dekho Darjeeling via our email id – info@dekhodarjeeling.in and we can arrange it for you!
Ranges from ₹2,000 to ₹6,000 per night, depending on amenities and location (e.g., Makaibari, Singtom, Glenburn).
Yes, though sightings are rare. Best chances are around Gairibas and Singalila top with local guides in early morning or evening.
Sunrise. You see the golden glow on Everest, Kanchenjunga, Lhotse, and Makalu (the Sleeping Buddha formation).
October to early December. Post-monsoon air is clear and skies are cloudless.
Autumn (Oct–Dec) followed by early spring (Feb–Mar) for sharp, snow-covered mountain vistas.