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Darjeeling
Nature Excursions |
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This
region has over six hundred
species of orchids and about two
hundred types of rhododendrons
making it a paradise for nature
lovers. They grow wild in the damp
sub-tropical forests and in the
high alpine region. This twelve
day excursion takes on through
dense evergreen forests, and
crystal clear rivulets. The best
time to visit this area is from
march to may. |
Itinerary:
| Day
01: |
Arrival
Bagdogra airport transfer to
Darjeeling ( 2134 m, 80 kms, 4
hrs). |
| Day
02: |
Fullday
local sightseeing. |
| Day
03: |
AM:
Drive to Kalimpong (1250 m, 45
kms, 2 hrs). PM: Halfday
sightseeing. |
| Day
04, 05 & 06: |
Day
excursions to nearby forests to
see wild orchids in their
natural habitat. Visits to local
nurseries. Slide shows and
lectures by experts in the
evenings. |
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07: |
Drive
to Hilly in Sikkim (220 m, 105
kms, 6 hrs). Walk to Varshey. |
| Day
08: |
Nature
walks around rhododendron
forests. |
| Day
09: |
Drive
to Pemayangtse (2085 m, 110 kms,
6 hrs). |
| Day
10: |
Drive
to Gangtok (1600 m, 117 kms, 7
hrs). Visit Rumtek monastery on
the way. |
| Day
11: |
Local
sightseeing including orchid
sanctuary. |
| Day
12: |
Departure
transfer from Gangtok. |
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