Galeythar or Ghalaytar Village

Situated at an altitude of 4500 feet, Galeythar or Ghalaytar is a charming village just about 35 km away from Darjeeling. Blessed with breathtaking views of Mt. Kanchenjunga range, the peaceful ambience mixed with the serene natural surroundings make Ghalaytar an ideal place for those who wish to spend a leisurely vacation away from the humdrum of city life.

Places to Visit in Ghalaytar Village

Ghalaytar, being a small village nestled on a hilltop offers a complete serenity along with a jaw-dropping view of Mount Kanchenjunga. There is a vast stretch of tea gardens and paddy fields can be seen. Orange orchards and cardamom trees are in abundance in the village. Riyang River Valley of Sittong crossing the age-old bamboo bridge is another place to visit.

From the village, one can have a short excursion to Ahaldara Viewpoint to catch a captivating panoramic view of the valley, visit Mungpoo to see Rabindranath Tagore's house and Sittong for its orange orchards.

Things to Do in and around Galeythar

Take a stroll along the village trails while treating your eyes with soothing lush greenery and having the fresh oxygen-rich air. Apart from village walking, one can indulge in Bird Watching, butterfly tracking and picnicking in the village. A short excursion to all the nearby sightseeing places will also be worthwhile.

How to Reach this Offbeat Destination

Ghalaytar can be reached from all its adjacent locations such as Mungpoo, Kalijhora and Birik. Hired cars or taxis are available from Siliguri, Bagdogra or even from NJP. The distance from NJP to Ghalaytar is about 60 km.

Where to Stay in Galeythar

There are homestays and resort which provide the finest stay to its guests. The resort of the village offers most of the basic amenities along with spacious, neat and clean rooms.

Best time to Visit Ghalaytar

Ghalaytar can be visited at any time of the year but winter (October to November) is considered to be the best time due to its charming weather and the scenic view of the mighty Kanchenjunga range.