Darjeeling Tiger Hill & Splendid Sunrise
Located at an altitude of 2600mt, Tiger hill is the highest point in Darjeeling. About 11km from the main town Darjeeling perched at the hilltop above Ghum (also spelled as Ghoom) housing the highest railway station in India, Tiger Hill is famous amongst travelers for the breathtaking sunrise and the surreal view of Mt Kanchenjunga. With the panoramic view of the snow-capped Himalayan Mountains, Tiger Hill has been one of the most favored destinations of Darjeeling on the travelers’ list. It is an uphill ride through the narrow road of Sinchel Wildlife Sanctuary and this road is also one of the famous trekking routes for the trekkers. Tiger Hill area is now a part of a nature reserve and maintained by the GTA (Gorkhaland Territorial Administration, erstwhile DGHC).
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The journey towards the picturesque hilltop Tiger Hill is full of ups and downs due to the bad condition of the road but the uneasy ride will be forgotten with the scenic view of the pine forest. There is a view tower located in Tiger Hill from where travelers can witness the dazzling sunrise. Many travelers who haven’t been to Tiger Hill have a question that haunts their thoughts about what makes the sunrise from Tiger Hill special and why to miss the sweet slumber of morning time to watch the sunrise. But once they witness the phenomenal event of the sun slowly rising above the horizon when the sunray reveals the snow-capped Himalayan Range and makes them shine like diamond whilst the surrounding valley will be glazed in the golden and orange hue. Watching the sky change its color from the darkest shade of blue to the mixture of lively shades of orange and blue is a sight that can leave any non-believer spellbound.
On a clear day, if the weather is not cloudy, you will be able to catch a glimpse of the mighty Mount Everest (the world’s highest peak at an elevation of 8848 meters above sea level) which is 225 km away. Other than Mount Everest, you will also get to see Mount Makalu whose height is around 8464 meters above sea level. Inflate your lungs with the fresh untainted air after watching the bewitching sunrise while basking in the glorious sight of Mt Kanchenjunga and listening to the alluring sound of chirping birds in Tiger hill will probably be the most cherished memory of your Darjeeling trip.
Tiger Hill Opening Times and Entry Fees
Tiger Hill remains open for tourists every day from early dawn until sunset. The entree fee of Tiger Hill is around 50 rupees per person. Apart from the entry fee, the ticket price of the observatory tower varies depending upon the level. The ticket price for the ground level is 20 rupees as of now. For the first floor, the price increases to rupees 30. The top floor is the most costly one (40 rupees) as it has a comfortable seating facility with a top-notch view. However, on the other two floors, there are also chairs arranged for seating. In this observatory, there is also a toilet facility. However, the toilet is not properly maintained and mostly remains unusable.
How to Reach Tiger Hill in Darjeeling
By Air: At a distance of around 90 km, Bagdogra Aiport is the nearest one. This particular airport is one of the busiest ones which is connected with major nearby cities such as Delhi, Kolkata, and Guwahati.
By Train: New Jalpaiguri Junction (NJP) is the most popular railway station nearby at an approximate distance of around 88 km. Most major railway cities such as Delhi, Guwahati, Kolkata, and more have railway connections with NJP.
By Road: Darjeeling can be easily visited from Siliguri, its major nearby city. From the main town of Darjeeling, Tiger Hill is approximately 11 km distance away. By a rented car, it takes around 40 minutes to reach Tiger Hill from the town.
Best Time to Visit Darjeeling Tiger Hill
Except for the season of Monsoon when frequent rainfall happens and the sky remains cloudy (you will not be able to see the view of Kanchenjunga clearly), you can visit Tiger Hill at any time of the year. The months of October to November and then again, October to May are considered to be the best time to visit Tiger Hill. During these months, chances of having clear weather to witness Kanchenjunga are quite high. The months of winter (from December to February) can also be a great time to visit Tiger Hill if the fog does not block the visibility due to the heavy temperature drop.
FAQs about Tiger Hill
From Tiger Hill, at an elevation of 2590 meters above sea level, spectators get to see a splendid view of sunrise over the mighty Kanchenjunga and the other Himalayan peaks.
Tiger hill is undoubtedly worth visiting as it offers the finest view of Kanchenjunga. Thousand of tourists mostly pay a visit to Darjeeling to witness the enthralling sunrise looming over the world’s third-highest mountain peak, Kanchenjunga.
From Tiger Hill, Mount Everest is barely visible. Due to the Earth’s curvature and 172 km distance from Darjeeling, Mount Kanchenjunga looks higher than Everest.
You can reach Darjeeling’s Tiger Hill by car once you land at Bagdogra Airport. From NJP, you can take a toy train. From NJP or Siliguri, you can also cover the approximate journey of 70 kilometers by car.
Located just about 11 km away from the main town of Darjeeling, the average altitude of Tiger Hill is 2590 meters above sea level.
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