Tinchuley - Complete Travel Guide

Tinchuley Sightseeing Attractions & Activities

The unflustered ambiance of Tinchuley while being endowed with the abundance of natural beauty has made Tinchuley the newfound offbeat destination of Darjeeling. Sprawled with the green lush valley of the alpine forest there are many pictorial places in and around Tinchuley like Tinchuley Monastery which is a very sacred place for the locals has tales about monks who meditated in this monastery for 17years. Tinchuley Sunrise Point is another place in Tinchuley which has become famous among tourists for the exotic view of sunrise. From this point, one can see the Teesta valley, Kalimpong, Eastern and western Sikkim, Latpanchar, and the snow-capped peaks of the Himalayas. There are other points around Tinchuley that can be reached through a short trek like Durpin Dara, the Tista River, the Rangeet River, and Gumba Dara View Point which offers visitors the most astounding view and serene ambiance giving them a sense of calmness.

The mountainous hamlet Tinchuley houses numerous trekking routes in and around it through the dense forest of pine and conifer trees, one such trekking leads tourists to Gumpha Dara rocks feature the magnificence of Indian art and culture during the British Raj. Sited amidst the panoramic and pictorial landscape Gumpha Dara rocks conceal many caves beneath it which hold many mysteries of the ancient era. Gumpha Dara rocks are of historical significance since they hold 200 years old legend in them. As per the legend, a group of lamas with their geylings and jhamtas ran from the dead hand of their enemies and took shelter in the Gumpha Dara rocks. And it is said that the British army would train their soldiers on the Gumpha Dara rocks.

Overlooking the beautiful hills of Kalimpong and Teesta Valley Tinchuley with the touch of history has become a must-visit tourist destination of Darjeeling. Explore through the virgin forest of alpine trees which house numerous exotic birds or take a stroll on the banks of river Teesta and Rangeet confluence to feast your eyes with the panoramic view of the snow-capped Himalayan Range looming over the entire region while visiting Tinchuley. The freshness of air with the lingering essence of the historic era, Tinchuley with its serene ambiance has become the getaway for the tourists who don't want to be lost in the horde of people but in the dense forest amidst the lap of nature.

How to Reach Tinchuley Village

By Air: Tinchuley's closest Airport is Bagdogra Aiport. The approximate distance between them is around 72.8 km. This airport is connected with all the major cities. Hence, it will not be a problem to board a flight to Bagdogra Airport. Once you land here, you have to rent a car or taxi.

By Train: NJP is its closest railway station located at an approximate distance of around 73 km. You have to board a train to NJP. Once you successfully reach the railway station, you need to hire a car.

By Road: Tinchuley is around 32 km driving distance away from Darjeeling and around 35 km from Kalimpong. You can opt for a rented car from any of these cities. Moreover, car can be hired even from Siliguri.

Accommodation Options in the Village

Tinchuley, being an offbeat village, offers limited accommodation options. Here, homestay is the only mode of accommodation available as there is no hotel or resort here. You will get all the basic amenities for a comfortable night stay. Because Tinchuley is adjacent to Lamahatta, Gumbadara, Baramangwa, and Takdah, you can also stay at any of these other locations and take a tour of Tinchuley. For homestay booking arrangements and a complete travel solution, have a look at our exclusively designed Tinchuley Tour Package.

Best time to visit Tinchuley

Tinchuley can be visited throughout the year due to its favorable weather but to catch the unhindered view of the snow-peaked Himalayan mountain range the best time to visit Tinchuley is from mid-September to December when the sky remains clear. So, why are you waiting for? Plan a magnificent Tinchuley Tour with North Bengal Tourism.