Already been to Dooars? Darjeeling? Lepchajagat and all the little sleepy hamlets of the hill? Don’t worry! We are here again with a new destination for you. This time, it is a place you have heard of since you were a kid.

This time, it is Ghatshila. For the very few who are unfamiliar with the name, Ghatshila is a small town on the banks of River Subarnarekha. Cradled inside a forest, Ghatshila has a river, dam, valley, and hilly area in its proximity. Once you reach Ghatshila, you’ll see that the amazing location enhances the already mesmerizing natural beauty of the place. This is why it is an ideal choice for you if you want to spend some of your afternoon hours enjoying the sunset, soothing yourself in the relaxing river breeze. Apart from its natural beauty, it is immersed in the rich heritage of local culture which will enrich your mind and gift you a unique experience.

Our pick, The Ghatshila Resort is one of the best staying options you can go for. It pairs so well with the surrounding nature. You can relax in the squeaky clean campus and rooms, and sit in the spacious verandahs. Have a cup of coffee with us, relax, and admire the sunset, you’ll love every moment of it.

In the Ghatshila Resort, we can also arrange for a barbeque in the evening where you can exchange stories with local people, and just enjoy the warmth.

Accommodation:

Both tents and rooms are available with a kid’s playzone, carrom board, and badminton court. Rooms are equipped with geysers both Western and Indian toilets. The place is couple friendly and good for kids.

Nearby Attractions:

Ghatshila is famous for its beautiful picnic spots and tourist spots scattered around the entire area. Some must-visits from the list are-

Phuldungri Pahar:

Within a minimal distance of only 3km, Phuldungri Pahar is a wonderful spot for adventure lovers. It has many beautiful hiking trails, and once you reach the top, the views are amazing.

Burudih Lake:

If you just drive 10 km from our resort, you’ll find yourself baffled by the great scenic beauty of Burudih Lake. Surrounded by hills, the crystal clear lake is an ideal destination for travelers looking for tranquility and peace. The local stalls in the area serve delicious Deshi Chicken Kasha which is both mouth-watering and soul-soothing.

Dharagiri Falls:

Amid rocky hills and jungle, lies a beautiful stream of clear water. The melodies of the falling water, chirping birds, and the forest wind are the best soundtrack you’ll ever put your ears to. You are right if you guessed Dharagiri Falls. It is only 14 km from our resort and is easily accessible.

Rankini Mata Mandir:

The famous yet mysterious Rankini Mandir is less than 25 km from our resort. Sitting in the lap of nature, the temple is a vibrant feast to the eyes. A spiritual day out to Rankini Mata Mandir will ease your mind.

How to reach:

Although we tried to make our resort as far as possible from pollution and cacophony, it is very easy to reach through multiple modes of transport.

By rail:The nearest railway station is Tatanagar Railway Station which is only 44 km from our resort. It takes around an hour to reach the railway station from our resort by car.

By road:Our resort is only 48 km from Jamshedpur and 237 km from Kolkata.

By air:The nearest airport is the Jamshedpur airport, located only 50 km away from our very beautiful Ghatshila Resort.

Pricing of Ghatshila Resort

INR 3600 + GST Per Day Per Room

INR 400 for extra person charge( paid on the spot)

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Don’t you get fed up with the mundane duties of everyday life? And if that seemed less, the pandemic is an add-on. It feels risky to plan a trip anymore or even plan a get-together outside. But fret not, there is always a way out because this hidden gem inside the city will make you feel as if you are on a vacation to a campsite amidst green forests. The property is located in New town, away from the boisterous city chaos and car honking. A piece of heaven amidst the hullabaloo is certainly not a bad idea. Therefore, make a plan for the weekend and come back with a handful of good memories. This short stay can either be for complete leisure or might be for a beautiful opportunity to work from a soul-rejuvenating place. Think less and start packing.

Accommodation and Facilities at Newtown Resort:

The beautiful property is nestled amidst the greens, and the rooms here have a rustic touch but are in sync with all modern amenities. The rooms of this property have been designed to look bamboo-made, but have features like AC, installed sanitizers, 24-hour security, free parking, printer, power backup, indoor games, vast lawn, bonfire, outdoor sports, kitchenette, etc. The property has also taken special preventive measures in combating the pandemic like installing sanitizers at every step and ensuring contactless check-ins.

This property has certain outdoor amenities too, like a Gazebo (Hut Style) Seating Area is there where our guests can have their meals, or play some card/board games, can also play the game of dart for which the aiming board is installed too.

High-Speed Wi-Fi is also available.

Driver Accommodation is not available for the time being.

We serve Indian, Chinese & Continental Cuisines to our guests on an A-La-Carte basis.

Maximum Accommodation: 7 Double Occupancy Rooms which can accommodate 14 adults; no extra bed provided, but an extra person is allowed who can share the double king-size bed.

Check in: 12:00 P.M

Check out: 11:00 A.M

Nearby Attraction Of Newtown Resort:

• Visit the water park ‘Aquatica’ filled with fun water games and rides.
• Visit Mother’s wax museum, it will mesmerize you with the wax statues of celebrities.
• Kolkata Museum of modern art to visualize modern art and architecture.
• Not to miss Eco Park, one of the biggest urban parks of India.
• Do not miss Victoria Memorial to get a taste of history and royal architecture. Built between 1906 and 1921, it is a museum maintained by the Ministry of Culture.
• Visit the famous 19th-century Kali Temple of Dakshineswar. You can also visit Kalighat, another famous Kali Temple which is also aPitasthan.
• Other famous spots include Belur Math, Science city, Eden Gardens, Alipore zoological garden, Birla planetarium, Botanical gardens, Maidan, etc.
• Apart from all these nearby destinations, one can visit some beach destinations like Digha, Shankarpur, Tajpur, Bakkhali, Talsari, etc.
• If you have time in hand and don’t have a tight schedule, you can also visit the Sunderbans. It will bewilder you by the abundance of nature all around you.

Outdoor Activities In Newtown Resort:

• Enjoy a bonfire in the evening.
• Take a walk on the vast green lawn.
• Enjoy outdoor and indoor games.
• Savour the tasty meals from the property kitchen.

Best time to visit Newtown:

October to mid-April is ideal for a visit. It is better to avoid the summer season here.

How To Reach Newtown:

By air: Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport connects Kolkata with the rest of the world. This place is 11.9 km from Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport

By Road from the airport, it takes around 45 minutes via the Rajarhat main road and then the Pathar Ghata Road to reach here. The place is Tegharia, Near DPS Megacity, Newtown.

By rail: Howrah and Sealdah are two major railheads of Kolkata. It connects Kolkata with the major cities of India.

Cost of Newtown Resort

Saturday and Sunday the cost per room is INR 2,180 + GST
Weekdays the cost per room is INR 1,880 + GST

Extra Person need to pay INR 350 in the resort.

Children below 5 years are complimentary.

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The captivating beauty of the calm deciduous forest, coupled with tales from the classic Indian mythology, can anything BE more compelling for you to plan a trip? If all you want to enjoy a place that has all these, come to the Garh Jungle. Free from the suffocating crowd, it is a birder’s paradise. History and mythology walk hand in hand here. Nestled between the Ajoy and Damodar rivers, there are a number of ancient temples with rich history and lore. According to the Markandya Puran, Raja Suratha arranged Durga Puja for the first time on earth, in this very forest. From 13th century temples to ASI must-see monuments- you will never run out of amazing places to see when you are in this serene spot.

Our property in here, the Garh Jungle Lodge is a timeless ritzy option for a perfect weekend stay. Located on the bank of the river, you can spend hours feasting your eyes on the beautiful nature that surrounds the place. Green lawns, lined by the red soil roads welcome you here.The lodge has all the in-room modern amenities. Enjoy the scrumptious and freshly cooked meals from the organic kitchen. With the multi-cuisine restaurant, bars, banquet halls, the lodge has it all for a perfect weekend. It is well-suited for family trips, receptions and corporate tours too.

Accommodation: Deluxe Room and Annexe rooms. Only Annexe rooma are pet friendly and extra charges will apply for that. The pool will be functional from summer 2021. The property is at 5 ins walking distance from Damodar river. The property has enough space for Yoga sessions, conference meet or other events. It has a nice really big lawn and nice farm area. Autumn covers some pathway with mesmerising siuli flower.

Check-in 12:00 P.M.
Check out 10:00 A.M.

Outdoor Activity

In-house experience: Enjoy a relaxing weekend. You do not even need to go out for that. Spend hours on the lush lawn with a hot beverage in hand. Children, have play zones in park, rabbits and badminton courts, so no chance of them getting bored for even a minute. If interested, you can also learn about or take part in organic farming.

Locality exploring: If you are interested, the property can organise package tours for you. In the ‘rustic trails’ tour, you can explore the local culture in the villages. There are beautiful rural architectures in the surroundings that you will simply love. Also, tribal dance sessions can be organised in the evening.

Nearby Attractions of Garh Jungle

Shyamrupa temple: One of the oldest temples and the major attraction here is the Shyamrupa temple. It is believed to be from the 13th century. This temple houses the 10-armed marble idol of Devi Shyamrupa.

Ichhai Ghosher Deul: Ichhai Ghosher Deul or the tower-temple is an ancient monument, which is in the list of ASI itself. Located on the bank of the river Ajay, the burnt bricks tower is unique for the architecture and engravings.

Durgapur barrage: If you are planning for a leisurely afternoon, you can visit the Durgapur barrage. The main attraction is the dam gate on the Damodar River. You can see water birds in here, or relax in the adjacent park.

How to Reach Garh Jungle

Rail: The nearest rail station is Durgapur. From there it is nearly 4 km away, which takes 10 minutes to reach by car.

Air: The nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Airport, Kolkata. 174 km away and takes a car approx. 3 hours to reach the place.

Road: From Kolkata, the property is approximately 176 km away, and it takes around 3 hours 40 minutes to reach by NH2/NH19.

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Best Time to Visit Garh Jungle

The best time to visit the place is from November to early March. The temperature stays bearable and there is no rain. You can relax on the campus, go out for a campus or check out the major places around. Whereas the summer months are a bit too hot, but the afternoon on the river banks is a bliss.

Pocket Pinch

Birvanpur Retreat – Beside Damodar River (Near Garh Jungle):

Super Deluxe (Ground floor): INR 3,000 + GST = INR 3,117 per day per room

Super Deluxe (First floor): INR 3,250 + GST = INR 3,351 per day per room

Annex Four Bed (Ground floor): INR 4,000 + GST = INR 4,115 per day per room

Annex Four Bed (First floor): INR 4,500 + GST = INR 4,604 per day per room

Child Policy: Complimentary for a child under five years.

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The true essence of vacation brings out through happiness and likings for the place from within. The place Kurseong is a well-known place for diverse flora and fauna. Nirvana Retreat, located in Kurseong is our new venture which is now ready to take the responsibility of making this known place more happening. This boutique will offer you with an amazing view of hills, witnessing rich nature and with delicious food.

Accommodation: Nirvana Retreat- Kurseong

Kanchenjunga-facing suites of 4types – Premium suites, Deluxe Suites, Garden Suites and Garden room are available there with world-class comfort and complimentary breakfast.

Timing

Outdoor Activities

Nearby Attractions

Best Time To Visit

The beauty of hills is different in every season. In summer for avoiding the heat of your city escaping to the hill is always preferable. Monsoon is best for those places having waterfalls and rivers. November to February gives a heavenly view of the hills. Kurseong is not the best place to view Kanchenjunga but Darjeeling and other such places provide the best time to view Kanchenjunga during these months. Spring in this region is so colorful because of the abundant existence of flora and fauna.

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Dooars the place which is the gateway to Bhutan, at the foothills of the Eastern Himalaya. So many rivers are flowing in these fertile lands, which is coming down from the mountains in Bhutan. The most beautiful place during monsoon travel is Dooars, which is based on three Ts are Tea, timber and tourism. Junglee Mohal is surrounded by dense forests with exotic flora and Fauna. Luxury tea tourism is the benchmark for myriad activities. This is worth to visit and explore the Tea resort and it is considered to be the enriched with lush green beauty of nature and hills together.

Accommodation

The tea resort is located at the forest named Baikunthopur, just beside the Teesta River. It consists of a total number of four double bedrooms.

• The rooms are having attached bathroom and the best part is you can view the beautiful tea plantation from your room. There is one family room which is larger in size and has an attached bathroom with all kinds of modern amenities.
• The interiors are all very traditional and décor is impeccable, which will mesmerize you make your stay happier.
• The onsite restaurant will give you a beautiful view of the tea gardens.
• The library and games room is also there in the resort.
• Food is very authentic and they prepare it from the garden fresh organic vegetables. Healthy and tasty food and room service are available round the clock.

Check In: 12 noon

Check Out: 12 noon

Outside activities in Tea Resort in Junglee Mohal

• The resort has a tea boutique, where the guests can brew their choice of tea from a wide range of variety and can make a cup of tea with a flavor they want altogether. You can take a cycle tour to the tea estate.
• You can have a live experience of the tea processing and manufacturing methods in the tea factory nearby.
• The babbling river and wood will give a fascinating sight of fauna and flora , you can enjoy the nature on cycle (with a nominal charge of the cycle ).
• The resort arrange tribal Dance and music show with your prior request.
• You can go hiking in the river Teesta.
• Can go for bird watching along with a guide.

Nearby Sightseeing Tea Resort in Junglee Mohal

• Gorumara National Park a few kilometers away from Saraswatipur. You can catch glimpse of a Rhino which is the most famous animal here. The best place a day trip.
• Temple visit like Brahmri Devi and Saraswati temple are famous here.
• You can visit Rocky Island just 2 km from Samsing.
• Jhalong near Indo Bhutan border located at the foothills of snow-clad Himalaya. It is a village and has so many species birds.
• Malbazar near Teesta River.
• Phuntsolin is in Bhutan is near to the border of India Jalgaon.
• The famous Jaldapara wildlife sanctuary

Best time to visit November and December

How to Reach Tea Resort in Junglee Mohal

By Air: The nearest airport is Bagdogra at Siliguri. You can take a cab or rented a taxi to cover a journey of 40kms.

By Train: The nearest station is New Jalpaiguri and again you have to take a cab or rented car or Bus can reach there in 45 mins to 1 hour.

By Route: from Kolkata, the distance is 585 km and if you take a drive you can reach in 14 hours.

To usher fresh breath air and enjoy the lush green valley at the foothills of the Himalayas and go and the ecstatic beauty of tea estate and be good tea taster, brew and blend own cup of tea, from a varied range of choices.

Price of Tea Resort in Junglee Mohal

Room only at INR 4000 + 5% GST

Other tea estates you may be interested in Fagu Tea Estate, Peshok Farm Stay, Lava Tea Estate

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Mandarmoni is located in East Midnapore, a seaside resort village. This is referred to as the largest sea beach resort village and the longest drive away from it. It comes in between Kolkata Digha route. .It’s a very peaceful beach and the loneliness of the beach is serene and close to divinity. The hotel industry and tourists are the main source of economy to this place. If you want to shrug off stress and strain from shoulder the beach is the best place to do that. You rejuvenate to take a sunbath on the beach. Viceroy Mandarmani offer you Luxury at an affordable price. This beach front hotel is also an ideal place for corporate tour or large group family celebration.

Accommodation

Viceroy Manadarmani is a spacious luxury property with all modern facilities. It offers you a chaos free tranquil weekend escape. On the other hand Viceroy is also good for group tours and corporate bookings

• There is a special room that is the Royal room. The best room and can avail all kind of facilities and interiors.
• .The resort offers both Executive and Premium rooms to their guests. Tariffs have calculated the plan you choose
• . In premium rooms, you are offered with a spacious room with all modern amenities you can enjoy the cool breeze by sitting at the balcony facing the Bay of Bengal.
• The Executive rooms are having the same facilities as free toiletries, attached modern and western bathroom and attached poolside balcony.
• The interiors are panoramic which will attract you to stay there and enjoy every moment of your stay.
• A big Lounge, bar onsite restaurant which will offer authentic seafood and other cuisines. The onsite bar is also there. You can enjoy your toast of drinks at poolside of the resort.
• The property has 70 rooms with an accommodation capacity of nearly 150 people.

Check-In: 12 Noon

Check out: 10 AM

Outdoor Activities

• Poolside is the most attractive part of the resort. Your kids can also enjoy swimming over there. You can enjoy your drinks and breakfast and also can take a sunbath. The pool is in between cabanas and gaunt bar.
• Stone throw you have the longest beach of Mandarmoni, you can enjoy the sea bathing and relax. Beaches the biggest places of relaxing from strenuous life.
• Nice and serene beach, there are beachside small hotels which offer different kinds of fries. You can drink Coconut water also, which is a real good experience. The aura of the beachside is mesmerizing.
• Big lush green lawns with a beautiful garden offer garden chairs and a children’s park for the kids, Jacuzzi and can take different kinds of the spa also.
• Different types of water sports can be enjoyed, like sea scooter, paragliding and riding bikes on the beach.

Nearby Sightseeing from Mandarmani

• Tajpur is just a few kilometers away. You can see red crabs crawling on the beach. Basically, you can watch the humdrum life of a fisherman.
• Shankarpur again a beach side place. It has twin beach which is said to be the fishing harbor.
• Digha is a well-known tourist place in Medinipur district. Mostly when you are traveling Mandarmani can pay a visit to Digha beach also. It is a safe beach for swimming.

All the above places are just a few kilometers away from Mandarmani.

Best time to visit

Round the year tourists can be found there. Winter is the best season to visit Mandarmani. Whereas the sea looks awesome in monsoon.

How to reach Mandarmani

By Air: The nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose airport at Dumdum. It is around 164 kilometers from the airport. You can rent a car or a Volvo A.C. bus services are there to reach Mandarmani. The time it may take around 3 hours to reach.

By Train: The nearest station is Contai and also Digha. You can take a train from Howrah and reach the above-mentioned stations. Contai is 17 km away from Mandamani and Digha is 30 km away. You have to rent a car or can take bus services to reach there.

By route: You can take drive 164 kilometers and reach Mandarmani in 3 and ½ hours. You can take bus services also Volvo A.C buses are available also.

Price of Viceroy Mandarmani

Executive Room only price INR 4600 + 18 % GST(to be paid to the hotel)

Premium Room only price INR 4900 + 18 % GST(to be paid to the hotel)

Special price for group booking.

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Simlipal, known for its national park and Tiger Reserve, is located in the northern part of the Mayurbhanj district of Orissa. Adorned with beautiful flora and fauna, Simlipal derives its name from the Simul Tree of Bengal. The area of Simlipal is the proud claimant of being the largest wildlife sanctuaries of India and in 1973 it became an essential part of the Tiger Project.

The Simlipal National Park is nature’s boon of bio-diversity not only in terms of wildlife but also in faunal diversity. Bordering the Santhal Tribal settlement, Simlipal provides us with a complete ecosystem conducive for floral, faunal and human habitat. Filled with plateaus, meadows, gushing rivers, waterfalls, and dense forests, this area is nothing less than the gift of nature making it a traveler’s paradise. It was also here that the Mugger Crocodile Scheme was launched in the year 1979. The Simlipal National Park is not only the home to the highest tiger population but also elephants, leopards, Sambar, barking deer, hill mynah along with more than three hundred species of birds and sixty species of reptiles. The heritage trees of Sal and Simulare predominantly found here. Simlipal with its National Park is purely nature’s bliss.

How to Reach Simlipal:

Simlipal is well connected by all means of transport.

Simlipal by Air: The nearest airport is Bhubaneshwar or Kolkata which are 270kms and 240kms from Simlipal respectively. From the airport, you can hire a private car or a taxi and drive straight down to Simlipal.

Simlipal by Train: Located at a distance of 76kms from Simlipal, the nearest railway station is Balasore. It is well connected with major cities like Kolkata (Howrah), Midnapore, Rourkela, Sambalpur, and Hyderabad.

You can check out the Trains from Howrah to Balasore

Simlipal by Road: The best way to reach Simlipal is to travel by road. It is roughly a five-hour drive from Kolkata and the roadways are beautiful. The scenic and the picturesque beauty of the place is best enjoyed while traveling in a car.

To reach Simlipal National Park, the central most area is Baripada which serves as the entry gate to the National Park and is also the headquarters of Mayurbhanja district. Baripada is about 270 km from Bhubaneshwar, 204kms from Kolkata, 55kms from Balasore and 16kms from Pithabata respectively. Bus, taxi and private car services are easily available from here for tourists.

Simlipal Temperature and Weather:

Simlipal experiences all the distinct seasons throughout the year.

The monsoons of Simlipal last between the months of June to September and receives moderate to a heavy amount of rainfall. The thick dense forests look beautiful with all the greens. However, doing touristy events might get limited due to weather conditions.

Simlipal experiences summer from the beginning of March till the end of June. The summers are hot and humid and the average temperature ranges between 25 degrees Centigrade to 44 degrees centigrade. It is better not to visit Simlipal during these months of the year.

The winters in Simlipal are beautiful. The temperature ranges between 13 degrees Centigrade and 25 degrees Centigrade. The winter months of Simlipal are from December to February. It is comfortably pleasant during the daytime and the evenings are quite chilly.

Best Time to Visit Simlipal:

The best time to visit Simlipal is during the winters which last from the beginning of December till the end of February. The thick dense forest looks beautiful with all the renewed greenery after the rains. Touristic events are fun doing this season because of the comfortable weather. The best months to visit Simlipal is from October to February.

Simlipal Attractions:

• Simlipal National Park:

  The National Park is a must visit for those who are traveling to Simipal. The beautiful thick forest which is the home to a wide variety of wildlife is the major attraction of Simlipal. The biodiversity in flora and fauna will blow your mind away! The rivers, the waterfalls, the plateaus and the wide range of landscapes in the National Park are breath-taking.

• Barehipani Falls:

  Considered to be one of the highest falls in India, the Barehipani Falls in Simlipal National Park is a two-tiered waterfall. Emerging from the Meghasani Peak- the highest peak in the Reserve- it is the most spectacular waterfall which gushes and ravages down from a height of almost 400m. The Barehipani Waterfall area is considered to be the most beautiful area of the reserve with the majestic green backdrop of the dense forest. The waterfall creates a pond below where tourists can even take a dip and have an experience of a lifetime.

• Jaranda Falls:

  The Jaranda Falls falling from a height of 150m provide another picturesque view of nature’s bounty in the Simlipal National Park. Nestled in the heart of the dense forest, this waterfall is located in the core area. The splattering water droplets and the gushing sound of the fall in the backdrop of the thick vegetation make it look surreal and ethereally beautiful. It is an ideal spot to spend the day with your loved ones inhaling the pure oxygen surrounded by the greenery. Simply put, it is a part of nature’s paradise.

• Kuliana, HaripurDeokund:

  These are places in and around Simlipal which are filled with history. Kuliana is a reserve of Paleolithic Art while Haripur was initially the capital of the Mayurbhanj State. Deokund, on the other hand, is famous for its shrine dedicated to Goddess Ambika.

Inconclusive, Simlipal is not only adorned with natural beauty but also forms an integral part in the historical and archaeological field of West Bengal.

Tour Plan of Simlipal:

A four-day tour to Simlipal is best to cover the whole of it including jungle safari and sightseeing in and around the area.

Day 1: Leave for Simlipal on road or by train from Kolkata and reach Baripada. Travel time from Kolkata to Baripada is of roughly 5 hours on road. Halt the night in Baripada.

Day 2: Leave for Jungle Safari after breakfast. Travel through the deep forest and witness the variety of wildlife and enjoy the beauty of the Baheripani, Joranda and Uski waterfalls. You can also visit the core zone of the forest and try your luck in witnessing tigers and elephants. Come back to Baripada and stay the night.

Day 3: Leave for local sightseeing in and around Simlipal like the Ambika Devi Temple and the Crocodile Farm. Visit the local Santhal tribes and experience their rustic livelihood. You can also visit the local market areas. Stay the night after the day tour.

Day 4: Leave for Baripada/Balasore as per your scheduled transport.

Hotels in Simlipal:

You can appreciate the beauty of nature to its fullest while staying in a fabulous place, right in the midst of the wilderness. There is a number of forest lodges and guest houses in this area where you can stay very close to nature. However, these stays do not devoid you of the comfort and basic staying amenities- experience rustic forest life amidst nature with the comfort of urban life. There are hotels and resorts too if you are looking for peaceful holidaying experience. In short, lodging near this area will enrich your entire wildlife and forest experience.

We are gallivanted just like you are. We here at Nomadic Weekends will help you to find the best place to travel to, provide you with an itinerary and the perfect place to stay as per your personal needs. Join us and have a travel experience like never before.

Our Nomadic Find:

Here in Simlipal, we have one of our best finds. Located on the banks of the River Palpala, in Lulung, this exotic forest resort is only 25kms from Baripada. Bordering around the eastern fringes of the Simlipal National Park, this is one of the best stays in the area. Here we provide you with one of the best-staying experiences right in the midst of the dense forest- with comfortable accommodation and delicious food. If you are the adventurous kind, we have activities organized for you to satiate the adventure bug. Stay here and take back with you a once in a lifetime experience.

Simplipal Best Accommodation:

We take pride when we say that we have one of the best stays in our bags when you are traveling to Simlipal. Not only do you receive a comfortable stay with luxurious amenities amidst the forest, but we also have provisions to keep you active throughout the day within the resort with pools, badminton and volleyball courts, a plant nursery, a star-gazing center and also a library.

Simlipal Activities:

• Trekking: Travelling to the Simlipal Forest and not trekking through the mountain trails, is a hit and a miss.
• Cycling: Cycle through the mountain trails and explore the virgin wilderness of the forest.
• Picnicking: Spend a day with your loved ones amidst nature and soothe your mind having a picnic by the babbling Palpala River.
• Bird Watching: If birds interest you, then bird-watching activity is a must for you in the neighboring forest area.
• Studying Orchids: The orchid flowers are a major attraction of this area. If you are looking to appreciate some wild orchids, the neighboring forests are the right place to be.

Price of Simlipal Luxury Stay

• River View Cottages (INR 5000 + 18%GST): Private cottages for feeding your mind with calm and serenity, overlooking the river and breakfast for 2 included in the price.
• Suite Cottages (INR 6000+ 18%GST): Soak in the soothing sound and fragrance of the Simlipal Forest with your loved ones with breakfast for 2 included in the price.
• Meadow Suites (INR 5500 + 18%GST): Enjoy the greenery of the surrounding areas while staying in these suites which have a provision of 1 bed-room and one living room, accommodating up to four in each room and breakfast for 2 people included in the price

Child Policy : Children below 8 years are complimentary and rest we charge as full amount.

Other price for reference:

Lunch 525 and dinner 683/- per person.

Extra person charge : INR 1680 including breakfast and GST.

Driver Accommodation available : bunkers accommodation complimentary for drivers but food is on chargeable basis. If he eats in staff cafeteria he pays only 50 rs per meal. But if he eats in restaurant he pays like what’s guests pays to us.

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The serene view of Chisang Homestay in the lap of Eastern Himalayas shall touch your soul. Chisang Homestay is located in the Kalimpong district of West Bengal very close to Bhutan border. The Tenda Plateau, medical river Dawai Khola, wild orchids, sunrise over the vast mountain range all forms a majestic view. The hospitability of the homestay is another remarkable attraction.

Chisang Homestay located in Chisang or Todey is rich in its culture and heritage. They have a unique idea of Goan style houses yet a similarity with Tibetian people. Cardamom is quite famous. The variety of local food is mouthwatering. Busty Chicken, Ema- datchi, Himalayan Trout and sausages are few of them. Chisang Homestay is famous for its organic vegetables. Indian and Chinese dishes are available too. Nepali is a common language in Todey.

Accommodation

This beautiful homestay away from the tiring city life is a worth visit. You can enjoy the peaks and ranges of Bhutan which are visible from the rooftop. The accommodation is more than just comfortable as it gives you small enticing experiences like a trek to the medicinal river, offering a peach freshly picked from the garden or a local person playing an instrument for you in the evening.

They have two twin sharing beds in each room. Four people at a room can stay at max with an attached clean washroom. Rooftop hangout area is marvellous they make a bonfire, BBQ, in it. The place also has musical instruments and also the corner of a book

Outdoor Activity at Chisang Homestay :

You can enjoy a lot of activities including Bonfire, bar-b-cue, fishing, picnic beside the Dawai Khola river, trekking in the cardamom fields or simply spent your time leisurely loitering around. The arrangements like BBQ, bonfire etc. may require a nominal extra charge. You can also look out for local Products, fine arts collection in certain places.

Nearby Attraction:

After a heavy sumptuous breakfast at the homestay, tourists may head for the local sightseeing.

• Dawai Khola Riverside: The drive to this river bed is not very exciting. The road is gravel with plenty of pebbles. After you reach Dawai Khola, tourists need to get on another vehicle. The roads to the monastery are steep, scary and narrow. Reaching the Druk Thek Sum Choling monastery is an adventure. This place is ideal for trekking and hiking. Coming down to the river bed might soothe you. A sporty picnic is arranged by the crystal clear riverside. Roasted chicken, bar-b-cue and other delicacies are served with great care.
• Todey Bazaar: The ideal place for nature lovers falls under the Gorubathan block in Kalimpong. The village market place can be an interesting place to visit. The total cost of these places by car is 2500 INR approx.
• Jhalong: Jhalong is a small village near Kalimpong District on the way to Bindu. This is situated near the Indo Bhutan borders on the banks of Jaldhaka River. Various hill birds and migratory waterfowl are witnessed here. It takes around 4.5 hours via AH2 and NH17 by car.
• Bindu: Bindu is the last village before the Bhutan border. It is situated at an altitude of 600m on the Indo Bhutan Border.
• Dalgaon: Dalgaon is only 4 kms drive from Jhaldaka River. Bhutan is visible from this beautiful landscape. The total cost by car to these three places is 2500 INR.

The weather and Best Time To Visit Chisang:

The temperature usually varies from 16 to max 25 degrees throughout the year. The rainfall in May is 4.6 and June is 15.6 fairly. December to February is the best time to visit

How to reach Chisang:

By Train: The distance between New Mal Junction and Chisang Homestay is 3 hrs 52 mins via AH2. Tourists can hire jeep that takes 2700 INR to the stay.

By Air: The nearest airport is Bagdogra which is at a distance of nearly 90kms and takes almost 2 hours to reach the place.

Price of Chisang Homestay

INR 1,750 Per person per night (Including Stay with Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner) – APAI Plan

Please note: 5% GST will be added to the total package cost as per govt. rules

Child Policy:
Babies between 1 to 5 years are complimentary
Toddlers between 6 to 9 years will have a charge of half price
Kids above 10 years will have charge of an adult

Sightseeing Costs:

Local sightseeing and picnic covered in a day costs 2500

• We arrange a riverside picnic.
• Off-road adventure towards Tangta Monastery
• Todey Bazar sightseeing.

Local sightseeing to the following places covered in a day costs 2500

• Bindu
• Jhalong
• Dalgoan viewpoint

Places you can visit along with:Wildlife Resort Dooars,Sisamara Wild Hut,Jaldhaka Nomadic Farm Stay,Fagu Tea Bungalow,

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“Life happens to you when you are busy planning other things”

That is what one feels as you step into this ethereal world, hidden and tucked away from the madness. Your thoughts which are filled with the daily stress of our mundane lives slowly and steadily fades away. Your eyes will take time to adjust to this beautiful Asan Nagar Eco Village Farm House, engulfed in greenery and the best of nature surrounded by incredible rural beauty.

Start your mornings with viewing the Sunrise, maybe it is time to try your hand at Surya Namaskar! Sitting in the Baranda, sipping your hot cup of tea, you steadily watch the village life unfold in front of you. At a distant, you can hear the hark of the fisherman as he casts his net. As the harvest sways with every slight wind, the paddy fields look bountiful, as if nature has blessed this hamlet, feast your eyes on the marigold fields, a riot of colour.

Life is indeed beautiful!

Watch the farmers toil in their fields, proud of themselves and their land. Join the village elders under the Banyan tree, for a lovely chat and as the sun starts to set, take a country boat ride, we promise you, this is a ride you will never forget. At a distant, the solitary Baul sings out, and your heart feels a bittersweet pain. You long to join him in his journey, but, well you need to go back to the farmhouse, a Bonfire and your favorite tipple are waiting.

Life indeed!

And yes, we can’t resist not mentioning the scrumptious food, starting from Phulko Luchi, Tarkari, Mishti for breakfast. Tea/ coffee and snacks, Lip-smacking lunch and dinner. Believe us when you dig into that Kosha Mangsho and Mishti Pulao, time stops still, life is worth living!

Accommodation :No of Rooms 5 Cosy, clean, comfortable rooms with all modern amenities. Sparkling clean bathrooms. It is a farmhouse with a soul, do not expect five-star facilities, if nature beckons you, and you are keen to hear its story, this is the place for you.

Outdoor Activities

Village trek, discover the narrow, rustic pathways, explore and be surprised.
Carry a pair of binoculars, for an Avian encounter.
Do indulge in a boat ride, the beautiful River Jhor will give you memories that will last a lifetime.
Watch the farmers harvesting their crop or try your hand at fishing, the locals will surely help you if you are a novice.
Evening Bonfire, with that fried fish you caught, an excellent ending to a spectacular day!

Nearby Attraction

Shibnibas, largest Shiva idol in Asia. 8 km from the farmhouse.
Akshay Bot tolla, a huge Banyan tree, covering an area of 6-7 bighas. Beside river Palda. It is 9km from the farmhouse.
Mayapur, 25 km from the farmhouse. Famous for its Iskon temple.
Nabadwip 27 km from the farmhouse.

Best Time to Visit

All year round. Summers can be hot, but nature has its own cooling effect. No pollution means less heat.

How to Reach

By Road – 130 km from Kolkata, Kolkata-Ranaghat-Badkulla to Krishnanagar bypass-Kulgachia-Assannagar.

By Train – Either Majdia station or Krishnanagar station.

Pocket Pinch

AC Double Bedded Rooms: INR 3500 + 5% GST per rooms Including Breakfast – 2 Rooms
Non AC Double Bedded Room: INR 3000 + 5% GST per rooms Including Breakfast – 2 Rooms
Non AC Double Bedded Small Room: INR 2500 + 5% GST per room Including Breakfast – 1 Room
Extra person INR 300 per head

Child below 8 years stays free.

Pick up and drop the vehicle and local sightseeing vehicle can be arranged at an additional minimum charge.

Not forgetting our furry friend, this is a pet-friendly farmhouse.

Other interesting places you can visit on weekends : Katwa Jol Bari, Minakhan Floating Resort, Tajpur Village Hut, Chandpur Village Resort, Nomadic Baranti Resort, Purulia

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The heart longs for solace and that is what one gets at Lebong Eco farm stay. A certified organic village. Just 45 min from Darjeeling town, lies this piece of heaven. Where you get dazzling views of the Himalayas and the lush greenery of tea gardens. This self-sufficient farm boasts of Eco-friendly sustainable living. Organic Vegetables, fresh produce tea, cardamom, Ginger and orange farms. An authentic Eco stay, in its true sense. Where your morning alarm is the call of the rooster, and a hot cuppa of Darjeeling tea served by a smiling staff.

After a hearty, robust breakfast, one can trek the nearby vistas for a guided village walk. If one is lucky, can chance upon meeting many ethnic groups, local woman plucking tea leaves. Villagers catching fish or grazing their herd, milking cattle. All in a hard day’s work. You can request for barbeque nights along with your favourite tipple. On request, a picnic can be arranged by the beautiful River beach. Huts have an open front facing farms where tea, Ginger and vegetables are grown and as you gorge on a lovely meal, sitting on the sand bed, your heart will wish that you never leave this place.

Accommodation :Simple, minimalistic accommodation. Quaint freestanding huts, Deluxe tents on tea farm Baths and toilet attached. Huts have electricity, coils, table fan, lamps basic necessities. Bathrooms have a shower.

Deluxe Tent :Simple basic, built on platforms, carpeted with attached bath.

Deluxe Room :Newly built room, on top of the kitchen and dining area. Wooden partition and caring with carpeted floor and a fully tiled bathroom. Large balcony, overlooking farm area with pool

Nearby Attraction at Lebong

Well, that’s what you get there, besides rolling hills and valleys, organic gardens.

Bird watching,

Fishing,

Hiking

And yes, one can try out MOMO classes conducted by the farm.

If you are a Tea enthusiast one can visit tea plucking and tea processing units. If Food interests you, lovely, delicious organic meals serve hot with love and don’t forget to taste Tongba, a fermented barley drink served in a bamboo glass.

Best Time to Visit Lebong

Summer brings the best out of the weather here, along with the tourist, as the temperature stays within 8-20 degree Celsius. In winter it goes down near freezing point, but when the sun comes out, the mountains smile with the snow-covered peaks. Monsoon offers heavy downpour and road blockades occur sometimes owing to landslides.

How to Reach

By Train – Overnight trains from Kolkata to Siliguri.

Reaches early morning, take a car and reach the farm.45 min from Darjeeling town.

By Air – Nearest airport Bagdogra. You can take a car to Darjeeling town, 45 min from there to the farm.

One can request the Eco stay for pick up and drop for an additional charge.

Pocket Pinch

Hut – INR 4800 Including Breakfast and Dinner

Deluxe Tent – INR 5400 Including Breakfast and Dinner

Deluxe Rooms – INR 6000 Including Breakfast and Dinner

Extra Person: INR 1500 Including Breakfast and Dinner

GST :18% (To be paid at the Farm House)

Child Policy :Complimentary for a child under five years.

Place you can visit along with:Nomadic Bamboo Resort – Ghoom,Ghoom Tea Estate,The Retreat Darjeeling

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