Three quiet nights in the forests above Kalimpong: the monastery village of Lava on the edge of Neora Valley National Park, the canopy walk at Lolegaon and the Kanchenjunga view from Rishop. Less traffic than Darjeeling and only about 3.5 hours from Bagdogra.
Day-wise itinerary
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Day 1: Bagdogra to Lava
Pickup and a drive by Sevoke and Gorubathan to Lava. Evening at the Kagyu monastery.
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Day 2: Rishop and Neora Valley
A short drive and walk to Rishop for the range, then the Neora Valley forest gate and Changey Falls.
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Day 3: Lava to Lolegaon
Drive to Lolegaon for the Heritage Forest canopy walk and sunrise at Jhandi Dara.
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Day 4: Back to Bagdogra
Down through Kalimpong to Bagdogra Airport or NJP.
Included
- Private car with driver for the whole trip, from Bagdogra Airport or NJP and back
- Hotel stay with breakfast and dinner, two sharing a room
- Fuel, tolls, parking and driver allowance
- All taxes (GST)
- WhatsApp support from our Bagdogra office every day of the trip
Not included
- Flights and train tickets
- Lunch, entry tickets, camera fees and joy rides
- Anything not listed under included
- Neora Valley entry permit and guide, where taken
Read more about the places on this trip: Lava and Kolakham, Kalimpong.
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Lava, Lolegaon and Rishop tour cost?
From ₹9,500 per person, two sharing, resorts and homestays, for 3 nights and 4 days starting and ending at Bagdogra Airport or NJP. The price depends on season, hotel category and group size.
Is Neora Valley National Park open all year?
The park closes in the monsoon, usually from mid June to mid September. Lava and Lolegaon stay open, and the forests are at their greenest then.
How do I confirm the package?
Pay 20% of the package price as an advance to hold hotels and the car. You get a written itinerary and invoice on WhatsApp and email. The balance is paid to your driver at the end of the tour, in cash or by UPI.
