Jeeps and Land Rovers are the ideal vehicle to travel in the region. Since many parts of the region has opened to the tourists only recently, road infrastructure at some places still leaves a lot to be desired. Jeeps can take you to all the tourist destinations without any problem.
At many places in the jungle and at higher altitude, other vehicles, specially the diesel version of popular vehicles, fail to climb the stiff roads. Jeeps also have the advantage of accommodating as many as 10 people in a single vehicle bringing down the cost of transportation if you are in a large group.

White water rafting is a relatively new adventure sport in the region. The sport was introduced in Darjeeling hills in the year 1991. Since then the sport has come a long way and has gained tremendous popularity.

As a result, several private organisations along with DGHC tourism have set up rafting facilities. On an international scale the icy cold waters of the rugged Tista is graded at IV. With a series of rapids with varying intensity and character, Tista extends a challenging invitation to the enthusiasts.

The turbulent waters of the Tista with its multidimensional rapids provide rafters with a variation meant for professionals. But there are several straights which can be enjoyed by the greenhorn. The spectacular scenery confronting a rafter while one snakes down the mountain rivers make this experience a must for all lovers of adventure.

Safety is the key to the success of an adventure endeavor and the services extended by our well trained staff assures you this. Moreover, the rafting equipment used by is of the highest quality available in the world. The extremely high standard infrastructure is supplemented by mouthwatering cuisine of the hills served with a smile.

The Northeast is endowed with very rich heritage of flora and fauna. The region is home to a large variety of birds. In addition, many migratory birds visit the region every year during the winter months.

The total number of bird species known to science as inhabiting the earth to-day has been estimated as about 8600. If subspecies or geographical races are taken into account, the figure would rise to nearly 30,000. It is estimated that the Indian subcontinent is the home for about 2100 forms of which over 300 are winter visitors, chiefly from the Palaearctic Region to the north. A large proportion of these birds can be seen in the Dooars, Sikkim and Darjeeling region.

The Indian subcontinent is divided in five geographical primary subdivisions in order to understand the bird habitat better. Interestingly, this region is the confluence of three of the five subdivisions, namely the Indo-Gangetic Plain, The Himalayas and Assam. This has resulted in sighting of a large variety of avifauna in the region.

The birds that are commonly visible in the area include water birds like Pelican, Cormorant, Heron, Egret, Stark, Ibis, different types of Ducks and Goose. The other common bird species include different types of Myna, Stint, Snipe, River Turn, Pigeon, Swift, Hoopoe, Woodpecker, Swallow, Martin, Shrike and many other bird varieties.

Mountain biking is arguably one of the safest and the most enchanting ways to visit Darjeeling and Sikkim region. Even if you are not an avid lover of mountain biking, you may prefer mountain biking in Darjeeling and Sikkim Himalaya because of the definite advantages that it provides.

To start with, you no longer need to miss the beautiful whistle of a hill myna or the innocent smile of the village boy because your car is traveling too fast. With a mountain bike you can travel at your own pace and enjoy the surroundings. The mountain bikes also allow you the flexibility to occasionally go out of the beaten track and venture into an uncharted path. The gradient of the hills in the Darjeeling Sikkim region is also quite suitable for mountain biking.

Mountaineering in Darjeeling


Darjeeling is the popular adventurous location for mountaineering. As there are many peaks and mountains to climb, it is a paradise destination for mountaineers. There are some reputed mountaineering institutes in Darjeeling. Climbing the higher peaks of Darjeeling needs tremendous strength, energy, vigor and zeal. One has to undergo tremendous training programmes in order to qualify.
The ideal period for climbing the mountains in Darjeeling is from June to September, since at this period Darjeeling remains unaffected by the climate changes. However, it is necessary to get used to the weather conditions before trying to climb the peaks.

In Darjeeling, the Karakoram Range provides some of the most stunning and difficult climbing points. The institute, which is the hub of all mountaineering activities, is located at an altitude of 6800 ft and they give a fantastic view of the Kanchanjunga. Mountaineers are immensely fascinated by Kanchanjunga.

People visiting Darjeeling can not only enjoy mountaineering but can also view the beautiful hills. Tourists can spend hours of pleasure and delight while they take a trip to Darjeeling.

Besides the Kanchanjunga, the Singalila Ridge also allures the mountaineers. Before you set off for mountaineering, one should consider few essential things such as extra clothing for changing, a map, sunglasses, extra food, first aid kit, lights with extra batteries etc.

Mountaineering in Darjeeling will enable you to explore and view the place from a totally different angle. The higher the altitude, the more spectacular the view gets. Yaks and snow leopards and the cuddly pandas on the high altitudes enliven the high snowy mountains.