Camping in Darjeeling

Surrounded by majestic tea plantations and set atop a steep ridge of the mountain, Darjeeling is everything dreams are made of. The Khangchendzonga, combined with british-era architecture and buddhist monasteries, Darjeeling is a camping enthusiast’s heartthrob. There are so many activities you can do here, especially its fun and enjoyable camping tours in Darjeeling. Mountaineering, trekking, hiking, mountain biking, etc are some of the most popular activities tourists undertake here. The thing about camping on the mountains is that you have to have ample time on your hands, as all the camping trips from Darjeeling last from six days to about a fortnight. You are going to cover quite a distance before you camp at different places for the night, and will see the picturesque beauty of the hills like never before. Some of the famous treks that attract thousands of tourists and campers from all over the world every year are the Sandakphu trek, Goechala trek, Yuksom Dzongri trek, Tosar lake trek, Mount Thingchinkhang trek, the Everest Singalila trek, Tholung trek, Neytham Holy Cave trek, the Khangchendzonga etc.

While you will see stunning flora and fauna and beautiful scenery on the treks, and you will also camp in the woods and have bonfires in the evenings while making merry, you will need to take certain precautions too. While you are camping ensure your safety by listening to your tour guide and do not venture out at night away from the camp. The Goechala trek is one of the most difficult treks, apart from Sandakphu and Yuksom Dzongri. You will be covering about ninety kilometres on the Goechala trek, and therefore, ensure that you are well rested when you get to the camp and carry all the essential items with you, which include medicines, warm clothes, dry fruits etc. Food and other amenities will be provided to you at the camps. So set out and discover the best camping tours in Darjeeling for your vacation here.