Husna-Tara Prakash and her family owns Glenburn Tea Estate in Darjeeling and is sharing here with us her knowledge of this region of the Himalayas known for tea, nature and unique walks and hikes.
Highlights of the Journey:
- Truly breathtaking scenery of Sikkim, Darjeeling and the Himalayas
- Rare opportunity to stay at a Sikkim Heritage Organic Farm
- Stunning countryside walks and a fantastic location for bird watching
- Stay at a family owned Darjeeling Tea Estate and learn the story of this iconic beverage
Set in the lush beautiful Eastern Himalayas, this unique travel itinerary will take you to 2 regions blessed with nature and rich in culture, Sikkim and Darjeeling, in the shadow of the magnificent backdrop of the Himalayas. The journey starts and ends with an overnight stay in the fascinating city of Delhi. Head first to West Sikkim for a 5 day stay at the Yangsum Farmhouse. A short flight from Delhi and you are immersed in the lush fertile foothills of the Eastern Himalayas. This fully organic farm grows a variety of crops and is blessed with wonderful birdlife. Walks and treks will take you through a variety of local villages and a trip to a magnificent Buddhist monastery. Leaving the farmhouse on day 6 you will soon be steeped in tea country, arriving in Darjeeling after a 4hour countryside drive. Staying at the gorgeous family owned and managed Glenburn Tea Estate for 3 days, you will enjoy learning about the process of growing and brewing Darjeeling teas, take guided walks with a local naturalist through forests rich in wildlife, and visit the Kalimpong Hill Station and local villages all the while enjoying spectacular mountain and river views.
Best time: April to June and September to December
