Discover Chuikhim & Yellbong:

Chuikhim is a small village in Kalimpong district located on the foothills of the Eastern Himalayas at 3500feet, away hue and cry of urban civilization. This wonderland is nestled on the slope of the mountains and amid strikingly beautiful, lush green tea gardens and pine forestes. The valley which is set in the backdrop of mountains is bathed with mist and clouds. The valley gradually slopes down to the riverbed of Lees River.

The name Chuikhim is derived from Lepcha language, which means "a place to rest". In the past this village was home to the people of Limboo tribe but at present it is mostly inhabited by the tribal people of Gorkha, Tamang, Gurung, along with some people from Lepcha and Bhutia tribes. The main sources of livelihood of the locals of Chuikhim village are agriculture and cattle breeding. By the stern efforts of the residents of the village of Chuikhim, recently it is declared as an alcohol free village.

Yelbong is a small Himalayan village situated in the valleys of the Kalimpong district, West Bengal. The natural beauty of this tiny hilly hamlet will fill your soul. It is surrounded by hill slopes, forest and rivers. Amazing views of the sunrise, as well as sunset, will make you

Yelbong is famous for river canyon trekking, surrounded by hidden waterways and lofty waterfalls in the forests just like the movies. The river canyon is deep, narrow valley surrounded by very steep walls with rocky cliffs, with river Rumti flowing through it. It is haunting and thrilling at the same time. Yelbong has the best canyon trek in North Bengal. One will find many beautiful and spectacular waterfalls deep inside the jungle, perfect for resting and enjoying a peaceful time. During this trek couple of hidden treasures of nature will make you cherish them, one is the ‘Rainbow waterfall’ – A waterfall that spreads rainbow colour and another is the ‘Three-step waterfall’. The main adventure trek starts from here which combines rappelling, Swimming, Bouldering, scrolling in a cave, River crossing and many other terms of the adventure course. For adventure seekers, Yelbong offers a plethora of trekking opportunities that promise to awaken your inner explorer.

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