Description

The trek from Hilley to Varsey is about 4 km and the path bridled with vegetation takes about 30 min. As you walk along the Singalila National Park, you will be greeted with glorious views of Kanchenjunga Range. Hilley is the last motor-able point before Varsey. The Hilley - Varsey trail is ablaze with a play of colors during March and April created by many species of rhododendrons blooming across the valley. The Rhododendron Sanctuary at Hilley-Varsey is spread across an area of 104 sq. km along the Singalila Ridge which forms the natural boundary between India and Nepal.

Duration

Distance: 685km from Kolkata.
Time: You can travel to Hilley from NJP station or Bagdogra Airport or Pakyong Airport. It takes a maximum time of 5 hours to reach here from NJP station or Bagdogra Airport or Pakyong Airport.

Best Time to Visit

Spring is the perfect time to visit Hilley and Varsey as the region turns into a sea of red.
October to November ensures the best view of Kanchenjunga.
Winter months otherwise are frosty and chilly.

Hotel Range

1500/- to 3000/- average price range per room per night excluding Tax and GST.

Tips

Visit the Varsey Rhododendron Sanctuary, Kanchenjunga Biosphere Reserve and Singalila National Park.
Visit the villages of Dentam and Soreng.
Hiking is the best adventure that you can take part in this region of Hilley and Varsey.