Bara & Chota Mangwa Homestay

If you’ve been looking for a peaceful getaway to an obscure exotic offbeat location in and around the hills of Darjeeling, Chota Mangwa is one such place you must visit.

Along with Chota Mangwa and Tinchuley, Bara Mangwa village is gaining popularity as a peaceful tourist destination. It is a Teesta valley mountain slope known for its Orange Orchard, located atop Darjeeling Hills on the western side of the Kalimpong hills, with a magnificent view of the Teesta and Rangeet Rivers on one side and the Kalimpong Hills on the other. Chota Mangwa, an eco-tourism community about 30 minutes from Bara Mangwa, is where the farmers mostly pursue organic farming in terrace cultivation.

A few terraced fields and native residences may be seen in the Bara Mangwa village, which is located in the Darjeeling district on the western side of the Kalimpong hills in the Teesta Valley. Tea Gardens, Orange Orchards, the Teesta River, and the majestic Mt. Kanchenjunga combine to make this the most promising and picturesque environmental tourist destination in the Darjeeling district. These exclusive isolated getaways with spectacular Himalayan vistas will lift your spirits to new heights.

Spend a couple of fantastic days trekking through this unspoiled part of the Darjeeling hills, passing through beautiful terraced fields, secluded villages, pine and rhododendron forests, and orange orchards. Bara Mangwa is ideal for adventurers and nature lovers alike. Chota Mangwa is a tourist destination on the summit of Mangwa hill in Darjeeling’s district, known for its serene atmosphere and farms. From a vantage position, you may obtain a beautiful view of the river Teesta and Kalimpong town on the other side of the river. In the vicinity, there are some outstanding rural tourism accommodations. Even properties with swimming pools are available, which is uncommon in the hills. There is also entirely organic housing.

Over time, the two settlements and their surrounding area have gained tourism importance. Other renowned tourist villages, such as Tinchuley and Takdah, are close by. The area has become a popular tourist attraction for those looking for a relaxing tour through hilly towns. The road distance between Chota Mangwa and Bara Mangwa is about 9 kilometres, making it easy to travel between the two villages.

Siliguri is 56 kilometres away, Darjeeling is 30 kilometres, and Kalimpong is merely 22 kilometres.
From NJP station to Baramangwa via NH10, which is around 62 kilometres long, takes about an hour and Teesta Bazaar in about 3 hours. The nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, which is 67 kilometres away.

• Takling Village – While at Chota Mangwa, take a visit to a very old monastery in Takling, a lovely village a short distance from Chota Mangwa.
• Orange Orchards – The orange orchards in Bara Mangwa will keep you occupied for most of your visit. This area is lush with trees and oranges. One can simply go around and have a once-in-a-lifetime experience by eating fresh oranges with the producers’ consent.
• Teesta and Rangeet meeting point — Apart from river rafting in the Teesta, trekking and rock climbing are popular activities here. Tourists also go fishing and angling in the Teesta River. The meeting location of the two famous rivers is beyond words, making this a must-see for tourists.
• Tinchuley Dawn Location – A spectacular sunrise point about 9 kilometres from Bara Mangwa is undoubtedly a moment to remember.
• Tea Gardens — In Takdah, you can visit the magnificent Rungli Rungliot, Lopchu, and Peshok Tea Gardens and learn about the tea-making process. In Lopchu, there is also a small juice industry that may be visited.