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Singalila

“Treading Through Clouds”

A National Forest in West Bengal, India

2610 meters

Singalila

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Why travel Singalila?

The popular Singalila Ridge Trek from Sandakphu to Phalut passes through the scenic Singalila National Park and offers fantastic views of the Himalaya.

Home to exotic red panda and Himalayan black bear, Singalila Forest has a national park located on the Singalila Ridge at an altitude of more than 7000 feet above sea level, in the Darjeeling district of West Bengal.

The national park is abode to several rare mammals like the exotic red panda and Himalayan black bear. One also gets to see leopard, pangolin, chinkara, elephant, barking deer, etc.
The park is also a delight for birdwatchers as more than 120 species of birds are seen, which includes many rare birds like scarlet minivet, kalij pheasant, satyr tragopan, blood pheasant, etc. The park also serves as home to migratory birds.

“Treading Through Clouds”

A National Forest in West Bengal, India

2610 meters

Interest Measure for Singalila

Ideal time to stay:  1 – 3 days

Best Interests at Singalila

Adventure

Nature

Wildlife

Best to enjoy with/as

Friends

Solo

How is the weather at Singalila

Topography

Height(Altitude) of Singalila from sea level:  8564 feet
Latitude/Longitude:  27.1032081°N, 88.0476406°E

Ecosystem:  Mountain  

Food, Culture and Language at Singalila

Food Type Available:  Indian, Bengali 
Regional Language:  Bangla
Currency:  ₹ – Rupee (INR)
Tags:  #Snow , #Photography , #Camping , #Backpacking , #Trek , #Offbeat  

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3 Top Places to visit and Things to do in Singalila

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Singalila National Park in Singalila

#1 Singalila National Park

#Wildlife Sanctuary
Home to exotic red panda and Himalayan black bear, Singalila National Park is located at the higher ridges of Darjeeling Himalayas in the state of West Bengal. Spread over 78.60 sq.km, the national park is a trekker’s paradise. Situated at altitudes ranging between 7,900 ft and 12,000 ft, the park is the highest in West Bengal. The park comprises variety of flora and fauna.
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Jeep Safari at Singalila National Park in Singalila

#2 Jeep Safari at Singalila National Park

#Safari
The Jeep Safari in Singalila National Park is a coveted journey for most tourists. Ringed by stretches of greenery, amidst the lofty pine trees and vibrant rhododendrons, the safari is a feast for the eyes. October-January is particularly favourable for the safari to clearly view the glorious peaks. You may have chance encounters with the red panda, black bears on your ride through this reserved forest. The trip begins at Manebhanjan which can be reached from Darjeeling via car. Next, a landrover will drive you through the unique landscape, passing local Gorkha villages on its way to Sandakphu, the highest peak of West Bengal and Phalut. These spots offer panoramic views of Nepal Himalayas and famous peaks like Mt. Everest, Kanchenjungha and Makalu. The trail passes through Tumling and Kalapokhri ; private lodges are available for staying overnight at the former. The trip is suitable for the whole family as a high level of physical fitness is not essential. Overall, this is a ride to remember.
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Bird Watching at Singalila National Park in Singalila

#3 Bird Watching at Singalila National Park

#Bird watching
Singalila National Park is enriched in biodiversity, especially a paradise for bird watchers. The avifauna is a rare blend of Himalayan and Indo-Burmese forms, growing in the hilly terrains interspersed with sinuous streams of water. The ecosystem here is indeed unique, boasting of a collection of birds and mammals, hard to find elsewhere in India. The bird trail extends from Maneybhanjan to Sandakphu. The reserved forest consists of around 200 recorded species. Blood Pheasants, Fulvous Parrotbills, Satyr Tragopans- they all turn up to enthral the eager tourists. The rhododendron forest is home to Fire-tailed Myzornis and Golden-breasted Fulvettas. Accommodation is provided by the Govt Tourist Lodge and Trekkers Huts. The ideal time for witnessing the flock of glorious birds is November-March. No entry fee is required. Tourists planning to visit this delightful dwelling of birds should keep a few days in hand in case the rains play spoilsport. Hurry, the birds are calling out!
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Top Places to stay and Hotels in Singalila

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Tourist places, attractions and all about travel and tourism at Singalila

Singalila is a National Forest located in West Bengal, East India.

Planning to travel to Singalila? Know the weather conditions and the best time to visit Singalila is 
May, 
October, 
November, 
December, 
April. 
The ecosystem and topography of Singalila is ideal for travel. On your visit to Singalila you should ideally stay here for 1 – 3 days. Traveller who are interested in activities for 

Adventure, 
Nature, 
Wildlife. 

The most used regional language in Singalila is Bangla. To manage of your travel expenses and cost, the currency you will need is Rupee(INR)

The love for food is the soul of travelling, the different food types available in Singalila are 

Indian, 
Bengali 

You have every reason to travel to Singalila, The popular Singalila Ridge Trek from Sandakphu to Phalut passes through the scenic Singalila National Park and offers fantastic views of the Himalaya.

Home to exotic red panda and Himalayan black bear, Singalila Forest has a national park located on the Singalila Ridge at an altitude of more than 7000 feet above sea level, in the Darjeeling district of West Bengal.

The national park is abode to several rare mammals like the exotic red panda and Himalayan black bear. One also gets to see leopard, pangolin, chinkara, elephant, barking deer, etc.
The park is also a delight for birdwatchers as more than 120 species of birds are seen, which includes many rare birds like scarlet minivet, kalij pheasant, satyr tragopan, blood pheasant, etc. The park also serves as home to migratory birds.

All the places to see and tourist activities are listed here.

#Singalila National Park
(Wildlife Sanctuary), 
#Jeep Safari at Singalila National Park
(Safari), 
#Bird Watching at Singalila National Park
(Bird watching), 

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