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About RANGAROON

The name "Rangaroon" originates from the Lepcha language, meaning "Turning of the great river," a nod to the Rongdong river that winds around the area. Some locals also refer to the place as "Rai Gurung," incorporating common Nepali surnames—Rai and Gurung—found among residents.

           Located southwest of Darjeeling town, the village of Rangaroon sits at an elevation of approximately 5,950 feet (1,812 meters). It’s visible from Darjeeling’s famous mall and can be reached on foot in about 3 to 4 hours. From Rangaroon, Darjeeling appears in the foreground, with Kanchenjunga providing a stunning backdrop, creating a picturesque scene. Roughly 12 kilometers away from Darjeeling, Rangaroon is a beautiful, offbeat destination celebrated for its untouched beauty and tea gardens. It also holds historical significance as the site of the first botanical garden in the hills, established in 1876.

  Near by places :

  • ♦ Sittong
  • ♦ Lepchajagat
  • ♦ Dawai pani
  • ♦ Lamahatta
  • ♦ Chatakpur

How to reach RANGAROON

From Siliguri the road distance to Rangaroon is about 80kms and will take about 3.5 hours. You will need to come to Jorebunglow near Ghoom and then take the road for Lamahatta. Easiest is to take a taxi from NJP station. Otherwise take a shared jeep up to Jorebunglow and then another one from there up to Rangaroon.  

                                             

Best timeTo visit in RANGAROON

Spring and Autumn : The best time to visit Rangaroon is during the spring and autumn months, specifically from March to June and from September to November. During these periods, the weather is pleasant, with clear skies and moderate temperatures, making it ideal for exploring the scenic beauty of the tea garden and the surrounding hills. These seasons also coincide with the first and second flush tea harvests, allowing visitors to witness the tea plucking and processing activities firsthand.

Monsoon : The monsoon season, lasting from June to August, brings heavy rainfall, which can make travel more difficult. However, since most of the journey to Rangaroon is along highways, with only the final 7 kilometers on smaller roads, the village usually remains accessible throughout the monsoon months.

Winter : The winter months, spanning from December to February, can be quite chilly. Despite this, the scenery is stunning, and in recent years, more tourists have chosen to travel during this season to experience the cold weather.  

        

   

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