Lost in Varshey - the adventure begins..

Описание: Lost in Varshey is the first episode on my rechristened YouTube channel 'ADVENTURES OF DEBANJAN'.

It is the story of 2 adventurers, Debanjan and Mahasweta, embarking on an adventurous trek to the Varshey Valley top. During this trek, following are the logistical and other support services we availed of:

Important informations:

Best time to visit for Rhododendron blooming: March to May.

Best time to see clear view of Mt. Kanchendzonga & other snow peaks: October to December.

Dress code: Woolens & wind proof/ feather jacket during summer. Heavy woolens, heavy jackets for sub zero temperature, woolycots, mufler, woolen caps for winter.

Entry Fees:
Barsey Rhododendron Sanctuary Entry Fees Rs.110 per person per day.

Camera charges:
Digital camera Rs.250 and for Videography and film shooting you have to take permission from Forest Deptt. officials.

Accommodation & Fooding:

At Varshey Valley top: Trekkers Hut & tent accommodation with common toilet. Please contact GTA or DGHC Tourism Department.

Near Hilley:
Barsey Retreat Homestay
Hattaban Village
(near Barsey Rhododendron Sanctuary)
Contact details: 9800398309, 8207217788
No of Rooms: 12 rooms with attached bath facility and free WIFI.
For group of more than 3 pax Rs.1000 per person per day including food and stay
upto 2 pax Rs. 1200 per person per day including food and stay.

How to reach Varshey Valley:

Kolkata to Bagdogra Airport, Siliguri by flight.

Sealdah trains to NJP / Siliguri Railway Station: Darjeeling Mail, Kanchankanya Express, Uttar Banga Express, Kanchendzonga Express, Kamrup Express, Saraighat Express, Vande Bharat Express, Teesta Torsa Express, Intercity Express & other trains.

Night bus service: AC coach, non-AC coach, sleeper coaches, Volvo seater bus service available daily evening from Esplanade, Kolkata Bus Terminus to Siliguri Tenzing Norgay Bus Terminus.

10 seater vehicle (Tata Sumo / Mahindra Bolero / Scorpio & other large vehicle) reserve charges from Bagdogra/ NJP / Siliguri Rs. 5500 to Rs.6000.

Small vehicle like Wagon R/ Swift Dzire reserve charges Rs.
5,500 to Rs.6000.

Shared jeep service to Jorethang from Siliguri Jeep Stand near SNT Bus Stand. Fare Rs.250 to 300 approx.
From Jorethang to Okhrey Village share jeep service available from Jorethang Jeep Stand.
From Okhrey, Homestay pickup service available on charges.