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Sittong or Sitong is a small picturesque village nestled in the lap of mountains in Kurseong division of Darjeeling district. It is located at a distance of 33 km from Darjeeling town. Though, this place is famous for its rich cultivation of oranges, Sittong has much more to offer to its tourists other than oranges like its tea gardens, snow-covered peaks, heritage buildings, and toy trains.  The beauty of nature here is so pristine that it makes its tourists easily fall in love with this place. The place is quiet, far away from the noisy city life and so, if you are a traveler in a true sense and  want to spend some time in the lap of nature, then this offbeat destination won’t disappoint you.

Sittong Homestay

Our Homestay at Sittong in one of the best place to see in Sittong. It has all the modern amenities along with 24 hrs water supply and electricity. The rooms are large and offers you grand view of majestic mountains. The hosts offer you great hospitality and great food. We are here to make your stay at Sittong a memorable one.

Activities and places of attraction in Sittong

Sittong area is very famous for its orange cultivation. So, during winter months, this place turns into orange with its orange gardens. Relish the taste of chemical-free oranges from the vast orchards.

​Sittong Church
An old bamboo church which has now been constructed into a brick and mortar building. The place is located amidst the lush green forest with spectacular view of surrounding hills.

​Sittong Monastery
Constructed with Bamboo and Mud, Situated at upper Sittong area, Sittong monastery offers you spectacular view of Kanchunjungha.

Jogighat at lower Sittong is a bridge over lower Sittong. This place is famous picnic spot for locals. Tourists can also visit this place for rejuvenating their souls.

​Birding in Sittong
The area is very famous for birds, a large variety of birds can be found here. The Mahananda Wildlife Sanctuary is nearby so it is now famous birding hotspot of Latpanchar. All the birds that can be seen at Latpanchar including the nesting of Rufus necked hornbill can be seen at Sittong as well.

Treks and soft adventure
There are several soft adventure opportunities around Sittong including trekking and camping, Several trek routes originate from Sittong and go to a variety of destinations. For example you can have an hours trek to reach the top of the hill, the highest point in the Selphu – Sittong – Latpanchar area, from here you can have a panoramic 360 degrees view covering Dooars, Terai, Kurseong, Darjeeling, Kalimpong and Sikkim hills, part of Bhutan and Nepal is also visible from here. You can also have a grand view of Mt. Kanchenjunga. Another trek through the forest can take you to Chatakpur, a forest village that has become popular among tourists in recent years. You can also trek to Bagora via Mamring from here. Other trek options include a trek to Kurseong via Majua and Mahaldiram. If you are interested in low altitude treks, this place will give you plenty of choices.
Mungpoo, the house of great poet Rabindranath Tagore is just 8 km from Sittong. Latpanchar is about 7 km, Chatakpur is about 22 km away and Kurseong is also about 24 km drive. You can spend several days in the village and explore all the tourist destinations in and around from here.

How to reach Sittong
The nearest Railway Station to Sittong is the New Jalpaiguri station which is located at a distance of 57 km from here. Sittong can be approached from either the Teesta side (NJP / Bagdogra or places in Sikkim or Kalimpong side) or from the Hill cart roadside  (If you are coming from Darjeeling, Kurseong or Mirik).
If you are coming here from the Teesta side, you may start climbing uphill either at Kalijhora, Birik Dara or at Rambhi Bazar, the first two roads meet at a place named Ahaldara and continue to Sittong whereas the third road travels via Mungpoo, all the three roads lead to Sittong.
If you are coming via Hill cart road, you have to leave the main road and start climbing uphill from Dilaram and continue to travel via Bagora, Pokhritar, Tham, and Mahaldiram to reach Sittong.

Sittong Homestay Tariff
Rs.1200 for per person per day (Twin Sharing) (food + lodging)