Jhandi
A cool, misty Gorubathan ridge with sunrise and sunset views across Kanchenjunga, the Nathula range and the Dooars.
5,000 ft
October to April
1-2 Days Recommended
87 km from NJP Railway Station
What Jhandi feels like
Jhandi sits above the Dooars in the Gorubathan block, blending ridge-top Himalayan views with a distinctly lower-hill forest setting. It is a calm homestay destination for sunrise, sunset and wide valley horizons, especially if you want to step away from the Lava–Kalimpong circuit.
Contour Coordinates: 26.982° N, 88.675° E
87 km transit drive from NJP Railway Station.
Eat and take home
Look for on the table
- • Homestay meals and hot tea
- • Momos, snacks and basic meals stocked from Gorubathan
Good small buys
- • Seasonal hill produce and small local goods when available
- • Groceries, medicines and reliable supplies in Gorubathan
The Kalimpong district tourism office confirms homestays and eco-huts, but facilities remain village-scale. Book ahead and carry warm layers because mist and wind can make evenings feel cold.
Before you go
Useful details for planning your time in Jhandi.