DZONGU - Homestay Packages
Dzongu lies in the North of Sikkim. It is a homeland of the Lepcha community, the original inhabitants of Sikkim. The territory was reserved especially for the Lepcha community. It borders the Khangchendzonga Biosphere Reserve, where pristine glacial streams thread their way through thick virgin forests; countless waterfalls cascade down the steep cliff-sides and hot-springs bubble inside the hidden caves. 
The area is very remote and is surrounded by sharply tilted verdant mountains that are stacked on top of each others at a forbidden angle. The elevation ranges from 500m to 6000m, and these extremes have nurtured an amazing diversity of plants and wildlife. Click here to view Dzongu Map.
Some of the suggested packages at Dzongu are: (click for details)
DH 01: Langamchu Experience [5 Nights/6 Days]
Gangtok - Mangan - Kusong - Lingza -Gangtok
Gangtok
Arrival Gangtok and check into hotel. Prepare for the Dzongu trip. Briefing about the trip and other preparations.
Gangtok - Mangan: Drive from Gangtok to Mangan takes approximately 3 hrs. The drive to Mangan is very picturesque as you pass through different villages, streams and waterfalls. Upon arrival at Mangan you will be met by the guide-representative, who will brief you about the trip to Dzongu and help you make arrangements for a special permit to Dzongu.
Overnight in Homestay in Mangan.
Mangan - Kusong:
Drive from Mangan to Tingvong Village which takes approximately 2 hrs. The insight of rivers and rich biodiversity is simply spectacular. After lunch at your homestay, with the local guide, hike to Kusong Village, which takes approximately 2 hrs walk. As you traverse through, you come across an old monastery, where the villagers meet at different festive occasions. The walk is not very strenuous but can be conquered by any age group. Kusong village is settled on the lap of a mountain where almost 20 -30 households reside. Some interesting features of the village are old traditional houses, magnificent mountain views of the Mt. Khangchendzonga, Corn fields, Caves and People. Afternoon return to Tingvong village.
Overnight in Homestay in Tingvong.
Tingvong - Lingza
Next day early morning you get to see the views of Mt. Khangchendzonga from your room. After breakfast we hike to Lingza village which takes approximately 3 hrs. One will be able to witness the rural life, village activities, sights and sweet sounds of diverse avi-fauna as you walk along. Lingza village is nestled in a plateau with rice plantations carpeting almost the whole village. Afternoon will be spent in exploring the village and we return to Tingvong Village.
Arrival Gangtok and check into hotel. Prepare for the Dzongu trip. Briefing about the trip and other preparations.
Gangtok - Mangan: Drive from Gangtok to Mangan takes approximately 3 hrs. The drive to Mangan is very picturesque as you pass through different villages, streams and waterfalls. Upon arrival at Mangan you will be met by the guide-representative, who will brief you about the trip to Dzongu and help you make arrangements for a special permit to Dzongu.
Overnight in Homestay in Mangan.
Mangan - Kusong:
Drive from Mangan to Tingvong Village which takes approximately 2 hrs. The insight of rivers and rich biodiversity is simply spectacular. After lunch at your homestay, with the local guide, hike to Kusong Village, which takes approximately 2 hrs walk. As you traverse through, you come across an old monastery, where the villagers meet at different festive occasions. The walk is not very strenuous but can be conquered by any age group. Kusong village is settled on the lap of a mountain where almost 20 -30 households reside. Some interesting features of the village are old traditional houses, magnificent mountain views of the Mt. Khangchendzonga, Corn fields, Caves and People. Afternoon return to Tingvong village.
Overnight in Homestay in Tingvong.
Tingvong - Lingza
Next day early morning you get to see the views of Mt. Khangchendzonga from your room. After breakfast we hike to Lingza village which takes approximately 3 hrs. One will be able to witness the rural life, village activities, sights and sweet sounds of diverse avi-fauna as you walk along. Lingza village is nestled in a plateau with rice plantations carpeting almost the whole village. Afternoon will be spent in exploring the village and we return to Tingvong Village.
DH 02: Dzongu Exploration [7 Nights/8 Days]
Gangtok - Mangan - Tingvong - Kusong - Lingthem - Hee Gyathang - Gangtok
The initial trip will be same as DH 01 above. In addition, the following:
Tingvong - Lingthem
It takes approximately 45 minutes to drive to Passingdang from Tingvong and the hike to Lingthem takes 3 hrs. The walk to Lingthem village is very strenuous and is especially for the brave hearted. The views from Lingthem are considered to be the best as you can see kaleidoscopic views of Mt. Khanchendzonga. The village is located almost atop a mountain and vast terrain of Dzongu can be seen. This will be followed by an overnight in Homestay in Lighthem.
Lingthem - Hee Gyathang
Hee Gyathang is bank opposite to Mangan. From here you will be able to see the river valley of the Teesta River. On the way you come across a small sacred pond, the Lepchas believe that one of the tribes of Lepcha originated from this lake. Also while driving one will come across different species of vibrant butterflies fluttering almost everywhere. The local handicraft centre has some of the most unique crafts like the Lepcha Hat, intricately woven.
Overnight in Homestay at Hee Gyathang.
Hee Gyathang
After early breakfast, three and half hours drive to Gangtok and check into hotel.
Tingvong - Lingthem
It takes approximately 45 minutes to drive to Passingdang from Tingvong and the hike to Lingthem takes 3 hrs. The walk to Lingthem village is very strenuous and is especially for the brave hearted. The views from Lingthem are considered to be the best as you can see kaleidoscopic views of Mt. Khanchendzonga. The village is located almost atop a mountain and vast terrain of Dzongu can be seen. This will be followed by an overnight in Homestay in Lighthem.
Lingthem - Hee Gyathang
Hee Gyathang is bank opposite to Mangan. From here you will be able to see the river valley of the Teesta River. On the way you come across a small sacred pond, the Lepchas believe that one of the tribes of Lepcha originated from this lake. Also while driving one will come across different species of vibrant butterflies fluttering almost everywhere. The local handicraft centre has some of the most unique crafts like the Lepcha Hat, intricately woven.
Overnight in Homestay at Hee Gyathang.
Hee Gyathang
After early breakfast, three and half hours drive to Gangtok and check into hotel.
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