Changey Falls: Main Attraction of Kolakham

Changey Falls is the highest waterfall in North Bengal. The waterfall at an elevation of 2,200 m, is one of the attractions of Kolakham. It is located in the Lingsaykha Khasmahal area of ​​the present Kalimpong district.

How To Reach Changey Falls

The nearest airport is Bagdogra, and the nearest railway station is New Mal Junction. Its distance from Kolakham is 4 km, and its distance from Lava is about 14 km. To reach Changi Falls, the car goes up to the checkpoint and then the remaining 900 meters down the mountain road.

• From Dooars: If you are coming from Dooars, you have to hire a cab to get here. It will take around 4 hours. Following Bagdogra / New Jalpaiguri / Duoars- Gorubathan – Lava – Kolakham – Changi

• From Kalimpong: You can also reach here at Changey Falls via Kalimpong. From Bagdogra/ NJP Railway Station/ to Kalimpong – Lava – Neora Valley National Park- Kolakham – Changi Falls

This road is also mostly pedestrianized and there are steps and railings in some places, but due to landslides, many parts of the road have been disturbed. At many places on the road there are viewing points to see the waterfall, there is also an opportunity to take pictures from here.

It takes about an hour to go from Lava to Changi Falls and fifteen minutes from Kolakham. No public or private buses ply on this route. The only way to get there is by renting a car.

Changey Falls Entry Ticket:

Earlier, there was no ticket system here, one could go down from the upper checkpoint, now with the increase of tourists, there is a system of tickets that has no fixed rate and takes about Rs. 20 per head.

What To See Around Changey Falls

Changi Falls, 14 km from Lava, is a wonderful creation of nature, the water level is so high after the monsoons, that its view is not to be missed. This waterfall is adjacent to Neora Valley National Park.

It is an ideal place for adventure-loving tourists as it is a must-come here to get a little feel of trekking through dense forests and mesmerizing mountain roads. This is not to say the natural feeling you will get on this road.

You won’t be disappointed if you struggle down this waterfall as you will find no sound other than the roar of the falls. Shopkeepers have not yet started here. A small food shop has been built in the middle of the way down. Moreover, you will not find any shop or anything else on this 900-meter journey.

Come down slowly to this waterfall to see a variety of mountain trees and animals. The water flowing is crystal clear here. Be careful when going down to the bottom of the falls because the rocks are very slippery, and you can’t see them from above.

Birds To See At Changey Falls

Here you will see various mountain birds like the Indian Robin, White-capped water redstart, Niltava, Blue Fronted Redstart, and Blue Whistling Thrush.

Best Time to Visit Changey Falls

You can come here all year round. But of course, the monsoons are dangerous in this area, although it is much more beautiful than at other times of the year, the nature is greener and greener.

This beautiful waterfall can be visited at any time of the year. And it is allowed to visit here anytime there is daylight. That is, you can go there between six in the morning and five in the evening.

As mentioned earlier, any time of the year except monsoon is suitable to visit here. That is, it is better to avoid from June to September. March to May and October to February are good times to visit here.

Homestay and Hotels Near Changey Falls

There are Homestays in Kolakham nearest to Changi Falls.

1. Kolakham Silent Valley Homestay: 096223 18518
2. Changey Homestay: Address: 4MPP+J24, Rhenok Forest, West Bengal 734319
3. Changey Falls Retreat: DIF, Chhangay Retreat, opposite Chhangay Falls, Lava, Lava, District, Kalimpong, West Bengal 734319

Travel Tips for Changey Falls:

1. Avoid wearing Sandals, Chappals, or Heel shoes. Wear hiking shoes or boots with good grips
2. Carry backpacks. Don’t carry bags or any articles in your hands. This will affect body balance
3. Carry water and some food
4. Elders with severe heart or orthopedic problems are advised to stay away from this trek to falls
5. Avoid monsoons, as landslides can happen at any time
6. Before starting the descent from the top, always carry water bottles with some dry foods and bubble gum
7. Those of us who go hiking in the mountains come out of the mountains with a lot of plastic, carry bags, and chip packets, so it is a humble request not to do so

Nearby Sightseeing:

Nearby places you can visit from Sangi Falls are :

• Lava Monastery

• Sambeong Tea Garden

• Gorubathan

• Silent Valley

• Kolakham

• Lolegaon

• Rikisum

Conclusion

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