Munsong View Point, Kalimpong: Best Offbeat Destination

Untouched Munsong

Munsong View Point, Kalimpong is the new offbeat destination for the weekend tour. It is just below Daragaon in Kalimpong and at a height of 5000 ft. Munsong is quite famous for its natural beauty. It is in a small village called Mungerjung.Β 

Hey, I am above the Cloud
Hey, I am Above The Cloud

Munsong view point is 20 km away from Kalimpong. It offers a panoramic view of Mt Kanchenjungha and snake-like movements of the Teesta River

Tourist Places in And Around Munsong View Point

Munsong view point, Kalimpong google map position
Munsong viewpoint, Google Map

Munsong is a developing tourist location. There are many tourist attractions in and around Munsong like Ichhegaon, Sillery Gaon, and Ramedhura. All are offbeat destinations. They are not too far from each other.

They are all on the slope of a large hill. Also, Kalimpong is on the same hill. This slope goes down to the Teesta. From Munsong Teesta Valley as well as Kanchenjunga Can be Seen Simultaneously. You have to book a cab for sightseeing. There are lots of things to see around. Here is a list…

  • Jalsa bungalow, Ramdhura, Ichhegaon, Sillery Gaon
  • Pine View Nursery, Deorali viewpoint,
  • Delo viewpoint, Durpin Monastery, Lord Buddha statue park
  • Cinchona Plantation and beautiful Bunglaw Jalsaghar and colorful flowers
Cute Puppy in Munsong, Kalimpong
Cute Puppy in Munsong
  • Burmaik Mahadev Dham, 3 km away from Munsong, Kalimpong
  • Views of Darjeeling and Gangtok at night
  • The snow peaked Mount Kanchenjungha and Teesta Valley
  • The untouched places of Munsong View Point, Kalimpong
  • Β Sillery goan at a distance of 5 km

What to Do At Munsong?

Teesta from Munsong view point, kalimpong
Teesta from Munsong
  • A full 2/3 day can be easily spent here, where nature will surprise you with the exquisite beauty of Teesta and see around 12 bends of the river between Sikkim and West Bengal.
  • From Munsong the entire city of Rangpo and the newly built bridge are visible.
  • The main attraction here is a viewpoint a little downwards, about 50-60 steps down. You will be amazed to see peacocks and many birds roaming around here.
  • Go trekking in the nearest villages and get involved in their daily activities and sports. By trekking you can reach nearby places like Sillery Gaon and Ramdhura.

Best Time to Visit Munsong, Kalimpong

Teesta view from munsong Kalimpong
River Teesta

The best time to visit Munsong View Point is from March to May and September to November.

People who prefer winter to travel may consider it as this time view is the best. Kanchenjunga can be seen clearly from any part of Munsong. What to wear here? See my article

Where to Stay at Munsong?

Home Stay at Munsong, Kalimpong
Home Stay at Munsong, Kalimpong

Many homestays can be found in the village of Mungerjung. Alternatively, you can stay at Ichheygaon, Burmiok Village, and Ramdhura.

Contact: Homestay, Basant Tamang : 97350 78980 Car Sushant da: 85099 86334 (Photo and Data Help: Atanu Deb)

Teesta River View Homestay 7029180484

Wiaba Village Resort: +91 92111 77444

How to Reach Munsong, Kalimpong

Teesta view point, Munsong , Kalimpong
Teesta’s viewpoint, Munsong

The nearest airport to Munsong View Point is Bagdogra at a distance of 102 km. The nearest railway station is New Jalpaiguri Jn or Siliguri. From these stations, you can book a cab to Munsong via Kalimpong.

It will take 3.5-4 hours from NJP by private cab, but it can also be reached by shared cab, first reach Rongpo and from there they will pick up a homestay car if they ask for it.

Tour Cost Munsong ( Approx):

Car from NJP to Homestay at Munsong: 3500/- – 4000/-

Homestay: 1300/–1500/- per person, food is very good at Homestay

Sightseeing: 2500/-

Drop from Homestay to Rangpo: 800/-

Rangpo to Siliguri junction: 250/- per person

(Photo and Data Help: Atanu Deb)

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Q.1: How to reach Munsong Kalimpong?

Ans: The nearest airport to Munsong is Bagdogra at a distance of 102 km. The nearest railway station is New Jalpaiguri Jn or Siliguri. From these stations, you can book a cab to Munsong via Kalimpong.

Q.2: How high is Munsong Kalimpong?

Ans: Munsong is located at the height of 5000 ft above sea level

Q.3: Is one day enough for Kalimpong?

Ans: 1-2 days are enough for Kalimpong tour

Q.4: How many days is enough for Kalimpong?

Ans: 1-2 days are enough to complete Kalimpong covering all spots

Q.5: Which month is best for Kalimpong?

Ans: This hill station can be visited at any time around the year but March to May and September to November are the best times

Q.6: Is Kalimpong better than Pelling?

Ans: Pelling is better than Kalimpong for its natural beauty

Q.7: Why is Kalimpong so famous?

Ans: Kalimpong is famous for its flowers and panoramic views of the Himalayas

Q.8: Which is colder Darjeeling or Kalimpong?

Ans: Darjeeling is colder than Kalimpong

Q.9: Which is more beautiful Kurseong or Kalimpong?

Ans: The natural view is best from Kurseong but when we consider historical evidence Kalimpong is better

Q.10: What food is famous in Kalimpong?

Ans: Β Steamed rice, Momos, Thukpa, Sephale, Shel-roti, and various types of chutneys.

Q.11: Nearest Tourist places of Munsong, Kalimpong?

Ans: Jalsa bungalow, Ramdhura, Pine view nursery, Deorali viewpoint, Deolo view point, Durpin monastery, Lord Buddha statue park

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