Things to do in Jhalong, West Bengal
Jholung or Jholong is a village in the Gorubathan CD block in the Kalimpong subdivision of the Kalimpong district in West Bengal, India.
6 places to visit in and around Jhalong, best known first. Tap a place for directions, or let Turkart turn them into a day-by-day plan.
- 1Chapramari Wildlife Sanctuary
Chapramari Wildlife Sanctuary is close to the Gorumara National Park. Chapramari is about 30 kilometres from Chalsa and Lataguri in northern West Bengal, India.
Wikipedia - 2Bindu Dam
A barrage on the Jaldhaka River, with a footbridge to enter Bhutan on the other side of the river.
- 3Lower Fagu Tea Garden
Lower Fagu Tea Garden is a village in the Gorubathan CD block in the Kalimpong Sadar subdivision of Kalimpong district in West Bengal, India.
Wikipedia - 4Dalgaon View Point
- 5Dalgaon View point Entrance
- 6
Best time to visit Jhalong
Best weather: Oct–May.
- Jan11°CPleasant, Best months
- Feb14°CPleasant, Best months
- Mar18°CPleasant, Best months
- Apr21°CPleasant, Best months
- May22°CPleasant, Best months
- Jun23°CRainy
- Jul23°CRainy
- Aug23°CRainy
- Sep22°CRainy
- Oct19°CPleasant, Best months
- Nov16°CPleasant, Best months
- Dec13°CPleasant, Best months
PleasantRainyBest months
Every month: temperature and rain
| Month | Average | Rain | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | Pleasant | 11°C | 6 mm |
| Feb | Pleasant | 14°C | 14 mm |
| Mar | Pleasant | 18°C | 34 mm |
| Apr | Pleasant | 21°C | 78 mm |
| May | Pleasant | 22°C | 167 mm |
| Jun | Rainy | 23°C | 270 mm |
| Jul | Rainy | 23°C | 446 mm |
| Aug | Rainy | 23°C | 341 mm |
| Sep | Rainy | 22°C | 264 mm |
| Oct | Pleasant | 19°C | 84 mm |
| Nov | Pleasant | 16°C | 6 mm |
| Dec | Pleasant | 13°C | 3 mm |
Long-term monthly averages for the area, from NASA POWER. Festivals and crowds are not counted; check before you book.
How to reach Jhalong
- Nearest railway station: Nagrakata (NKB), 18 km away.
- Nearest airport: Pakyong Airport (PYG), 35 km away.
Straight-line distances; the road is longer. Check trains and flights before you travel.
What a 2-day trip to Jhalong costs
- Budget: about ₹1,700–₹3,400 per person
- Mid-range: about ₹4,200–₹8,400 per person
- Comfort: about ₹9,600–₹18,100 per person
A rough estimate for 2 adults sharing a room: stay, food, local travel and entry tickets, from typical price ranges (not live prices). Getting to Jhalong is not included.
Compare Jhalong with nearby towns
| Town | Distance | Best weather | Places to see |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jhalong | – | Oct–May | 6 |
| Chalsa Mahabari | 20 km | Oct–Apr | 5 |
| Lava | 21 km | Mar–May, Oct | 5 |
| Malbazar | 24 km | Oct–May | 7 |
| Rishop | 23 km | Oct–May | 5 |
Distances in a straight line from Jhalong; trip costs are rough estimates (not live prices). Tap a town for its own page.
Questions travellers ask
What are the best places to visit in Jhalong?
The best known are Chapramari Wildlife Sanctuary, Bindu Dam, Lower Fagu Tea Garden, Dalgaon View Point, Dalgaon View point Entrance.
When is the best time to visit Jhalong?
Best weather: Oct–May.
How do I reach Jhalong?
Nearest railway station: Nagrakata (NKB), 18 km away. Nearest airport: Pakyong Airport (PYG), 35 km away.
How much does a 2-day trip to Jhalong cost?
Budget: about ₹1,700–₹3,400 per person; Mid-range: about ₹4,200–₹8,400 per person; Comfort: about ₹9,600–₹18,100 per person. A rough estimate for 2 adults sharing a room: stay, food, local travel and entry tickets, from typical price ranges (not live prices). Getting to Jhalong is not included.
Sources: places from Wikipedia, Wikidata, Wikivoyage and OpenStreetMap; weather from NASA POWER; stations and airports from Wikidata. Last checked Nov 2026.