Things to do in Jorethang, Sikkim
Jorethang is a major town in Namchi district in the Indian state of Sikkim. Jorethang lies on the bank of Rangeet River, which is a tributary of the Teesta River, on the way to Pelling from Darjeeling, Siliguri and Kalimpong.
17 places to visit in and around Jorethang, best known first. Tap a place for directions, or let Turkart turn them into a day-by-day plan.
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- 1Kitam Bird Sanctuary
Kitam Bird Sanctuary is a protected area and wildlife sanctuary located about 19 km Namchi in the Namchi district of the Indian state of Sikkim. It was declared as a protected area on 3 February 2005.
Wikipedia - 2Ging Gompa
Ging Gompa is a Buddhist monastery in Darjeeling, West Bengal, India. The monastery is located in Ging, about 10 km from Darjeeling.
Wikipedia - 3Tukvar Tea Garden
Tukvar Valley is a valley in the Darjeeling Pulbazar CD block in the Darjeeling Sadar subdivision of the Darjeeling district in the state of West Bengal, India.
Wikipedia - 4Badamtam Tea Estate
Badamtam Tea Estate is a tea garden in the Darjeeling Pulbazar CD block in the Darjeeling Sadar subdivision of the Darjeeling district in West Bengal, India.
Wikipedia - 5North Tukvar Tea Estate
North Tukvar Tea Estate is a tea garden in the Darjeeling Pulbazar CD block in the Darjeeling Sadar subdivision of the Darjeeling district in the Indian state of West Bengal.
Wikipedia - 6Mahakal temple · in Darjeeling Himalayan Railway
The Mahakal temple or Mahakal mandir is a sacred Hindu temple located in Darjeeling, West Bengal, India, dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva, the third god in the Hindu triumvirate.
Wikipedia - 7Bengal Natural History Museum · in Darjeeling Himalayan Railway
The Bengal Natural History Museum is a museum in Darjeeling, West Bengal, that exhibits a vast range of natural artifacts and fossils.
Wikipedia - 8Bhutia Busty Monastery · in Darjeeling Himalayan Railway
Bhutia Busty monastery or Karma Dorjee Chyoling monastery is a Buddhist monastery located in Bhutia Busty, Darjeeling district, India. It belongs to the Red Sect of Buddhist Lamas.
Wikipedia - 9Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park · in Darjeeling Himalayan Railway Wikipedia
- 10St. Andrew's Church, Darjeeling · in Darjeeling
St. Andrew's Church is a heritage Anglican church situated in Darjeeling, in the Indian state of West Bengal.
Wikipedia - 11Observatory Hill, Darjeeling · in Darjeeling
Observatory Hill is a hill near Chowrasta square, or The Mall as it is popularly known, in Darjeeling, West Bengal, India. Views of snow-clad peaks, including Mount Kanchenjunga, are visible from the Observatory Hill.
Wikipedia - 12Dhirdham Temple · in Darjeeling
Dhirdham Temple is a Hindu temple located in Darjeeling, India. The temple was constructed in 1939 by Rai Saheb Purna Bahadur Pradhan from Nepal.
Wikipedia - 13
- 14Lloyd's Botanical Garden · in Darjeeling Himalayan Railway Wikipedia
- 15Glenburn Tea Estate · in Ging Tea Garden Wikipedia
- 16Puttabong Tea Estate · in Darjeeling Himalayan Railway Wikipedia
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Jorethang by interest
- Good with kids: Kitam Bird Sanctuary, Tukvar Tea Garden, Badamtam Tea Estate, North Tukvar Tea Estate, Bengal Natural History Museum
- Temples and places of worship: Ging Gompa, Mahakal temple, Bhutia Busty Monastery, St. Andrew's Church, Darjeeling, Dhirdham Temple
- Nature: lakes, hills and waterfalls: Kitam Bird Sanctuary, Tukvar Tea Garden, Badamtam Tea Estate, North Tukvar Tea Estate, Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park
- Lesser-known places: Dhirdham Temple, Namchi Monastery, Mamley Stromatolite Park
Grouped by what each place is. Lesser-known places are ones fewer people read about on Wikipedia than most places on this page.
Best time to visit Jorethang
Best weather: Oct–Apr.
| Month | Average | Rain | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | Pleasant | 18°C | 6 mm |
| Feb | Pleasant | 20°C | 11 mm |
| Mar | Pleasant | 24°C | 31 mm |
| Apr | Pleasant | 27°C | 63 mm |
| May | Hot | 29°C | 143 mm |
| Jun | Rainy | 30°C | 234 mm |
| Jul | Rainy | 29°C | 419 mm |
| Aug | Rainy | 29°C | 316 mm |
| Sep | Rainy | 28°C | 243 mm |
| Oct | Pleasant | 25°C | 71 mm |
| Nov | Pleasant | 22°C | 3 mm |
| Dec | Pleasant | 19°C | 3 mm |
Long-term monthly averages for the area, from NASA POWER, adjusted for the town's height (322 m). Festivals and crowds are not counted; check before you book.
How to reach Jorethang
- Nearest railway station: Darjeeling (DJ), 11 km away.
- Nearest airport: Pakyong Airport (PYG), 32 km away.
Straight-line distances; the road is longer. Check trains and flights before you travel.
What a 3-day trip to Jorethang costs
- Budget: about ₹2,800–₹5,500 per person
- Mid-range: about ₹7,000–₹13,800 per person
- Comfort: about ₹16,000–₹30,300 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 Jorethang is not included.
Compare Jorethang with nearby towns
| Town | Distance | Best weather | Places to see | 3 days, mid-range, per person |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jorethang | – | Oct–Apr | 17 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
| Badamtam Tea Garden | 4 km | Oct–May | 18 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
| Ging Tea Garden | 7 km | Oct–May | 22 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
| Namchi | 8 km | Oct–May | 37 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
| Darjeeling Himalayan Railway | 10 km | Oct–May | 26 | ₹8,000–₹15,500 |
Distances in a straight line from Jorethang; trip costs are rough estimates (not live prices). Tap a town for its own page.
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Questions travellers ask
What are the best places to visit in Jorethang?
The best known are Kitam Bird Sanctuary, Ging Gompa, Tukvar Tea Garden, Badamtam Tea Estate, North Tukvar Tea Estate.
When is the best time to visit Jorethang?
Best weather: Oct–Apr.
How do I reach Jorethang?
Nearest railway station: Darjeeling (DJ), 11 km away. Nearest airport: Pakyong Airport (PYG), 32 km away.
How much does a 3-day trip to Jorethang cost?
Budget: about ₹2,800–₹5,500 per person; Mid-range: about ₹7,000–₹13,800 per person; Comfort: about ₹16,000–₹30,300 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 Jorethang is not included.
Sources: places from Wikipedia, Wikidata, Wikivoyage and OpenStreetMap; weather from NASA POWER; stations and airports from Wikidata. Last checked Oct 2026.