Lava – Lolegaon – Rishop Off-beat Trail

Pine Forests, Canopy Walks & Hidden Himalayan Villages

3N/4D West Bengal Easy 8,500 ft (Rishop)

Duration3N/4D

Start / EndNJP / Bagdogra

Group Size2–10 persons

Best TimeOct–May

Places covered: LavaLolegaonRishopNeora Valley National Park

Overview

Escape the tourist circuits into the quiet pine-forested ridges of North Bengal. Lava's Neora Valley views, Lolegaon's hanging canopy walk through the treetops, and Rishop's 180-degree Kanchenjunga panorama — all connected by winding forest roads through one of India's most biodiverse regions. Perfect for travellers who want authenticity over Instagram moments.

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1

Drive to Lava through Gorubathan. Check in to a forest lodge. Walk to Lava Monastery and Neora Valley viewpoint. Bonfire evening.

120 km 4.5 hours 7,200 ft Dinner Lodge in Lava

Day 2

Short drive to Lolegaon. Walk the famous canopy walkway — a hanging bridge through the treetops. Visit sunrise point. Peaceful village homestay evening.

25 km 1.5 hours 5,600 ft Breakfast, Dinner Homestay in Lolegaon

Day 3

Visit Rishop — a tiny hamlet with arguably the best Kanchenjunga panorama in North Bengal. Walk the ridge trail. Return to NJP area.

130 km 5 hours 8,500 ft Breakfast, Dinner Hotel near NJP

Day 4

Transfer to NJP/Bagdogra.

15 km 30 min Breakfast

What's Included

Inclusions

Hotel/lodge accommodation
All meals (Breakfast & Dinner daily)
Airport/station pickup and drop (NJP/Bagdogra)
All sightseeing by private vehicle
All applicable permits
Driver allowance & parking
All applicable taxes

Exclusions

Airfare / train fare
Lunch during sightseeing
Personal expenses & tips
Travel insurance
Adventure activities (optional)
Anything not mentioned in inclusions

Things to Carry

Warm layered clothing Sunscreen & sunglasses Comfortable walking shoes Power bank & camera Basic medicines & first-aid Valid ID proof (Aadhaar/Voter ID) 4 passport-size photos for permits