The village of Dawaipani is a small village at an extremely remote corner of the hills. In fact the road from Dawaipani does not go any further and ends in the village itself. The main attraction of the village and its Homestay is the grand mountain view you can get from here. Majestic snow peaks of Kanchenjunga forms the backdrop of the queen of hills Darjeeling here. On a clear day the view is truly amazing. The area is heavily forested with occasional tea garden here and there.
The name “Dawaipani” literally mean “Water that heals”. The name is derived from mineral spring and hot waters which is said to heal many illnesses. However in the village itself there is no such mineral springs as of now. There are some mineral springs further down the hill and inside the deep forests that can be reached on foot.
Dawaipani is a village just 20 kms from Darjeeling town. It is a village on the hill at the back of Darjeeling town. The aerial distance from Darjeeling to Dawaipani is barely 4 kms. If you have ever been to Darjeeling Mall and have seen the hills towards the east of the town, Dawai Pani would be the village just directly opposite to you.
The main attraction of Dawai Pani village is the grand view of Kanchenjunga range of hills with Darjeeling town in the foreground. Most tourists visit Dawai Pani to enjoy nature at its pristine best. There are forests all around the village where a variety of birds makes it an ideal birding destination.
Most tourists also avail the sightseeing that are available at Darjeeling from here. Darjeeling town is about 30 minutes drive (subject to traffic at Darjeeling town) so you can go to the town anytime you want if you have a vehicle at disposal. You can undertake all the sightseeing of Darjeeling town and yet stay in a secluded rural village.
Our host and his family prepare home cooked meal for our guests. We offer Nepali and Bengali dishes.
Standard meals are served, if you have special requirements for food, it is recommended you confirm the same with our reservation executive before confirming the booking as special requirements may not be served in this rural village. Any special orders are at the discretion of the host and must be ordered prior to your arrival.
Forest trails, village walk, soft treks, birding or just simple enjoying the sublime weather. People visit Dawaipani for its grand view of Darjeeling town and Kanchenjunga mountain range beyond. Like most off beat destinations, Dawaipani does not offer you typical sightseeing options.
From Dawaipani to Peshok Road hike is a popular trek. The distance is about 4 kms and can be covered in less than an hour. There are also trek routes that will take you to the popular tourist destination of Lamahatta (about 3 hours trek). There is another forested trek route that goes to 3rd mile / Rangeroon area from here. More serious trekker may also avail a hike to Tiger Hill sunrise point. Birding here is also a popular activity. A variety of Babblers, Flowerpeckers, Sunbirds, Spiderhunters, Munia, Silverbill, Wagtail, Pipit, Rosefinch, Bluefinch, Tit and other variety of birds can be easily sighted here.
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