Darjeeling Travel Guide: Best Time, Costs & Tips

October–November gives the clearest Kanchenjunga views. March–May is spring flush tea season.

Best time
March, April, May, October, November
Also okay
January, February, September, December
Trip style
Hills & mountains
Daily budget (per person)
₹1,700+ backpacker · ₹3,300–₹6,700 mid-range

Month-by-month weather guide for Darjeeling

JanOkay FebOkay MarBest AprBest MayBest JunNot ideal JulNot ideal AugNot ideal SepOkay OctBest NovBest DecOkay

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