The Ilam Shree Antu Danda tour is a short and scenic tour that offers stunning views of the eastern Himalayas, the Terai landscape, and the tea-growing regions of Darjeeling.
The tour takes you to Antu Danda, a beautiful hillock at an altitude of 1,977m above sea level, which is renowned for its spectacular sunrise and sunset views. The trail passes through lush tea bushes and offers a chance to experience the diverse cultures and traditions of the local communities. Visitors can also opt to stay in well-facilitated hotels and cottages, or with a Lepcha community through a homestay.
This tour is located in Ilam district of Eastern Nepal and can be reached by a 3 hours car drive from Ilam Bazaar.
Trip Info
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Kathmandu
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Kathmandu
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Hotel
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Private
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Daily Breakfast
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English, Hindi, Chinese
Overview
The Ilam Shree Antu Danda Tour is a must-do for those looking to experience breathtaking sunrise and mountain views in the Ilam district of Eastern Nepal. Located just a 3-hour car drive from Ilam Bazaar, the trek’s destination, Antu Danda, is a beautiful hillock standing at an altitude of 1,977m above sea level. The trail passes through lush tea bushes and offers stunning natural scenery. Antu Danda is also renowned for its breathtaking sunset views, with the Eastern Himalayan massif serving as the perfect backdrop.
The Antu Danda viewpoint offers panoramic views of the eastern Himalayas to the north, the Terai landscape to the south, and the tea-growing regions of Darjeeling to the east. On clear days, Mt. Everest can also be seen. Ilam is a diverse area, home to various ethnic groups such as Limbu, Rai, Lepcha, Magar, Tamang, and others. Visitors can also opt to stay with a Lepcha community through homestay and learn more about their unique culture and traditions.
Antu Danda offers well-facilitated hotels and cottages for accommodation. The development of these facilities is a result of the increasing flow of tourists visiting Ilam and hiking up to the Shree Antu hill.
Trip Highlights
- Spectacular sunrise and sunset views from Antu Danda, a beautiful hillock standing at an altitude of 1,977m above sea level
- Stunning natural scenery, including lush tea bushes and panoramic views of the eastern Himalayas, the Terai landscape, and the tea-growing regions of Darjeeling
- The opportunity to experience the diverse cultures and traditions of the local communities, including the Limbu, Rai, Lepcha, Magar, and Tamang ethnic groups
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