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.
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.
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
Outline Itinerary
Day 01:
Arrival in Kathmandu
Day 02:
Kathmandu to Ilam Bazaar
Day 03:
Drive from Ilam Bazaar to Shree Antu Danda
Day 04:
Drive from Ilam Bazaar to Shree Antu Danda
Day 05:
Drive from Shree Antu Danda to Bhadrapur and Fly back to Kathmandu or Drive from Shree Antu - Kathmandu.
Day 06:
Final Departure
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Day 01:
Arrival in Kathmandu
When you arrive at Tribhuwan International Airport, a representative from Himalayan 360 will be there to meet you and take you to your hotel. After checking in, you can rest or, with the guide, visit Himalayan 360’s office in Thamel a part of Kathmandu in the tourist district. Here there are many shops and restaurants. The shops are colourful and full of pashminas, slippers, trekking equipment, and felt items. The restaurants serve European as well as Nepalese meals. ATMs are plentiful should you require them. In the evening, there will be a welcome dinner hosted by Himalayan 360 where you will be served authentic Nepalese cuisine. This is a great introduction to Nepalese food.
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Day 02:
Kathmandu to Ilam Bazaar
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Trek Duration:
12-13 hours drive
Flight Hours:
40 minutes
Take a domestic flight to Bhadrapur, or we can drive directly to Ilam from Kathmandu. It would be our pleasure to observe stunning green tea gardens on the way. We would take a tea break and snacks at Fikkal. In the evening, we would go around Ilam Bazaar.
Either drive or Fly.
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Day 03:
Drive from Ilam Bazaar to Maipokhari and back to Ilam Bazaar
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Trek Duration:
2-3 hours
We take our early drive to Maipokhari from Ilam Bazaar. It is a distance of one and half hours normal drive. We observe the Maipokhari area for 2-3 hours. We would taste fresh homemade tea at Maipokhari. Besides, we will also visit the tea factory on the way to Ilam Bazaar. Overnight in the hotel.
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Day 04:
Drive from Ilam Bazaar to Shree Antu Danda
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Trek Duration:
3 hours
We go early in the morning to view the stunning sunrise from Antu Dada. We will also pay our visit to the Lepcha museum at Antu Dada. Besides, we would interact with the local people to have in-depth knowledge of the local culture and tradition.
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Day 05:
Drive from Shree Antu Danda to Bhadrapur and Fly back to Kathmandu or Drive from Shree Antu - Kathmandu.
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Trek Duration:
12-13 hours
Flight Hours:
40 mins
After having breakfast at Shree Antu, we drive down to Bhadrapur if we are flying to Kathmandu. If we are driving to Kathmandu, we take early bus from Shree Antu to Kathmandu. Upon arrival in Kathmandu, we will go to hotel.
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Final Departure
Today is the last day of our Trip, it is the time to say goodbye and return to the real world. If you have some time left, you can do some souvenir shopping or sightseeing around the hotel. A representative from Himalayan 360 will collect you from the hotel and take you to the airport 3 hours before your departure.
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