At an altitude of about 550 meters or 1800 feet, Samsing sits at the cusp of lush green hills and the rolling plains of Dooars. It is the kind of place where time slows down, birdsong replaces traffic noise, and even the clouds seem to wander with no hurry.
The journey to Samsing is part of the experience. It lies about 82 kilometres from Siliguri and takes around 3 hours by car. As you enter the Dooars through National Highway 31, you cross scenic towns like Malbazar and Chalsa. From Chalsa, a left turn takes you on a narrow but beautiful road that winds through the Meteli region and leads to Samsing in about 15 kilometres.
The last stretch of the drive is perhaps one of the most picturesque in the entire Dooars region. You pass through emerald-green tea estates, including Chalsa Tea Garden, Zurantee Tea Garden, and finally Samsing Tea Garden. The route climbs gently and is mostly traffic-free, making it an absolute joy for anyone who loves peaceful drives through natural beauty.
If you are booking your trip with NBTT Travel Solution Private Limited, we offer private transfers, guided routes, and local stops that will make your journey as memorable as the destination.
As you enter Samsing, you first pass through the tea garden worker settlements, the heart of the community. The area then opens up into various natural spots, hiking trails, homestay villages, and riverbanks. The main road comes to an end at Suntalekhola, about four kilometres beyond Samsing, marking the entry into dense forest zones and trekking routes.
Key areas around Samsing include:
Suntalekhola for forest stay and treks
Faribasti, a scenic model village known for eco-hospitality
Rocky Island, a riverside adventure zone
Murti River, flowing gracefully through the landscape
Located just 4 kilometres uphill from Samsing, Suntalekhola is where many tourists choose to stay. The name comes from the local words Suntaley (orange) and Khola (stream), inspired by the small sparkling stream that flows here. The WBFDC Forest Cottages and a traditional bicameral bungalow are perched near the edge of the forest. To reach the cottages, you must walk across a charming hanging footbridge—a symbolic entry into another world.
This is where treks to Neora Valley begin, and it is one of the most peaceful forest hamlets in North Bengal. The chirping of birds, the occasional call of a barking deer, and the rustle of leaves in the wind are your companions here.
Next to Suntalekhola is the quaint and well-kept village of Faribasti, home to around 50 households. Almost every home here is framed by flower gardens, and the air smells of fresh earth and wild blooms. Several families here run homestays with support from community tourism operators.
A walk through Faribasti and its terraced paddy fields is a great way to experience authentic village life in the Dooars. You will be welcomed with warmth and simplicity.
Just 2 kilometres from Samsing is Rocky Island, a rugged natural retreat on the banks of the Murti River. The terrain is rocky and wild, the forest hugs the river, and nature is at its most raw and beautiful here. Small tents are pitched for overnight guests, giving you a camping-like experience.
Rocky Island is known for basic but memorable eco-stays. The owners, true nature lovers, have consciously avoided large-scale development here. It is a haven for those who want to disconnect from the world and reconnect with nature.
The Murti River begins in the Neora Valley National Park and flows through Samsing before joining the Jaldhaka near Gorumara. It is one of the most photogenic rivers in North Bengal. At most times of the year (except the monsoon), it is shallow enough to walk across. Whether you visit it at Rocky Island or at the forest bungalow point in Samsing, the river provides a perfect backdrop for photography, picnics, and reflective solitude.
Samsing is a trekker’s delight. Several trails originate from the Suntalekhola region and wind into the Neora Valley National Park, one of India’s most untouched and biodiverse forests. These trails require permits, and NBTT Travel Solution can assist in obtaining them and organising logistics.
Notable trekking points include:
Tree Fern Point, a spot for sweeping views of the Dooars plains and the Himalayan foothills.
Mo or Mo Chaki, a higher elevation point from where you can sometimes glimpse Jelepla, the historic mountain pass that once connected Tibet and India.
Neora Valley Core Trek, a deeper journey into thick bamboo groves and cloud forests, ideal for serious hikers and naturalists.
These treks range from light walks to advanced forest routes and should be undertaken with proper guidance and equipment.
Accommodation in Samsing is simple, authentic, and focused on nature.
Suntalekhola Forest Cottages, run by the West Bengal Forest Development Corporation, offer the most immersive forest stay experience. WBFDC also have a bungalow at Suntaleykhola and another one near Samsing village.
Faribasti Village has several small, family-run homestays that offer basic comfort, local cuisine, and deep cultural interaction.
Rocky Island has tent accommodations and small eco-camps suited for adventure lovers.
Samsing Tea Garden Area has a few private accommodations and working-line settlements, but no major resorts.
At NBTT Travel Solution Private Limited, we have curated partnerships with the most reliable and hospitable hosts in the region. Our brand, Humro Home, has its homestay in the Samsing area, which provides a clean, safe, and culturally rich stay option for our guests.
For more information or to book your stay, you can speak to our expert team directly.
With over 25 years of experience in creating nature-centric tours across North Bengal and Northeast India, we know Samsing like the back of our hand. From arranging permits to booking the right homestay, from curating jungle safaris to planning mountain treks, we offer complete travel solutions with local insight and expertise.
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