Explore, Experience, Learn - Community Managed Tourism. Rampuria Forest Village
Senchel Wildlife Sanctuary is one of the oldest sanctuaries in India (declared in 1915) and home to varied temperate flora and fauna. Rampuria Forest Village is located within the Sanctuary and lies 20 kms south east of Darjeeling town. Flowering species
of Rhododendron, Magnolias, Primula and Wild Orchids, among others are found in
abundance. Other dominant plant varieties include various species of Ferns,
Conifer, Bamboo, Oak. Common mammal species include Barking deer, Common
leopard, Asiatic black bear, Wild Boar, Yellow throated marten. Common birds
that can be sighted are Treepie, Magpie, Drongo, Tit, Babbler, Thrush species
among many others. Additionally, many snakes, frogs, insects are also are found in abundance here.
Tourism in Rampuria Forest Village is established on the principles of community based
tourism. Home-stays here offer you local hospitality and an opportunity
to understand the local culture and way of living from a personal level. Local
guides will help you explore and experience the rich culture and biodiversity
of this landscape.
The tourism enterprise is owned and managed
by the community. The
community based tourism committee seeks to ensure equitable distribution of income and employment opportunities in the village The committee
also seeks to ensure and educate on sustainable
use of resources and implementation of proper waste management.
The best time to visit
this region is April-May and October – December.
Educational tours
Rampuria is a designated education training hub which offers it’s
services to organize trainings, workshops and tours.
Educational activities include:
- Awareness
on climate smart agriculture
- Hands-on
farming experience
- Understanding
of efficient energy models
- Nature
trails inside Senchal forest
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| Nature trails inside the sanctuary |
Other tourism activities offered
- A
7 km trek /drive to Mungpo town famous for its Cinchona plantation, Rabindranath Tagore Museum and orange orchard,
symedium orchid centre
- Visits
to nearby waterfall, cave, tea estate
- Visitors
are also welcome to participate in the daily activities of farming, cooking and
livestock feeding
Contact Details:
Poonam Rai - 9735908110
Prakash Tamang - 9832300839
Supported by: ATREE
Prakash Tamang - 9832300839
Supported by: ATREE
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