DOOARS - LAL JHAMELA BASTI

Lal Jhamela Basti is a popular tourist destination that rests in the quaint corner of the Dooars. It is near Looksan village in the district of Jalpaiguri. It is a beautiful place dotted with towering treetops and a vast green lawn. Such a location of this tourist spot has placed it in one of those places where one cannot succumb to nature. It serves as a perfect weekend getaway for many travellers.

Lal Jhamela Basti is well-known for its enticing surroundings and tranquil ambience. It's a great place to spend the weekend and rest your aching muscles.

The River Diana flows through this enchanting location, adding to its allure. One can also see the view of Bhutan's murky hills. Deer and elephant herds find refuge in the nearby forests of Lal Jhamela Basti. Tourists frequently encounter them.

On your way to Lal Jhamela Basti where the route straight ahead leads to Chengmari Tea Estate while on right there is a settlement known as Lal Jhamela Basti. Topography Hilly terrain but sloppy, Samtse, Bhutan on the North and East; and Chengmari TE on the South. Climate In Lal Jhamela Basti, the wet season is hot, muggy, and mostly cloudy and the dry season is warm and mostly clear. Over the course of the year, the temperature typically varies from 12°C to 33°C and is rarely below 10°C or above 36°C.

Homestay

The village is a sought-after place for nature lovers who would like to spend a few days in tranquillity and away from the tourist crowd. There are few homestays here that are owned and run by the villagers. One such homestay is Diana Homestay owned by Ashok Sharma and which is located on the main road and by the riverside.

The homestay is set up in a lush garden setting. The rooms are basic. There are two double rooms in two different bungalows each. You can contact him at +91-9734104340 for information and booking.