Agriculture & Spice Plantations

Kurseong – The Land of White Orchids & Tea Gardens

 Best For: Tranquil tea estate stays, mountain views

 Why Visit?

• Less crowded than Darjeeling, offering a peaceful escape.
• Known for premium second-flush tea & stunning valley views.
• Enjoy heritage stays in tea bungalows surrounded by lush tea gardens.

Top Tea Estates in Kurseong:

✅ Castleton Tea Estate – Famous for its delicate floral tea varieties.
✅ Ambootia Tea Estate – Specializes in biodynamic & organic tea farming.
✅ Giddapahar Tea Estate – Offers small-batch handcrafted teas.
✅ Makaibari Tea Estate (near Kurseong) – A world-renowned organic tea farm.

 Best Experience:

• Stay at Cochrane Place, a heritage tea bungalow with vintage charm.
• Try rare White Tea & Silver Needle Tea varieties.
• Explore misty tea trails & enjoy fresh mountain air.