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Kalimpong and Neora · month by month

April

Kalimpong 15–24 °C, Lava 7–17 °C, first showersOne of the best months
Peak spring. Rhododendron and magnolia flower higher up, orchids bloom in nurseries, and the birding in Neora Valley is excellent as breeding begins. Afternoon showers arrive late in the month. Bengali New Year in mid-April brings visitors from Kolkata, so book ahead.

Tip for April

Book Lava and Lolegaon forest lodges well before the mid-April holiday weekend.

Prices and crowds

Busy around Poila Baisakh; expect full occupancy and firm rates that week.

Questions people ask

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Is April a good time to visit Kalimpong and Neora?

Peak spring. Rhododendron and magnolia flower higher up, orchids bloom in nurseries, and the birding in Neora Valley is excellent as breeding begins. Afternoon showers arrive late in the month. Bengali New Year in mid-April brings visitors from Kolkata, so book ahead.

What is the weather like in Kalimpong and Neora in April?

Kalimpong 15–24 °C, Lava 7–17 °C, first showers. Conditions differ by altitude and coast, so check the forecast for each stop a week before you travel.

Where should we go in Kalimpong and Neora in April?

We suggest Neora Valley National Park, Rishyap, Kalimpong. Book Lava and Lolegaon forest lodges well before the mid-April holiday weekend.

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