- Where
- Top of Kalimpong town, about 5 km from the centre
- Distance
- About 5 km from Kalimpong town; about 70 km (2.5–3 hours) from Siliguri
- Timings
- Daytime, roughly 8 am to 5:30 pm
- Entry fee
- A small entry fee (around ₹10–20); paragliding extra
- Permit
- None
- Best time
- October–April for mountain views
- Time needed
- 1–2 hours
Deolo is the highest of the two hills Kalimpong sits between, at about 1,700 metres. The top is a landscaped park with flower beds, a small Hanuman temple, a tourist lodge and viewpoints over the Teesta and Relli valleys, with Kanchenjunga on the skyline on clear mornings.
What to do
Walk the park and the viewpoints, and come early for the clearest mountain views. Deolo is also Kalimpong's paragliding launch point: tandem flights glide down over the town, weather permitting, and are booked with operators at the top.
How to reach
Deolo is about 5 km uphill from Kalimpong's centre by taxi. Most Kalimpong sightseeing tours start or end here, with Durpin Monastery and the cactus nursery on the same circuit.
Deolo Hill: questions travellers ask
Can I see Kanchenjunga from Deolo Hill?
Yes, on clear mornings, mostly from October to April. Clouds usually build by midday.
Is there paragliding at Deolo?
Yes. Tandem flights launch from Deolo when the weather allows; the price is paid to the operator at the top.
How far is Deolo from Kalimpong town?
About 5 km, 15–20 minutes by taxi.
Sources
Timings and fees change. Check on the day, or ask us when you book.
