Book & reach us
Contact Gurdum Backpackers Homestay: the quickest way to book is WhatsApp. Nagen replies personally.
Address
Gurdum Forest Village, P.O. Maneybhanjyang, District Darjeeling, West Bengal
How to reach Gurdum
- NJP Junction, Siliguri to Gurdum: about 97 km, 4 hours
- Darjeeling to Gurdum: 31 km, about 1.5 hours
- Maneybhanjan to Gurdum: 5 km
- Personal hire cars and share cars available
Need a pickup? Ask us on WhatsApp and we will arrange a car.
House info
Check-out 10 AM
Please plan your departure by 10 in the morning.
Hot water
Available for all guests.
Parking
Available at the homestay.
No pets, no TV
Pets are not allowed. TV is not provided.
Quick answers before you book
How do I book my stay?
Just tap any Book Now button to message us on WhatsApp at +91 73190 25389, or call the same number. We reply with availability and confirm your dates. There are no forms to fill.
What is included in the rate?
Every booking includes welcome tea, lunch, evening tea and snacks, dinner, breakfast and lodging. Cabins start at ₹1,200 and tents at ₹1,000. A personal campfire with BBQ chicken is extra.
What stay options do you have?
We have 5 wooden A-frame cabins, 3 adventure tents and 3 homestay rooms. Peak season in October and November fills fast, so book early.
How do I reach Gurdum?
Gurdum is 97 km from NJP Junction in Siliguri (about 4 hours) and 31 km from Darjeeling (about 1.5 hours). We can arrange a personal hire car, and share cars are also available.
Can beginners join the Sandakphu trek?
Yes. The 4N/5D Sandakphu trek is beginner friendly and includes food, stay, guide and permit. Fixed departures run through October and November 2026.
What facilities can I expect?
Hot water and parking are available. We have no TV, so you can unplug and enjoy the mountains. Pets are not allowed. Check-out time is 10 AM.
Will I see Kanchenjunga?
On clear-weather days the view is spectacular, with sunrise, sunset, cloud sea and full-moon nights all part of the experience.
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How to contact Gurdum Backpackers Homestay
To contact Gurdum Backpackers Homestay, message or call Nagen on +91 73190 25389. WhatsApp is the fastest way to check dates, ask about the homestay room rate or arrange a pickup. You can also email nagentrekguide@gmail.com.
Our address
Gurdum Forest Village, P.O. Maneybhanjyang, District Darjeeling, West Bengal. We are 5 km from Maneybhanjan, 31 km from Darjeeling city and 97 km from NJP Junction, Siliguri.
Getting here
From NJP Junction the drive takes about 4 hours, and from Darjeeling it takes about 1.5 hours. Personal hire cars and share cars are available, and we can help arrange a car if you ask on WhatsApp. Maneybhanjan is the starting point for the Singalila trails.
Before you book
Every booking includes welcome tea, breakfast, lunch, evening tea and snacks, dinner and lodging. Check-out is at 10 AM, there is no TV and pets are not allowed. See the homestay rates, the Sandakphu trek dates, the gallery or about us page, and send your message when you are ready.
What to include in your message
To get a quick and useful reply, tell us your dates, the number of guests, whether you prefer a cabin, a tent or a homestay room, and whether you also want to join the Sandakphu trek. If you need a pickup from Darjeeling, Maneybhanjan or NJP Junction, mention that too so we can arrange a car.
Bookings are open for October, November and December 2026. The wooden A-frame cabin is ₹1,200 per night and the adventure tent is ₹1,000 per night, with all meals included. The homestay room rate is shared on request. You can call, send a WhatsApp message or write to nagentrekguide@gmail.com, and we will confirm availability as soon as we can.
See you in the hills
Booking open for October, November and December 2026.