Treks and walks · Suntalekhola
The road walk from Suntalekhola to Samsing
The 5 km road between Suntalekhola and Samsing is quiet enough to walk, climbing gently through forest edge, small farms and tea with views over the Murti valley and the plains. A good morning stretch before a car picks you up.
The road from the Suntalekhola bridge to Samsing sees only a few vehicles an hour. Walking it gives you forest at the start, then cardamom, broom grass and vegetable plots around scattered houses, and finally Samsing's tea, with the plains spread out to the south on clear mornings.
It is an easy walk on tarmac with a gentle climb towards Samsing, about two hours at a relaxed pace with stops. Children who walk at home will manage. Carry water, as there are only one or two small shops on the way. Say namaste to the families you pass; many will be happy to point out what they grow.
Arrange for your car to meet you in Samsing bazaar with the luggage. Walk in daylight only, keep to the edge of the road on bends and do not take shortcuts through the forest.
Cost: Free
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Is the road between Suntalekhola and Samsing safe to walk?
In daylight, yes. Traffic is light, but stay on the edge at bends and listen for vehicles. Avoid walking after dark, when visibility is poor and animals move in the forest sections. In rain, watch for small slips on the road.
How long does the walk take?
About two to two and a half hours for 5 km at a relaxed pace with stops, a little longer uphill towards Samsing. Fit walkers do it in under two hours. Start after breakfast and finish in Samsing for tea.
What will we see on the walk?
Forest at the Suntalekhola end, then small farms with cardamom, broom grass and vegetables, homes with flower gardens, and Samsing's tea sections. On clear mornings there are views over the Murti valley and the Dooars plain.
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