Rishyap considered a haven for nature lovers, trekkers and mountaineers is located in the hills of Neora Valley. Situated at a height of 8500ft it boasts of huge biodiversity in the form of virgin forests which have remained unexplored for decades due to inaccessibility of certain terrains in this hilly region. Thus, it has spawned the growth of several rare variety of Himalayan wildlife which remains sheltered in the deep and dark forest. Surrounded by spectacular mountain ranges, this village will rejuvenate your soul.

Rishyap is prominent on a traveller’s map for it offers an excellent view of the famous Mt. Kanchenjunga range from a village named ‘Tiffin Dara’, in all its grandeur leaving one speechless. Not only that, the place will charm you with an amazing 360˚ view of other nearby ranges such as Rathung, Simvo, Kabroo, Narsingh, Talung, Khang-Chen-D-Zongha, Kokthang, Pandim, Mt.Kharg and Siniolchu.Rishyap is blessed with a wealth of flora and the forests are teeming with tall trees like pine, fir and birch, and other rare varieties of orchids. Bird watching is a well-known activity here since thousands of rare varieties can be spotted here easily such as Gold-naped Finch and White-browed Bush Robin. However, if you are lodging yourself at the hillside resorts and hotels you might have a chance to visit the following:the Lava Jamgyong Kongtrul Monastery, Neora Valley Nature Interpretation Centre, Neora Valley National Park and Kagyu Thekchen monastery, Changay Falls, Lolegaon and Pedong (Lepcha villages).

However, to visit the above places you need to book rooms in a Rishyap hotel or resort. Rishyap has a lot of options in terms of accommodation but you must gather enough information before you jump in. Most of the Rishyap hotels offer rooms that face the mountain ranges and if you are lucky you could have a room facing the Mt. Kanchenjunga too. Carpeted and well furnished rooms overlooking the green hills is pure bliss along with other amenities such as private balconies, lawns, multi-cuisine restaurants serving delicious North Indian, Chinese and Continental fare. Other facilities that are being offered by the Rishyap hotels include guided trekking trips to nearby villages through tea gardens and forest, jungle walks along nature trails, sightseeing arrangements with rented vehicles, 24 hours security, doctor on call, dry cleaning and laundry services, television with well furnished rooms in all categories of luxury and comfort. These not only make your stay comfortable but memorable too. Some of the well-known resorts and Rishyap hotels in the region include Green Valley Resort, Neora Valley Resort, Rishyap Holiday Inn, Suntec Resort etc. If you wish to avoid the rush during season then book well in advance to get the best room with excellent view.

Rishyap can be reached by roadfrom Siliguri, Lava and from Kalimpong (nearest town). Nearest railway station is New Jalpaiguri and Bagdogra is the nearest airport.