The many lush tea estates spread over different places of Darjeeling attract travellers and tea enthusiasts from all across the India and the world. If you’re planning a trip, you can be sure that it is the best place to learn everything you need to about the manufacturing process of your favourite beverage.
Mim Tea Garden is one of the oldest tea garden established in early 19th century located in Jorebunglow, Sukhiapokhari in Darjeeling district. The garden is located at a distance of 75 km from Siliguri and is at a distance of 21 km from Darjeeling town. This is the only tea garden in Darjeeling which is run by the government of India.
Mim Tea Garden produces finest quality of teas in Darjeeling. Mim Tea Estate, is a well-known quality mark amongst discerning Darjeeling Tea drinkers worldwide. The single blends of this estate when properly brewed yields thin-bodied, light orange coloured liquor with floral delicate aroma. It is nestled in the shadow of the Himalayas and guarded by the majestic peaks of Kanchanjunga (the world’s third highest peak).
Legends say that the garden was named after a Mem Sahib (British Lady) who supervised the operations of the estate after the demise of her pioneer husband. This enchanting estate is shrouded mostly in mist, sprawled across elevations of 1500 to 6000 ft above sea. The estate is bounded by the pristine gurgling waters of the ‘Chota Rangeet’ mountain rapids.
Cocooned amongst the rustling pines which abound this very special treasure are the carefully nurtured tea plants which have provided exquisite and very rare teas to the world for over 150years. Its flavour emanates from a fusion of pedigreed plants, pristine air, sparkling rain drops and intermittent caressing sunshine.
Mim Tea Estate is one of the most magical places of the Himalayas. The pure silence of this place is sure to give the visitors a mystical dreamy ride through the night. Even in the dead of night, towns are so noisy. This place is serene and peaceful.
Visitors witnesses truly dazzling nature’s beauty, ever-changing landscapes, deep river and wind rustling leaves of trees along with birds singing hymns of old monasteries. One can walk through the deep wild forest, listening to nature’s melodious song.
Mim Tea Resort
Experience the beauty of Mim Tea Estate from Dawn to Dusk and relax chilled nights in peaceful serene of Mim Tea Resort.
Facilities available
Tea Tasting room
In one of its unique Tea Tasting Room, Mim Tea Resort serves the visitors variety of Andrew Yule Darjeeling Tea, one of oldest orthodox tea of India.
Lobby / Sitting Room
Lobby / Sitting Room retains the aura of colonial days that was typically the residence of a British Tea Planter built during colonial time
Dining Area, Living / Bedrooms with attached bath
Experience the warmth and feel like home, where the freshly prepared organic food is served.
Other facilities
1. Organictea tasting and buying facility
2. Tracking around the tea garden
3. Visit to Little Rangeet River
4. Visit to the organic tea manufacturing factory
5. View of the Kanchenjunga from Mim Tea Estate
For Bookings / Enquiries Contact:
Please call us on 9775711438 or mail us to balmikichaurasia330@gmail.com with your Tea Tourism Plan details. We will be happy to provide you the best package cost with complete itinerary details.
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