The Lepcha people in Kalimpong have been living mostly in the remote villages of far-flung areas with extreme inconvenience in communications and therefore are extensively dependent on the locally available natural resources. They have been believing, retaining and practicing their centuries old knowledge on plants and use them more effectively than the modern allelopathic drugs. It is now utmost important need and task to conserve the traditional knowledge on plant based medicines of these people as the world is now gradually becoming more inclined on plant based traditional medical systems and for this India is a very rich center. Ayurveda, the ancient Indian system is mostly plant-dependent and is not isolated from other such system developed in this sub-continent. In presently prevailing socio-economic conditions, numerous of our discomforts could be relieved by following herbal medicines over chemical/synthetic drugs. Lepchas are the most ancient people in Darjiling and Sikkim part of the Eastern Himalayas and it is now very much important to record and scientifically evaluate their medical system at the earliest.

The world of Ryon and Gheesh is waiting for you. You will be mesmerized by the sound of Gheesh passing by the camp. Walking a little down the rocky path from the camp can really touch Gheesh’s fresh water. Wanting to jump? You can bathe in the flowing, fresh, sweetwater of Gheesh, but remember not to pollute the streams of the life of Gidang and remember do not allow to using oil and soap products in the river water during bath etc. After bath, you can stand on the hanging bridge and observe the majesty of Gidang’s nature. Many known-unknown waterfalls are hidden on the depths forest in Gidang. You can explore all these waterfalls, but don’t forget to take local guide. Notable waterfalls include Juge Falls and Banjhakri  Falls; You can explore these by trekking. Maybe you can hear that serious voice of the famous Banjhakri  (Folklore is Banjhakri and Banjhākrini are the supernatural shamans of the forest and yet from time to time their solemn cries can be heard along the falls in the forest). There are so meny activities like village hiking, bird watching, butterfly and moth watching, embracing the culture of the village, Night View, listening to the stories of the villagers about their livelihood, mysterious stories and fantasies, Forest Healing Walk and much more. In a word, Gidang is waiting for you with it’s adventurous activities options.