The Goomtee Tea Estate, located a short drive from Nature Lover Homestay Sittong, is one of the most beautiful and historic tea gardens in the Darjeeling hills. Surrounded by rolling green slopes and mist-covered valleys, this century-old estate offers visitors an authentic glimpse into the world of Darjeeling tea. Guests can enjoy leisurely walks through the lush tea plantations, observe skilled workers plucking fresh leaves, and learn about the traditional tea-making process that makes Darjeeling tea globally famous. The estate’s serene atmosphere and panoramic views of the mountains make it a perfect destination for nature lovers and photography enthusiasts. A visit to Goomtee Tea Estate adds a refreshing experience to your stay at Nature Lover Homestay Sittong, combining nature, culture, and the rich aroma of fresh tea leaves in one unforgettable outing.

Goomtee Tea Estate was planted by Henry Montgomery Lennox in 1899. It was subsequently managed by G.W.O’Brien, who was forced in the aftermath of the Second World War to sell it to the ruling Rana of Nepal. In the mid-1950s it was taken over by co-owners: the Kejriwal family and Mahabir Prasad.

Goomtee Tea Estate is spread over 110 hectares (270 acres), out of a total area of 225 hectares (560 acres) at an altitude ranging from 3,000 to 6,000 feet (910 to 1,830 m).

Goomtee Tea Estate and Retreat is a village in the Kurseong division of Darjeeling district. It is not a village, but a cluster of villages in a large area known locally as Sittong Khasmahal. The place has become famous among tourists as it is the heart of the orange growing countryside of Darjeeling hills. However, Sittong has much more to offer to the tourists apart from its oranges.