SAFAR by Mulaqat

19/12/2023

SAFAR by Mulaqat embarked on a 3 day trip to Parengtar to celebrate the festivities of Kholey Dai, annual harvest and folk music festival. Travelers from various parts of the country came together to witness the cultural extravaganza and groove to the tunes of folk music and take back an immersive rural experience. The travellers truly explored and embraced the village lifestyle, cultures and enjoyed the local cuisines.

We were truly glad to host and all the way from Pune, Bilaspur, Raipur and Kolkata who joined our Fixed Departure Trip to the 3rd edition of Kholey Dai Festival ✨

We congratulate for successfully organising this festival and giving us an opportunity to immerse into the cultural festival.

Many thanks to for being such amazing hosts and making our camping experience great as usual.

Until next time!

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01/12/2023

Hello December!

The countdown to the 3rd edition of Kholey Dai Festival has already begun. Check the artists' lineup to know what awaits you at the folk evenings in Parengtar 🌟

Join Our Fixed Departure trip or DM foe customized itineraries.

Dates : 15th to 17th December

05/11/2023

Still wondering why you should join Kholey Dai Festival 2023?

Here are a list of reasons why you should definitely not miss this cultural extravaganza.

Cultural Revival: Witness the revival of age-old traditions conducive to rice-grain harvesting, and immerse yourself in the heart of local culture.

Creative Workshops: Participate in various workshops and shop for locally produced souvenirs and crafts, supporting the community's artisans.

Culinary Delights: Indulge in authentic local cuisines that will tantalize your taste buds at the festival.

Live Music: Groove to the tunes of renowned artists like Bipul Chettri, Pushpan Pradhan, Purna Rai, Mookhuri, Sreedhya Sisters, and many more.

Zero-Waste Festival: Learn about environmentally friendly practices and discover sustainable alternatives at this zero waste festival organized by the local community.

Nature's Serenade: Wake up to the soothing sounds of birds and streams at the festival campsite, or experience the warm hospitality of locals in a family-run homestay.

Guided Experiences: Travel with like-minded individuals on our Fixed Departure Trip and participate in guided village walks, river picnics, and much more.

This December, let's explore, embrace, and empower together. Join Safar by Mulaqat for an unforgettable cultural experience.

24/10/2023

The most awaited time of the year is here. Brace yourselves to experience the community festival at Parengtar. Join the 3rd edition of Kholey Dai, annual harvest and music festival with Safar by Mulaqat where you meet conscious and mindful travelers and get an opportunity to meet like-minded folks from all across the country who share a common outlook towards how travel is perceived.

Meeting Point : Siliguri/Bagdogra
Trip Dates : 15th to 18th December, 2023

For further details, get in touch with us :
Michelle - 9734228682
Suman - 8850938842

12/09/2023

The upcoming 3 day curated trip by Safar includes unique experiences and unconventional stays at a Lepcha Hamlet and an Indo-Bhutan border villages.

Join this trip to dive into stories of Lepcha traditions and explore the hidden trails of Neora Valley.

Meeting Point - Siliguri/Bagdogra
Trip Dates - 30th Sept to 2nd Oct

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04/09/2023

Experience the post monsoon skies and the magic of light drizzles on this 2 night- 3 day curated trip - Traversing Trails and Traditions Vol II where we listen to stories about Lepcha cultures in Nim B***y, Gorubathan and go on a hike to Neora Trains in the Indo-Bhutan border villages in Kalimpong district of West Bengal.

The trip starts and ends at Siliguri, the gateway to the North East and takes you through captivating places in remote locations. You stay at family run homestays and experience the hospitality of the local communities.

Head on to the post to know what awaits you on this journey.

DM us for more details or call/whatsapp us on the following numbers :

Michelle - 9734228682
Suman - 8850938842

02/09/2023

Embark on a journey during the upcoming long weekend in September where you dive into stories of Lepcha Cultures in Tunglabong, Gorubathan and explore the last villages of Kalimpong, Chisang and Todey-Tangta.

This 2 night 3 day curated journey starts from Siliguri and you traverse through the beautiful Tea Gardens and Dense Forests of Dooars region in West Bengal.

Trip Dates: 30th September to 2nd October
Meeting Point: Siliguri/Bagdogra

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25/08/2023

And it's back! Kholeydaifestival 2023 ✨️

STAY TUNED
https://www.muhaan.in/kholey-dai-fest

08/08/2023

Have you decided how to plan the upcoming long weekend with your pals?

If unwinding amidst nature, striking a conversation with locals, experiencing local cuisines at family run homestays excite you, then plan the weekend with Safar to explore some unique and remote destinations in Sikkim, Darjeeling or Kalimpong.

DM us your preferred dates and group size to get a customised itinerary for the destinations you pick.

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04/08/2023

We hosted Yuga and Momoka from Japan at Gangtok and took them around the city in the most local way possible. They enjoyed walks, food hopping and shared stories of their journey. They are on a world tour and arrived in India after exploring Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, Cambodia and Malaysia.

We wish them an adventurous time ahead as they continue their journey forward!

17/07/2023

Whenever we talk about our journeys, we emphasize on traveling with like-minded people. We aim to keep our groups small and intimate to facilitate interaction and creating bonds with people from all walks of life coming from different regions. Along with interacting and learning about local communities and lifestyles, our trips are designed in a way that the group interacts with each other and discover new perspectives on travel by sharing experiences.

Here is what our travelers from the recent trip, Traversing Trails and Traditions have to say about the 3-day inmersive experience in the Indo-Bhutan border that we organized last month.

09/07/2023

Safar by Mulaqat embarked on an immersive experience to Indo-Bhutan border villages. The 3-day curated journey hosted like-minded travelers from across the country who traversed through untrodden trails and embraced the culture of the places they visited.

We thank and for offering us an experience of the community festival, Asaar Pandhra and for the heart warming hospitality and stories.

Thanks to for joining the journey with us and capturing the beautiful moments we shared together.

Keep watching this space for updates on our upcoming experiences.

21/06/2023

Join our upcoming 3-day curated trip to Indo-Bhutan border villages where you would experience community interaction and meet like minded travelers from across the countries.

At Parengtar, you'll be celebrating a community led festival, "Asaar Pandhra" to mark the beginning of rice planting in Monsoon. You would also be exploring the last villages of Kalimpong - Todey-Tangta, go on village walks and listen to folklores from local hosts.

Trip Dates: 30th June to 02nd July, 2023
Meeting Point: Bagdogra/Siliguri

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12/06/2023

The onset of rains brings freshness in the air, excitement in our souls and life to the earth.

On this 3-day long curated trip to Parengtar, Chisang and Todey in Kalimpong district in North Bengal we would explore the community festival - Asaar Pandhra, go on village hikes, and explore the Indo-Bhutan border and Sunday Haat at Todey.

Join this journey with us to explore the culture, traditions and untrodden trails with locals and like-minded travelers.

Trip Dates: 30th June to 2nd July
Meeting Point: Siliguri/Bagdogra

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09/06/2023

We met , Dominic and Peter in Gangtok and exchanged stories about slow travel, rural tourism and immersive experiences. They are on a journey across India in an auto rickshaw and loved listening to stories from the Indo-Bhutan border villages.

It was an absolute pleasure accompanying them and taking them around Parengtar to interact with the locals, go on village walks and live in a local homestay.

Thanks to for hosting us and taking us around.

01/06/2023

On our upcoming curated trip we head to beautiful villages in the Indo-Bhutan border to celebrate the festivities of Asaar Pandhra with the community and find ourselves in the arms of soil and rain while we gather experiences for a lifetime. We also visiting the last villages of Kalimpong and go on village hikes and explore the culture, lifestyle and unexplored trails.

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If not, scan the QR code or tap the link in bio.

We can't wait to commence this journey!

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24/05/2023

Experience the alluring monsoon season on "Transversing Trails and Traditions" a curated journey by Safar to beautiful villages in the Indo-Bhutan border. Step into a realm where nature dances harmoniously with rainfall, breathing life into the land and fostering bountiful harvests. Join us as we explore the magic of the monsoon, immersing ourselves to explore the wild trails and embrace the traditions and stories of Parengtar and Todey Tangta.

Traversing Trails and Traditions is a 3-day curated trip with SAFAR by Mulaqat starting from Siliguri that takes you to Parengtar and Todey-Tangta, in Kalimpong District in the North Bengal region.

Stay at local homestays, participate in a community festival and be part of a celebration of life, growth and the profound beauty that emerges when nature and human endeavors unite in perfect harmony.

In collaboration with : Nawlo Umang Welfare Society and
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23/05/2023

Get ready this monsoon to traverse through trails, traditions and stories with SAFAR by Mulaqat as we embark on a journey to Parengtar and Todey-Tangta, located at the Indo-Bhutan border. Experience a unique amalgamation of culture while walking through muddy trails and exploring the villages with the locals.

Details to come soon. Till then, mark your calender.

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30/03/2023

Camping Getaway, curated for at 🌿

The curated getaway curated by SAFAR aimed at reconnecting with nature and experiencing outdoor activities while bonding with one another.

We started the day with a dip in the river, went on a village hike and crossed streams on foot. The bonfire evening with melodious music by was a perfect end to the day, accompanied by light drizzles and sounds of the stream.

We thank , the facilitator for yoga session and guided meditation for accepting our invitation and making the morning more meaningful and calm.

Thanks to the entire team of & for accepting us with open arms.

We hope to bring many more of these curated getaways that comes with a purpose to reconnect with nature and in the process re discover ourselves and our love for exploring unknown destinations.

Until then, keep watching this space to know more!

21/02/2023

!! EXPERIENTIAL TRIP TO SIKKIM - TEASER !!

Safar began with a dream. A dream to traverse through dusty roads, walk through the remotest trails and live with local communities. And we wanted to share these experiences of travelling through rural Sikkim with like-minded travellers who did not fear to walk through the road not taken.

Safar by Mulaqat curated a week-long Experiential Trip to Sikkim covering some unique destinations, offering unconventional experiences that make you feel you have found a second home in the mountains.

Thanks to all our hosts on this journey - Lobding Homestay, ,
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The three amazing folks who believed in our idea and joined us on this journey!

the man behind the camera who poured his soul into his work and we feel glad to have you as a part of Team Safar.

Here's a TEASER of the journey that we curated in Sikkim. FULL VIDEO will be out soon.

Check the LINK IN BIO to know how you can book this trip with us.

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19/02/2023

Glimpses of Acoustic Evening at curated by

Your overwhelming response made our hearts full. Thanks a bunch to all the wandering souls for believing in us and joining us on this Safar. Starting with a river hike to ending the day with grooving to Nepali folk music, we experienced it all.

A special thanks to our host and his team for hosting us with an open heart.

Keep watching this space to know more on our upcoming journeys.

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12/02/2023

Presenting the final artist for the Acoustic Evening at Backwoods, 🌟

Biswajit is a gold medalist in Tabla from Benaras Hindu Universiry. Under the mentorship of Pt. Praveen Uddhav, he completed his Masters in Indian classical music from BHU. He holds keen interest in traditional instruments such as Marchunga (Jaw Harp), Djembe, Didgeriddoo, Ektara Mongolian Throat singing and various other local instruments that are locally used in Kalimpong. He also experiments with his voice and hands in creating new sounds.

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12/02/2023

The evening at gets even better and warmer with joining us. Sudita had been a top 16 contestant in Voice of Nepal 🌟

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12/02/2023

Guess who else is joining us at the Acoustic Evening at Backwoods?

We have as our third artist for the evening.

Indranil is a singer, song writer and teacher; a singer who sings, explores folks, plays multiple instruments and nevertheless a FREE SPIRIT. He performs various songs and music of different places & cultures such as Bangla folk, Originals, mystic sufi qalam (Tasawwuf), Qawwali, English country folk, gypsy jazz, bluegrass, world folk etc.

He has a fantasy of travelling. Travelling to the Jungles, to the villages, rivers, mountains, streams etc. He loves to mingle with people, learn culture & create music from mother nature - the trees, the streams, a small hut or the beautiful mountains as make the nature.

Come join us on 14th!

07/02/2023

Camping amidst the woods, chill by the bonfire, spend a lazy afternoon on the hammock or have mindful conversations with like-minded travelers, offers all that youre searching for!

Join us us 14th Feb for an Acoustic Evening and promote local destinations in a responsible way!

DM to book your slots.

04/02/2023

𝐒𝐀𝐅𝐀𝐑 𝐱 𝐁𝐚𝐜𝐤𝐰𝐨𝐨𝐝𝐬 𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐂𝐚𝐦𝐩

Here's our second artist of the Camping Getaway on 14th Feb at Backwoods Adventure Camp.

is a Siliguri based artist who along with being a singer is also a great cinematographer. Join us on 14th Feb to jam with Ritesh and bring back a bunch of memories.

Limited slots only.

Dates: 14th-15th Feb
Location: Samsing, Dooars.

Get in touch with us on: 8850938842, 9734228682.