Himalayan Mountaineering Institute Tourism

Type of destination: Education and Training Institute/Museum

Ideal visit duration: 2-3 hours

Closed in: Every Monday

The Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (HMI) is a premier mountaineering institute located in Darjeeling, West Bengal, India. Established in 1954 by Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru, the first Prime Minister of Independent India, the institute promotes mountaineering and adventure sports. Positioned at the jaw-dropping backdrop of the majestic Kanchenjunga range, HMI is a blend of adventure and education. It offers various mountaineering courses for enthusiasts and professionals alike, and it also has a museum that showcases a collection of mountaineering equipment, photographs, and the personal effects of Tenzing Norgay, one of the first two individuals known to reach the summit of Mount Everest. The campus is also notable for its memorial to the great mountaineer. Apart from being an educational institute, HMI provides a panoramic view of the surrounding mountains and valleys, making it a scenic spot for visitors.

Monday	Closed
Tuesday	09:00 AM to 05:00 PM
Wednesday	09:00 AM to 05:00 PM
Thursday	09:00 AM to 05:00 PM
Friday	09:00 AM to 05:00 PM
Saturday	09:00 AM to 05:00 PM
Sunday	09:00 AM to 05:00 PM

Disclaimer: It's important to check the most current information before planning your visit, as opening hours can vary and might be subject to change due to special events, maintenance, or unforeseen circumstances. A reliable way to confirm the opening hours is to contact the local tourism board, check the official website (if available)

Entry Ticket Pricing for Himalayan Mountaineering Institute

Adult	INR 100
Child	INR 50

Disclaimer: Please note that prices are subject to change, cross check required .

Tips when you are visiting to Himalayan Mountaineering Institute

Recommendations

Wear comfortable walking shoes.

Carry a bottle of water.

Respect the sanctity of the place as it is not only a tourist spot but also a revered institute for mountaineers.

Check the weather forecast before visiting.

Top 5 Reviews on Himalayan Mountaineering Institute

daschandranath

Wrote on 18th Aug, 2023

About 3D Model on Himalayan range at HMI Darjeeling

Thank you to all visitors who have been visited our Institute museum. Specially Thanks too Tripadvisor for unloaded various comments for further development of HMI museum. As HMI Curator , it was my ..

39abhijeetg

Wrote on 10th Apr, 2023

Excellent museum

The main attraction is the museum which houses a collection of artefacts from Himalayan mountaineering expeditions among other things. The personal items of Tenzing Norgay and the huge model of the Hi..

iti_94

Wrote on 22nd Mar, 2023

Must visit

there is a museum which is very nice and you get to know everything about mountaineering and get to see all the gears

ThomasEas

Wrote on 18th Feb, 2023

Best Experience

This museum Founded soon after the famous Everest expedition, the Himalayan mountain institute celebratees the success of Tenzing norgey Along with sir Edmund hillary.

abhijit8791

Wrote on 10th Nov, 2022

AV show is worth watching

Place is clean and maintained, Museum is good and equipment used by mountaineers is amazing. they have created miniature mountain with laser pointers