Darjeeling Sandakphu trekking

Darjeeling Sandakphu trekking is popular trekking destination in sikkim. Darjeeling Sandakphu trek offer beautiful Himalayan views, Tibetan monasteries, lush valley , mixed culture and beautiful landscape. India Darjeeling Sandakphu trekking include beautiful place of Delhi Darjeelig Kalimpong & Sikkim as well as smirti lake 4200m, Mount Kanchenjunga , Mount Kabru and Kabru Dome main attraction of this trekking. Autumn & spring season is best time trekking in Darjeeling Sandakphu but Himalaya Journey Trekking arrange around the year as per trekkers wish and holiday schedule. Minimum two weeks holidays and good physical fitness required for Sandakphu trekking tour.

Darjeeling Sandakphu trekkingstart at Darjeeling after flight from Delhi.The town of Darjeeling is located in the northeastern region of India and is internationally famous for its exquisitely flavored tea. This picturesque town is located at an altitude of 2100 meters surrounded by thick coniferous forests. The region around Darjeeling is covered is dense Rhododendron , magnolia, pine, oak and bamboo forests. A large number of orchids also grow in these forests where the trees are laid thick with moss and the vegetation is lush. The best way to explore this beautiful region is by undertaking a trek to Sandakphu at 3636 metres. This most fascinating route runs along the Singalila ridge, which originates from the mighty Kanchenjunga.

Darjeeling Sandakphu trekking itinerary :

Day 01: Arrive Delhi, where you will be met and transfer to your hotel. (Hotel B&B)

Day 02: Delhi - Bagdogra - Darjeeling: Morning after breakfast transfer to domestic airport to board flight for Bagdogra. Met upon arrival and drive to reach Darjeeling (2134 M) by covering approx. 110 kms in 4 - 5 hrs. The route winds its way through tea estates. There is a narrow gauge railway line running parallel and crisscrossing the road. Darjeeling is called the jewel in the crown. Upon arrival check into hotel for overnight stay.Darjeeling sandakphu trekking briefing with officially arrangements

Day 03: Darjeeling: Morning visit Tiger Hill to see the sunrise and also get the best view of the world's third highest mountain Kanchenjunga and other peaks. On the way back visit Ghoom Monastery Enshrining Maitreyee Buddha. After breakfast proceed for a ride in the famous toy train for half an hour. Visit Botanical Gardens, Observatory Hill, mountaineering institute to know the history and the equipment and used in the first conquest of Mt. Everest by Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norge. Visit Zoological Park to see the Siberian Tigers. Llamas, Himalayan Black Bear and Panda. Visit tea estates and Tibetan Refugee self-help centre for woolen carpet and leather products. Overnight stay in hotel.

Day 04: Darjeeling - Yuksom: Morning after an early breakfast drive to Yuksum (1780 M) by covering approx. 123 kms in 7 hrs. Yuksum is the oldest capital of Sikkim where the first king was consecrated at 1642 A.D. It also has the oldest existing Monastery built during 1700 A.D. Overnight stay in hotel.

Day 05: Yuksom - Bakhim (Trek): Morning after breakfast start the first leg of trekking to reach Bhakim (3035 m) by covering approx. 13 kms in 4 hrs. The track is a Gradual Ascent and descent through the dense Verdant semi-tropical forest following the Pairag Chu. Overnight stay in trekkers hut / camp.

Day 06: Bakhim - Dzongri (Trek): Morning after breakfast start trekking to reach Dzongri (4030 m) along a well marked track by covering approx. 12 kms in 4 hrs. Initially the track climbs steeply. But as the track is through fascinating Rhododendron bushes running riot with color, one may no feel the climb. Arrive at Dzongri. Overnight stay in trekkers hut / camp.Book this Darjeeling Sikkim Trekking Tour

Day 07: Dzongri: Full day at leisure to rest at Dzongri.

Day 08: Dzongri - Thangsing (Trek): Morning after breakfast start trekking to reach Thangsing (3800 m) by covering approx. 8 kms in 3 hrs. One can have Fantastic view of Mt. Kanchenjunga. Mt. Pandim, Mt. Kabri etc. From the Dzongri pass. Continue to reach Thangsing. Overnight stay in trekkers hut / camp.Trekkers Relaxing in Camps

Day 09: Thangsing - Simiti Lake (Trek): Morning after breakfast start trekking to reach Simiti lake (4200 m) by covering approx. 8 kms in 3 hrs. Simiti is one of the high altitude fresh water lakes found in the Bosom of mighty Himalayan ranges. This is also considered a very sacred lake. Arrive and camp by the side of the lake.

Day 10: Simiti Lake - Gochala - Thangsing (Trek): Morning after breakfast start trekking to reach Gochala (5000 m) by covering approx. 14 kms in 5 hrs. From the pass one can see the lofty and majestic Mt. Kanchenjunga, Mt. Kabru and Kabru Dome etc. Retrace the route back to Thanhsing. Overnight stay in trekkers hut / camp.

Day 11: Thangsing - Tsoka (Trek): Morning after breakfast start trekking to reach Tsoka (3710 m) in about 5 - 6 hrs. The trek winds its way down upto Phedong, the start of the Rhododendron trail. Overnight stay in trekkers hut / tents.

Day 12: Tsoka - Yuksom (Trek): Morning after breakfast start trekking to reach Yuksum by covering approx. 5 kms in 2 hrs. Rest of the day free to visit the oldest monastery and the surrounding area. Overnight stay in hotel.

Day 13: Yuksom - Pemayangtse - Gangtok (Jeep): Morning after breakfast drive to Pemayangste (2085 m) by covering approx. 30 kms in 1 hr. Pemayangtse is one of the oldest and important Monasteries in Sikkim. Visit the Monastery, proceed to reach Gangtok (1810 m) by covering approx. 110 kms in 5 hrs. Arrive Gangtok and check into hotel for overnight stay.

Day 14: Gangtok - Kalimpong (Jeep/Car): Morning after breakfast leave for excursion to Rumtek monastery, enroute visit the Institute of Tibetology. Proceed to Kalimpong. Short visit of Kalimpong. Overnight stay in hotel.

Day 15: Kalimpong - Bagdogra / Delhi (Car/Flight): Early morning, transfer to Bagdogra airport in time to board flight for Delhi. Arrive Delhi, met upon arrival and transfer to hotel for overnight stay.

Day 16: Delhi - Onward destination: Full day sight-seeing tour of Old and New Delhi. Await transfer to international airport for flight to onward destination.

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Service includes :-

Airport pick up and transfer to hotel.
Delhi to Bagdora to Delhi overland transportation service by train,
Airport pick up & drop including all necessary transportation
need and clean good category hotels Accommodation in Darjeeling, Gangtok & Yuksom with Bed & Breakfast (CP Basis).
Trekking support with trekking guide, cook, potters, yaks, trekking accommodation with meals & beverages
services for Darjeeling Sandakphu trekking permit
Khangchendzonga National Park fees & other necessary services.
While on trek we will provide you Dome/Alpine trekking tents on twin sharing basis, Camping mattresses, camping stool, table, kitchen tent etc.
Trekking porter /sherpa who will carry your bag pack during the trekking.(two person will get one trekking sherpa/ porter)
All program as mentioned in itinerary
Overland transportation
Trekking guide both way flight ticket
Insurance for staff. ( Trekking guide, and porters)
Guide and porter fares and taxes.Government Tax and office service charge.
Airport drop

Service Excludes:-

Expenses of personal nature such as laundry, telephone, alcohol and personal insurance however covers immediate medical facilities
extra expenses due to unforeseen circumstances such as landslide/strike/accidents/natural calamities, Ropeway,
Airfare Ticket, internal flight,
Himalayan toy train ride in Darjeeling, tips etc.
International flight ticket
High risk medical insurance
Alcoholic beverage and telephone calls
Soft drinks such as cola, mineral water
Emergency rescue evacuation if needed
Purely personal nature expenses
Tipping /Tips(Tipping is Expected).