Darjeeling Singalila Sandakphu Circuit Trek

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Bagdogra, India

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9 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Sandakphu or Sandakpur is a mountain peak in the Singalila Ridge on the border between India and Nepal. It is the highest point of the ridge and the state of West Bengal, India. The peak is located at the edge of the Singalila National Park and has a small village on the summit with a few hotels.

All itineraries are sample itineraries, intended to give you a general idea of the likely trip schedule. Numerous factors such as weather, road conditions, the physical ability of the participants etc. may dictate itinerary changes either before the tour or while on the trail. We reserve the right to change any schedule in the interest of the trip participants’ safety, comfort & general well being.

What's Included

Trekking Permits, Singalilla Fees, Entrance fees & Medical kit.
Transport facility with Private LUXURY vehicle
Darjeeling Hotel 3*Accommodation in double/Twin sharing with MAPAI Plan & Lunch at Local Restaurant.
GST (Goods and Services Tax)
01 Bottle Mineral Water & Juice will be provided to each person everyday.
Lunch (Optional[7])
Lunch
Dinner (Optional[8])
Dinner
Breakfast (Optional[8])
Breakfast
Nights Stay in Camp while on Trek.
01 English Speaking tour cum trek Guide & Assistant.
Service of trekking chef, helper/ trekking staffs / Sherpa / Jo + Jo man, Trekking Equipment.
Anything that is not mentioned in the INCLUSION.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We shall provide the Driver's Name & number along with Car details once the tour date is confirmed.

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Meeting point
You can choose from multiple locations at checkout.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 9 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Arrival: Bagdogra airport - Darjeeling

    1 stop
  • 1
    Darjeeling

    Arrival at Bagdogra Airport. Meet our representative and drive towards Darjeeling (approx. 80 km & 03 hours drive). Darjeeling, one of the most beautiful hill stations is generally called the “Queens of the hills”. It has all attributes of a queen like glamour and beauty of evergreen hills around, green tea gardens at her feet and Mt. Kanchenjunga as her crown. In Sanskrit, Durjaya linga means “Shiva of invincible power who rules the Himalayas”. Darjeeling is northern district of West Bengal, which shares its border with Sikkim in the north, Nepal in the west, Bhutan in the east and Bangladesh and plains of Bengal in the south. On arrival, check-in to hotel & Evening you can visit famous Darjeeling Mall Road (MR) for shopping or leisure. Overnight stay will be at Darjeeling.

    3 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 2

    Explore Darjeeling

    1 stop
  • 2
    Darjeeling

    Early morning (@04:00AM), drive to the Tiger hill. Situated at an altitude of 8442 ft. Tiger hill has earned international fame for the magnificent view of the sunrise. The majestic peak Kanchenjunga (8596 mtrs) rears up flanked by Mt.Kabru and Mt Pandim to the far left are Everest, Makalu and Lhotse. Other peaks visible from here are Mt. Jano, Mt. Nar sing, Mt. Frey peak, Mt. Sinolchu etc. After Tiger Hill, visit Yiga Choling Monastery of Ghoom & back to hotel. After breakfast visit Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, P.N. Zoological Park (Thursday closed), Tibetan Refugee Self Help Center and then Tea Garden (Happy Valley). Evening free for Local market Overnight at Darjeeling.

    7 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 3

    Darjeeling - Gurdum

    1 stop
  • 3
    Rimbick

    After breakfast drive to Srikhola (90 Km) and hike to Gurdum (07 Km). Is the starting point for Sandakphu Trek Overnight stay will be at Gurdum.

    7 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 4

    Gurdum - Sandakphu (Chandu)

    1 stop
  • 4
    Sandakphu

    After breakfast trek to Sandakphu. It’s a fairly tough but rewarding day as we finish our ascent to the Singalila Ridge. The trail climbs steeply in places until we emerge at a forest clearing. From here, it undulates through rhododendron forest to the ridge top at Sandakphu 11,929ft. the highest point of our trek. On a clear day, the climb is well worth the effort as we are rewarded with a magnificent Himalayan panorama. The views from here are truly amazing – the towering slopes of Kanchenjunga lie ahead and Everest, Lhotse and Makalu come into view in the distance. After lunch at Sandakphu, it is a gradual walk on a rough jeep track to our camp at Chandu. Accommodation: camp – sleeping altitude: 11,715ft.

    6 hours • Admission ticket included
    • Day 5

    Sandakphu (Chandu) - Sabargam

    1 stop
  • 5

    After breakfast, trek to Sabargam Walk along the Singalila Ridge between India and Nepal Pass through chestnut, oak, and silver fir forests Enjoy panoramic Himalayan views throughout the day Observe rhododendrons and primulas in spring. Camp overnight at Sabargam at 11,601 feet.

    4 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 6

    Sabargam - Phalut

    1 stop
  • 6

    After breakfast, trek to Phalut (approximately 9 kilometers) Walk along an undulating ridge trail Enjoy close views of Kanchenjunga and distant views of Everest range Reach Phalut at 11,810 feet Visit the nearby viewpoint surrounded by Himalayan peaks. Camp overnight at Phalut.

    4 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 7

    Phalut - Gorkhey

    1 stop
  • 7
    Rimbick

    After breakfast, We enjoy a full day of trekking along an undulating trail to the end of the ridge at Gorkhey, where we descend to Gorkhey (approx. 15 kms). The trail down to Gorkhey is glorious and takes us through forests of oak, conifers, pine and rhododendrons, an explosion of colour in spring. Sleeping altitude: 8,135ft. Overnight stay will be at Gorkhey.

    6 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 8

    Gorkhey to Darjeeling

    1 stop
  • 8
    Darjeeling Mall

    Today would be the last day of your trek you will walk from Gorkhey to Srikhola. En-route you shall pass through quaint hamlets and their farmlands. Upon arrival in Srikhola. After Lunch transfer to Darjeeling by car (approx. 90 km). On arrival, check-in to hotel & rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay will be at Darjeeling.

    6 hours • Admission ticket included
    • Day 9

    Departure: Darjeeling - Bagdogra airport

    1 stop
  • 9
    Bagdogra

    After breakfast, Check out from hotel & transfer to Bagdogra (IXB) Airport (approx. 80 km & 03 hours drive).

    4 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

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