04 Nights 05 Days Sandakphu (Darjeeling) Trek

Max Elevation: 3636 m Grade: Moderate Season : Mar-May and Mid Sep to Dec This trek climbs steeply from the road head at Dhotrey, for three days to reach the Sandakphu Enroute there are the lovely forests of the Singelila National Park, and the view point of Tonglu. From Sandakphu there are breathtaking views of the Khanchendzonga Range towering over a basin of silver firs and Rhododendrons, in the foreground. In the West the peaks of the Mount Everest group are visible, whilst on t Trek tour starts & ends at Darjeeling. Day 01: Darjeeling -Dhotrey- Trek to (Tonglu 3070 m)-Tumling,(Nepal) 3000m

After an early breakfast, set off by jeep, on a 30 kms, 2.30 hrs drive through the Himalayan foothills to the small village of Dhotrey, this is the end of the tarmac road and the start of a 1500 meter climb up onto the Singalila Ridge. Today you will trek up to the Tonglu Ridge, and reach your destination for the day - Tumling, in 2.30 hrs. It is a hard first days climb.Slow and steady pace over the 6-7 kms overnight at either Tumling in a comfortable private lodge. Day 02: Trek Tumling -Garibas, 2621 Mtrs Kal pokhri 3081 Mtrs.

Rise early for a sunrise view from Tumling. Weather permitting will get a fabulous views Mt.Kanchendzonga 3rd highest mountain in the world, Everest range (Unfortunately the Mt. Everest is blocked by Sandakphu ) Kalapokhri & Singalila range return to lodge for breakfast. After breakfast, take the trail through the Singalila National Park. Mature forests, cascading streams and wild flowers, are a delight to the senses. A leisurely downhill walk to Gairibas. Continue trekking to Kal Pokhri,(Black Pond) 3081 m. Overnight at comfortable private lodge.

Day 03: Kal Pokhri, 3081 - Sandakphu, 3636 Mtrs.Today is a hard days trekking It is quite a steep climb to Sandakphu and there are no doubt likely to feel the effects of the thinner air as climb over 3000 meters for thefirsttime. However, there is plenty to distract the mind, as rewarded with remarkable panoramic views of Khangchendzonga, Makalu, Everest, Lhotse and the other, lesser peaks of Sikkim ,eastern Nepal and Bhutan. The very steep 6 kms trek will take 2 1/2 -3 hrs. If the weather is clear, there are remarkable sunset and sunrise views from Sandakphu, of Mt.Everest,Makalu,Lhotse(Nepal) Mr. Kanchendzonga range of Sikkim and Bhutan peak.Overnight in trekkers huts / private Lodge.

Day 04: Sandakphu, 3636m Srikhola, 1800m Awake early for breathtaking sunrise views of the great peaks. After breakfast trek down through deep forests to the bottom of the valley and scenic Srikhola a mountain stream. It is a very steep descent for 1 Kms, and will take about 06 hours. Overnight another private lodge or trekkers hut.

Day 05: Srikhola, 1800m Rimbik, 2286m

After breakfast continue the trek to Rimbik a picturesque mountain village. You ascent gradually, to 2286m. on a 7 Kms ltrail. The last days trek will take about 2-3 hrs. TREK ENDS Upon arrival at Rimbik drive back to Darjeeling 68 Kms, 4.30 hrs,.

Please note : 1) During trek meals will be vegetarian and eggs. 2) At lodges they provide regular beds like : cotton mattress, quilt, blankets and pillows. 3) Most of the lodges do not have attached toilet.