Just two hours from the city, the wonderful path begins. Though not a far drive from the city, the trail seems like it is in the middle of nowhere, as you traverse from ridge to ridge. The scenic Singalila Ridge connects the grand Himalayas of Nepal to India. The highlight of the trek is walking this ridge to Sandakphu (3,636 metres 11,929 feet) the highest point in West Bengal, where you get jaw-dropping views of the highest peaks on the planet. Rise from your peaceful slumber at Sandakphu and make a short climb to a viewpoint. From here, see Mount Everest (8,848 metres), Kanchenjunga (8,586 metres), Lhotse (8,516 metres), and Makalu (8,481 metres) in all their glory. It is truly one of the best if not the best mountain view in India. Where else can you see 4 of the 5 highest peaks in the world in one sweeping view?
On this 6-day adventure, you emerge from a peaceful forest onto an exposed ridge that presents breathtaking views of 4 of the 5 highest mountains in the world. You can’t get a view like this anywhere else. The jungles in the lowland house an array of rare flora and fauna that you never knew existed. Singalila National Park is one of the few places on the planet where you can get a glimpse of the Red Panda. Though there are only known to be about 32 of these elusive critters in the park, you may also spot the Himalayan black bear, leopard, pangolin, wild boar, chinkara, barking deer, and dozens of bird species. You can also expect to hike through verdant forests of bamboo, rhododendron, and oak trees. Few visitors trek in Singalila National Park, so you’ll find peace and quiet on the trail.
Trek Itinerary :
Day 01 : Meet at 6:15 am Ashmita Trek & Tours Office Location Darjeeling Drive to Rimbeek 4 hour and Trek to Gurdum via dense forest trail
Trek Distance: 10 km | Trek Duration: 5.6 hours | Altitude Gain: 2,286 Mt. to 2,438 Mt.
Day 02 : Trek from Gurdum to Sandakphu via Hattitar
Trek Distance : 13 km | Trek Duration : 7 hours | Altitude Gain : 2,438 Mt. to 3,636Mt
Day 03 : Trek from Sandakphu to Phalut via Sabargram
Trek Distance : 21 km | Trek Duration : 7.8 hours | Altitude Descend : 3,636Mt to 3,600 Mt
Day 04 : Trek from Phalut to Gorkhey
Trek Distance: 14 km | Trek Duration: 7 hours | Altitude Descend: 3,600 Mt to 2,346 Mt
Day 05 : Trek from Gokhey to Timburey via Ramam
Trek Distance: 15 km | Trek Duration: 7 hours | Altitude Descend: 2,346 Mt to 1,996 Mt
Day 06 : Trek from Timburey to Srikhola 5km and Drive back to Darjeeling 4 hour.
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