19-Day Sandakphu and Goecha La Trek with Darjeeling and Sikkim

19 Days Duration

Experiences

About This Tour

Embark on an unforgettable 19-day Himalayan journey through West Bengal and Sikkim, combining the Sandakphu and Goecha La treks with time in Darjeeling and key...

Duration: 19 Days · Tour type: Shared · Activity level: Hard · Accommodation: Not included · Transport: Not included · Wheelchair access: No · Cities: Darjeeling, Kangchenjunga, Gangtok, Pelling, Yuksom · Languages: English, Hindi, Nepali

About Kangchenjunga

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Kangchenjunga

Kangchenjunga dominates the landscapes from Darjeeling to the Tibetan Plateau. The world’s third highest peak, local guides here offer glimpses of the Zemu Glacier and access to Goecha La trails.

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What's Included

Experienced and licensed English-speaking guide
Necessary permits and entrance fees

Not Included

Meals and drinks
Personal expenses
Travel insurance
International flights

Itinerary

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Day 01

Arrival at Bagdogra and Drive to Darjeeling

Arrive at Bagdogra Airport and drive (approximately 3-4 hours) through lush tea gardens and winding hill roads to Darjeeling, the "Queen of the Hills." Arrive at Bagdogra Airport and drive (approximately 3-4 hours) through lush tea gardens and winding hill roads to Darjeeling, the "Queen of the Hills."
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Day 02

Darjeeling Sightseeing and Himalayan Views

Visit iconic sites such as Tiger Hill, Batasia Loop, the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, and local tea estates. Visit iconic sites such as Tiger Hill, Batasia Loop, the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, and local tea estates. Enjoy views of Kanchenjunga and the rich British-era charm of the town. Enjoy views of Kanchenjunga and the rich British-era charm of the town.
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Day 03

Drive to Maneybhanjang and Trek to Tonglu

Drive to Maneybhanjang, the entry point to Singalila National Park. Drive to Maneybhanjang, the entry point to Singalila National Park. Begin the trek with a steady climb through forest and villages to Tonglu, which offers superb Himalayan views. Begin the trek with a steady climb through forest and villages to Tonglu, which offers superb Himalayan views.
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Day 04

Trek Through Rhododendron Forests to Gairibas

Trek down through rhododendron forests and along peaceful trails. Trek down through rhododendron forests and along peaceful trails. Stay at Gairibas, a small settlement within Singalila National Park. Stay at Gairibas, a small settlement within Singalila National Park.
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Day 05

Ascent to Sandakphu

Ascend gradually to Sandakphu, the highest point in West Bengal. Ascend gradually to Sandakphu, the highest point in West Bengal. Enjoy panoramic views of Everest, Kanchenjunga, Makalu, and Lhotse. Enjoy panoramic views of Everest, Kanchenjunga, Makalu, and Lhotse.
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Day 06

Ridgeline Hike to Phalut

Hike along a high ridge with stunning 360° mountain views. Hike along a high ridge with stunning 360° mountain views. Phalut offers close-up views of the Sleeping Buddha (Kanchenjunga massif). Phalut offers close-up views of the Sleeping Buddha (Kanchenjunga massif).
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Day 07

Descent to Raman

Descend through dense forest and alpine trails. Descend through dense forest and alpine trails. Overnight at Raman, a quiet forest-side village. Overnight at Raman, a quiet forest-side village.
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Day 08

Final Descent to Rimbik

Make the final descent through forest and farmland to Rimbik, marking the end of the Sandakphu trek. Make the final descent through forest and farmland to Rimbik, marking the end of the Sandakphu trek. Stay in a local guesthouse. Stay in a local guesthouse.
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Day 09

Scenic Drive from Rimbik to Pelling

Enjoy a scenic drive to Pelling, a peaceful Sikkimese town. Enjoy a scenic drive to Pelling, a peaceful Sikkimese town. Rest and take in views of Kanchenjunga. Rest and take in views of Kanchenjunga.
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Day 10

Pemayangtse Monastery Visit and Drive to Yuksam

Visit Pemayangtse Monastery, one of Sikkim's oldest monasteries. Visit Pemayangtse Monastery, one of Sikkim's oldest monasteries. Drive to Yuksam, the starting point for the Goecha La trek. Drive to Yuksam, the starting point for the Goecha La trek.
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Day 11

Trek from Yuksam to Tshoka

Trek through subtropical forest, crossing suspension bridges and waterfalls. Trek through subtropical forest, crossing suspension bridges and waterfalls. Reach Tshoka, a small Tibetan settlement. Reach Tshoka, a small Tibetan settlement.
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Day 12

Steep Climb to Dzongri

Make a steep climb through rhododendron forests. Make a steep climb through rhododendron forests. Reach Dzongri, with wide views of snow-capped peaks. Reach Dzongri, with wide views of snow-capped peaks.
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Day 13

Across Alpine Meadows to Thangshing

Trek across alpine meadows and descend to the Prek Chu river valley. Trek across alpine meadows and descend to the Prek Chu river valley. Camp near Thangshing, surrounded by high mountains. Camp near Thangshing, surrounded by high mountains.
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Day 14

Scenic Trek to Samiti Lake

A short but scenic trek to the turquoise Samiti Lake, a sacred high-altitude lake.
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Day 15

Sunrise Hike to Goecha La Viewpoint

Start early for sunrise views of Kanchenjunga from the Goecha La viewpoint. Start early for sunrise views of Kanchenjunga from the Goecha La viewpoint. Return to Thangshing for overnight rest. Return to Thangshing for overnight rest.
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Day 16

Remote Highland Trek to Lam Pokhari

Cross remote highland terrain to Lam Pokhari, a scenic alpine lake. Cross remote highland terrain to Lam Pokhari, a scenic alpine lake. Camp under the stars. Camp under the stars.
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Day 17

Through Villages and Forest to Tashiding

Trek through remote villages and forest to Labdang, then continue to Tashiding, home to an important monastery.
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Day 18

Drive via Martam to Gangtok

Drive 4 hours to Martam, then continue for 1 hour to Gangtok, the capital of Sikkim. Drive 4 hours to Martam, then continue for 1 hour to Gangtok, the capital of Sikkim. Enjoy modern comforts and cultural sites. Enjoy modern comforts and cultural sites.
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Day 19

Departure from Gangtok to Bagdogra

After breakfast, drive to Bagdogra (4-5 hours) for your departure. After breakfast, drive to Bagdogra (4-5 hours) for your departure. End of an epic Himalayan adventure. End of an epic Himalayan adventure.

Meeting Point

Meeting point: Bagdogra International Airport Road, Bagdogra, West Bengal, India · Tour start: Darjeeling, West Bengal, India — Tour ends at the same location as the start point.