Sikkim - The Singalila Ridge - CONTACT US
16 days - A splendid trek along the India / Nepal border - Atmospheric hotels from the days of the British Raj - Darjeeling and Gangtok - Unbeatable mountain views
Sandwiched between Nepal and Bhutan, the ancient kingdom of Sikkim is one of the least-visited of the Himalayan lands and remains charmingly unspoiled. This very special 2-week Sikkimese adventure combines a delightful 6-day walk with visits to a number of enthralling towns and monasteries. After a day's sightseeing in Darjeeling, our trek follows the crest of the Singalila Ridge, a prominent spur of high ground which runs south from the towering presence of Kangchenjunga (8586m.), the world's third highest peak. Forming a natural border between Nepal and India, this ridge is renowned as being one of the most scenically rewarding in the entire Himalaya, with views of Kangchenjunga, Makalu, Everest and Lhotse. Including a visit to the Sikkimese capital of Gangtok, this extraordinary and very popular holiday offers both a relaxing high mountain trek and a brilliant cultural experience.
DURATION: 7 nights hotels, 6 nights camping, 6 days EASY trekking, max. altitude - 3500m.
All meals included.
Brief Trip Outline & Notes
Day 1. Depart UK and and arrive Delhi late evening. Transfer to the Imperial Hotel. (Land only clients join at hotel).
Day 2. Free day in Delhi. Imperial Hotel.
Day 3-4. Fly to Bagdogra. Drive to Darjeeling and check in at the Windermere Hotel. Free day in Darjeeling.
Days 5. Drive to Maneybhanjang and trek to Tonglu.
Day 6-10. Trekking on the Singalila Ridge. Our high point is at Sandakphu (3640m). Drive to Pemayangste.
Day 11. Free day at Pemayangste - Norbugang Resort.
Day 12-13. Drive to Kalimpong - free day.
Day 14. Drive to Bagdogra and fly to Delhi. Use of day rooms at the Imperial. Evening check-in for return flight to UK.
(Land only clients depart).
Day 15. Arrive UK.
