Singalia Trek from Utteray side

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Sikkim's most popular trek takes one to the foot of Mt. Kangchenjunga, the 3rd highest peak in the world. The Singalia Trek in Sikkim is said to cover the political boundary between Nepal and Sikkim. Singalila trek has a barren landscape, which is devoid of any trees and boasts of steep and rocky hills. The folds and grassy meadow of Singalila adds delight to trekking at Singalila. It offers majestic view of the Himalayan Treks.

The Singalila trek of Sikkim starts from Kangchenjunga to the northern plains of Bengal. The Singalila trek of Sikkim is sandwiched between 12,000 feet to14, 000 feet. Moreover, the landscape of the Singalila trek adds delight to trekking at Singalila. It is famous for the subtropical forests, rhododendron forests, and alpine meadows where the hairy yak herds graze in the high valleys surrounded by glaciers and snow. It is also said that the Singalila trek of Sikkim houses a “blissful environment”. It is because, the lakes of the Singalila adds a perfect charm to the atmosphere of this trek.

The trek lies amidst the grandeur of the mountain peaks, lush green valley’s cascading waterfalls and fast flowing rivers, beautiful monasteries and terraced hills. Sikkim offers its visitors a rare and exotic experience.

Most of the dwellings in Sikkim are rustic, consisting of a bamboo frame, woven with pliable bamboo and coated with cow dung, providing a warm interior. In the higher elevations, houses are made of wood. Sikkim is one of the few states in India to receive regular snowfall.

Day 01:

Bagdogra Airport – Gangtok

Arrive at Bagdogra airport/ New Jalpaiguri railway station. From here we will drive to Gangtok, which is the capital of Sikkim. The distance is about 120 kms /4 hrs. Check in and stay overnight in a hotel.

Day 02:

Gangtok Sightseeing

City tour of Gangtok includes the world famous Rumtek Monastery and time for preparing trekking permits etc. - The Enchey monastery is famous and it literally means the solitary temple. Then Rumtek monastery is the largest in Sikkim, and a home to the monk’s community, the place where they perform the sacred rituals and practices of the Karma Kagyu lineage. An overnight stay is at hotel.

Day 03:

Gangtok-Uttery

From Gangtok we will drive to Utteray, which takes 6hrs approximately. Then we get transferred to a hotel or lodge. Overnight stay will be at a hotel or lodge.

Day 04:

Uttery- Chewabhanjyang

Here your trek begins from Utteray to Chewabhanjang. We can stroll there and take a look at the shops. This trek is of around 3144 mts approx. Overnight stay is at camp. (Alt 3144mts approx)

Day 05:

A 3899 mts trek leads us from Chewabhanjang to Dhor. Within the folds of these fragile rocky slopes, one comes across several high altitude lake formations where we can stay in the night at camp.

Day 06:

A trek from Dhor to Sikkim Megu. There are spectacular views on both sides with rare species of rhododendron in bloom (at the right season), and an occasional herd of yaks. We can stay in the night at Camp.

Day 07:

Then start from Sikkim Megu to Dafey Bir trek, which is of 4405 mts approx. Here we can stay in the night at a camp.

Day 08:

On 8th day we will be trekking from Dafey Bir to Gomathang - a trek of 3994mts approx. Glimpse of beauty on this trek can be seen here. Here, we will be staying at a camp in the night.

Day 09:

A Trek from Gomathang to Pangding goes up to 4632 mts approx. This will be the day for exceptional views from this trek. It is a relatively easy day of hiking with gradual descents and ascents.

Day 10:

This trek- 4030 mts approx is from Pangding to Dzongri, from where we can get the closest and Panoramic views of Mt. Kabru, Kokthang, Rathong and Pandim. We can stay in the night at camp. The rhododendrons are the main attraction during April-May.

Day 11:

A Trek from Dzongri to Thangsing - 3800mts approx leads through meadows and valleys while trekking. An overnight stay is in the camp.

Day 11:

From Thangsing to Samiti Lake, we trek 4800mts approx. It is situated at the base of mighty Mt.Pandim. Samiti Lake is a holy lake for the local people and even for the Sikkimese.

Day 13:

This trek takes us to Goechala - The Goecha La trek takes the trekker up-close for a spectacular view of the mighty Kanchenjunga. We will be spell bound by the panoramic views of the umpteen mountains. Get back to Thangsing to stay in the camp at night.

Day 14:

This day we will trek from Thangsing to Tsokha. There is a river called “Pre – chu”. It is forested and has an extra ordinary view which attracts so many visitors. An overnight stay is at the camp.

Day 15:

The last day is of trekking from Tsokha to Yuksom. The trail from Tsokha to Yuksom runs high above the rivers through lush forests. We will visit the oldest monastery and the surrounding areas. At the end of this we will transfer to lodge/hotel.

Price: INR 53040 per person

Group: Min 3

Package Includes:

- Pick up from the Airport / Railway Station

- Breakfasts, lunches and dinners

- Airport transfers

- Group medical kit

- Good quality accommodation

- Trek pack including sleeping bag, down or fiber filled jacket and insulated mat

- Private transportation

- All park entrance fees and trekking permits

- Porters to carry all personal and group equipment

- Sightseeing.