- 01. Name of the Trek : Sikkim Kanchendzonga Trek
- 02. Destination : Multiple
- 03. Minimum number of Guests for the Trek : 4
- 04. Maximum number of Guests for the Trek : 30
- 05. Tour Origin : Gangtok
- 06. Tour Concludes at : Gangtok
- 07. Base Camp (Town / City) : Multiple
- 08. A Brief :
At first through luxuriant rhododendrons, pines, spruces and giants magnolia forests, then through green meadows and yak pastures, this trek leads us towards west Sikkim along the Indo-Nepal border. Along the moraines of the Onglakhing Glacier and sacred Samiti Lake, the climb to Gocha la Pass, the highlight of this magnificent trek, one can savour the breathtaking scenery of the Talung Glacier and the impressive east face of the third highest summit in the world, the mighty 8586-meter-high Kanchenjunga surrounded by the 6679-meter-high Rathong, 7338-meter-high Kabru, 7349-meter-high Talung to the south, and 7365-meter-high Kirat Chuli and 7123-meter-high Pyramid Peak to the north. The way back via a recently opened path, goes through lush green jungles overgrown with lianas and orchids. Itinerary (Chewabhanjang - Kunchenjunga Trek): Grade: Tough, Time: March-April, Duration: 21days, Average walking time: 5-6 hours per day.
- Itinerary in Detail :
- Day1- (Gangtok-Pemayangtse) Morning proceed by road Pemayangtse Monastery which in located at an altitude of 2080 meters, one of the oldest and most impressive gompas in Sikkim. Spend the day breathing the beautiful clear mountain air and exploring the town. Overnight at the hotel.
- Day2- (Pemayangtse-Uttarey) Morning proceed by jeep to Uttarey, a small village located at an altitude of 1960 meters near the Nepali border.
- Day3- (Uttarey-Chewabhanjang) Morning start trekking, a steady climb up as we trek towards the international border of Sikkim and Nepal. We follow a good trail, heading through dense rhododendron forest towards Chewachanjang. A moderately tough five-hour walk, one reaches an altitude of 3200 meters. Set up camp for the night. Rest of the day free for relaxation. Overnight at the camp.
- Day4- (Chewabhanjang-Dhor) Morning continuing on the same route from Chewabhanjang towards Dhor, one climbs higher to an altitude of 3750 meters. A steep climb, this route is not for the fainthearted; but for the gutsy, this route is rewarding enough with spectacular views on both sides of the ridge. One crosses the Indo-Nepal border several times but the movements are limited to the top of the ridge due the rhododendron forest, as there is simply no way down on either side, so dense is the rhododendron forest! After a seven-hour walk along the ridge, one reaches Dhor at an altitude of 3750 meters where the camp is set up. Overnight at the camp.
- Day5- (Dhor-PahareyMegu) Further on the same trek route, the trekkers are further rewarded with even more spectacular views of the mountains ahead. Follow along the ridge on a path which once again switches between India and Nepal along the ridge with many short ascents and descents. After five hours of walking with altitudes reaching 3900 meters, one reaches Paharey Megu. Camp set up on open grazing meadows. Overnight at the camp at Paharey Megu.
- Day6- (PahareyMegu-Daphela Pass) Morning proceed towards Daphe la Pass in a steady climb on the west side of the ridge. The terrain becomes more open as we follow a wide valley, turning east, in the direction of a large waterfall. Camp just before Daphe la Pass by the holy lakes on the west side at an altitude of 4100 meters. Overnight at the camp.
- Day7- (Camp before Daphe Pass-Daphe Pass-Gomathang) Morning proceed on one of the most beautiful walks of the trek, as the trail crosses a high mountain pass at an altitude of 4450 meters offering spectacular views of the high mountains of Sikkim to the north including Kangchenjunga (8585 meters), Kabru (7317 meters) and Pandim (6691 meters). The trail initially follows an easy trail, which skirts the edge of two lakes surrounded by prayer flags and then a steep zigzag path that climbs to the pass. The walk down to the valley floor follows an easy trail across open slopes and then goes down through the pine and juniper forest to reach Gomathang at an altitude of 3750 meters where the camp is set up for the night. Total time walked is about five hours. Overnight at the camp.
- Day8- (Gomathang-Panding) Morning follow the trail leading through the rhododendron forests making it an easy day. After Yangshep, which is at an altitude of 3900 meters, we follow a steep path up to Panding of 4200 meters in approximately six hours. Set up camp at Panding. Rest of the day for relaxation. Overnight at the camp.
- Day9- (Panding-Dzongri) Continuing on the trail of the previous day, head towards the northeast, descending to a river we cross on a plank bridge. We then start the climb to Dzongri at an altitude of 4020 meters after a five-hour trek. Set up camp at Dzongri. Rest of the day for rest. Overnight at the camp.
- Day10- (Dzongri-Thanshing) Descend through rhododendron forest towards the glacial Prek River. It usually takes four hours. Establish the campsite on the grassy pastures of Thanshing at an altitude of 3930 meters. The southern ridge of Kanchenjunga and the Onglakhing Glacier are visible directly ahead and there are close-up views of Pandim. The rest of the day for relaxation and relishing the views witnessed by so few. Overnight at the camp.
- Day11- (Thanshing-SamityLake) Proceed on a pleasant three-hour hike below the west side of Pandim through the dwarf azaleas and rhododendrons to Zemathang. Walk on the Onglakhing Glacier and climb up to the shores of the Samiti Lake at an altitude of 4200 meters and reputed to be the sacred source of the Prek River. Ringed by prayer flags, the lake reflects Forked Peak, Kabru North, Gocha Peak and other snow-capped peaks surrounding it. Set up camp on the shores of the Samiti Lake. Rest of the day for relaxation and enjoying the views of the surrounding areas. Overnight at the camp.
- Day12- (SamityLake-GoechalaPass-Thansing) Due to a long route to be covered today, start early morning as fog and clouds descend on to the pass shortly after sunrise. The track to the Goecha la Pass climbs steeply through the moraines to the altitude of 4940 meters after a walk of seven hours. From the pass, which is ringed with colourful prayer flags, we can see the mighty Kanchenjunga in all its glory, and beyond that, the Talung Glacier. Set up camp at Thanshing. Overnight at the camp for a well-deserved rest.
- Day13- (Thansing-LamPokhari) After a steep descent, the trail climbs through alpine areas and passes tiny lakes to reach Lam Pokhari after a five-hour trek. Lam Pokhari is at an altitude of 4230 meters. Set up camp and relish in the quiet surroundings of the lakes. Overnight at the camp.
- Day14- (LamPokhari-KasturilaPass-KasturiOdar) A steep ascent leads to the Kasturi la Pass which is crossed at an altitude of 4500 meters from where the descent begins through a luxuriant tropical forest. A beautiful six-hour walk brings one to the 3500-meter-high Kasturi Odar where the camp is set up. Overnight at the camp.
- Day15- (KasturiOdar-Labdang) The trail today takes one through the half light of the undergrowth, through a dense forest, where lianas tangle and moss and orchids hide tree trunks. The trail brings on to the 2000-meter Labdang after a six-hour walk. Setting up camp amidst the thick foliage here is an experience only a few have experienced. Overnight at the camp.
- Day16- (Labdang-Tashiding) A leisurely walk in an atmosphere becoming more humid and heavier as we approach the lower reaches towards Tashiding in five hours. Tashiding lies at a height of 1740 meters above mean sea level. Set up camp at Tashiding and relax. Overnight at the camp.
- Day17- (Tashiding-Martam) Morning visit Tashiding Monastery, which is one of the most isolated monasteries in Sikkim, perched on a hilltop and set between two rivers. Afternoon proceed towards Martam by car which takes about four hours. Walk around the town on arrival and relax. Proceed to Gangtok.
- Trek Cost Includes:
- *Accommodation on full board basis.
- *All internal transport in Sikkim.
- *Gear package including Kit bag max 15kg per person.
- *Gear Package include kit bag, sleeping Bag, down jacket and insulated mat while trekking.
- *Trek = tented camp with the services of our trek crew, camping equipment.
- *Services of a professional guide and trekking staff.
- *Porters Dzo or Horse to carry all gear max 20Kg for Porters and 50Kg for Pack Animals.
- *Food Includes 1-Bed Tea. 2-Break Fast.3-Lunch Both Pack and Hot Lunch.4-Tea and Snacks.5-Soup, Dinner and Deserts every Day during the Trek and at Lachen / Lachung. We serve Indian, Chinese, Continental and sikkimese dishes.
- *All First Aid and High Altitude Medicine For the trek.
- *Complementary souvenirs from Sikkim.
- *All trekking fees and local permits.
- Trek Cost Does Not Include:
- *Items of a personal nature such as phone calls, laundry etc.
- *Personal expenses like, tea, beverages, alcoholic drinks, telephone calls, tips and gratuities.
- *Medicare & insurance (Clients should have an all inclusive insurance policy that soul cover medical, emergency evacuations, baggage loss or damage, etc).
- *Additional services not mentioned above in the included clause Tips.
- *Travel Insurance.
- *Please note, that costs quoted are as per the above package and there will be no refunds for services not utilized for any reasons whatsoever.
- 09. Our Speciality : Best hygienic food, professionally trained guides,
porters and staff.
- 10. Costing (Per Head Per Day) :
| Itinerary | 2 Pax Only | 4 Pax Only | 5-10 Pax | 10 +Pax | Book Trek |
| Long Haul Treks | N/A | 4000.00 | 3375.00 | 2250.00 | Book Now |
- 11. Terms and Conditions :
The company reserves the right to cancel any trek
without assigning any reason whatsoever, however in
such cases 100% refund will be made immediately.
Guests with critical illnesses, children and elderly
are advised to consult their doctor before undertaking
any trekking activity. Completing the trek upto
destination point is not a guarantee from our side;
it will depend upon stamina and endurance of guests.
- 12. Government Rules and Regulations :
Inner Line Permits (ILP) are required by foreign
tourists to enter Sikkim. Permits are available at
all Indian Consulates in the home countries and at
Sikkim Tourism Offices in Delhi, Kolkata and Siliguri.
They are also available upon entry at Rangpo Check post.
Indian tourists also need to carry an identity proof
document viz. Passport / Voter ID / Driving License /
PAN Card / Govt. ID card etc. Restricted Area Permits (RAP)
is required to by all tourists to enter certain border
areas within Sikkim. These are available at Mangan
and Gangtok.
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