SANDAKPHU TREK
Oct 7 - 12
Bhagdogra ( IXB )
Mountain huts
6 days
All meals
7-10
SHORT ITINERARY :
Today we meet our team at airport and move towards Jaubhari by 1 pm. It is advisable to have lunch at the airport itself .
We will stop for some tea as we approach darjeeling. Once we are at Jaubhari, you will be briefed about the entire trek , the facilities available and about all Do's and Don'ts on the trail. Your Sandakphu trek starts tomorrow.
DID YOU KNOW?
Out of the few Rhododendron treks in India, Sandakphu trek carried out in the northern part of West Bengal is a beacon of beautiful trails that are covered by rhododendrons in the spring.
DID YOU KNOW?
A bean-shaped black lake that is circumambulated by fluttering Buddhist flags is another highlight of your Sandakphu trek. It is rumored that even in really low temperatures the lake does not freeze. This lends it a strange charm, an air of mystery even.
Todays evening trek is short but its the most rewarding too.
You will be reaching your highest point of your Sandakphu trek.
DID YOU KNOW?
At Sandakphu, to the west lies Makalu, Lhotse, Everest, Nuptse, Baruntse, Chamling, Chomolonzo, Machapuchare and other peaks of Annapurna range. To the north, Sleeping Buddha and three sister peaks. To the east, Chomolhari. What more could a trek offer!
Today is only 12km but this is going to be your toughest day . We will be having packed lunch today.
Infact this is the only day you would get to eat your meal outside with the wide view of kanchenjunga peak in your Sandakphu trek
Today is going to be your shortest and most scenic day in the trek : 10km , but it won't feel like that as the terrain keeps changing and it's mostly wide. Phalut stay is basic and you get closer to sleeping buddha today.
DID YOU KNOW?
The only trek that allows you the privilege of living in mountain huts.
The day of hot bath is here. Today you reach back to network ( Airtel , no internet ) . You will be trekking 15km today but its mostly descent , so need not worry.
Today you will pass through different villages, couple of rivers and also through think jungle.
we will reach the roadhead for lunch and start our trip back to Siliguri. Your Sandakphu trek ends today and no more walking from this afternoon.
DID YOU KNOW?
If you would love the mountainous air with a gentle smell, come down in the spring. Mountain trails through forests showcase blooming flowers all along. Spot magnificent magnolias blooming all along the trail from Chitre to Meghma.
Today we depart to see you again in another trip/ trek. This transfer and stay in the city is not included . Ola is available and good hotels too.
Whenever i have free time naturally i start to imagine about travelling and mountains. Last year i did my first trekking trip to sandakphu with 9-10 other members with the brand ONE in the orange jacket (Vyshakh Nair the trekk leader). I would say this was a special trek for me as i enjoyed the trek since i arrived at the airport where the whole group met and i think lot of credit goes to the group leader or the brand as Vyshakh has some special skills to connect to the group members and how all members feel comfortable and connect well.
As i said earlier i have actually enjoyed the whole trek but to be specific I'll choose first day at sandakphu when we did a small hike to see the sunset. That's really something stuck in my mind as it was first time i felt i am really close to the nature. That was an amazing experience as we were above clouds and experiencing the sunset from this beautiful place.
If i think about trekking there's only one brand which comes to my mind. Would love to do 1 trek every year.
GROUP TRIP DATES:
FLIGHTS CONSIDERATION :
Onwards : Before 12 pm ( IXB, Baghdogra )
Outwards : After 10 am
Rs. 17,500 / person
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Most people come alone for my trips. About 25% of the people bring a friend or partner.Honestly It really doesn't matter. I have seen on all the batches I have lead. Most people really gel with everyone, even the ones who thought wouldn't gel up, surprise themselves always with the way they got comfortable with everyone.
Each trek/ trip is rated according to the number of days we spend outdoors . If you aren't sure where to start, go with an easy trip or trek.
For trips,
I dreamed of trips where we could go out hike , get exhausted , come back to hotel and have a great evening. This is exactly why some of my trips have Day hikes in it. It is a perfect chance for people who have never hiked in their entire life. Don't worry, We are there :).
For treks,
you can start with Sandhakphu or Chandrashila . You can also benchmark yourself for the treks.
If you have never done a high altitude trek, then start with a easy or Easy- moderate trek. That way you will understand how your body reacts to high altitude and you can check you cardio strength too.
Usually, most batch sizes are between 12-20 people who are aged between 16-38. Most people come alone or with a friend. The trip would feel like you are travelling more with college friends than strangers. We tend to do more outdoorsy things than regular trips .
For example : If we find a very pretty waterfall/ a beautiful sunset / Rainbow on the way. We would stop the vehicle right away to catch the beauty of it.
We usually sleep very late on these trips as we play a lot of group games and most people feel they will miss the precious time with the group members and decides to stay awake.
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