A Remote Route to the World's Third-Highest Mountain
Get up close to Kanchenjunga, the world's third-highest mountain. Begin your epic adventure at Uttarey and ascend Singalila ridge towards Goechala. Enter dense forests of pine and rhododendron trees in rhapsodic bloom, passing prayer flags, yak herders, and local Sherpa villages scattered throughout the valley. A remote route, this trail to Kanchenjunga's ridge does not see many other trekkers. Join the rarified few who have braved the border straddling Nepal, Sikkim, and West Bengal. Take in the majesty of sacred, high-altitude lakes and sunrises with striking Himalayan views.
Get up close to Kanchenjunga, the world's third-highest mountain. Begin your epic adventure at Uttarey and ascend Singalila ridge towards Goechala. Enter dense forests of pine and rhododendron trees in rhapsodic bloom, passing prayer flags, yak herders, and local Sherpa villages scattered throughout the valley. A remote route, this trail to Kanchenjunga's ridge does not see many other trekkers. Join the rarified few who have braved the border straddling Nepal, Sikkim, and West Bengal. Take in the majesty of sacred, high-altitude lakes and sunrises with striking Himalayan views.
Arrive in Delhi late tonight. Your guide will be waiting to greet you and transfer to a nearby airport hotel. Settle into a good night's sleep after a long journey.
Accommodation: Holiday Inn Aerocity
Transportation: 15-minute private van transfer
Fly to Bagdogra & Travel to Darjeeling
Day 2
Transfer to the airport with your trip leader and board a domestic flight to Bagdogra. Travel to Darjeeling by car, while stopping at Kurseong, the "Land of White Orchids" for tea and snacks. Enjoy a welcome dinner in Darjeeling before turning in for the evening.
Accommodation: New Elgin Accommodation: Windamere Accommodation: Mayfair
Transportation: 2.5-hour flight to Bagdogra, 3.5-hour transfer to Darjeeling
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Discover Darjeeling
Day 3
After breakfast, awake in the Darjeeling hills and visit the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (HMI) Everest Museum, established in 1957, the Tibetan Refugee Self-Help Center, and the Happy Valley Tea Estate, where tea is still produced in the traditional way since 1854. Spend the afternoon roaming the bustling alleyways of Darjeeling's colorful bazaars.
Accommodation: New Elgin Accommodation: Windamere Accommodation: Mayfair
Transportation: 35-minute private van transfer
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Drive to Pemayangtse
Day 4
Rise for an early breakfast and set off by jeep for Pemayangtse (7,380'), or "Perfect Sublime Lotus" in northeastern Sikkim. In the late afternoon, take a short walk through the forest to the ruins of Rabdentse. This fort, which was the second capital of Sikkim under Chogyal II, highlights the glorious history of Sikkim. The Nepalese invasion in the 18th century destroyed the palace and capital and only these ruins remain today. Visit Pemayangtse Monastery, the second oldest in Sikkim, built in 1705 by Lama Lhatsun Chempo. Spend the night at a local hotel.
Accommodation: Chumbi Mountain Retreat Accommodation: The Elgin Mount Pandim
Transportation: 3.5-hour private van transfer
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Trek to Archaley
Day 5
After breakfast, take a scenic drive through the tea plantations to Uttarey in west Sikkim. Follow the River Rangeet, which originates in the Himalayas, and embark on your first walk through local Sherpa villages, gradually climbing, then trekking through forests to Thumki. Climb to Uttarpani (8,720') and continue uphill for views of Kanchenjunga and Pandim, setting up camp at Archaley (9,450'), a tranquil meadow surrounded by peaks.
Accommodation: MT Sobek Camp – Kanchenjunga
Activity: 4.5 hours/3 miles hiking with 3,050' elevation gain
Transportation: 3-hour private van transfer
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Camp in Kalizar
Day 6
Begin your morning ascent through rhododendron forests to Hangeypani. Continue uphill before descending to Thulo Dhap. Follow the trail through forests with great mountain vistas, and climb steeply for an hour to Khardak Danda, passing abandoned shepherd huts, and later, to camp at Kalizar (11,320'). Breathe in staggering views of Kumbakarna (25,295'), Koktang (20,170'), Rathong (21,915'), Kabru South (24,000'), Kabru North (24,240'), Talung (24,110'), Kanchenjunga (28,208'), Simvo (22,350') and Pandim (21,950').
Accommodation: MT Sobek Camp – Kanchenjunga
Activity: 5.5 hours/3 miles hiking with 1,870' elevation gain
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Take in Himalayan Views & Climb to Major
Day 7
Get up early and trek to the viewpoint at Phoktey Dara for sweeping sights of Nepal's high Himalaya, including Mera Peak (21,830'), Chamlang (24,010'), Baruntse (23,690'), Nuptse (25,850), Lhotse (28,120'), Makalu (27,825'), Chomolonzo (25,640'), and the Sikkim Himalayas' 3 Sisters, Janu, Kanchenjunga and Pandim. Spot Bhutan in the far distance or the nearby villages dotting the rolling hills. Descend to Chiwabhanjang and climb to your camp at Major (10,790').
Accommodation: MT Sobek Camp – Kanchenjunga
Activity: 4 hours/3 miles hiking with 1,000' elevation loss
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Walk the Ridge Between Sikkim & Nepal
Day 8
Continue on an ancient path past prayer flags at 11,480'. Descend to 10,825' and traverse Sikkim and Nepal while clinging to the narrow ridgetop. The dense rhododendron forests in spring are in full bloom, adding color to this inspired walk. Stop for lunch before heading to camp at Dhor (12,200'). Spend the evening on the Nepal side of the ridge, with a sunset panorama of the iconic peaks of Makalu and Everest.
Accommodation: MT Sobek Camp – Kanchenjunga
Activity: 6 hours/6 miles hiking with 4,090' elevation gain and 2,100' elevation loss
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Watch the Sunrise on Kanchenjunga
Day 9
Wake up early to catch the sunrise on Kanchenjunga, the world's third tallest mountain. Spend the day going uphill and downhill against a stunning backdrop of native flora and fauna, prayer flags, and peaks, before arriving at camp in Paharay Megu (12,895').
Accommodation: MT Sobek Camp – Kanchenjunga
Activity: 5-6 hours/5 miles hiking with 2,250' elevation gain and 1,665' elevation loss
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Visit Sacred Lakes Around Lampokhari
Day 10
Experience closer mountain views today. Follow a wide valley, passing by a waterfall and the holy, emerald boot-shaped lake at Lampokhari, an important pilgrimage site for the Sikkimese who visit during the monsoon months. Begin your ascent along a winding path to Kangla Pass (13,780') and Danfe Bir, taking in the Kanchenjunga and Padim mountains before camping lakeside by Jumlay Pokhari (14,600').
Accommodation: MT Sobek Camp – Kanchenjunga
Activity: 6-7 hours/5 miles hiking with 2,300' elevation gain and 860' elevation loss
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Trek to Yangseb
Day 11
Enjoy sunrise just footsteps from your tent. After breakfast, descend through forests of juniper and pine to Gomathang near the river. Have lunch and climb to camp at Yangseb.
Accommodation: MT Sobek Camp – Kanchenjunga
Activity: 5 hours/5 miles hiking with 2,290' elevation gain and 3,500' elevation loss
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Journey to Panding
Day 12
Trek the hillside and cross a small river, climbing to reach a small pass with views looking back towards the mountains. You've made it this far-soak it all in and head for camp at Panding (14,025').
Accommodation: MT Sobek Camp – Kanchenjunga
Activity: 5 hours/3 miles hiking with 2,370' elevation gain and 1,300' elevation loss
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Cross Tegyapla Pass & onto Dzongri
Day 13
Head to Tegyapla and its ancient shepherds' huts, crossing the river to climb to Tegyapla Pass (14,270'). Descend to Shabchu stream, and gradually ascend to the expansive meadows of Chaurikhang (13,520') and Dzongri.
Accommodation: MT Sobek Camp – Kanchenjunga
Activity: 6 hours/7 miles hiking with 984' elevation gain and 2,132' elevation loss
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Rest Day at Dzongri
Day 14
Spend a leisurely day among alpine meadows as you acclimate to the elevation. Relax at camp surrounded by snow-capped mountain peaks or explore on a light hike.
Accommodation: MT Sobek Camp – Kanchenjunga
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Descend to the Praig Chu & Camp at Lamune
Day 15
Set off early for a majestic sunrise on Kanchenjunga and the neighboring peaks of Rathong (21,925'), Kokthang (20,180'), Kabru Dome (21,670') and Forked Peak (20,060'). Follow a scenic ridge and descend down for lunch along the banks of the glacial Praig Chu. Climb to Thangsing, an open campsite with the southern ridge of Kanchenjunga, the Oglathang Glacier and Pandim directly in view. Walk to camp at Lamune (13,660'), the thrill of towering peaks looming overhead.
Accommodation: MT Sobek Camp – Kanchenjunga
Activity: 6-7 hours/7 miles hiking with 2,625' elevation gain and 2,175' elevation loss
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
View the Eastern Wall of Kanchenjunga & Camp at Thangsing
Day 16
Head out early for Samiti Pokhari, a sacred lake surrounded by snow-capped peaks. Climb to see the sunrise again on Kanchenjunga, every angle anew. Follow the lake and ascend a series of moraine ridges on the eastern edge of the Oglathang Glacier. View the stunning eastern wall of Kanchenjunga, including five principle summits of the massif and the stunning Kabru and Rathong peaks. Return to camp and continue descending to reach Thangsing.
Accommodation: MT Sobek Camp – Kanchenjunga
Activity: 6-7 hours/7 miles hiking with 1,425' elevation gain and 2,205' elevation loss
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Descend to Tsokha
Day 17
Backtrack on your journey where you'll take another return route, towards the quaint Tsokha in Sikkim, descending through forests of tall rhododendrons and magnolias.
Accommodation: MT Sobek Camp – Kanchenjunga
Activity: 6 hours/7 miles hiking with 1,200' elevation gain and 4,500' elevation loss
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
End your Trek in Yuksom
Day 18
Continue downhill through forest trails and rhododendrons to the historical town of Yuksom, where the first king of Sikkim was coronated. Walk to Dubde Monastery, or visit the sacred, serene lake. Overnight in a local hotel.
Accommodation: Tashigang Hotel
Activity: 5 hours/7.5 miles hiking with 1,960' elevation gain and 5,900' elevation loss
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Drive to Kalimpong
Day 19
In the morning, drive to Kalimpong in the Himalayn foothills above the Teesta River. An important trading hub among Tibet, Bhutan and Sikkim, Kalimpong is home to colonial-style buildings, landscaped gardens and sacred Buddhist scriptures. Spend the evening regaling your fellow trekkers with sights and stories at a farewell dinner to conclude your epic tour of Sikkim and the Kanchenjunga ridge.
Accommodation: The Elgin Silver Oaks Accommodation: Mayfair Himalayan Spa Resort
Transportation: 5.5-hour private van transfer
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Drive to Bagdogra & Fly to Delhi
Day 20
Transfer to Bagdogra and board a flight to Delhi for connection to departing international flights.
Transportation: 3-hour private van transfer & flight to Delhi
Dreaming of an adventure designed exclusively for you? With insider access and decades of experience, our travel experts create custom tailored adventures that are perfect for families, couples, and large groups. MT Sobek's custom adventures are designed to our exacting standards and led by our award-winning adventure guides.
When to start planning? Earlier is always better when designing a custom trip. More time allows for better availability of preferred accommodations, guides and your desired activities. Ideally, start the conversation with us at least 6 months before you want to travel. If you are looking for a custom trip that departs within three months, chances are greatly diminished in securing requested accommodations and the best guides.
*Custom trips require a 25% non-refundable deposit once an itinerary is agreed upon.
The best people to immerse you in a destination are the ones who live there, which is why we feature local Adventure Guides on our trips. Here are a few that you might meet on this adventure.
Uden S.
Born and raised in Darjeeling, Uden attended the prestigious North Point School, where he was first introduced to the great outdoors through mountaineering courses. Uden has guided for more than 15 years across India and the Himalaya. His knowledge spans local cultures and environments throughout Sikkim, Ladakh, Nepal, Bhutan, Garhwal and Kumaon, Rajasthan, and South India. Uden is fluent in English and thrilled to introduce new travelers to these regions!
Pemba S.
Born and brought up in Darjeeling, Pemba completed advanced mountaineering and mountain rescue courses at the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute before becoming an expedition instructor in 2002. He also spent two years at Bryanston School as an outward bound instructor where he studied leadership and navigation training. Pemba's vast experience guiding in Ladakh, Sikkim and Bhutan and his sense of humor are a delight to everyone that travels with him!
Arrive in Delhi late tonight. Your guide will be waiting to greet you and transfer to a nearby airport hotel. Settle into a good night\'s sleep after a long journey.
Transfer to the airport with your trip leader and board a domestic flight to Bagdogra. Travel to Darjeeling by car, while stopping at Kurseong, the "Land of White Orchids" for tea and snacks. Enjoy a welcome dinner in Darjeeling before turning in for the evening.
After breakfast, awake in the Darjeeling hills and visit the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (HMI) Everest Museum, established in 1957, the Tibetan Refugee Self-Help Center, and the Happy Valley Tea Estate, where tea is still produced in the traditional way since 1854. Spend the afternoon roaming the bustling alleyways of Darjeeling\'s colorful bazaars.
Rise for an early breakfast and set off by jeep for Pemayangtse (7,380\'), or \"Perfect Sublime Lotus\" in northeastern Sikkim. In the late afternoon, take a short walk through the forest to the ruins of Rabdentse. This fort, which was the second capital of Sikkim under Chogyal II, highlights the glorious history of Sikkim. The Nepalese invasion in the 18th century destroyed the palace and capital and only these ruins remain today. Visit Pemayangtse Monastery, the second oldest in Sikkim, built in 1705 by Lama Lhatsun Chempo. Spend the night at a local hotel.
After breakfast, take a scenic drive through the tea plantations to Uttarey in west Sikkim. Follow the River Rangeet, which originates in the Himalayas, and embark on your first walk through local Sherpa villages, gradually climbing, then trekking through forests to Thumki. Climb to Uttarpani (8,720\') and continue uphill for views of Kanchenjunga and Pandim, setting up camp at Archaley (9,450\'), a tranquil meadow surrounded by peaks.
Begin your morning ascent through rhododendron forests to Hangeypani. Continue uphill before descending to Thulo Dhap. Follow the trail through forests with great mountain vistas, and climb steeply for an hour to Khardak Danda, passing abandoned shepherd huts, and later, to camp at Kalizar (11,320\'). Breathe in staggering views of Kumbakarna (25,295\'), Koktang (20,170\'), Rathong (21,915\'), Kabru South (24,000\'), Kabru North (24,240\'), Talung (24,110\'), Kanchenjunga (28,208\'), Simvo (22,350\') and Pandim (21,950\').
[Breakfast] => 1
[Lunch] => 1
[Dinner] => 1
[Travel_Type] =>
[Quotation] =>
[Quotation_Attribution] =>
[Quotation_Location] =>
[Itinerary_Location] =>
[Latitude] => 27.242
[Longitude] => 88.032
)
[6] => Array
(
[DayFrom] => 7
[DayTo] => 7
[Headline] => Take in Himalayan Views & Climb to Major
[ActivityOverview] => 4 hours/3 miles hiking with 1,000\' elevation loss
[EstimatedLength] =>
[ActivityLevel] =>
[ItinBlock] =>
Get up early and trek to the viewpoint at Phoktey Dara for sweeping sights of Nepal\'s high Himalaya, including Mera Peak (21,830\'), Chamlang (24,010\'), Baruntse (23,690\'), Nuptse (25,850), Lhotse (28,120\'), Makalu (27,825\'), Chomolonzo (25,640\'), and the Sikkim Himalayas\' 3 Sisters, Janu, Kanchenjunga and Pandim. Spot Bhutan in the far distance or the nearby villages dotting the rolling hills. Descend to Chiwabhanjang and climb to your camp at Major (10,790\').
[Breakfast] => 1
[Lunch] => 1
[Dinner] => 1
[Travel_Type] =>
[Quotation] =>
[Quotation_Attribution] =>
[Quotation_Location] =>
[Itinerary_Location] =>
[Latitude] => 27.250
[Longitude] => 88.030
)
[7] => Array
(
[DayFrom] => 8
[DayTo] => 8
[Headline] => Walk the Ridge Between Sikkim & Nepal
[ActivityOverview] => 6 hours/6 miles hiking with 4,090\' elevation gain and 2,100\' elevation loss
[EstimatedLength] =>
[ActivityLevel] =>
[ItinBlock] =>
Continue on an ancient path past prayer flags at 11,480\'. Descend to 10,825\' and traverse Sikkim and Nepal while clinging to the narrow ridgetop. The dense rhododendron forests in spring are in full bloom, adding color to this inspired walk. Stop for lunch before heading to camp at Dhor (12,200\'). Spend the evening on the Nepal side of the ridge, with a sunset panorama of the iconic peaks of Makalu and Everest.
[Breakfast] => 1
[Lunch] => 1
[Dinner] => 1
[Travel_Type] =>
[Quotation] =>
[Quotation_Attribution] =>
[Quotation_Location] =>
[Itinerary_Location] =>
[Latitude] => 27.39
[Longitude] => 88.067
)
[8] => Array
(
[DayFrom] => 9
[DayTo] => 9
[Headline] => Watch the Sunrise on Kanchenjunga
[ActivityOverview] => 5-6 hours/5 miles hiking with 2,250\' elevation gain and 1,665\' elevation loss
[EstimatedLength] =>
[ActivityLevel] =>
[ItinBlock] =>
Wake up early to catch the sunrise on Kanchenjunga, the world\'s third tallest mountain. Spend the day going uphill and downhill against a stunning backdrop of native flora and fauna, prayer flags, and peaks, before arriving at camp in Paharay Megu (12,895\').
Experience closer mountain views today. Follow a wide valley, passing by a waterfall and the holy, emerald boot-shaped lake at Lampokhari, an important pilgrimage site for the Sikkimese who visit during the monsoon months. Begin your ascent along a winding path to Kangla Pass (13,780\') and Danfe Bir, taking in the Kanchenjunga and Padim mountains before camping lakeside by Jumlay Pokhari (14,600\').
Enjoy sunrise just footsteps from your tent. After breakfast, descend through forests of juniper and pine to Gomathang near the river. Have lunch and climb to camp at Yangseb.
Trek the hillside and cross a small river, climbing to reach a small pass with views looking back towards the mountains. You\'ve made it this far-soak it all in and head for camp at Panding (14,025\').
Head to Tegyapla and its ancient shepherds\' huts, crossing the river to climb to Tegyapla Pass (14,270\'). Descend to Shabchu stream, and gradually ascend to the expansive meadows of Chaurikhang (13,520\') and Dzongri.
Spend a leisurely day among alpine meadows as you acclimate to the elevation. Relax at camp surrounded by snow-capped mountain peaks or explore on a light hike.
[Breakfast] => 1
[Lunch] => 1
[Dinner] => 1
[Travel_Type] =>
[Quotation] =>
[Quotation_Attribution] =>
[Quotation_Location] =>
[Itinerary_Location] =>
[Latitude] => 27.52
[Longitude] => 88.1379
)
[14] => Array
(
[DayFrom] => 15
[DayTo] => 15
[Headline] => Descend to the Praig Chu & Camp at Lamune
[ActivityOverview] => 6-7 hours/7 miles hiking with 2,625\' elevation gain and 2,175\' elevation loss
[EstimatedLength] =>
[ActivityLevel] =>
[ItinBlock] =>
Set off early for a majestic sunrise on Kanchenjunga and the neighboring peaks of Rathong (21,925\'), Kokthang (20,180\'), Kabru Dome (21,670\') and Forked Peak (20,060\'). Follow a scenic ridge and descend down for lunch along the banks of the glacial Praig Chu. Climb to Thangsing, an open campsite with the southern ridge of Kanchenjunga, the Oglathang Glacier and Pandim directly in view. Walk to camp at Lamune (13,660\'), the thrill of towering peaks looming overhead.
[Breakfast] => 1
[Lunch] => 1
[Dinner] => 1
[Travel_Type] =>
[Quotation] =>
[Quotation_Attribution] =>
[Quotation_Location] =>
[Itinerary_Location] =>
[Latitude] => 27.545
[Longitude] => 88.187
)
[15] => Array
(
[DayFrom] => 16
[DayTo] => 16
[Headline] => View the Eastern Wall of Kanchenjunga & Camp at Thangsing
[ActivityOverview] => 6-7 hours/7 miles hiking with 1,425\' elevation gain and 2,205\' elevation loss
[EstimatedLength] =>
[ActivityLevel] =>
[ItinBlock] =>
Head out early for Samiti Pokhari, a sacred lake surrounded by snow-capped peaks. Climb to see the sunrise again on Kanchenjunga, every angle anew. Follow the lake and ascend a series of moraine ridges on the eastern edge of the Oglathang Glacier. View the stunning eastern wall of Kanchenjunga, including five principle summits of the massif and the stunning Kabru and Rathong peaks. Return to camp and continue descending to reach Thangsing.
Backtrack on your journey where you\'ll take another return route, towards the quaint Tsokha in Sikkim, descending through forests of tall rhododendrons and magnolias.
[Breakfast] => 1
[Lunch] => 1
[Dinner] => 1
[Travel_Type] =>
[Quotation] =>
[Quotation_Attribution] =>
[Quotation_Location] =>
[Itinerary_Location] =>
[Latitude] => 27.453
[Longitude] => 88.18
)
[17] => Array
(
[DayFrom] => 18
[DayTo] => 18
[Headline] => End your Trek in Yuksom
[ActivityOverview] => 5 hours/7.5 miles hiking with 1,960\' elevation gain and 5,900\' elevation loss
[EstimatedLength] =>
[ActivityLevel] =>
[ItinBlock] =>
Continue downhill through forest trails and rhododendrons to the historical town of Yuksom, where the first king of Sikkim was coronated. Walk to Dubde Monastery, or visit the sacred, serene lake. Overnight in a local hotel.
In the morning, drive to Kalimpong in the Himalayn foothills above the Teesta River. An important trading hub among Tibet, Bhutan and Sikkim, Kalimpong is home to colonial-style buildings, landscaped gardens and sacred Buddhist scriptures. Spend the evening regaling your fellow trekkers with sights and stories at a farewell dinner to conclude your epic tour of Sikkim and the Kanchenjunga ridge.
Transfer to Bagdogra and board a flight to Delhi for connection to departing international flights.
[Breakfast] => 1
[Lunch] => 0
[Dinner] => 0
[Travel_Type] => 3-hour private van transfer & flight to Delhi
[Quotation] =>
[Quotation_Attribution] =>
[Quotation_Location] =>
[Itinerary_Location] =>
[Latitude] => 28.60
[Longitude] => 77.217
)
)
[ActivityHighlight] => On this trek you will be hiking 5-7 hours a day and up to 8 miles, mostly at elevations above 13,000\' to a maximum of 14,470\'. The trails are rugged mountain paths with up to 4,000\' elevation gain and 6,000\' elevation loss. You need to be in excellent physical condition and have similar previous experience of hiking and camping at high altitudes.
[Trip_Level] => 5
)
Activity Level
This trip is rated activity level 5. On this trek you will be hiking 5-7 hours a day and up to 8 miles, mostly at elevations above 13,000' to a maximum of 14,470'. The trails are rugged mountain paths with up to 4,000' elevation gain and 6,000' elevation loss. You need to be in excellent physical condition and have similar previous experience of hiking and camping at high altitudes. Learn more about activity levels here.
Activity Snapshot
Day 5
4.5 hours/3 miles hiking with 3,050' elevation gain
Day 6
5.5 hours/3 miles hiking with 1,870' elevation gain
Day 7
4 hours/3 miles hiking with 1,000' elevation loss
Day 8
6 hours/6 miles hiking with 4,090' elevation gain and 2,100' elevation loss
Day 9
5-6 hours/5 miles hiking with 2,250' elevation gain and 1,665' elevation loss
Day 10
6-7 hours/5 miles hiking with 2,300' elevation gain and 860' elevation loss
Day 11
5 hours/5 miles hiking with 2,290' elevation gain and 3,500' elevation loss
Day 12
5 hours/3 miles hiking with 2,370' elevation gain and 1,300' elevation loss
Day 13
6 hours/7 miles hiking with 984' elevation gain and 2,132' elevation loss
Day 15
6-7 hours/7 miles hiking with 2,625' elevation gain and 2,175' elevation loss
Day 16
6-7 hours/7 miles hiking with 1,425' elevation gain and 2,205' elevation loss
Day 17
6 hours/7 miles hiking with 1,200' elevation gain and 4,500' elevation loss
Day 18
5 hours/7.5 miles hiking with 1,960' elevation gain and 5,900' elevation loss
Accommodations
Camping in tents, with a few nights in scenic mountain accommodations on either end of the trip.
Just minutes from IGI New Delhi Airport in Aerocity and its T3, this convenient airport hotel provides complimentary airport transfers, concierge service to Delhi's tourist attractions, guest rooms outfitted with contemporary amenities, a fitness center, and outdoor pool.
Formerly the summer residence of the Maharaja of Cooch Behar, the Elgin Darjeeling is a 125-year-old heritage property in the heart of Darjeeling town in the Himalayan hills. With colonial-era charm and fully-restored interiors of Burmese teak furniture, oak panelling, fireplaces and objets d'art, the hotel centers around a lush garden, with eclectic rooms featuring mountain and valley views.
The Windamere is a landmark property dubbed "One of the three jewels of the Raj." Once a boarding house for English and Scottish tea planters, the heritage hotel rests on Observatory Hill, with well-appointed cottages, villas, and a central house frequented by notable guests throughout history.
The Mayfair Darjeeling is a heritage property with old-world charm in a serene hillside setting, featuring spacious family rooms and suites, sunset views, fitness facilities, and a restaurant bar.
The Chumbi Mountain Retreat, located below Pelling in West Sikkim is a mountain resort surrounded by nature. With a unique monastery-like structure, and a traditional ambiance, the property's rooms are modern and comfortable, with an undeniable Sikkimese charm.
The Elgin Mount Pandim, once owned by the royal family of Sikkim, is set across eight acres of landscaped gardens and lush greenery with views of the Singalila range. Adjacent to the Pemayangtse monastery, the hotel's 30 rooms are individually designed with native textiles and natural tones, boasting global comforts with local Sikkimese craft.
Sleep in 3-person Mountain Hardwear tents for every 1-2 people. Our tents have a reinforced floor with additional ground sheets for wet ground. We have dining tents with tables and folding chairs with backrests. Toilet tents with commodes. Warm washing water is provided in the mornings and when reaching camp in the evenings. Tea and coffee with biscuits is served in the tents in the morning.
In West Sikkim, Yuksom's Tashigang Hotel features snow-capped views of the region's peaks, and is a comfortable base to explore the town with manicured lawns, an in-house restaurant and bar, and rooms with traditional Sikkimese touches and decor.
A colonial-era boutique hotel in Kalimpong with landscaped gardens and tastefully curated decor was once owned by Mr. Diamond Oberoi. Twenty-five rooms overlook the Himalayas and the lush Teesta river valley. Individually designed around bright and dynamic color themes inspired by the local flora, rooms feature indulgent comforts and natural, inspired decor.
The Mayfair Himalayan Spa Resort in the hill town of Kalimpong has majestic views of snow-clad mountains, playing host to a rich history of world leaders and pioneering mountaineers. With classic heritage rooms and spacious suites designed in a contemporary style, Mayfair also has a spa, gym, restaurant, library, bar, and children's play room.
Weather
Daytime temperatures in October will range from 46ºF - 54ºF and in November from 30ºF - 54ºF. Nighttime temperatures will range from 23ºF-27ºF. The weather is usually clear and crisp and is frosty in the mornings.
Oct
Nov
Delhi
High
Low
High
Low
Delhi
91
69
82
58
Dzongri
High
Low
High
Low
Dzongri
44
35
40
25
Pemayangtse
High
Low
High
Low
Pemayangtse
68
52
62
45
FAQs
Where do I fly into for this trip?
You fly roundtrip to Delhi, India.
Who will meet me on arrival?
An MT Sobek representative will meet you at the airport and transfer you to the hotel.
Do I need a visa for India?
Yes, but you can apply online for an Indian e-Visa, which is fast and convenient.
Do I need to bring my own sleeping bag and pad?
Yes, please bring a sleeping bag rated to 5ºF - 15ºF. We provide foam sleeping pads, but please bring your own if you prefer a different type of pad.
Will I have Wi-Fi on the trip?
Yes, Wi-Fi is available at the hotels, but only in the lobby in Darjeeling and connectivity is limited in Yuksom, Pelling and Kalimpong.
What happens to my luggage while we are trekking?
Your luggage will be transported by pack animals during the trek, and you will have it in camp each night.
What is the minimum age for this trip?
The standard minimum age for this trip is 18, but check out our private trip options for families and groups with younger guests.