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SANDAKPHU TREK : Altitude : 11292 Ft : SANDAKPHU TREK : Altitude : 11292 Ft. We is organizing SANDAKPHU Trek from a long period. The itinerary is of 5 days from NJP to NJP including trekking to Sandakphu, West Bengal. Sandakphu, West Bengal www.adieu.co.in Adieu Tours & Travels™ About Sandakphu Trek: Sandakphu is the highest point of West Bengal at 3636m in the district of Darjeeling. This trek follows the famous Singalila Ridge, a prominent spur of high ground that lies at the southern end of a long crest, which runs down from the Kanchenjunga massif and forms the border between Sikkim & Nepal. One of the unavoidable necessities of trekking in Himalaya is that the best views are had from high up but the trek along this ridge, passing through small settlements, is perhaps the one of the most scenically rewarding in the Himalaya. There are spectacular panoramic views of Kanchenjunga, Makalu, Everest, Lhotse, Janu (Kumbhakarna), Chamlang, Baruntse, Kabru, Pandim and a host of other peaks all seen in one stretch. In spring the slopes are carpeted with red and pink Rhododendrons. The Singalila National TpahrkearTearheaks rHareigsphelciiegshlitkse :Red Panda and is a birder’s paradise. Length : Access : 5 days; NJP to NJP. 3 days of trekking. New Jalpaiguri (NJP) is well connected by train from New Delhi and Kolkata. Nearest airport, Bagdogra , 10 Km from Siliguri. Connecting flights to New Delhi and Kolkata available. Seasons : The trek base Maneybhanjan is 90 Km from NJP railway station. March to May and October to January. Trip Itinerary: DAY 1 : DAY 2 : From NJP to Maneybhanjan by Car - 90 Km - 4 hours DAY 3 : Trek start from Maneybhanjan to Tonglu– 11 Km – 4/5 hours DAY 4 : Trek from Tonglu to Kalipokhri – 15 Km – 5/6 hours DAY 5 : Trek from Kalipokhri to Sandakphu - 6 Km - 5 hours Trek from Sandakphu to Rimbik - 22 Km – 6 hours From Rimbik to NJP by Car– 130 Km – 6/7 hours *** Arrange your return ticket from NJP after 6 pm on Day 5 or later *** www.adieu.co.in Adieu Tours & Travels™ Cost & Services : Cost : INR 6500 (INR) per person (NJP to NJP) C[Foonrtamcitnfiomr ulamrg8e Pgaroxu] p & off season discount. Inclusions: 4 night accommodation in Trekkers Hut / Tourist lodge/Eco Huts / Tents on sharing basis. All meals during the trek. Regular Indian style nutritious vegetarian food during the trek 1. (including eggs), breakfast/ packed lunch, snacks, dinner along with coffee/tea/soup. 2. Excellent Mountain Guide, who will be a local to this particular area and has profound knowledge of the trekking trails around. 3. Specialized Cook and Porters for carrying the central logistics of the trek. All Permit fee, Camping charges, Forest levy required during the trek. 64.. Basic Medicines and First Aid kit. 5. Exclusions: 1. We assume that you will carry your personal Rucksack/Backpack with all your personal belongings. If you want to offload your Rucksack and carried by our Porter then you need to pay an additional amount (ask for details) for the entire duration of the trek. The Rucksack should not weigh more than 10Kgs. 2. Still/Video Camera charges inside the Sanctuary. 3. Any tip/gratuity to the Guides/Porters. If you are happy with the service,kindly appreciate them. 4. Any kind of insurance during the trek or transit. 5. Any cost which is not mentioned in the “inclusions” or personal in nature. Downhill Journey to Meghma Sandakphu Trail, West Bengal - www.adieu.co.in Adieu Tours & Travels™ Contact us : +91-8670752141 / +91-8945532370 +91-8900699294 / +91-8945532371 0353-2597898 (Land line) (Please note, we are alternatively present with our trekking groups, so if you can’t reach any one number, kindly contact others.) Email at : [email protected] Website : www.adieu.co.in www.adieu.co.in Adieu Tours & Travels™.
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