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| Code No SHT- 4: SIKKIM
KANCHENDZONG TREK 21 DAYS |
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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. |
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Itinerary (Chewabhanjang - Kunchenjunga Trek):
Grade:Tough
Time:March-April
Duration:21days
Average Walking time: 5-6 hours per day |
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Day1:(Delhi) Arrive Delhi,
meeting and assistance on arrival and transfer to
the hotel. Visit Taj Mahal in Agra. Drive back to
Delhi. Overnight at the hotel. |
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Day2:(Delhi-Bagdogra-Darjeeling)
Morning transfer to the airport for flight to
Bagdogra. Meeting and assistance on arrival and
transfer to Darjeeling. Situated at an altitude of
2130 meters, Darjeeling is one of the beautiful hill
stations of India. A charming four-hour journey
through the tea plantations of Dooars (foolhills of
Darjeeling) and tiny villages takes one to
Darjeeling. Built on top of a ridge, Darjeeling
faces the Himalayas and is a popular holiday
destination for westerners and Bengalis alike. Check
into hotel on arrival. Rest of the day free for
relaxation. Overnight at the hotel. |
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Day3:(Darjeeling-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. |
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Day4:(Pemayangtse-Uttarey)
Morning proceed by jeep to Uttarey, a small village
located at an altitude of 1960 meters near the
Nepali border. |
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Day5:(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
altitudeof 3200 meters. Set up camp for the night.
Rest of the day free for relaxation. Overnight at
the camp. |
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Day6:(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. |
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Day7:(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. |
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Day8:(PahareyMegu-DaphelaPass)
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. |
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Day9:(camCampbeforeDaphePass-DaphePass-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. |
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Day10:(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. |
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Day11:(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. |
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Day12:(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. |
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Day13:(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. |
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Day14:(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 colorful 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. |
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Day15:(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. |
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Day16:(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. |
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Day17:(KasturiOdar-Labdang)
The trail today takes one through the halflight 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. |
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Day18:(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. |
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Day19:(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.
Overnight at a hotel in Martam. |
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Day20: (Martam-Gangtok)
Morning proceed towards Gangtok by car, en route
visiting the world-famous Rumtek Monastery, reputed
for its religious Tibetan Art. Visitors are welcome
to attend prayers. Afternoon at leisure in Gangtok.
Overnight at a hotel in Gangtok. |
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Day 21: =Youkam –
Darjeeling additonal tour or drive to Bagdora Air
Port,New Jalpiguri Railway station or Bhadrapur Air
Port Nepal for onward journey with unforgettable
memories of the himalayas. |
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Cost Include
Trek cost Include:
>Accommodation on full bord basis in Darjeeling,
Kalingpong and Gangtok.
>All internal transport in Sikkim
>Gear package includeing 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
>Poters Dzo or Horse to carry all gear max 20Kg for
Poters 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
for 2nights. Indian we served Chinese and
continental dishes and also sikkimes dishes.
>All First Aid and High Altitude Medicine For the
trek.
>Complementary souvenirs from Sikkim.
>All trekking fees and local permits |
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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 Incurance
>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.
>Initially Sikkim Holidays quoted you a basic cost
that covered Kanchendzonga Trek. With your requirements
the costs have increased proportionally but you can
rest assured that it is money for value as we will
be offering you the best in services. |
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For further Information send us email at: -
info@sikkim-holidays.com / barap14@hotmail.com /
bradxxx14@gmail.com |
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