Sandakphu Phalut trek - throws open an incredible panorama of world’s highest snowline, swerving from the snow ensconced peaks of Nepal to Bhutan and farther east to Tibet.
What stand Sandakphu out as a journey are many things—the replete hairpin bend ridden Old Silk Road route to the base camp, the impeccable hospitality of the people of Sikkim and Nepal along the way at the teahouses, the charming green haven of Singalila, and the theatre of the clouds. The charming wilderness and wildlife expected of a Himalayan Trek is met as we pass through Singalila National Park, making the hike also one of keen naturalist interests.
Short Itinerary
Day 1-NJP/ Bagdogra to Kopidana
Day 2-Kopidana to Tumling
Day 3-Tumling to Kalapokhri
Day 4-Kalapokhri to Sandakphu
Day 5-Sandakphu to Sepi
Day 6-Sepi to NJP / Bagdogra
Detail Itinerary
Day 1
NJP/ Bagdogra to Kopidana
Arrive at the Base camp in Maney Bhanjyang. Arrive at the Bagdogra Airport/NJP, get shuttled to the charming town called Maney Bhanjyang on the Indo-Nepal Border. After reaching there, you will be checked into a home stay, settle down and relax for the rest of the day.
Duration:3 hours
Day 2
Kopidana to Tumling
Trek from Maney Bhanjyang to Tumling and Tonglu. Kick-start the adventure with a trek to Tumling/Tonglu along an ascending trail, which takes almost 6 to 7 hours. Have a halt at Chitray and enjoy the sight of a serene and mystic 70 year old Buddhist monastery.
Duration:3 hours
Day 3
Tumling to Kalapokhri
Trek from Tumling/ Tonglu to Gahiribas and Kalpokhri. From Tonglu your adventure continues towards Kalpokhri, which could take 7-8 hours. Trek up to the tiny settlement of Gahribas passing through beautiful bamboo glades and enchanting forests. Trek from Gahribas to Kalpokhri which will take 2 hours to complete.
Duration: 3 hours
Day 4
Kalapokhri to Sandakphu
Kalpokhri to Sandhakphu. Start trekking from Kalpokhri to Sandakphu, through lush forests filled with rich rhododendrons. Reach the crest of Singalila range which will take your breath away. Have the sight of some mystic mountains like Mt.Everest, Makalu and Mt. Kanchenjunga.
Duration: 3 hours
Day 5
Sandakphu to Sepi
Sandhakphu to Phalut. Trek to Phalut which is the highest peak in the Singalila range, have a magical journey from Sandakphu. You will have to walk up through a steady climb for about 5 hours, and then the trails start to zigzag through hills and you will reach the trekker hut from where Phalut is a 20 minute walk away.
Duration: 3 hours
Day 6
Sepi to NJP / Bagdogra
Phalut to Gorkhey. Continue your enchanting adventure with a mesmerising trek to Rammam, pass through some thick forests and vegetation. More challenges come along your way to reach Gorkhey, where you can spot Gorkhey Khola stream and the Rammam river. Stay overnight in the camps in Rammam.
Duration: 3 hours
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Other Information
Price Includes
- All breakfasts, lunches and dinners from Dhaula to Sangla (VEG).
- All accommodation from Dhaula to Sangla.
- All campaign equipments Medical Kit.
- Professional Trek Leaders (Experienced Guide/Staff) All forests permits
Price Excludes
- Travel insurance and other emergencies.
- All Meals from Kathgodam-Lohajung & Lohajung-Kathgodam
- Mules (A Hybrid Animal) to carry personal luggage Single room accommodations
- Hard Drinks (This also includes undistilled fermented beverages)
- Photography accessories like cameras etc.
Terms & Conditions
Prices are "from", per person, based on 2 adults and 2 children (under the age of 12) sharing, and include all taxes. Day touring as per the itinerary.
This was my 2nd experience with them. It was educational, benefitial, reflective, fun, interesting, friendly, disciplined .. Considering the fact that it was in the remote hills, yet The Mountain Trekker provided such splendid facilities, I'll add luxurious.
Sumit was awesome, awesome being an understatement. He not only was informative regarding the trees, environment, birds, mountains, trails, Gaia, local language, rock climbing