15 Days Kanchenjunga Trek n Tour
 

This is undoubtedly the most popular trek n Tour in Sikkim & Darjeeling area and framed for superb mountain views, a floral spectacle in summer, birds and views of pristine forests. The trek passes through the Kanchendzonga Bio-Sphere Reserve Forests and special trekking permits with fees are paid. This package gives complete travels in the mountains with visits to MONASTERIES and also is able to meet the local people and understand their lifestyles. It’s different-Be assured.
(Darjeeling-Goechala Trek –Pemayangtse-Gangtok)

Day 01: Bagdogra IXB / NJP – Darjeeling
Meet on arrival at IXB / Bhadrapur (Nepal), Transfer to Darjeeling after entry Formalities, Drive time, Approx. 4-5 hrs. Halt.

Day 02: Darjeeling Sightseeing
Darjeeling Sight seeing-Tiger Hill and Seven points tour and Free after Lunch. Walk in the Mall and buy some famous Darjeeling Tea. Overnight Halt.
   Early morning visit to Tiger Hill to witness the Worlds best Sunrise and view the first rays of Sun dropping on worls Highest Mt.Everest and further to all Eastern Himalayas including Mt.Kanchenjunga and Mt.Siniolchu. Later return to hotel after visiting Ghoom Monastery and The Batasia Loop. Later visit Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, Himalayan Zoo, Bhutia Monastery and Tibetan Refugee Centre. Afternoon Free for walking tours around Darjeeling Mall and some window shopping.

Day 03: Darjeeling to Yuksom (Sikkim)
Drive from Darjeeling to Yuksom the trek base in Western Sikkim, time on the Road approx.6 hrs. Halt overnight in Yuksom.

Day 04: Trek Begins from Yuksom for Tshoka, Alt.2048m/12 kms/6 hrs. O/N Tents / huts
Trek from Yuksom to Tshoka 18 Kms time taken approx. 6 hrs. Walk through dense forest of pine and oak. After crossing river Prek Chu it is straight 70 degree uphill climb this is the toughest stage in the entire. Treks then we reach Bakhim the trail from Bakhim passes through magnolia and rhododendron trees. Tshoka is a small village. Overnight stay in a tent or lodge.

Day 05: Trek Tshoka to Dzongri, Alt 4050 m/9 kms/5 hrs. O/N tents/huts
Trek from Tshoka to Dzongri is still a steep climb taking approx 5hrs. This leads us through dense forest of rhododendrons. There are over 400 flowering species in Sikkim. A place called Deorali Dara provides a magnificent view of the mountains. Once we reach Phidang we take a break. After further climbing we reach Dzongri, here the vegetation is thin and only small bushes and shrubs are found. A tourist hut is available for the night stay.

Day 06: Acclimatization and excursion at Dzongri. O/N in tents/huts
It is usually overcrowded and noisy. A walk to Dabla Khang( DzongriTop) in the wee hours of the morning provides one of the most magnificent view of the mountains and the whole range of the peaks can be seen. Acclimatization here is must for further ascending trekkers. Overnight stay in a tent.

Day 07: Trek Dzongri to Thangsing, Alt 3930 m/8 kms/4 hrs, O/N tents/huts.
Trek from Dzongri to Thangsing takes about approx 4hrs after walking through the bushes and hedges. At first its walking in the plain table land after few hours we rapidly descend down the river Prek on. The way one can view almost all the ranges above all Mt Pandim looks beautiful. In Thangsing besides. The Govt hut its all barren here is no civilization. Overnight stay in a tent.

Day 08: Trek- Thangsing to Lamune (3 hrs) Camp at Lamune Trek from Thangsing to Samiti Lake takes about approx 3hrs its just a easy trek through thin vegetation. Overnight stay in a tent. Samiti is basically, in the base of mount Pandim because of its close attachment. With Mt Pandim here a small beautiful lake has emerged. When it gets snowed the lake with the mountain. Provides a spectacular unforgettable view. Over night in tent.

Day 09: Trek-Lamune to Samiti to Goechala (4940m) and back to Lamune (7 hrs)
Trek from Lamune / Samiti to Goechala back to Samiti takes about approx 7 hrs, the trek starts with easy grading. We come across Zemathang which means ( sand- plain land) the trail goes through moraines before reaching Goechala one can view green lake formed right below the path deep down the hill, finally one reaches the second viewpoint from here one can view southern phase of Kanchendzonga. Further trek takes you to yangitaar to spent one night in this place is worthwhile one can witness avalanche of Mt Kanchendzonga this place is recommendable because it is quite different than other entire trek, but during winter it is not possible due to thick snow which covers the path and makes it difficult to walk.

Day 10: Lamune to Kokchurung. (4 hrs) O/N at tents / huts.
Trek from Samiti to Kokchurung takes about 3hrs spent. Overnight stay in lodge.

Day 11: Kokchurung to Tshoka
Trek from Kokchurung to Tshoka takes about 5 hrs is gradual descend through thick forest it's a long and Tiring walk this route joins the route of Phidang to Dzongri trail. Overnight stay in a tent.

 Day 12: Tshoka to Yuksom (6hrs)

The trek from Tshoka to Yuksom takes about 6hrs. Overnight stay in a hotel. Trek Ends.

Day 13: Yuksom to Pemayangtse

Visit the Monastery, Lunch and drive to Gangtok via Rabongla, Halt.

Day 14: Gangtok Cherry City Tour

Includes Rumtek Monastery, Afternoon Free. Halt.

 Day 15: Return drive to IXB/Bhadrapur
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Costs:
Dbl Occupancy
Single person

Cost Includes: Fully Catered Camping Trek, tents, toilet tents, Mess Tents, Porters, Yaks, Cooks, Guides, Trekking Permits with fees, Environmental Fees, National park fees ,hotels on twin sharing on Half Board (MAP) .

Cost Does Not Include: Cancellation Insurance and Risk and Release, Emergency evacuation costs, Domestic and International Airfare. Sleeping bags. And Personal Expenses. There will be no refund of payments once the trek commences and Camera Fees. Toy Train costs , tipping and porterage.

Meals on the trek:

Breakfast:Bread/Butter/Jam/Eggs/Tibetan Bread/Honey/Tea Momo + Egg, Corn, Veg Soup/Baked Beans/Tea/Coffee/Fruits or Porridge with fruits. Drinking Chocolate at bedtime. Tea / Coffee at early morning.

Meals:Soup/Rice/Dal/Vegetables/Salad/Non-Veg/Dessert (Indian Meals) Soup/Chowmein/Fried Rice /Tea Momo/Momos/Noodle Soup (Tibetan) 100%-Boiled water will be supplied before the trek every morning and refilled at lunch break-Pl. bring your own purifying agents for personal safety and satisfaction. No bottled waters pl.. same boiled waters used for cooking too.

Payment Mode:
Full and final payments to be made to Siniolchu Tours and Travels, GANGTOK, Sikkim-India in advance by Bank Transfer. Money transfer Mode will be made available later. We also accept all International Master and Visa Cards.

Noted Below :
Pl. note and be well informed that there will be no refund of money after the trek commences and if one cannot complete the trek or gets sick enroute. However we will try to accommodate on the trail at lower altitude and help you with softer trek on the trail. If you intend to get down to base and stay in Yuksom, we will help you do that, however, the cost of hotel will not be borne by us and neither will be for meals. We can definitely help you trek to surrounding areas on the same cost.

Hotels:Darjeeling : Hotel Deekiling (Run by Tibetan Family)/Tibet House / Vaishali
Pemayangtse : Hotel Norbugang (Best view of Mountains)/ Kabur / Phamrong
Yuksom : Hotel Tashigang (Premium Property)/ Hotel Pemathang / Demazong
Gangtok : Hotel Mintokling / Sonam Delek / Norbugang / Mt.Jopuno

Recommended****

Sikkim Visit Permits
One needs to obtain Indian Visa at the country of origin or where available and the India embassy will endorse 15 days of Sikkim Inner Line permit on request if visiting Sikkim. Once this is obtained, you need to send me a fax of these details or as attachment via mail.

•Photocopy of India Visa
•Sikkim Permit
•Photocopy of Passport + all details, DOB, date of Issue, date of expiry, Issuing authority, nationality and address + occupation.
•Passport size photos, min.4 nos.

Trekking In Sikkim:
The best months for trekking and touring in Sikkim are Sep-Oct-Nov-Dec and Jan/March-April-May and part of June. However, Sikkim is for all seasons and all reasons. The Rhododendron flowers are at the best from May to June end. In Dec and Jan there are liable to be heavy snowfalls at the heights. The forests of Sikkim are still intact. Trekking in Sikkim is very different from Nepal, as trekkers are not allowed to roam unaccompanied through the hills as that of Nepal. Foreigners must form a group of at least 2 persons and a registered TREKKING AGENCY in SIKKIM must provide support services.

What to bring on a Trek:
Good attitude*, already used trekking boots or to use them before the trek if it’s a new pair, sun glasses, sunscreen lotion, insect repellents, personal medicines*, water bottles-refillable*, caps, walking sticks*, gloves, toilet paper rolls, heavy woolens for the night as temperatures in the mountains can be very rude in the night fall below minus 5-10 degrees, windcheaters, waterproof camera bags, rain coat, thermal wear, good sleeping bags with inners*, inflatable mattresses, sufficient camera rolls, battery backups, small back pack for personal carry, medical and cancellation insurance and lots of Energy-You will require lots of it.

Why should you travel with Siniolchu Tours & Travels and Treks?
There are many reasons. In a nutshell, we go out of our way to make sure your experience is a positive one, there will be no negative impact on the region we are visiting: after all, we live here. We give you more for your money than anyone else. And our safety record is unsurpassed. We also provide warm clothes, good walking shoes and other necessary trekking equipment for our Guide and Porters. They will get good accommodations along the way and food same as you are having on the way. All our trekking staffs are insured.