Singalila Ridge Trek from Darjeeling - 6 Days

The Darjeeling Singalila Ridge Trek! Just two hours from the city, the wonderful path begins. Though not a far drive from the city, the trail seems like it is in the middle of nowhere, as you traverse from ridge to ridge. The scenic Singalila Ridge connects the grand Himalaya of Nepal to India. The highlight of the trek is walking this ridge to Sandakphu (3, 636 meters/11, 929 feet), the highest point in West Bengal, where you get jaw-dropping views of the highest peaks on the planet.

Itinerary

Day 1: Drive from Darjeeling to Rimbeek and Trek to Gurdum via black forest.

Pass By: Darjeeling, Darjeeling, Darjeeling District, West Bengal
Trek Distance: 10 km | Trek Duration: 5.6 hours | Altitude Gain: 2, 286 Mt. to 2, 438 Mt.

We meet at your hotel by 8am Start your journey with a refreshing drive from Darjeeling to Rimbeek. Rimbeek is a small hamlet packed with natural serenity and aura. You are bound to imbibe energy by breathing in the fresh mountain air. Once in Rimbeek, your trail will commence. You will trek to Gurdum following the path across the black forests.

Stop At: Gurdum, West Bengal 734221, India
Gurdum is a small village at the foot of the Himalayas, the place where you can dream of reliving this upcoming short vacation.
The village is surrounded by greenery and a peaceful atmosphere. The best destination is to lose yourself in nature for a few days.
Duration: 14 hours

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Accommodation included: Over Night stay at Home-stay

Day 2: Trek from Gurdum to Sandakphu 3636Mt - 7 hours

Stop At: Sandakphu, Singalila National Park 734101 India
Today, you will take a steep climb to Sandakphu. No words will ever suffice the beauty of Sandakphu. From this ridge, you will witness 4 out of the 5 highest mountain peaks in the world namely Mount Everest, Kanchenjunga, Lhotse, and Makalu.
Duration: 6 hours

Stop At: Sandakphu, Singalila National Park 734101 India
Sandakphu offers the breathtaking experience of seeing four of the world's tallest peaks. Yet it is also a trek where nature and culture come together.
Duration: 14 hours

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Accommodation included: Overnight stay at Guest House / Trekkers Huts

Day 3: Sandakphu to Phalut 3636mt - 7 hours

Stop At: Sandakphu, Singalila National Park 734101 India
Like the previous day, we recommend waking up for the surreal sunrise over the Himalayas. We climb up a little bit to a perfect viewpoint. Today’s view is even more fabulous than the previous, simply because the panorama is so vast. Head back down for breakfast and resume trekking towards Phalut to continue the circuit. It’s already been an awesome trek and there is more to come! After about 4 hours, we come across a stone house on top of a ridge. Near here is Phalut trekker’s hut, where we stay for the night. Because of the remoteness of this area, there are no guest houses or homestays. Anyways, the place has an amazing view!
Duration: 7 hours

Stop At: Phalut, Singalila Forest, West Bengal 734201, India
From Phalut, on your left is the Everest cluster, which includes the world's fourth- and fifth-highest mountains, Lhotse and Makalu. It's a once-in-a-lifetime chance to see these three majestic peaks together from a vantage point.
Duration: 14 hours

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Accommodation included: Overnight stay at Trekkers Huts

Day 4: Phalut to Gorkhey 2346mt - 5hours

Stop At: Phalut, Singalila Forest, West Bengal 734201, India
Stepping out of the hut as the sun rises, you are reminded of what a gorgeous place we are in. The valley below us is filled with clouds, while the mountain peaks shine in the distance. Upon leaving last night’s “campsite, ” we temporarily say goodbye to the awesome views of Kanchenjunga and the eastern Himalaya. Head down through lush rhododendron and magnolia forests, finding peace with the singing birds. Eventually, we reach Gorkhey and stay at a pleasant, family-owned guest house.
Duration: 5 hours

Stop At: Gorkhey, West Bengal, India
Gorkhey is yet to be found on the tourist radar, it’s a little village surrounded by thick pine forests and a small river flowing through it known as Gorkhey Khola (which marks the boundary between Sikkim and West Bengal). This destination is a natural wonder at its best.
Duration: 15 hours

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Accommodation included: Overnight stay at Home-stay

Day 5: Gorkhey to Timburey 1, 996mt - 6 hour

Stop At: Gorkhey, West Bengal, India
After breakfast, begin today’s journey. We hike through a village called Samandin and and after about 5 hours, we reach Ramam. Here, the trail reaches a junction of two streams called GorkheyKhola – a sight so perfect, it could be on a postcard. Keep going to Timburey, where we stay at Saumbu Homestay, run by a local Tamang family. During dinner, learn about the culture and lifestyle of locals while cooking food with them – a valuable experience!
Duration: 5 hours

Stop At: Timburey Swayambhu Home Stay, 43F7+HHX, Darjeeling, West Bengal 734201, India
Swayambhu Lodge is a homestay with a heart and soul that offers an unforgetable experience to travelers from around the world. It is located in the foothills of the Himalaya mountains in a hiddem gem of the tiny village Timburey in the Darjeeling district of Eastern India. Swayambhu Lodge is nestled in a gorgeous valley with dense green Rhododendron forests and a stream with gushing, crystal clear water. The valley provides a starting point for many treks in the region, including the famous Singhalila Trek
Duration: 15 hours

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Accommodation included: Overnight stay at Home stay with local family

Day 6: Timburey to Srikhola by Trek 3km and drive to Darjeeling 4 hours

Stop At: Timburey Swayambhu Home Stay, 43F7+HHX, Darjeeling, West Bengal 734201, India
The last day of the trek does not disappoint. We have breakfast in Timburey and start the hike towards Rimbeek. It is a relatively flat trail for about 10 kilometers. On the way, pass through Srikhola village and stop for a tea or snack if you’d like. When we reach Rimbeek, we have lunch and meet the driver to take us to Darjeeling. In the evening, rest, refresh, and wander around if you would like. Overnight in hotel.
Duration: 6 hours

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Accommodation included: Overnight stay at family home stay

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