Singalila Trek

Relax in Pelling-Uttarey

• Take some time out to indulge in the serene town of Pelling.

• Explore attractions such as the Pemayangtshe Monastery, Changa Chollan Monastery, and the Rabdentshe palace.

• Have a scrumptious lunch once back at the hotel.

• Indulge in the lively and quiet local culture found in Pelling.

Head to Chiwa Bhanjyang from Uttarey

• Meet and spot some Himalayan Yaks on your trek to the Singalila Ridge, and catch up with the local Yak herders.

• Discover and know more about the names of places in this region, for they also represent the passes, ridge points, and pastures found over there.

• Hike through numerous Rhododendrons and rich forests.

• Cross by the open ridges, pristine lakes, and the remote passes.

• Reach Chiwa Bhanjyang, which is located at a height of 3100 metres.

• Set up your first camp near the Nepalese border.

Acclimatisation Day

• Trek for about five and a half hours, and indulge in some scenic views of the surroundings.

• Head to the Singalila peak nearby, which is at a height of 3500 metres, giving some good acclimatisation, and spectacular views.

Head to Dhor from Chiwa Bhanjyang

• You can find the attractive and highly revered Tibetan prayer flags here, at Dhor, after you have hiked through the forest.

• Spot the rice fields and cardamom plantations along with remote and limited settlement in the villages around.

• Your stay will be arranged in a remote camp, in the midst of nature and beautiful mountains.

Head to Pare Megu from Dhor

• Wake up before the sunrise, and catch the spectacular view of the sun rising from the mighty Everest, and the Kanchenjunga peak.

• The trail during this day is filled with ascents and descents, taking you across the pass.

• You can also spot several Hindu Shrines and temples around in this region, and can also visit the Shepherd’s summer settlement here.

• Do not forget to spot the blue sheep present down the mountain side.

Head to Lam Pokhari from Pare Megu

• The trail until the broad valley is through the woods on this day, and is quite easy to scale.

• You can catch an incredible view of the entire Kabru range from the valley.

• The Kabru range is adorned by Mount Pandim, which reaches up to a towering height of 6691 metres.

• Reach the campsite near Everest after about two hours of trek, and indulge in viewing the majestic mountain range.

• Rest in the afternoon, while you continue to trek through the day.

Head to Gomathang from Lam Pokhari

• The forests you had trekked up to now remain a distant sight from the Lam Pokhari.

• Cross the first pass, the Danphe Bhir pass, which is at a height of 4530 metres, and is also known as the pass of the Pheasant.

• Indulge in a panoramic view of Sikkim, and of the neighbouring countries such as Tibet and Bhutan.

• Encounter snow during the trek in this region.

• Ascending an hour more takes you to the Pass of the Crow or the KagBhir La.

• From the pass of the crow, you can view some incredibly massive Himalayan peaks, including the Khangchendzonga.

• The basecamp is set up near the river, and as the day ends, retire to the base camp after having a filling dinner.

Head to Tikip Chu from Gomathang

• From the base camp, head to the Tikip Chu through some fir forests and intense rhododendrons, to reach the higher mountain terrain.

• Spot some interesting brightly colored birds, known as the Impeyan Pheasants.

• The Danphe birds, or the Impeyan pheasants have nests as high as 4200 metres, and you can view the same.

• Stroll in the meadows of Kok Ling, and head to the next pass, located at a height of 4300 metres.

• View the snow-filled peaks of the mighty Kanchenjunga from here.

• Rest in the campsite set up at Tikip Chu after a day long trek.

• The Tikip Chu is home to the Rathong mountains which are as high as 6679 metres.

Head to Dzongri from Tikip Chu

• On this day, you can trek through the usual trail which goes up to the Goecha La.

• Visit the summer pastures in Dzongri after crossing some old fir forests.

• The campsite is located in a remote area, and by this time, you are acclimated to the surroundings and the weather.

Head to Lamuney from Dzongri

• On this trekking path, spot several attractions such as the Sri Khola, the dense forests, the rich Orchid plantations and the attractive colourful birds.

• Head down to the Kokchulang, and reminisce about the entire ascent experience.

• Visit the Samiti lake, present near the campsite of Thansing.

• Camp on the riverside on this day of the trek.

Traverse through Lamuney-Goecha La- Thangshing

• Wake up before the sunrise, and head to the Goecha La, also known as the locked gate, situated at a height of 5000 metres.

• View the pristine glaciers, pinnacles ridges, and the massive peaks of the incredibly large Kanchenjunga range.

• Have a hearty welcome breakfast once back in the camp.

• After breakfast, trek down to the Thangsing region, which is at a height of 3600 metres.

• This is a long day, hence prepare yourself accordingly, since it involves almost 10 hours of trekking.

Thangsing-Lamokhari - Kokchurung

• The entire descent experience from Lampokhari to Kokchurung takes about five to six hours.

• This is one of the easier parts of the entire Singalila trek experience.

Head to Tshoka from Kokchurung

• Trek through the traditional trail to the main valley from Kokchurung on this day.

• Visit the pristine Tibetan town of Tshoka, which is an extremely remote village, nestled in the Himalayan ranges.

• Get familiarised with the local culture and observe the village life over here.

Head to Yuksom from Tshoka

• On this day, descend through the rich rainforest, and spot the natural bird life, and some beautiful flowers on your way.

• Cross some of the most pristine bridges through the natural rivers flowing through the trail.

• Check into your hotel at Yuksom, and retire for the day, as you relax and indulge in some great dining experience.

• You can also celebrate the entire trekking experience with your teammates and fellow trekkers, and make some wonderful memories.

Relax at Yuksom

• Spend your time relaxing in the beautiful village of Yuksom and explore around.

• You can visit attractions such as the Dubdi monastery, Norbu Ghang Coronation throne of Namgyal dynasty, the Kathok lake, and the Tashiding Monastery.

Depart from Yuksom

• Have a hearty and delicious breakfast once you wake up in the morning, at Yuksom.

• Head to Bagdogra for the return journey.

• From the Bagdogra airport, you can catch a flight up to Delhi, and plan your journey onwards.

There are two ways to reach Darjeeling, by flight and by train. Delhi is a good starting point to start your journey for the trek. Both direct flights and trains are available from Delhi to reach Darjeeling.

By Flight:Take a direct flight from Delhi Airport (DEL) to Bagdogra Airport (IXB). Then reach your hotel and/or the stay mentioned in your tour package. This is the fastest way to reach West Bengal as the quickest duration of the flight is 2 hours. You can then hire a taxi that will take you to Darjeeling in about 2 hours 30 mins.

By Train:You can reach Darjeeling from Delhi by train. You will start your journey from New Delhi Railway Station (NDLS) and reach at the New Jalpaiguri Junction (NJP). A train journey will naturally take longer than a flight. The minimum duration by train will be 20 hours. The distance from the railway station to Darjeeling is about 3 hours by road.

Once you reach West Bengal, from there you will have to hire a cab or take a bus to your respective hotels and meet your tour guides to begin your trek to Singalila. Start your tour with the stunning beauty of Darjeeling- the Queen of Hills.

The best time to explore the Singalila trek is during the spring and winter seasons. Although both seasons have their ups and downs, it entirely depends on you which weather suits your level of adventure. Also, be mindful of your fitness before heading on for the trek.

Spring Season:The months of April and March are pleasant and are comparatively easier to trek through than the others. The trails are dolled up with colorful flowers blooming left and right. Moreover, the classic rhododendrons are also in full bloom which makes the hiking trail look even prettier. Spring is also a good time for beginners to join the Singalila trek who are looking to challenge themselves to a moderate-level trek as the temperature is also higher than most of the year i.e. between 6-12 degrees at higher altitudes.

Winter Season:For those of you who want to experience the trek during the snow season, October to January are the best months to do so. Even though the temperature falls pretty low, the sky remains clear which gives you an astounding view of the night sky, and the snow-covered mountains are a sight to behold. However, trekking during winter, the trek gets difficult as the weather gets very harsh, and snowfall can also make it harder to cover the trails.

There are a number of trekking routes to cover the Singalila trek. The various trekking routes take you through small villages and the duration varies accordingly. The longer routes may take up to a total of 12-14 days to complete the trek. And the shortest duration to cover the trek is 6-7 days.