Loading
Phone1800 960 693AustraliaMonday to Friday 8am - 9pm (AEDT)
Travel Agent Login

7-Day Hiking in the Himalayas to Sandakphu from Darjeeling

  • view trip mapView Trip Map
  • downloadDownload
  • shareShare

Overview

Get close to the borders of Nepal and India on one of the most scenic hikes there are!

Starting in the tea country of Darjeeling, you'll spend a week in the mountains where like does not really get more remote! Staying in small local teahouses, you'll make a gradual ascent to ensure that you are hiking safely before we make the greatest achievement of the trip, the ascent to the Singalilia Ridge where you'll see "the big 4" Everest in Nepal, Lhotse in Tibet, Makalu on the border of Tibet and Nepal and Kanchenjunga in Sikkim.

Hiking in India requires a moderate level of fitness and good level of health as this altitude is quite high.
Hiking & Trekking

Itinerary

Day 1

Arrival in Bagdogra

Hide details accordion
Arrival in Bagdogra

On your arrival, you will be greeted warmly by our representative, who will give you a short brief on the tour and hand you over the travel documents before taking you to the car. The journey runs on the traditional Hill Cart Road snaking its way through the Sal forests of Mahananda Wildlife Sanctuary and then slowly climbing up the hills to Kurseong – a tea-growing area dotted with lush green garden. Arrive and check into your hotel in Darjeeling.

  • accommodation icon
    Accommodation

    Hotel Villa Everest2 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
  • activities icon
    Activities

    Chowrasta DarjeelingOptional Activity

  • transportations icon
    Transportations

    Private Driver from Bagdogra Airport to Darjeeling

  • meals icon
    Meals

    Dinner

  • destination icon
    Destinations

    Darjeeling

Day 2

Maneybhanjang to Tonglu

Hide details accordion
Maneybhanjang to Tonglu

After a leisurely breakfast, you will take a car to the local town of Maneybhanjang. From here your trek begins! Your trek begins in meadows which quickly lead to rhododendron forests. All of the way you will have epic views of Mount Kanchenjunga. You camp the night at Trekkers Hut in Tonglu. Here the view is nothing short of spellbinding.

  • accommodation icon
    Accommodation

    Tonglu Trekkers' Hut

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
  • activities icon
    Activities

    Mane Bhanjang to Tonglu (7106ft/10200ft)

  • transportations icon
    Transportations

    Private Driver from Darjeeling to Mane Bhanjang

  • meals icon
    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

  • destination icon
    Destinations

    Darjeeling

    Mane Bhanjang

    Singalila Forest

Day 3

Tonglu to Sandakphu

Hide details accordion
Tonglu to Sandakphu

The trail today will begin with an ascent. By midday, you will reach Jabari, where you stop for a tea break. Then, start ascending once again to Singalila Ridge. The trek is fairly short to give your body enough time to acclimatise. Have some rest, then head for the top of the Singalila Ridge! After 3 hours of trekking uphill you'll crest the ridge where you are rewarded with the most spectacular views. You will have the afternoon at camp to explore the area and find the best viewpoints.

  • accommodation icon
    Accommodation

    Kalipokhri Lake

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
  • activities icon
    Activities

    Tonglu to Sandakphu (12108ft)

    Trek from Kalpokhri Lake to Singalila Ridge

  • meals icon
    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

  • destination icon
    Destinations

    Singalila Forest

    Kalipokhri

Day 4

Sandakphu to Phalut

Hide details accordion
Sandakphu to Phalut

Make sure you get up early to experience the beautiful sunrise over Kanchenjunga and get the star photo! After breakfast, you will make your way along the undulating ridge. The trail is not demanding and you will have plenty of time to admire the incredible views along the way.

 At midday you will arrive at Sabagram, where you have a lunch break, then continue to Phalut.

  • accommodation icon
    Accommodation

    Phalut Trekkers Hut

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
  • activities icon
    Activities

    Sandakphu to Phalut (12108ft/11988ft)

  • meals icon
    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

  • destination icon
    Destinations

    Kalipokhri

    West Bengal

    Singalila Forest

Day 5

Phalut to Rammam

Hide details accordion
Phalut to Rammam

After your breakfast in Phalut, you will begin your descent from the ridge. You head east down through chestnut forests and rhododendrons all the while looking out for animals and birds. After several hours, depending on the weather this day, you will reach the lovely village of Rammam next to the river where you stay the night. Feel free to stroll around Rammam before settling down for an early night.

  • accommodation icon
    Accommodation

    Rammam Teahouse

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
  • activities icon
    Activities

    Trek from Phalut to Rammam (11988ft/8525ft)

  • meals icon
    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

  • destination icon
    Destinations

    Singalila Forest

    Rammam

Day 6

Rammam to Sirikhola

Hide details accordion
Rammam to Sirikhola

Today is a pleasant descent through farmland and beautiful forests. After crossing over the Sirikhola river you break for lunch. On reaching Sirikhola, there will be a car waiting for us to drive to Darjeeling which will take around 4 hours. You have a relaxed evening in the hotel or you can also explore the market in the evening.

  • accommodation icon
    Accommodation

    Hotel Villa Everest2 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
  • activities icon
    Activities

    Trek Rammam to Sirikhola

  • transportations icon
    Transportations

    Private Driver from Sirikhola to Darjeeling

  • meals icon
    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

  • destination icon
    Destinations

    Rammam

    West Bengal

    Darjeeling

Day 7

Departure

Hide details accordion
Departure

Your time spent hiking in India has come to an end. Transfer to the airport to return home.

  • transportations icon
    Transportations

    Private Driver from Darjeeling to Bagdogra Airport

  • destination icon
    Destinations

    Darjeeling

Included in Price

  • 6 nights accommodation
  • 6 activities
  • 5 breakfasts, 5 lunches and 6 dinners
  • Airport transfer
  • Entrance fees
  • Ground transportation
  • Licensed English speaking guides

Not Included in Price

  • Alcohol beverages
  • Domestic flights
  • Entry visas / airport departure tax
  • Gratuities
  • International flights
  • Laundry
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Trekking permits
pdf icon

Want to Read This Later?

Download this trip itinerary as a PDF and start planning your next trip offline!

Why Choose Designer Journeys

access

Access Exclusive Experiences

Open your eyes to a world of exclusive experiences that will make your next trip extraordinary. Designer Journeys’ local travel designers are connected to unique experiences that are out of reach for most people – so you’ll return with some amazing stories to tell.

local expertise

Extraordinary Local Expertise

Using highly experienced local travel designers means you have access to your very own local expert. You'll find experiences you never knew existed, avoid some of the common pitfalls and, most of all, feel like you have an insider guiding you every step of the way.

support

Supported Every Step of the Way

Our in-destination local travel designers are the first line of support when you are travelling. They are in your time zone and have the local expertise and knowledge to solve any issue that may arise – making you feel more confident about your trip.

custom travel designed

Travel Designed For You

Designer Journeys style of travel is all about how you want to travel – its private travel designed exactly to your needs. Our local travel designers customise every trip to suit you, whether completely bespoke or based on one or more of our 2,000+ gallery of itineraries.

Image - Designer Journeys
Image - Designer Journeys
DESIGN YOUR EXTRAORDINARY

Why Travel with Designer Journeys

Smile icon
Your Trip. Your Version of Extraordinary.

At Designer Journeys, we know that we all travel differently. That's why you decide where you travel, how you travel and your travel experiences when you design your trip with us.

Message icon
Connect and Design With an Expert.

Our trusted Local Designers use their destination insight, local knowledge and travel planning expertise to build your extraordinary trip. Our dedicated Travel Concierge team will be there every step of the way to ensure your perfect trip becomes reality.

Trust icon
Book with Confidence. We are Trusted.

Secure payment platforms, multiple accreditations, rigorous Local Designer selection process, and decades of travel expertise means you are in safe hands with Designer Journeys.

As seen on
Partners