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 Kangchendzunga Trek (SIKKIM HIMALAYAS) |
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March To May & October-November |
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6-days Tour, 9-days Trek |
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Strenuous |
| Highest Point |
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4,940m approx. |
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| The trek goes through moss-laden forests, abounding in a variety of flora and fauna, through scenarios of grazing yaks, mountain sheep and Tibetan resettlement villages, passes with flattering flags. The trail leads through some of the most spectacular forested areas of Sikkim particularly beautiful during the spring when the rhododendrons, giant magnolias and a profusion of other wildflowers are in full bloom. At Dzongri one comes face to face with a magnificent view of Mount Kangchenzonga (8585 Mts.), which, to the Sikkimese, is an all-powerful God. As we hike along ridge tops, our views of the peak are steady, awesome, and intimate. The Five Treasures of Great Snow, possibly the most sacred, and surely the most imposing of the world's great peaks, reveals herself. A rugged terrain from Smiti Lake leads to Goecha La (4940 Mts.), the highest point on the trek. The top of the pass places you at the foot of Kangchenzonga, as close to the mountain as possible. On the return journey from Goecha La one can keep a look out for rare high altitude birds and the Blue Sheep. Gradually rise along the east ridge of Dzongri till Phedang and from there descend to Tsoka/Bakhim and on to Yuksum, from where you drive to Gangtok and visit the famous Buddhist Monastery of Rumtek. |
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 Day 01: Arrive Delhi |
| Arrive at New Delhi’s international airport a SITA representative will be waiting for you outside the EXIT gate of arrival terminal, holding a placard. Met upon arrival and transfer to your hotel for overnight stay. |
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Day 02: Delhi-Bagdogra (Flight 9W 601 D: 1005 A: 1200)
Bagdogra-Darjeeling (Drive 82 Kms, 3 Hours) |
| After a buffet breakfast, you will be transferred to domestic airport to board the flight 9W 601 for Bagdogra. Met upon arrival at Bagdogra airport and proceed for a drive to Darjeeling, a three hours drive uphill through tea gardens and small towns. We will occasionally meet the famous Darjeeling toy train, huffing and puffing across the road Rest of the evening will be at leisure. |
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