Sandakphu & Phalut Trek

Panoramic Himalayan Views – See Everest, Kanchenjunga, Lhotse, and Makalu.

Sleeping Buddha Formation – View the famous Sleeping Buddha mountain shape.

Rhododendron Forests – Trek through colorful rhododendron forests.

Himalayan Villages – Walk through charming villages along the India–Nepal border.

Peaceful Mountain Trails – Enjoy quiet trekking paths away from jeep roads.

Day 0: Arrival in Darjeeling – Trip Briefing

Arrive in Darjeeling and report at Himalaya Agencies / The Great Hikes Office for trek briefing, gear check, and safety instructions. Rest of the day free for exploration or relaxation. Overnight in Darjeeling.

Day 01: Drive to Rimbick – Trek to Gurdum (2,400 m)

Drive 3–4 hrs to Rimbick, then trek 6 km (3–4 hrs) through forests, terraced fields, and streams to reach Gurdum village. Overnight in lodge or homestay.

Day 02: Trek Gurdum to Sandakphu (3,636 m)

Steady climb to Sandakphu, West Bengal’s highest peak, through forests and ridgelines. Arrive by afternoon to enjoy panoramic views of Kanchenjunga, Everest, Lhotse, and Makalu. Sunset views unforgettable. Overnight in lodge.

Day 03: Trek Sandakphu to Phalut (3,600 m)

Ridge walk along the Singalila Ridge with Nepal on one side and India on the other, offering continuous Himalayan views. Reach remote Phalut for a relaxing afternoon amid open landscapes. Overnight in lodge.

Day 04: Trek Phalut to Ramam via Sabarkum & Gorkhey

Descend through forests and alpine meadows via Sabarkum to Gorkhey village, then continue alongside streams to Ramam, nestled in dense forests and mountain rivers. Overnight in lodge or homestay.

Day 05: Trek Ramam to Srikhola – Drive to Darjeeling

A relaxed final walk-through forests and villages to Srikhola. From Srikhola, drive back to Darjeeling, marking the end of this unforgettable journey along the Singalila Ridge.

A breathtaking Himalayan trek along the India–Nepal border

Ask the operator about the fitness needed for this journey.