Itinerary

1. Day 1: Delhi/Mumbai to Bagdogra (by plane) - Drive to Dentam (1980 M)

   • Upon arrival, meet our representative at the Bagdogra airport and transfer to Dentam, a small village near Uttarey. 
   • Enroute, you will cross the Teesta River, the largest river here. Most of the land of Sikkim is covered by lush greenery, and you will enjoy the drive. We drive through small villages and forest areas to reach Dentam. You will stay on a farm stay from where you can see the ridgeline of your trek route. 
   • Afternoon you may wish to walk around the village. Evening we will have a briefing about the trek. Spend the rest at leisure.

2. Day 2 - Acclimatization Day - Village Exploration

   • After breakfast, we visit Upper Begha village, where you can experience the traditional village lifestyle of Sikkim. 
   • First, hike to Begha sheep farm, the only sheep farm in Sikkim where the rare Banpala sheep is protected. There is a viewpoint just above the Sheep farm from where you can see Pelling and the Indo-Nepal border. 
   • From here, we trek uphill for 30 mins to reach the local sheep weaving center, where you can experience the traditional sheep wool-making process. The villagers mostly practice agriculture, and you can interact with the locals while walking through the village trails. You won't find any local eatery here as this village doesn't fall in the tourist landmark. We can arrange hot lunch in a villager's house where you will taste the traditional Sikkimese cuisine. 
   • After lunch, you can hike back to your (1.5 hr) stay and spend the rest of the day leisurely.

3. Day 3 - Dentam to Uttarey - Trek to Achaley

   • After breakfast, check out from your property, and we will drive (20 mins) to Uttarey. After a quick introduction with the support staff, you start your trek. Today we trek to Achaley campsite in Barsey Rhododendron Sanctuary. Achaley is a beautiful campsite surrounded by dense Malindro (Dwarf Bamboo) forest, and one sees Mt. Kanchenjunga from here. 

   Trek start altitude: 2012 M

   Highest Altitude: 2805 M

4. Day 4 - Achaley to Kalijhar Trek

   • After breakfast, we start our trek to Kalijhar. The initial 2 hours will be a gradient walk till we reach Thilodhap, which is a big open area. From here, the final stretch to Kalijhar is steep. It will take 2 hrs to reach the campsite from here. The view from this campsite is breathtaking as you can see the iconic "Sleeping Buddha" view of Mt Kanchenjunga right from your campsite. The evening will be cold here.

   Trek start altitude: 2805 M

   Highest Altitude: 3400 M

5. Day 5 - Kalijhar to Phokteydara and Trek to Majordara

   • Spectacle a beautiful sunrise view from your campsite. After breakfast, we explore Phokteydara top and later trek to Majordara campsite via Chewabhanjan Pass.

   Trek start altitude: 3400 M

   Highest Altitude: 3650 M

6. Day 6 - Majordara to Dhoor Trek

   • After breakfast, we trek through a gradient trail for 20 mins to reach an open area. Gairi is the name of this place. From here, the route becomes steep. One has to be careful while walking here because of the loose rocks. We pass a rhododendron forest and reach the ridge of a mountain. 
   • From here, we take a ridgeline for our walk. It again becomes windy from here. We do zigzags between India and Nepal most of the time from here. Walking along the ridgeline, one sees the beautiful landscapes of Sikkim on the right and Nepal on the left. The final 45-minute stretch is a steep and challenging climb with strong winds. There is no human settlement in Dhoor except a Nomadic Yak hut. Our campsite is a 15-minute walk from here. On a clear day, one can see Mt. Kanchenjungha, Mt. Makalu, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Chamlang etc., from here. 
   • In the afternoon, we explore the Dhoor campsite. Birds like Snow Partridge and Blood Pheasant can be seen here.

   Trek start Altitude: 3400 M

   Highest Altitude: 3749 M

7. Day 7 - Dhoor to Pareymegu Trek

   • We wake up early in the morning and walk for 15 minutes to reach a sunrise point. Watching the sunrise, we return to the campsite and post breakfast, we start. The trek starts with a steep climb as we traverse a rocky mountain, cross cliffs and reach a Rhododendron zone. During spring time when Rhododendron flowers bloom, this route becomes very colourful. The Kangchenjunga range keeps coming in and going out of sight throughout the day’s walk. We continue our trek to reach an area above the Rhododendron forest. The landscape widens here, and we trek under an open sky. 
   • After walking for an hour, a sudden turn treats you to the spectacular sight of a vast open valley surrounded by mountains. The breathtaking view will stop you here for a few moments. Green grasslands, clouds, a brilliant azure sky and mountains – make this valley nothing short of a fairyland. This is Pareymeghu, our campsite for today.

   Trek start altitude: 3749 M

   Highest Altitude: 3950 M

8. Day 8 - Pareymegu to Lampokhri Trek

   • We take the only trail towards the North. Keeping a stream on the left side, we walk continuously on a gradient trail. This river acts as the border between India & Nepal. The mountains on the other side of the river are in Nepal, and our present trekking route is in India. You will enjoy walking this trail as, most of the time, and mountains will surround you. After 2 hours of trekking from Pareymegu, we'll cross a frozen river and reach a flat open area, Ghoomney. 
   • From Ghoomney, we go down and cross the river. The route again becomes a gradient from here. Walking upward, you will see Mt. Makalu on the left side. This view will surely sweep away all the fatigue and ease your spirits. In the meantime, you could see a lake on the right – Hans Pokhri. You can see another small waterbody beside the route, Kanchi Pokhri. We rest here for a while before we walk towards Lampokhari campsite.

   Trek start altitude: 3905 M

   Highest Altitude: 4297 M

9. Day 9 - Lampokhri Exploration Day

   • After breakfast, we explore Laxmipokhri- one of the holiest lakes in this region. The trek starts with a steep climb as we cross Dafey Bhir La (4650 mtr), the highest mountain pass of this trek route. The last stretch before Dafey Bhir La is treacherous due to loose rocks and stones. Once you reach the top, give yourself some time to ease your breathing; you are now at 4650 meters, and the air is considerably thin here.
   • The beautiful Siniolchu mountain can be seen from here, and of course, the unforgettable Lampokhri. The first 20 minutes of walking on this trail will have restricted views before opening up to the grand sight of Kanchenjunga massif, Pandim, Kumbhakarna, Shimvo, Jupono and many other peaks. This is the most climactic moment of the Sikkim Sacred Lakes Trek, the raison d’etre. From here, we trek for 30 mins to visit Sikkim Twin Lake, and further 1 hr, we reach Laxmipokhri.

   Trek start altitude: 4297 M

   Highest Altitude: 4650 M

10. Day 10 - Lampokhri to Gomathang Trek

    • From two high passes to the river, it’s going to be a crazy adventurous day! As we climb up, there will be almost no vegetation. We cross Dafeybhir La again today and take a different route to Kag Bhir La. The jaw-dropping view of the Himalayas will be a highlight today, and as we reach the pass, you will get a beautiful view of Kanchenjunga, Kabru, Pandim and other mountains from there. It will be a steep descent to Gomathang (3800 m) from here. The nearby river has its own charm. There will be a lot of wind activity here at this campsite. 

    Trek start altitude: 4297 M

    Highest Altitude: 4650 M

11. Day 11 - Gomathang to Pangding Trek

    • Enjoy your morning at Gomathang. The sound of the river will bring peace to your soul. Today we start with a meadow walk and then enter Rhododendron and silver fir forest. It will be an easy walk today before we reach Pangding, where we take a steep trail to reach our campsite. This campsite also offers an exotic view of the big Himalayan mountains. Overnight stay in a tent.

    Trek start altitude: 3800 M

    Highest Altitude: 4238 M

12. Day 12 - Pangding to Dzongri Trek

    • Today’s trek starts with a descent. We down for about an hour and then climb up again. We cross two rivers, Tikep Chu and Rathong Chu, on our way to Dzongri. Dzongri is more like a junction point where various trails go in different directions. That is why Dzongri is always a busy campsite. 
    • In the afternoon, go for a short birdwatching walk to see Blood Pheasant, the state bird of Sikkim. 

    Trek start altitude: 4268 M

    Trek end Altitude: 4050 M

13. Day 13 - Dzongri to Kokchurong Trek

    • We start in the dark to reach the Dzongri top to experience spectacular sunrise over Kanchenjunga and other peaks. It will take around 45 min to reach the top. A sunrise view from the Dzongri top is something which you will never forget. 
    • Experiencing this beauty, we return to the campsite, and after breakfast, we start for Kokchurong. It will be a lovely walk today as the view of Kanchenjunga, Pandim and other Himalayan peaks will always be with us. It will be around 5 hrs to reach our campsite. At a height of 3658 m, Kokchurong is a lovely place. With Prek chu (River) flowing just beside the campsite, its gurgling sound is so amazing, and you can spend your hours just watching the flowing river.

    Trek start altitude: 4050 M

    Trek end Altitude: 3658 M

14. Day 14 - Kokchurong to Lamuney Campsite

    • After breakfast, we trek to Lamuney campsite. There will be many boulder crossings today until we reach Thansing campsite. Mt Pandim dominates the landscape while Kanchenjunga rises in the backdrop - Today's view will be one of the best of the trek. Lamuney is one of the best campsites on this entire route.

15. Day 15 - Lamuney to Goechala Viewpoint and trek back to Thansing

    • We start around 4 am today for Goecha La viewpoint. This journey is something that you will cherish forever. Trek amidst night in freezing weather is so adventurous. It will take around 1.5 hrs to reach the Goecha La viewpoint (4750 m). While standing here, you can see the gigantic view of Mt. Kanchenjunga, the world’s third-highest peak at a stone-throwing distance. Mt. Pandim (6691 m) also looks so massive from here. On your way down to the camp, the view of Kabru and other peaks will make you speechless. 
    • After returning to the campsite, we have our breakfast and move towards Thansing (3895 m). It will take 1.5 hr to get there. We spend the afternoon at leisure.

    Trek start altitude: 4150 M

    Trek end Altitude: 3895 M

    Highest Altitude: 4750 M

16. Day 16 - Thansing to Tsokha Trek

    • After breakfast, we will start at our destination – Tshokha. On the way return, when you look back at the mighty Kanchenjunga, you are amazed to think about the Goechala viewpoint, We take the same trail up to Kokchurong, but from here, we will take another trail to reach Phedang. The trail goes through dense Rhododendron forest. During spring, this trail looks so beautiful. After Phedang, it’s all downhill to Tshokha.

    Trek start altitude: 3895 M

    Trek end Altitude: 2957 M

17. Day 17 - Tshokha to Yuksom Trek

    • We start in the morning for Yuksom – our endpoint. The trail is downhill most of the time, and you enjoy the dense forest walk. You meet the new trekking group on your way down and it brings the souvenir of the journey you started two weeks ago. Upon arrival at Yuksom road-head, our trek ends, and you will be transferred to a homestay.

18. Day 18 - Yuksom Exploration Day

    • After breakfast, we explore the Coronation Throne of Norbugang, Karthok Lake, Dubdi Monastery and Yuksom Bazar area. Spend the evening at leisure.

19. Day 19 - Yuksom to Bagdogra Airport

    • After breakfast, we transfer you to Bagdogra/Darjeeling/Gangtok for onward travel.