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Embark on a 6-day Lepchakha Trek and uncover the mesmerizing essence of the Dooars. Trek through the forests of Buxa Tiger Reserve, visit the historic Buxa Fort, and witness breathtaking vistas from Lepcha-Kha. Experience the tranquillity of Jayanti and enjoy a thrilling wildlife safari at Jaldapara National Park. Along the way, discover local village life, Dukpa culture, and the charm of a homestay experience.
You can enjoy a jaw-dropping view of the Dooars region from here.
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Day by day
Upon arrival, meet our representative and transfer to 28 Mile Busty, your stop for today.
Enjoy the Dooars homestay experience here.
Spend the evening at leisure.
Overnight stay in 28 Mile Busty.
Enjoy the beautiful morning in this lovely hamlet. Surrounded by teak forest and overlooking the Sinchula hill range in the backdrop, the morning view of this area will give you a perfect boost for the trek.
After breakfast, leave the place and drive to Santalabari. It is a small settlement with a few houses, and this is where our trek to Lepchakha begins.
The trek route goes through the forest of the Buxa Tiger Reserve, one of the largest national parks in India.
From the last vehicle point, trek for 1 hour to reach Sadar Bazar. Check into the homestay and visit the nearby mountain stream for river activity.
After that, return to the homestay and, after lunch, explore the historical Buxa Fort.
Buxa Fort has an interesting history. Previously, the King of Bhutan used the fort to protect a portion of the famous Silk Route, which connected India and Tibet via Bhutan, but later it was abandoned. This area was a point of contention between the King of Bhutan and the Cooch kings. After the British intervened at the invitation of the Cooch King and captured the fort, it was formally handed over to them on 11th November 1865 as part of the Treaty of Sinchula. The British restored the fort from its original bamboo and wood structure into a stone structure. Later, they used it as a high-security prison and detention camp for freedom fighters. This fort was the most unreachable prison in India after the Cellular Jail in Andaman.
Also explore the surrounding village to learn about the local culture and daily life.
Return to the homestay, and in the evening, enjoy a storytelling session on the history of this place.
You may hear the loud sound of barking deer near your homestay. Overnight stay at Buxa Sadar.
Wake up in the morning to the chirping of birds.
After a hearty breakfast, start the trek to Lepcha-Kha. It begins as a gradual walk up to Buxa Fort, followed by a steep climb.
From Buxa Fort, it takes around 1.5 hours to reach Lepcha-Kha, and this trail is famous for birdwatching. Lepcha-Kha is marked by a Chorten and an open field.
You can enjoy a jaw-dropping view of the Dooars region from here.
In the afternoon, go for a village walk and explore the local Dukpa culture.
Spend your evening at leisure.
Overnight stay at Lepcha-Kha.
In the morning, when the sunlight hits the forest trees, the dew evaporates and creates a misty look - you must wake up early to experience this spectacular view.
After enjoying this magnificent sight, relish a tasty breakfast and start your trek to Jayanti.
It will be a downhill walk for one hour through the forest until Katlung Khola (river).
From Katlung Khola, continue with a river trek for 2 hours to reach Jayanti.
The views during today's river trek will be truly mesmerizing.
Jayanti is a beautiful and quiet place on the bank of the Jayanti River.
In the afternoon, go for a jungle safari adventure.
Return to your place by evening and spend time at leisure.
Overnight at Jayanti.
The morning view of Jayanti is hard to describe in a few words.
Apart from its astounding natural beauty, you will hear the morning chorus of innumerable birds.
After breakfast, check out and transfer to Jaldapara National Park.
Visit Totopara in the afternoon and experience their daily life.
Spend the evening at leisure.
Go for an early morning jungle safari in Jaldapara National Park.
One-horned rhinoceros, elephant, Indian bison, leopard, barking deer, and Indian spotted deer - this national park is excellent for wild animal sightings.
After breakfast, start your journey towards the airport or railway station for your onward journey.
Where this trip takes you
Lepcha-Kha ridgeline, Buxa Fort ruins, Jayanti River banks, Jaldapara National Park
The route
The fine print
All airport/hotel transfers.
All sightseeing.
Accommodation in a homestay at 28 Mile Busty, and 2-star hotel or cottage accommodation in Jayanti and Cooch Behar.
Accommodation and 3 meals daily (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) during the trek.
Morning and evening tea with snacks every day during the trek.
Professional and highly experienced English/Hindi-speaking local mountain guides.
All expenses for the guide.
All necessary permits needed for the trek.
Still and video camera charges.
Note: Nutritious veg meals and egg dishes will be provided during the trek. For this trek, we try as much as we can to add locally produced organic vegetables to your menu. You will mostly have Indian and Nepali cuisines for lunch and dinner.
Any personal expenses such as telephone calls, battery recharge, shopping, extra porters, beverages, laundry, etc.
Your travel insurance.
Any kind of insurance covering medical or emergency evacuation, lost items, and theft expenses, etc.
Client's personal gear for the trek.
Client offload expense.
Additional costs caused by delays beyond management's control, such as landslides, bad weather conditions, itinerary modifications for safety concerns, illness, changes in government policy, political instability, strikes, road blockades, or any other natural calamities.
Tips for trekking staff and driver. Tipping is not mandatory and is up to your satisfaction.
Anything that is not in the included list.
Comfortable and warm clothes.
A good backpack (50-60 L). If you want to offload your backpack, then carry a daysack (20 L).
Good-quality trekking shoes, slippers, and an extra pair of socks.
Rain jacket/poncho.
First-aid kit and basic medication (if any).
Sunscreen lotion or any other skin moisturizers.
Water bottles, backpack, and energy bars/snacks.
A pair of sunglasses.
Balaclava/cap.
Gloves.
Headlamp (with spare batteries).
Personal toiletries.
Pay attention to your guide to enjoy a safe and sound trekking experience.
Do not consume alcohol or any other intoxicants during the trek.
Do not go outside your homestay premises at night without speaking to your guide.
Carry basic medications and a first-aid kit during the trek.
It is our responsibility to keep nature clean. Please do not encourage littering in local places or campsites.
While visiting any religious sites, do not hurt local sentiments and maintain quietness.
You can off-load your personal baggage for the whole trek at an additional cost.
Tipping is not mandatory. It is up to your satisfaction.
Logistics
Your 6 days finish where they began, in Distt. Darjeeling Siliguri.
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