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Sikkim-360-Degrees
March 13, 2012A land where adventure and surprises never ceases at every turn of the path less trodden..
Duration : 9 Days
Day 04: Excursion To Yumthnag Valley and; Back
Day 05: Lachung to Gangtok
Day 06: Gangtok To Tsomgo Lake and; Baba Mandir
Vehicle Provided: - Mahindra maxx / tata sumo / similar for all transportations. Maruti van/ alto/similar for local Gangtok site seeing.
The mighty snow capped Himalayan Mountains towering into the sky, gigantic waterfalls, medows, valleys full of flowers, a unique blend of buddhist and hindu culture, Monasteries and temples, Rugged Himalayan roads that make vehicles rappel and climb..
Itinerary : Sikkim 360 Degree Safari
Destination : Gangtok, Lachen, Lachung, and Pelling
Hi-lights:
Gangtok, Lachen, Lachung, Pelling, Yumthang Valley, Gurudongmar Lake, Kanchenjunga National Park, Tsomgo Lake, Bakthang Falls, Enchey Monastery ,Do-Dul Chorten, Institute of Tibetology, Baba Mandir, Pemayangtse Monastery, Rimbi Falls, and Kanchenjunga falls, Khecheopalri Lake, Darap Village and Rabdentse Ruins...
Grade: Deluxe or Super-Deluxe
Sikkim 360 Degrees Safari (Silliguri to Silliguri)
Day 01: Arrival NJP /IXB/ Siliguri To Gangtok
On arrival at NJP / Bagdogra / Siliguri you will be transferred to Gangtok. Overnight stay at Gangtok hotel
Day 02 : Gangtok To Lachen
Day 03: Excursion Trip To Gurudongmar Lake and; Back .
Mornin
Mornin
Day 04: Excursion To Yumthnag Valley and; Back
Early Morning visit Yumthang-valley (known as Valley of Flowers), the locals believe that Yumthang is the summer grazing ground of the yaks & winter playgrounds of yetis. On the way back visit the Hot Spring considered to have medicinal properties. Back to resort for lunch. Rest of the day free.Overnight stay at Lachung hotel.
Day 05: Lachung to Gangtok
After breakfast departure (8.00 am,) for Gangtok ,en route witness the Beautification of the wonderful Bheema and; Twin Falls. Overnight stay at Gangtok hotel.
Day 06: Gangtok To Tsomgo Lake and; Baba Mandir
After breakfast day excursion to Tsomgo Lake (departure in the morning) - situated at a height of 3,780 mts. with an average depth of 50 ft. The cool water of the Lake is perfectly attuned with the scenic beauty around. Return to Gangtok. Overnight halt at Gangtok Hotel
Day 07: in Gangtok sightseeing and transfer to Pelling
After breakfast start half-.day city tour, covering Bakthang Falls, Enchey Monastry ,Do-Dul Chorten, Institute of Tibetology, Flower show and cottage industry and transfer to Pelling One can enjoy the spectacular Eastern Himalayan Range from Pelling. Overnight stay at Pelling hotel.
Day 08 : In Pelling sightseeing
After breakfast start for day sight seeing which includes Pemayangtse Monastery, Rimbi Falls, and Kanchenjunga falls, Khecheopalri Lake, Darap Village and Rabdentse Ruins and view point . Overnight stay at Pelling hotel
Day 09: Pelling To NJP / IXB / Siliguri.
After breakfast transfer to NJP/ IXB/ Siliguri for return journey.
Package Includes : Accommodation in super deluxe double rooms / Daily Bed Tea, Breakfast at Gangtok and Pelling / All meals at Lachen and Lachung /Day excursion to Tsomgo Lake & Baba Mandir./ visit to Gurudonmar Lake from Lachen and Yumthang valley from Lachung / transfer from Gangtok to Pelling / 1 ss at Pelling / 1 ss at Gangtok and 1 SS at Pelling / Pickup and drop from NJP / Siliguri or IXB / all taxes
Vehicle Provided: - Mahindra maxx / tata sumo / similar for all transportations. Maruti van/ alto/similar for local Gangtok site seeing.
Package Excludes: - whatever not mentioned in the above inclusions, tips, porter-age, mineral water, room heater, entry fees at ss points, In-transit food.
We can book your train tickets (Mumbai to Kolkata and Kolkata to NJP/Silliguri) or Help you with flights from Mumbai to Bagdogra Airport (Silliguri).
NOTE:
For visiting Tsomgo and North Sikkim, permit is required. It is mandatory that guest should carry 04 copies (02 copies for Tsomgo and 02 copies for Lachung) of Pass-port size photograph and Original ID proof (Identity Card – Voter ID card/Pass-port/Driving License etc) for processing of permit.For visit in various Places of Sikkim Permition is required and send the naming list, age and Gender of all the Guest at the time of booking confirmation.
NOTE:
In case of landslides, road blockage, snowfall, strikes, bandhs, or break down in vehicle due to rugged Himalayan Terrain guests getting stranded on the road or has to change the tour programme because of the mentioned causes , the extra expenses incurred for transportation and accommodation with food will have to be paid by the guests. The travel agent or person concerned in arranging the tour will not be held responsible in any manner. Before confirming a tour please clarify with the Trave agent or concerned person. No claims / refunds will be entertained later on.
Unused resources / facilities will not be refunded.
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A few good pictures.. few great memories.. millions of moments cherished.. sharing my sikkim in albums below. A lot more would be added and edited later.. As for now enjoy the experience..
Sikkim few memories
North Sikkim Album
West Sikkim Around PellingSouth Sikkim Album - A day out with locals
Kechopalri Lake Album
East Sikkim and around Gangtok
A few good pictures.. few great memories.. millions of moments cherished.. sharing my sikkim in albums below. A lot more would be added and edited later.. As for now enjoy the experience..
PS: Pictures and Videos don't justify the real experience.. If you are in for real thing join Nature Knights on Real Eco-Adventure Experience to Sikkim.. don't forget to tighten your seats belts before the journey begins..to the last Shangri La in Himalayas..
Sikkim few memories
North Sikkim Album
West Sikkim Around PellingSouth Sikkim Album - A day out with locals
Kechopalri Lake Album
East Sikkim and around Gangtok
Sikkim Trek
October 14, 2010One of the best treks in Himalayas.
Snow white Majestic Himalayan Peaks soaring over 20,000 feet plus
Turquoise Coloured Lakes
Jungles with Coniferous, Magnoleas, Rhodendrons, Orchids, Bright Coloured Birds..
Has all the makings of Magical Life Time Experiences..
GeochaLa, Dzongri, Smiti Lake, Thangsing, Tshoka, Yuksam, Pelling..
Eco-Adventure Trip
(10 Days and 9 Nights)
Includes:
Transport from Siliguri to Pelling (Return by Jeeps)
(Food during Siliguri to Pelling journey not included.)
Stay and Siteseeing at Pelling 2 Nights (Stay and Food)
1 Night Stay at Yuksam (Stay and Food)
7 Days of Trekking (Food/Camping/Permits/Guide/Camping Cost included)
Standard food (Standard menu)..
Exclusions:
Anything not included in part of the program not included..
Fruit Juice, Airated Water, Bottled Water etc not include.
Non-Standard food item not include..
Un-utilised resources cost would not be refunded.
Any unplanned activity/stays and food at un-planned locations/ diversions due to act of Gods.. cost of the same is excluded..
Tentative planned schedule
Day 1 - NJP to Pelling Jeep ride
Rest and acclimatize
Day 2 - Wakeup to the jaw dropping view of Kanchenjunga
(Third Highest Peak in the world) 8598 meters.
Visit to Kechopali Lake, Monasteries near Pelling, Crown of first Chogyal King of Sikkim, Phuntsog Namgyal. (Places to be covered depends upto time available and energy level of the participants)..
Day 3 - D 1 of trek
Drive to Yuksam
(Yuksam 1785 mts / 5854 ft) to Tsokha (3000 mts / 9840 ft)
(14 kms/ 5 to 6 hours)
Tshoka is one of the ideal places to watch the sunrise over Mt. Pandim. Settlement is sparse but cultivation of various crops in summer is a common practice. This is your next night halt after Bakhim.
The trek trail gently follows uphill along the Rathong River gorge, through dense mixed jungle with magnolia, rhododendron, ferns and several varieties of orchids, brightly colored birds, and the occasional monkey. One hour trek should bring to a point where you cross the Paha Khola bridge, (1,733m./5,685ft.). There is a swimming spot by a waterfall for those who can dare the chill of cold water. Around couple of hour into trek you you can stop for a snack break by a bridge over stream. Passing by sweet smelling viburnum we cross the Prek Chu River and then ascend steeply for two or three hours to arrive at Bakhim. A little higher up is the picturesque Tibetan refugee settlement of Tshoka where we set up camp. This is a long trekking day and you should expect to be pretty tired by the time you arrive at the camp.
Day 4 - D 2 of trek
Tsokha - Dzongri (4030 mts / 13218 ft)
(10 Kms/ 5 to 6 hours)
Dzongri is among the best trekking destinations not only in Sikkim but also in India. The Snow white peaks all around Dzongri are bound to keep you gazing with awe.The view from this place is like a paradise with patchwork of greens and gold streaked with blue - reminiscent of an abstract etching, framed by the majestic snowcapped peaks shining not very far away.
End-of-trip at Silliguri.
Trek 2
Snow white Majestic Himalayan Peaks soaring over 20,000 feet plus
Turquoise Coloured Lakes
Jungles with Coniferous, Magnoleas, Rhodendrons, Orchids, Bright Coloured Birds..
Has all the makings of Magical Life Time Experiences..
GeochaLa, Dzongri, Smiti Lake, Thangsing, Tshoka, Yuksam, Pelling..
Eco-Adventure Trip
(10 Days and 9 Nights)
Includes:
Transport from Siliguri to Pelling (Return by Jeeps)
(Food during Siliguri to Pelling journey not included.)
Stay and Siteseeing at Pelling 2 Nights (Stay and Food)
1 Night Stay at Yuksam (Stay and Food)
7 Days of Trekking (Food/Camping/Permits/Guide/Camping Cost included)
Standard food (Standard menu)..
Exclusions:
Anything not included in part of the program not included..
Fruit Juice, Airated Water, Bottled Water etc not include.
Non-Standard food item not include..
Un-utilised resources cost would not be refunded.
Any unplanned activity/stays and food at un-planned locations/ diversions due to act of Gods.. cost of the same is excluded..
Tentative planned schedule
Day 1 - NJP to Pelling Jeep ride
Rest and acclimatize
Day 2 - Wakeup to the jaw dropping view of Kanchenjunga
(Third Highest Peak in the world) 8598 meters.
Visit to Kechopali Lake, Monasteries near Pelling, Crown of first Chogyal King of Sikkim, Phuntsog Namgyal. (Places to be covered depends upto time available and energy level of the participants)..
Day 3 - D 1 of trek
Drive to Yuksam
(Yuksam 1785 mts / 5854 ft) to Tsokha (3000 mts / 9840 ft)
(14 kms/ 5 to 6 hours)
Tshoka is one of the ideal places to watch the sunrise over Mt. Pandim. Settlement is sparse but cultivation of various crops in summer is a common practice. This is your next night halt after Bakhim.
The trek trail gently follows uphill along the Rathong River gorge, through dense mixed jungle with magnolia, rhododendron, ferns and several varieties of orchids, brightly colored birds, and the occasional monkey. One hour trek should bring to a point where you cross the Paha Khola bridge, (1,733m./5,685ft.). There is a swimming spot by a waterfall for those who can dare the chill of cold water. Around couple of hour into trek you you can stop for a snack break by a bridge over stream. Passing by sweet smelling viburnum we cross the Prek Chu River and then ascend steeply for two or three hours to arrive at Bakhim. A little higher up is the picturesque Tibetan refugee settlement of Tshoka where we set up camp. This is a long trekking day and you should expect to be pretty tired by the time you arrive at the camp.
Day 4 - D 2 of trek
Tsokha - Dzongri (4030 mts / 13218 ft)
(10 Kms/ 5 to 6 hours)
Dzongri is among the best trekking destinations not only in Sikkim but also in India. The Snow white peaks all around Dzongri are bound to keep you gazing with awe.The view from this place is like a paradise with patchwork of greens and gold streaked with blue - reminiscent of an abstract etching, framed by the majestic snowcapped peaks shining not very far away.
The awesome presence of the great mountains thrusting their snowy peaks deciphers the strength of the Tethys Sea bulging its muscles to reach this towering height. No less than 14 of them soar majestically to 20,000 ft. plus. The centre of attraction of course remain the Kanchenjunga.
Snowfall is common around Dzongri especially during the winter months. The trekker should be well prepared to face the cold. The temperature may go below freezing point any time around the year.
Snowfall is common around Dzongri especially during the winter months. The trekker should be well prepared to face the cold. The temperature may go below freezing point any time around the year.
The trek to Dzongri is among the tougher ones in Sikkim. Even the experienced porters and guides get tired after reaching Dzongri. naturebeyond strongly recommend trekkers should go for regular fitness exercise for at least a month before coming for this trek.
Day 5 - D 3 of trek
Dzongri - Thangsing (3800 mts / 12464 ft)
(10 Kms/ 4 to 5 hours)
Thangsing situated at the base of the Jopine peak at 3930m. Beautiful natural scenery can be seen all around.
Day 6 - D 4 of trek
Thangsing - Samiti Lake (4500 mts/ 14660 ft)
(7 Kms / 3 to 4 hours)
Samiti Lake in Zemathang is beautifully enclosed on three sides by the Kanchanjunga, Pandim and Jopine peaks.
As you climb towards Goecha La Pass and pause to take a deep breadth, you can enjoy the colours of transparent turquoise of Lake Samiti- A glacial lake in the Onglathang valley. (A view from west Sikkim)
Considered holy by the Sikkimese, this lake is on route to Goechala pass at an altitude of 14000ft. The Sikkimese name for it is Sungmoteng. The inlet stream into the lake comes directly from Mt. Pandim which is right by its side. The outlet stream goes on the join the Prek Chu, which further joins the Rathong Chu to form the mighty Rangit river.
When the sun comes up, the lake really sparkles with its clear water. The myriad colors of the lake indicate either rocks on the bed or the depth of the bed itself. When it's cold, the surface of the lake freezes over. It had already freezed slightly at the edges forming a thin layer of transparent ice when I had reached there. You can also see the path of the inlet stream beneath the lake surface at the top left corner of the lake.
When the sun comes up, the lake really sparkles with its clear water. The myriad colors of the lake indicate either rocks on the bed or the depth of the bed itself. When it's cold, the surface of the lake freezes over. It had already freezed slightly at the edges forming a thin layer of transparent ice when I had reached there. You can also see the path of the inlet stream beneath the lake surface at the top left corner of the lake.
Day 7 - D 5 of trek
Samiti Lake - Goecha La (5002 mts / 16406 ft) - Samiti Lake
(12 Kms/ 6 to 7 hours)
In Sikkim, the Goecha La trek takes the trekker up-close for a spectacular view of the mighty Kanchenjunga amidst a majestic panorama of the other lesser Himalayan giants within its range of mountains.
This is an extension of the Dzongri trek - and trekking beyond the meadows Dzongri is raw adventure at its best where the visitor is taken into the realm of towering mountain peaks directly above and camp is set amidst the view of rumbling avalanches and high mountain glaciers
Day 8 - D 6 of trek
Samiti Lake - Tshoka
(14 Kms/ 6 to 7 hours)
Day 9 - D 7 of trek
Tshoka - Yuksom (14 Kms / 5 to 6 hours)
About 35 km from Pemayangtse lays the first capital of Sikkim where the first Chogyal of the kingdom of Sikkim was consecrated in 1641 AD by three learned Lamas. The Norbugang Chorten nearby still has the evidence of the consecration ceremony in the form of stone seats and a footprint of the head lama on a stone.
The name `Yuksom` means the meeting place of three Lamas. Situated at an altitude of 1780 mt, the place is famous as the starting place for mountaineering expeditions and treks to higher Kanchenjunga ranges.
The famous Dubdi monastery is an hour's trek from Yuksom. For trekkers going towards the Kanchenjunga base camp or the Dzongri - Goechala region, this is the place where it all starts.
About 9 km from Yuksom is the 'phamrong' waterfall. A bridge nearby provides excellent glimpse of the waterfall.
Yuksom can be approached either from Tashiding or from Pelling. The road from Tashiding passes through dense forests.
O/N at Yoksom
Day 10 - Yoksom - Pelling - Siliguri
Yoksom to Pelling (Drop)
Take Jeep from Pelling to Siliguri
End-of-trip at Silliguri.
You may board O/N train to Kolkata or take a flight from Bagdogra..
Up Comming Events: Sikkim Trek - Nov18-2010
September 26, 2010Up Comming Events: Sikkim Trek - Nov18-2010
One of the Best Treks in Himalayas
Snow White Majestic Himalayan Peaks Soaring over 20,000 feet plus
Turquose Coloured Lakes
Jungles with Coniferous, Magnoleas, Rhodendrons, Orchids, Bright Coloured Birds..
Has all the makings of Magical Life Time Experiences..
GoechaLa, Dzongri, Smiti Lake, Thangsing, Tshoka, Yuksam, Pelling..
One of the Best Treks in Himalayas
Snow White Majestic Himalayan Peaks Soaring over 20,000 feet plus
Turquose Coloured Lakes
Jungles with Coniferous, Magnoleas, Rhodendrons, Orchids, Bright Coloured Birds..
Has all the makings of Magical Life Time Experiences..
GoechaLa, Dzongri, Smiti Lake, Thangsing, Tshoka, Yuksam, Pelling..
