Sandakphu Trekking – trek of North east

An Adventurer’s Milestone 

While the Everest cluster will only be seen from the beautiful Sandakphu, the view of the Sleeping Buddha starts on the very first day and stays for a good 4 days on the trek! 

 

The Sandakphu mountain, also known as Sandakpur, is a beautiful and magnificent peak situated near the boundary of India with Nepal on the Singalila Ridge. In the Indian state of West Bengal, this is considered one of the highest peaks with an average elevation of 3,636 m above sea level. The trip is very famous for offering stunning and picturesque views of four of the highest peaks in the world, among them Everest, Kangchenjunga, Lhotse, and Makalu. It manages also to pay for a worth watching and spectacular view of the whole range of Kanchenjunga, seen from certain perspectives for their likeness to the ‘sleeping Buddha.’ It’s pure delight and a one-time opportunity to see the sunrise and sunset over these ranges from Tumling.

 

Points to Consider 

 

• In the cards over the nurturing trails of Singalila National Park.

 

• Villages of Samanden and Gorkhey seem to be painted across nature’s canvas, such as the magnificent beauty of these beautiful villages.

 

• Come across the varied terrains focusing on the delight and calming feeling they provide to the trekkers.

 

• This high-altitude peak is situated at a towering height of 3,636 m.

 

• Get a scenic view of many snow-covered peaks like Kanchenjunga, Kumbhkarna, Shambho peaks, and many more beautiful peaks to go. 

 

• Welcoming the people of Nepal would make trekkers yearn and crave for more from this trek. 

 

Things to look out for–

 

• The trek is very certain to provide thrilled and exciting feelings of accomplishment.

 

• Sunrise from Tumling is one of the best and a delightful experiences in the entire series of Himalayan sunrises.

 

• There are countless picturesque peaks, so we recommend that you prepare yourself for any very aesthetic shoots. The best pictures are those taken under a clear blue sky with snow-covered peaks in the background.

 

• The majestic sight of the giant Sleeping Buddha under the glistening rays of dawn is a must-watch.

 

Views during the Journey 

 

• Mesmerizing and eye-catching on and off views of Kanchenjunga ranges as we trek to Tumling is a very fascinating sight in itself.

 

• On a clear blue day, get a glittering and bright sight of peaks such as, Lhotse, Everest, Nuptse, and many more.

 

• Trekkers can easily trace the Goecha La cleft somewhere among the frontline peaks as another of Sikkim’s one of the well-known treks.

 

• On this path, trekkers will pass by a unique black water lake nestled near a town, surrounded by beautiful prayer flags flapping in the breeze, and a small waterfall on one of the side with Buddhist temple and calm serenity that lays on top of us.

 

Best time to visit Sandakphu Trek

 

Both the climbing and the coming down from the trek of. Sandakphu are very moderate in level as the trekkers hike forward. Temperatures ranges from 8 to 15 degrees Celsius during the day, with little bit of colder nights.

 

Key Points of Sandakphu Trek

 

• Level is Easy to Moderate

• Proper conditioning & training of body required and very essential.

• Need proper gear & clothing for sub-zero temperature.

• Shoes are the single most important equipment required while walking this trek.

• Here the high altitude requires proper acclimatization.

• The backpack should not exceed 10 kgs otherwise it would cause you trouble.

 

Must Read about Sandakphu Trek

 

• Duration – 5 nights 6 Days
• Best Season – June to September
• Level – Moderate 
• Highest point – 11929 feet
• Weather – Nights are cold and day temperature is pleasant during the season.
• Summer temperature –(5°C to 15°C)
• Starting point – NJP

 

Things to carry

 

Because nights are a bit colder and elevations tend to be considerably colder, we suggest having warm and comfortable clothing along with good quality shoes for trekking.

 

Despite the fact that we can handle any type of medical crisis, we urge individuals to keep their own emergency kits at hand in any case of personal sudden illnesses.

 

Since the journey provides you with a scenic view of many peaks, don’t forget to bring your camera along with extra batteries.

Sandak Phu trek is the trek of a lifetime where you can feel the touch of the nature