Sikkim - 'the best-kept secret in the Himalayas' - is nestled between Nepal, China (Tibet), Bhutan & West Bengal (India).Sikkim's rugged & dramatic terrain has elevation variations ranging 285 mts. to 8540 mts. It is the ultimate Paradise for Botanist & plant lovers with over 4000 species of flowering plants, including and incredible 600 species of Orchid.
Sikkim's most popular short trek to Dzongri Ridge in the Kanchenjunga National Park. Trek through virgin rhododendron forests and experience the native culture of Sikkim. Climb Dzongri Top at sunrise to enjoy spectacular close up views of Mt. Kanchanjunga, Kabru, Pandim and many other snow capped peaks.
Itinerary:
Day 01:
Fly Kathmandu - Bhadrapur. Proceed to Gangtok by surface. O/nt at Hotel in Gangtok.
Day 02:
Gangtok Sightseeing Tour: Visit the Enchey Monastery, The Deer Park, Dodrul Chorten and Institute of Tibetology. Later in the afternoon, visit The Rumtek Monastery, seat of the Karmapa (second in hierarchy after His Holiness the Dalai Lama). O/nt at Hotel in Gangtok.
Day 03:
Drive to Yuksom (1780m) / 133 Km via Tea Eastate. Overnight in Lodge.
Day 04:
Trek Yuksom -Tshoka. O/nt at Hotel in Tshoka.
Day 05:
Day rest for altitude acclimatization. O/nt at Hotel in Tshoka.
Day 06:
Trek to Dzongri. O/nt at trekkers hut or camp.
Day 07:
Exploration around Dzongri. O/nt at trekkers hut or camp.
Day 08:
Trek Dzongri - Tshoka. O/nt at trekkers hut or camp.
