DZONGRI RIDGE TREK in SIKKIM



 
   
   
 

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: 08 DAYS

 

DAY 01:
Arrive at Bagdogra Airport, NJP Railway Station or Bhadrapur Airport.
Drive up the Teesta valley to Gangtok the capital of Sikkim. Hotel Sonam Delek or Similar. (D)

 

DAY 02:
Gangtok town & Rumtek Monastery sightseeing. Hotel Sonam Delek or Similar. (B, L, D)

 

DAY 03:
Drive Gangtok to Yoksum. Visit Tashiding Monastery enroute.
Lodge or Camp. (B, L, D)

 

DAY 04:
Trek to Tshoka village. Tent. (B, L, D)

 

DAY 05:
Continue trek to Dzongri ridge. Tent. (B, L, D)

 

DAY 06:
Morning climb Dzongri Top for sunrise views.
Afternoon return trek to Tsoka. Tent. (B, L, D)

 

DAY 07:
Trek back to Yoksum. Tents or Lodge. (B, L, D)

 

DAY 08:
Drive to Bagdogra Airport, NJP Railway Station or Bhadrapur Airport. Or onward journey to Darjeeling for extension. END of Yoksum Dzongri trek.

 
 
 
Altitude 4020 Mt.
Grade A
 
   
 
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