Sandakphu
Sandakphu Trek
Sandakphu Trek
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10 Aug → 15 Aug 2026 6D₹12,999Past
Base: ₹12,999
Overview
Sandakphu Trek is a trek in West Bengal that also passes through parts of eastern Nepal. The trail lies within Singalila National Park and mostly runs through West Bengal’s Darjeeling district. The trek begins from Sepi and is known for panoramic Himalayan views, especially the Sleeping Buddha formation.
From the trail, trekkers can see major peaks including Mount Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, and Kanchenjunga. The route also passes through villages, ridgelines, and rhododendron forests, with chances for birdwatching and possible wildlife sightings such as the red panda.
Trek Details
- Location: West Bengal
- Duration: 7 days
- Distance: 68 km
- Difficulty: Moderate
- Maximum altitude: 3658 m
- Start point: Sepi
Best Season
The trek can be done in spring, summer, autumn, and winter, but is inaccessible during the monsoon due to heavy rains. The source specifically identifies March, April, September, October, and November as the best months. Spring brings rhododendrons and wildflowers, while post-monsoon months offer clearer mountain views.
Highlights
- Sleeping Buddha formation
- Views of Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, and Kanchenjunga
- Rhododendron forests in bloom
- Village and cultural experiences
- 360° views from Sandakphu
Itinerary
Drive from Siliguri to Sepi, the base camp for the trek and the roadhead reached from New Jalpaiguri side. Overnight at Sepi.
- Sepi
Trek from Sepi to Samanden. The route starts near the suspension bridge at Sepi and passes through pine, oak, and rhododendron forest, with a descent after Rammam. Overnight at Samanden.
- Sepi suspension bridge
- Rammam
- Samanden
- Pine forest
- Oak forest
- Rhododendron forest
Trek onward via Gairibas and Kaiyakata, continuing through rhododendron forest and traditional villages such as Batasia before reaching Kalipokhri. Overnight in a homestay at Kalipokhri.
- Gairibas
- Kaiyakata
- Batasia
- Kalipokhri
- Rhododendron forest
Trek from Kalipokhri to Sandakphu Top. This day reaches the highest point of the trek at Sandakphu.
- Kalipokhri
- Sandakphu Top
- Sleeping Buddha formation
- Views of Everest
- Views of Kangchenjunga
- Views of Lhotse
- Views of Makalu
Descend from Sandakphu to Gurdum and continue to Srikhola on a dirt trail. Near Srikhola, cross the river on wooden suspension bridges. Overnight at Srikhola.
- Sandakphu
- Gurdum
- Srikhola River
- Wooden suspension bridges
Drive from Srikhola back to Siliguri, marking the end of the trek itinerary.
- Srikhola
- Siliguri
What's included
7 days / 6 nights- Flights
- Hotel stay
- Transport
- Tour guide
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
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