The most popular and commercial short treks to do in Darjeeling is the Sandakphu via Tonglu Trek. Explore Local mountain Sherpa,Tamang and Gurung villages during the short walking holiday through green lush forests. Witness the world highest mountain Everest 8,848.86 meters and 3rd highest mountains in the world 8,586 meters from the Tonglu to Sandakphu.
Darjeeling Sandakphu Trek 4 Day is another name of the Short Darjeeling Singalila Ridge Trek. This condensed four-day adventure offers breathtaking views of not just one two, but four of the world’s tallest peaks! Standing at Sandakphu, the highest point in West Bengal at 3,636 meters (11,929 feet), you’ll have a spectacular panorama of Mt Everest (8,848 meters), Mt Kanchenjunga (8,586 meters), Mt Lhotse (8,516 meters), and Mt Makalu (8,481 meters). Enjoy an unforgettable Sandakphu 4 days Trek with our expert local guides ensure your journey through the heart of the Himalayas is truly unforgettable.
Nestled in the lowland dense jungles, Singalila National Park hosts a unique collection of flora and fauna, some of which are incredibly rare and may be new to many visitors. This park stands out as one of the rare locations worldwide where the elusive Red Panda can be observed. Although the park is known to shelter only about 32 Red Pandas, it is also a habitat for the Himalayan black bear, leopards, pangolins, wild boars, chinkara, barking deer, and a variety of bird species. Adventure seekers can trek through lush bamboo, rhododendron, and oak forests. With few people venturing into Singalila National Park, tranquility and solitude are abundant for those exploring its paths.
The classic route from Manebhanjan to Sandakphu—passing through Chitre, Meghma, Tonglu/Tumling, Gairibas, and Kalipokhari—has been the most beloved trail for trekkers for decades. While the road infrastructure has changed the traditional experience, our route ensures you will not be walking along the main road the entire time. Instead, you will mostly trek along offbeat trails.
Specifically, you can expect offbeat trekking from Chitre to Tonglu, and from Tonglu to Gairibas. From Gairibas, you will follow the gravel road up to Sandakphu. Finally, from Sandakphu to Srikhola, you will descend through traditional offbeat trekking trails.
The best viewpoints on the Sandakphu trek route are Tonglu Top (3,070 meters), the Tumling viewpoint, and Sandakphu Peak itself (3,636 meters). These locations offer panoramic, unobstructed vistas of the "Sleeping Buddha" range, including Kanchenjunga, Kumbhakarna, and Mt. Everest.
We offer several ways to experience the Sandakphu Trek with Ashmita Trek & Tours. Please review the options below to find the best fit for your journey:
Group Trek - Solo Traveler Accommodation : If you join a group trek as a solo traveler, you will be paired with another traveler for most accommodations. If you prefer a private room, please select the "Single room" option at checkout.
Small Group Trek : We have fixed departure dates for 2026 and 2027. Group sizes range from 1 to 10 participants. Please select and book your preferred date.
Solo Private Trek : This option is available on any date of the year. You can choose from our fixed dates or check availability for an alternative date. Additional costs apply. Please select the "Solo Private Trek" option at checkout.
Private Trek (2 or More People) : If you are traveling with a party of two or more and want a private trek, this option is available on any date of the year. An additional fee appl
Hire a porter : If you would like to hire a porter to assist with carrying your backpack, there will be an additional cost of USD $ 83 INR 8000 per porter. Each porter can carry a maximum weight of 15kg. please select the "Hire a Porter" option at checkout.
A private Darjeeling Singalila ridge Trekking 6 Days allows you to plan your journey any day throughout the year. The private trips are operated daily, and you get to decide your preferred schedule for the trip. Please select the date you want to begin your adventure, and our team will handle the necessary arrangements.
When you book with us, your trip is confirmed. We never cancel tours due to low bookings. Whether you're traveling alone or with a group, you'll enjoy the same high-quality service, planned itinerary, and inclusions, even if the group is smaller than the usual 4–8 participants.
We understand that travel plans can change, which is why Ashmita Trek & Tours offers a flexible cancellation and rescheduling policy to ensure you can adjust your plans without financial worry. If you need to cancel your trip, please inform us at least 30 days in advance with a valid reason. In these cases, your deposit can either be refunded or held securely by us to be applied toward a future trip, regardless of the month or year. Please note that if you cancel less than 30 days before your departure date, the paid amount will not be refundable. If you have any questions or need assistance with rescheduling, please feel free to contact us
Dear Customer, If our current offer dates don't fit your schedule, we're happy to arrange your trek for a specific date that works best for you. Alternatively, would you be interested in a private trip? To check availability for your date, please send us an email.
Accommodations During the Darjeeling Sandakphu Trek, provided in tea houses (trekkers' huts). Specifically, in Tonglu and Sandakphu, we will be staying in Government trekkers' huts on the Indian side. These huts offer basic amenities such as beds with blankets, quilts, and pillows. Some rooms have private, attached bathrooms, and hot water will be provided by bucket. Please note that electricity is limited.
In Gurudhum, you will be staying in a family homestay. This offers a wonderful opportunity to experience local hospitality and fosters a sense of togetherness among fellow trekkers. These homestays are popular for their affordability and cultural immersion.
The Sandakphu trek is a demanding high-altitude journey, requiring a significant amount of energy. To support you, we will ensure you have access to nutritious meals throughout the trek areas. That said, food options become more restricted at higher elevations. Our trek package includes regular breakfast, lunch, and dinner services, providing 4 breakfasts, 4 lunches, and 3 dinners over the course of the trek.
Your meals will primarily consist of local, Nepali, and Western dishes. We recommend you try Dal, Bhat, and Tarkari (vegetables), which are high in carbohydrates and offer ample energy for the trek. Due to hygiene concerns, we advise against consuming meat. It's advisable for you to bring along dry fruits such as raisins, dried figs, and dried apricots, as well as nuts like almonds, cashews, walnuts, and groundnuts.
Darjeeling Sandakphu trek stands out as one of the finest short treks in Darjeeling, West Bengal. Situated in the Singalila region, distance of around 46 km this renowned trek is relatively moderate to dufficult grad trek, cozy, and conveniently close to the well-known town of Darjeeling. Stick with us to learn more about the difficulty level of the Sandakphu Trek and discover what makes it so remarkable. Each year, it draws thousands of mountain enthusiasts due to its accessibility and breathtaking scenery. With proper preparation, physical fitness, and a positive mindset, many trekkers find the panoramic vistas of four of the world's five tallest peaks - Everest, Kanchenjunga, Lhotse, and Makalu - to be well worth the journey.
Here’s a quick info-graphic to give you an overview of everything you need in your backpack.
All treks in Himalayas Darjeeling, Sikkim, and Nepal demand a sufficient level of fitness, therefore you should check You might not know what goals to set and how to reach them. so we Ashmita Trek and Tours designed three trek-specific workout guides line for you.
Here’s a chart to help you get fit for the trek.
Working out indoors
If you can’t go out and jog because of time and space constraints, here’s a video you can use to work out indoors.
Best season for Sandakphu Trek The first season Spring ( March to May) In the springtime, the colorful flowers are blooming like rhododendrons,orchids and magnolia flower. during the fall, the skies are usually clearer the temperature ranges from 8 - 14 degrees C°, and the second Season is after the monsoon starting from 15th September to early December the snow peaks show in their dazzling beauty in a clear blue sky when the temperature ranges from from - 5 to 6 degrees C°
Note : that during the monsoon seasons the Singalila National Park is closed from mid 15 June to mid 15 September,
also posible to do this Sandakphu - Phalut trek in winter Dec - Jan - Fab but it's cold recommended to bring warm cloth as munch as posible we Ashmita Trek and Tours arranges the trek with full management, including transportation, meals, stay ,permit etc. Please do not hesitate to reach out if you have questions!
Gurudhum is the final spot where you will have access to a mobile network. Ensure you complete any crucial phone calls before arriving in Rimbeek, the commencement point of your trek. It is advisable to inform your family members about the poor connectivity during the trek. In the trekking region, except for Phalut, the tea houses and lodges offer limited internet. You can use Wi at these places to keep in touch with friends, family, and colleagues.
The temperatures be like during this Trek can be doen all throughout the year, though it’s much more pleasant in some weather conditions than others. The weather along the Sandakphu Trek depends on the season. During the springtime (March to May), temperatures fall between 11-19 C° during the day and 2-10 C° at night. Monsoon temperatures are around 15-22 C° during the day and 7 to -1 C° at night. People tend to favor trekking in Autumn, when weather is moderate and skies are clear. In the daytime, temperatures range between 6-12 C° and 5 and -3 C° at nighttime.
Keep in mind, the Sandakphu weather is always unpredictable. In to time, a cloud can come and take away a mountain view, and a gust of wind can nearly knock you off your feet on a high pass. This just adds a little more adventure to the trek. Regardless of the season, you should pack several layers just in case.
You have the option to recharge your camera and mobile devices at the lodges for an additional fee. Likewise, you can purchase bottled mineral water along your journey. However, it's better to carry your own water bottle and for boiled water.
This practice helps reduce the number of plastic left in the trekking areas. So we advise you to carry water purification tablets. It's advisable to avoid drinking water from rivers or taps, as it may not be safe.
Tips do not form any part of the wages of guides, porters and other trekking crews. but they are expected by the porters, guide, Sherpa and cook. norm in Asian culture in the Himalayas means there is an expectation it is a nice way of saying thank you to someone who will play a large part in your trekking experience and who will prove invaluable to you on this trip. Our porters and guides will be paid more than working for other big tour and trek companies.
Your journey to Darjeeling Sandakphu will begin today at 6:00 AM from our office. We will drive to Manybhanjang, which is the gateway to the Sandakphu trek.Upon arrival, we will complete the necessary entry formalities for passports and visas before commencing our trek to Tonglu. The trek to Tonglu is approximately 11 km and takes about 6-7 hours. We will ascend from 2,150 m to 3,070 m, passing through dense pine and rhododendron forests, local mountain villages, and a monastery. Upon arrival in Tonglu, if time permits, we will walk to a viewpoint to enjoy the mountain views and the sunset. Overnight accommodation will be in a basic need and cleen trekkers' huts.
It’s the second day of your journey. We'll start with an early wake-up call for a sunrise view from Tonglu viewpoint. If the weather permits, you'll witness breathtaking views of the Singalila and Chola ranges, along with Mount Kanchenjunga and the Everest range. After returning to Tonglu for your healthy breakfast, we'll begin our trek to Gairibas (approximately 7-8 km) through beautiful rhododendron forests. The trail will be a gentle downhill. We'll take a short tea break at Gairibas. Once you're refreshed, we'll continue towards Kaiyakatta, which is 2 km from Gairibas. This part of the trail includes a 1.5 km steep climb with steps cut into the mountain. After a 10-minute descent from the top, you'll reach Kaiyakatta, where we'll take another break. From Kaiyakatta, we'll continue our trek to Kalapokhari, about 4 km away, along a motor road where vehicles are not permitted.
You'll have the chance to spot various bird species on this trail. After about 1.5-2 hours, we'll reach a serene lake adorned with Buddhist prayer flags. After your healthy lunch, the trail begins with a gradual 30-minute ascent, followed by a steep climb for about an hour. Further, we'll trek on a motor road for the remainder of this 6 km stretch. Upon reaching the flat road of Bikeybhanjyang, you'll get a good glimpse of the Sandakphu summit, which is about 4 km ahead. The route to the summit is a clear zig-zag trail. After an hour-long climb, you'll reach the summit and be rewarded with a splendid 180° view of the Sleeping Buddha and other highest peaks in the world, including Mt. Everest, Mt. Makalu, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Nuptse, Baruntse, Chamling, Chomolonzo, Machhapuchhare, and the Annapurna range extending to the West. Later, freshen up and rest. If time allows, we will go for another hike to see a beautiful sunset in the evening. You will be staying overnight at a teahouse or trekkers' huts.
We recommend waking up early to experience a stunning sunrise over the Himalayas from the Sandakphu viewpoint. If the weather permits, this will be one of the most scenic experiences you will have throughout the trek.You'll be treated to fabulous panoramic views of the Singalila and Chola ranges, Mount Kanchenjunga, the Everest range, and many other peaks, including the Bhutanese ranges.After returning to Sandakphu for breakfast, we will begin our approximately 14 km downhill trek to Gurdum.The route takes us via Hatter, a picturesque, tiny village and valley surrounded by dense forests of rhododendron, magnolia, and bamboo. Upon arrival, we will be staying at a Sherpa family-run homestay.
After a healthy breakfast today, we will begin our 6 km trek from Gurdum to Srikhola. This village is nestled amidst wild growths of magnolia, chestnuts, oaks, pines, and birches. A river runs through the area, making the atmosphere cooler and more vibrant. You can immerse yourself in the extraordinary scenery. Likewise, you may also witness wild birds and exquisite animals. You will reach Srikhola in approximately two hours of trekking. Srikhola, also known as Sirikhola, is named after a mountain stream (the word "khola" means stream). This experience is bound to transport you into an entirely different cosmos. At Srikhola, we will hop on our jeep and drive back to Darjeeling. This is another four-hour adventure. We will drop you off near the Ashmita Trek and Tours office location.
A lucky find in Darjeeling, Ashmita Trek and Tours helped me with local tours as well as a 4 day trek to Sandakphu. Subash the owner was so kind and patient with my questions and he arranged guides Sangay and Pemba and porter Adup to help me see Darjeeling and...
Thank you Subash and the whole Asmita team for seamlessly arranging my Singalila ridge / Sandakphu trek out of Darjeeling. From your prompt reply to my initial inquiry to personally checking in with me at the end, I felt no detail was left to chance. As for the trek itself,...
The seven-day trek with Pemba (guide) and Anup (porter) in Singalila National Park was profoundly beautiful and extremely well managed. We felt safe and supported
every step of the way and can't wait to go on another trek with Ashmita Trek and Tours in those incredible, mythic Himalayan foothills.