Arrival at NJP and transfer to Maneybhanjang which is the gateway to Sandakphu.Our journey to Maneybhanjang will cover Kurseong for a short break, Sandup Targey Choeling Monastery, DHR Museum and Yiga Choeling Monastery with breakfast and lunch enroute and dinner at homestay(86KM/3.10HR).
Tumling is a quiet little hamlet situated on the borderline of India & Nepal. After neccessary entry formalities of Singalila National Park proceed for Tumling with a stop at Chitrey and Meghma monastery ( 11km/35min). Check in at home stay followed by lunch and early dinner.
Post breakfast drive to Sandakphu(19km/21min) with a stop at Anne's Church, Jaubari. It is the highest point of West Bengal(11,929 ft). Sandakphu is basically a peak at the edge of Singalila National Park. Lunch and dinner at homestay.
Post breakfast check out and drive downhill to New Jalpaiguri with lunch enroute( 111km/4.30hrs).
You will require a passport valid for 6 months from entry, a copy of travel insurance and flight tickets, and two passport-sized photos.
After you make the deposit, you will need to provide details like your arrival and departure date. Our staff members will then brief you with additional information related to the trek.
We advise booking your arrival and departure flights in advance for smooth travel. It is also recommended that you add a day or two additional days during your intended stay in case of flight cancellations or delays. Please be aware that we will not be responsible for any inconvenience related to international flights.
There are no hidden costs or fees if you travel solo. However, you will be charged accordingly if you don\'t want to join a group and would rather book a private trip.
The EBC Luxury Trek cost can range from USD 800 to USD 5000, depending on the itinerary, package, and service included.
Guide, Porter, and Trek Permits
Yes, hiring a guide is an integral part of a successful trek, even if you have previous trek experience. A guide\'s expertise will help create alternative plans and arrangements for unexpected occurrences.
Our guide and staff speak English; their speaking skills are based on field experiences rather than formal education. Even though they are not as fluent as native English speakers, they will be able to communicate effectively.
Hiring a porter(helper) is beneficial as they will be responsible for your luggage. This will allow you to hike freely without physically straining yourself. A porter(helper) will carry a maximum weight limit of 22 kg for every two travelers. If the weight limit exceeds, you will be charged accordingly.
Tipping is an act of expressing gratitude for the hard work and dedication of the guide and porter(helper). We suggest tipping based on the number of participants in a group and consider allocating at least 10% of the tip for every traveler.
You will need a Sagarmatha National Park Entry Permit (NPR 3300), TIMS (Trekkers\' Information Management System) (NPR 2000), and a Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality Permit, which costs NPR 3,000 per head for the trek. We will arrange these documents on your behalf.
