Sikkim

Sikkim Westbengal Darjeeling

Hi trekking buddies. This time it will be Sikkim and Westbengal. Usually one does the GoechaLa trek (well organized possible as solo treker) or the Singalila Ridge – Kamchenjunga NP Trek, for which you need a guide and at least 2 trekkers as far as I have read. But I would like to combine the two! The connecting part would be off the marked path but it is being done – and would need camping and cooking gear as well as food supplies carried along. I think You can easily do it in 16 – 18 days. I can walk 7 – 8hrs a day carrying my own backpack (without camping gear other than sleeping bag). Uphill a bit slower pace, but level I walk a good pace. And I am a long distance hiker, so rather a bit slower but keep going. Still wish to enjoy the beautiful scenery and visiting gompas and temples ecc. I think best time is End of April beginning of May for the blossoms of the Rhododendron. Who would like to join? Would try to do it on a shoestring but not exploiting the local people and guides, still be fair in the price. I will arrive at Bagdogar Airport, flying in from Delhi or Calcutta.

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