For those with little time and less inclination to undergo the rigours of hard mountain trekking, a trek up to the meadows of Sikkim Kanchenjunga Base Camp Trek in Sikkim will offer the benefits of having experienced a truly spectacular alpine trek within a span of a week (or even less). The trail runs through moss-laden forests of oak, chestnut, pine, maple, magnolia and rhododendron culminating in the meadows of Dzongri at 4,030 meters with exceptional mountain views. It is a naturalist's paradise. These forests harbor hundreds of varieties of wild plants, exotic orchids vie for attention with equally spectacular varieties of birds and butterflies. Some of the animals found along this trail are the Himalayan Black Bear, Barking Deer, Musk Deer, Marbled Cat, Langur and the Red Panda. The program described below is planned for 11 days.
The thrilling trek to Kanchenjunga base camp originates from Yuksom further, it continues towards Tshoka, Bakhim, Dzongri, Laxmi Pokhari, Bikhbari Chaurikhang and Rathong Glacier, Bikhbari and then finally ends at Bakkhim. Within the 11 days expedition, trekkers will enjoy the astounding view of Mt Khangchendzonga (8,586 m), Mt Kokthang (6,148 m), Mt Pandim (6,691 m) and several other peaks in the region.
Highlights
- Enjoy the astounding view of Mt Khangchendzonga (8,586 m), Mt Kokthang (6,148 m), Mt Pandim (6,691 m) and several other peaks in the region.
- Dzongri the best trek in India amidst Big Mountains.
- Highest mountain pass a naturalist's paradise and a pleasing destination.
- Closest to viewed Mt. Kanchenjunga, the world's third highest mountain.
- Landscapes filled with exotic flowers.
- immensely attractive meadows and forests.
- Visit Khecheopalri Lake is a sacred Lake for both Buddhists and Hindus at pelling.
- Explore Pemayangtse Monastery in pelling (oldest and premier monasteries of Sikkim).
- Explore beautiful tea garden scenery along the way.
