The Singalia Exprience Trek & Yoga, Himalayas (India side)

OVERVIEW

You can see 4 out of 5 highest peaks of the world – Everest, Kanchenjunga, Lhotse and Makalu. You also get an opportunity to trek through the beautiful Singalila National Park & if you’re lucky, you might just spot a Red Panda! 

Apart from this, it boasts of being a tea house trek! Tea house treks offer a unique blend of adventure and cultural immersion, where each day brings new experiences and warm hospitality. Here are a few things that you can expect from the stays.

Sikkim-Darjeeling belt is one of the most laid back places in the Himalayas! The Gorkhas and Sherpas that reside here are an extremely welcoming and fun loving community. The language commonly spoken here is Nepali. One of the highlights of your trip would be the interaction with the locals and to be able to get a flavour of their culture!

SOME HIGHLIGHTS

Tea Houses

These charming tea houses we'll meet on the way, open their doors to weary trekkers, offering cozy, clean accommodations that reflect the warmth of local culture amid nature!

Authentic Home Stays

Step into the welcoming embrace of local families as you reside in traditional home stays along the trekking route. From comfortable rooms to shared common areas, each tea house is a haven after a day of exploration. While our tea houses may not have in-room heating, fear not! 

Our blankets provide snug warmth to ensure a comfortable night’s rest. During the colder seasons, some common areas boast heating arrangements, while the starlit nights see campfires ablaze, creating a magical ambiance for sharing stories and forging connections. Most tea houses feature attached western-style toilets, ensuring a level of convenience during your trek. As part of the adventure, the trekker hut in Phalut offers shared Indian-style washrooms, adding a unique touch to your experience

Yoga

Doing yoga while on a trek can be a fantastic way to connect with nature and your body. It allows you to combine the benefits of yoga—such as increased flexibility, strength, and relaxation—with the beauty and serenity of the outdoors. We believe having guides who are also yoga instructors is a fantastic way to ensure a fulfilling experience. They can lead you to breathtaking spots and help tailor your yoga sessions to the surroundings, making the most out of your trekking journey. Their expertise will likely offer you a deeper connection with both the practice of yoga and the natural beauty around you. It's a unique opportunity to enhance your physical and mental well-being while exploring the outdoors. Enjoy every moment of this harmonious blend of yoga and trekking—they're sure to create unforgettable memories!

PROGRAM

1. DAY 1 - Pick up from Bagdogra Airport Drive to Bagdogra to Dhotrey (2605 meters) Distance 101 kms | Time 4 hrs 
2. DAY 2 - Trek from Dhotrey to Tumling (2879 meters) Distance 8 kms | Time 5 hrs 
3. DAY 3  - Trek from Tumling to Garibas (2620 meters) Distance 6 kms | Time 4 hrs 
4. DAY 4 - Trek from Garibas to Kalpokhri (3186 meters) Distance 6 kms | Time 4 hrs 
5. DAY 5 - Trek from Kalpokhri to Sandakphu (3636 meters) Distance 7 kms | Time 5 hrs 
6. DAY 6 - Trek from Sandakphu to Gurdum Distance 9 kms | Time: 5 hrs Overnight at tea house
7. DAY 7 - Drive from Gurdum to Srikhola Distance 6 kms | Time 3 hrs Drive from Srikhola to Bagdogra Distance: 170 kms; Time: 5 hours Expected time of arrival at Bagdogra 4 pm. Trek ends today on reaching Bagdogra

ORGANIZATION

Guides

- From UAE: One certified hiking guide and willderness first responder will accompany 

- Local Guides: Trip leaders, trained naturalists and certified Wilderness First Responders, to bring expertize and information about the local flora and fauna and also the culture. 

- Certified Yoga instructors

Accomodation

For this trek, we have handpicked homestays for you with a special focus to provide you with rich cultural experience and an extremely comfortable stay

What to bring

| 1 Backpack 20-25L Day Backpack | 1 Duffle bag | Shoes 1 waterproof trek shoe & 1 camp shoes | Socks 2 pair cottons and 2 pairs of woollens | T shirts 2-3 dryfit t-shirts (short and long sleeves) | Trek pants 2 quick dry summer trek pants & 1 warm wollen pant | Thermals 2 pairs of top & 2 pairs of bottom thermals | Fleece 1 | Down Jacket 1 Parkha down jacket | Rainwear 1 waterproof jacket & 1 waterproof pant | 1 bag cover | 1 Balaclava / 1 Neck Warmer | 2 Gloves 1 water proof thick & 1 woollen thin gloves | 1 Hat / 1 woollen Cap | 1 Trekking pole | 1 photochromic sunglass | 1 Headlamp | WATER Hydration sac (1L) and 1 water bottle OR 2 water bottles (1L each) | Toiletries wet wipes, sunscreen, moisturizer, lip balm, dental, peronsal hygiene | Documents 2 passport photos, identity card & Doctor’s medical certificate (stating you are fit for the trek. We reserve the right to not take you on the trek if you fail to produce this) Note: 

Some gears like mountain boots, down jacket etc. can be rented.

THE PRICE 

6000 dhs per person. 

Limited spots available

Whats Included

• Pick up from and drop to Siliguri / Bagdogra airport / Darjeeling 
• All meals starting from evening tea on Day 1 to breakfast on Day 7 
• Stay and lodging in Tea houses everyday on double and triple sharing basis 
• Permissions, forest entry charges 
• Trip leader and certified guides 
• We carry a medical first aid kit and oxygen cylinder on all our treks.) 
• Yoga Instructor 
• Bags offloading 

What’s not included

• Flights
• Last night stay in either Bagdogdra or Sepi or Darjeeling 
• Rentals for personal gear

ACTIVITY DIFFICULTY LEVEL

INTERMEDIATE

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