Treks: Singalila
Ridge Trek from Sandakpur and Kangchendzonga
These are two fabulous treks in one offering some of the most
sensational views in the whole Himalayan Range. As well as the
experience of trekking there is also an opportunity to experience the
fascinating cultural and religious life of the former kingdom of Sikkim
with its Mahayana Buddhist community. We will be visiting some monastic
communities in Sikkim, including Pemayangtse, Tashiding and Rumtek. For
clear views of the Himalayan peaks, November is the best month of the
year. The trek itself is divided into two parts. The first part is a
trek along the famous Singalila Ridge which forms the border between
India and Nepal. The ridge is a vast spur running down from
Kangchedzonga itself. The quality of the trek is exceptional there are
superb views throughout with the great bulk of Kangchendzonga dominating
the whole trek. The area of the Dzongri is virtually without roads,
although the trails are pretty well maintained no major centres. Here
the Buddhist way of life prevails in an environment of remote
tranquillity. Many trekkers claim that the Dzongri trek is unrivalled as
a high altitude trek anywhere in the Himalayas. The full expedition
lasts 23 days. |
