Highest peak in Bengal! Sandakphu at 3636m (11930 feet) on India-Nepal border offers stunning views of four highest peaks in world - Everest, Kanchenjunga, Lhotse, Makalu in one panoramic frame called Sleeping Buddha. Trek through Singalila National Park with rhododendron forests, red pandas habitat, magnolia blooms. Sunrise from Sandakphu, views of Nepal valleys, Phalut extension option make it trekker dream. Best April-May (rhododendrons bloom) and October-November (clear skies). Moderate difficulty, cultural exchange with Sherpa villages. Perfect Himalayan trek without high-altitude extreme.
Day 1:
Bagdogra to Manebhanjan (95km, base at 2134m), trek briefing, overnight homestay|
Day 2:
Manebhanjan to Tumling (11km, 5-6hrs, 2970m, first views of Sleeping Buddha, Kanchenjunga)|
Day 3:
Tumling to Kalapokhri (14km, 6-7hrs, 3186m, through rhododendron forests, black lake)|
Day 4:
Kalapokhri to Sandakphu (6km, 3-4hrs, 3636m highest point, sunset views, Nepal border)|
Day 5:
Sunrise at Sandakphu (Everest, Kanchenjunga, Lhotse, Makalu visible), trek down to Sabarkum (17km)|
Day 6:
Sabarkum to Manebhanjan descent, return Bagdogra