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The best trekking routes in the who India are perhaps the Eastern
Himalayas. Trekking in the lower hilly regions of Darjeeling are recommended
for those tourists who like to take up a strll at a leisurely pace. The
Kalimpong-Relli trek through golden paddy fields, the Kurseong-Namsu trail
through tea gardens and the Kurseong-Mirik trek are the main trails through
low altitude areas.
Darjeeling-Batast-Tonglo-Sandakphu-Return
It takes around 6 to 7 days of moderate trekking from Maneshanjang, which
is 26-km by road from Darjeeling and ideal for views along a standard trail.
A popular trekking route from Darjeeling, this trek takes one to Sandakphu
and Phalut from where one can have breakthtaking views of Kanchenjunga and
Mt. Everest.
Singalila Treks
In the eastern Himalayan region treks are organized through both high and
low altitude areas. The most popular of treks is the one through high
altitude areas across the Singalila range in Darjeeling, which starts from
Maneybhanjang, goes to Meghma, Toughu, Gairibas, Sandakphu, and Phalut.The
fourth and last day is the return trek to Darjeeling, which may be taken
along the same route or via Ramman, Rimbick and Bijanbari.
Kalimpong Treks
The high altitude trek done in Darjeeling is in the Kalimpong region from
Relli, Pankhasari, and Neora to the highest point in the areas, Rochella at
3,400m is a real adventurous trek. From here it is a slow descent to Tangta,
Jhalang along the foothills to Samsing. Trekkers can enjoy the natural
beauty of the exotic varieties of Himalayan flora, bird, and wildlife that
can be seen along this route.
Some Trekking Routes
Darjeeling is a place of infinite shades and is also a place where the
vastness and ecological immaculacy speaks of itself. The trek extends from
Brahmour in the Ravi valley to the Gaddi trail in the Budhil nala and across
the Kugti, Choia and Kalicho passes which lead to the Chenab valley in
Lahoul. Return from the Ravi valley, the road takes in the Khajjiar meadow
and a diversion to the old hill station at Dalhousie.
Treks in Darjeeling :
» Maneybhanjan- Tonglu
» Tonglu- Sandalakphu
» Sandalakphu-Phalut
» Phalut-Rammam
» Rammam- Rimbick
