Sandakphu–PhalutThe Singalila Ridge Traverse
Walk the Singalila Ridge with locals. A 7-day small-group Himalayan trek through forests, villages and high ridges.
Come for Sandakphu. Stay for the journey.
A 7-day / 6-night small-group Himalayan trek through forest trails, villages and ridge walking — not a conventional Sandakphu package.
Enter through the forest.
Earn the summit.
Walk the ridge.
Leave through the villages.
Investment
Pricing & Packages
Launch / Early Bird
Regular Price
Optional Offloading Service
per backpack
When to Go
Fixed Departures — 2026
We recommend arriving in Siliguri or Darjeeling one day before the trek. On the final day, please avoid booking a same-day flight due to trekking and onward transfer time. Late-night trains are okay.
Day by Day
7-Day Detailed Itinerary
SILIGURI → RIMBICK
Reporting: 7:00 AM, Siliguri
⚠ Departure: 7:15 AM sharp
- Drive to Rimbick
- Trek briefing and orientation
RIMBICK → GURDUM
Distance: Approx. 11 km
- Trek through the Black Forest Trail
- Forests, villages and traditional mountain landscapes
Experience the famous Black Forest Trail, not just a road.
GURDUM → SANDAKPHU
Distance: Approx. 11 km
- Trek through forest and progressively higher terrain
- Long ascent towards Sandakphu
- Reach Sandakphu — 3,636 m
SANDAKPHU → SABARGRAM
Distance: Approx. 14 km
- High-altitude ridge walking
- Exceptional Himalayan views subject to weather
SABARGRAM → PHALUT
Distance: Approx. 8 km
- Relatively shorter trekking day
- Reach Phalut
PHALUT → GORKHEY → SAMANDEN
Distance: Approx. 16 km
- Descend through beautiful forest
- Pass through Gorkhey
- Continue towards Samanden
Samanden chosen for its quieter, more intimate setting aligned with the Dekho experience.
SAMANDEN → RAMMAM → SILIGURI
Distance: Samanden to Rammam, Approx. 6 km
- Easy morning walk towards Rammam
- Vehicle pickup from Rammam
- Drive to Siliguri / Darjeeling
Exact walking distance from Samanden to Rammam to be field-verified.
The Details
What's Included & Excluded
What's Included
- Shared group transport: Siliguri → Rimbick
- Return transport: Rammam → Siliguri
- 6 nights accommodation
- Meals from Day 1 dinner to Day 7 breakfast included.
- Tea/snacks as operationally planned
- Local trekking guide
- Assistant guide where required
- Forest/route/permit coordination
- Basic first-aid support
- Trek briefing
- Emergency coordination
- Local logistics and village coordination
- Trek completion certificate
What's Not Included
- Travel to/from Siliguri
- Meals during the transit of Pickup and Drop Off journey are not included.
- Personal NJP/Bagdogra transfers
- Personal trekking equipment
- Trekking shoes/clothing
- Personal medication
- Travel/trek insurance
- Evacuation costs
- Porter/offloading
- Personal expenses
- Alcohol
- Anything not specifically mentioned under inclusions
- Additional expenses caused by weather, road closure, natural events or circumstances beyond Dekho’s control
Before You Go
Important Information
Trek Details
Accommodation
Simple, clean and locally operated mountain accommodation. This is not a luxury trek.
Weather Conditions
Mountain weather is unpredictable. Clear views of Kanchenjunga and other Himalayan peaks are not guaranteed.
Fitness & Transport
Fitness Requirements
Participants should be reasonably fit and comfortable walking on uneven mountain trails. Approx. 5–8 hours walking on most trekking days.
Transport Schedule
The group leaves Siliguri at 7:15 AM sharp on Day 1. On Day 7, arrival in Siliguri will depend on trail, road and weather conditions. Do not book tight evening flights/trains.
Flexibility
Cancellation Policy
Date Changes: May be permitted subject to availability and operational feasibility.
Force Majeure: If Dekho has to cancel/alter a departure because of government/forest closure, severe weather, unsafe trail conditions, natural disaster, road closure or local emergency, we will offer an alternative departure or refund after genuinely non-refundable third-party costs.
Ready?
Walk the Singalila Ridge with Locals
Small groups. Local guides. A more personal Himalayan experience. Seats are limited — secure yours before the batch fills.
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Early Bird
₹11,499