Trekking in Sikkim & Darjeeling:
Treks which are in the Indian state of Sikkim or part of Darjeeling (and Kalimpong) in West Bengal. When we think a trek in Eastern Himalayas, probably it will be in either Sikkim or Darjeeling.
Being geographically connected, Sikkim and Darjeeling are similar in many aspects. Be it weather wise or culturally.
The area has significant amount of international border and protected forest areas. So it has its related permit procedures. Check here to know various permits that you require for trekking in Sikkim.
Check our detailed trekking guide on Sikkim & Darjeeling hills in India from the article below:
Below are the diversified trekking options in this relatively smaller region from which you can surely pick one as suits your taste.
Major trekking routes in Sikkim & Darjeeling are following alphabetically:
Bajre Dara Trek
Bajre Dara trek: If a new and offbeat trail in Eastern Himalayas seems tempting to you, then Bajre Dara trek
5D/4N
Moderate
5.5/10
Barsey Nature Trail
Barsey Rhododendron Sanctuary trek: Barsey, also spelled Varsey (Location 27.1942° N, 88.1183° E) is a Rhododendron Sanctuary and a nature
4D/3N
Easy
3/10
HT Classics
Dafeybhir Trek
13-Apr-2025
10D/9N
Moderate
7/10
Darjeeling Tea Gardens Trek
Darjeeling Tea Garden Trek: A hiking trail inside tea plantations, along a river, from one village to another There is
5D/4N
Easy
4/10
Dzongri Trek
Dzongri Trek: Without a doubt Dzongri trek is one of the most significant trails for you to taste the flavours
9D/8N
Moderate
6/10
Goecha La Trek
07-Apr-2025
10D/9N
Moderate
7/10
Maenam Hill trek
Maenam trek: If you want to include a hike in your Sikkim tour, the Maenam Trek is a short but
3D/2N
Easy
5/10
Mulkharka Lake Trek
Mulkharka Lake Trek: Mulkharka Trek is a pristine low altitude homestay trek in Kalimpong with fantastic views of Kanchejungha. It
4D/3N
Easy
3/10
North Sikkim Tour
Best of North Sikkim tour & package: The area and geography: Before getting into the North Sikkim tour package let
7D/6N
5180 m/17000 ft
Rachela Neora Valley Trek
Rachela Pass Trek in Neora Valley Important Note (2024 update): At present, this trek is closed as the forest department
5D/4N
Easy
5/10
Sandakphu Phalut Trek
Sandakphu and Phalut Trek on Singalila Ridge: The Sandakphu and Phalut trek, or the shorter Sandakphu trek, is a must
7D/6N
Moderate
6/10
Sandakphu Trek
Sandakphu Trek on Singalila Ridge: Fixed group departures for spring summer 2025 are published and marked in the calendar of
6D/5N
Easy
5.5/10
