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Sikkim
Sikkim offers a wide range of adventure sports opportunities, including mountaineering in the Himalayas. For trekking, one can follow any of the four trek routes: the Monastic Trek, Rhododendron Trek, Kanchenjunga Trek and Coronation Trek. River rafting is possible in the rough waters of the Teesta and the Rangit.
Kayaking is arranged on the Teesta and is arranged for special groups. Yak safari is arranged from Dzongri onwards. In north and west Sikkim, mountain biking is very popular these days. Jorethang, in west Sikkim, and certain parts of north Sikkim are popular locales for gliding. To avail the facilities and opportunities for all these sports, you may get in touch with us.
West Bengal
In the East Indian state of West Bengal, once you are through with the sightseeing inside Darjeeling town, it's the time to proceed to see the sites nearby. The journey itself is a thrilling experience with high-altitude mountains roads on one side and cloud-covered valley on the other. You can take short trips to Mirik, land of oranges, and the charming city of Kalimpong, famous for its orchids and curio shops. In the same area is Kurseong from where you can get a panoramic view of the Gangetic delta from Eagle's Crag. Takdah, situated around 26 km from Darjeeling, is famous for its beautiful nurseries besides producing some of the best-flavored tea in the world. Sandakphu (58 km) is the only vantage point from where one can see four of the five highest peaks of the world, namely, Mt. Everest, Kanchenjunga, Makalu and Lhotse.
Darjeeling was the first hill region in India where organized trekking was first conducted in the 1840s. Nature buffs flock to see the breathtaking views of Everest and Kanchenjunga. One can take pick from the various trekking expeditions 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. The trek starts at Maneybhanjang (2134 m), goes to Meghma (2900 m), Toughu (3070 m), Gairibas (2621 m), Sandakphu (3636 m), and Phalut (3600m). The fourth and last day is the return trek to Darjeeling which may be taken along the along the same route or via Ramman, Rimbick and Bijanbari.
Another fascinating high altitude trek is in the Kalimpong region from Relli, Pankhasari, and Neora to the highest point in the areas, area, Rochella (3,400 m). From here it is a steady descent to Tangta, Jhalang along the foothills to Samsing. You get to see exotic varieties of Himalayan flora, bird, and wildlife along this route.
Low altitude treks are along trails in the lower regions, which are less vigorous and are recommended for those of you who like to amble along 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.
Major Treks of Sikkim
1. Monastic Trek: Pemayangtse-Sangacholing-Khecheopalri-Dubdi-Sinon-Tashiding-Ralang
2. Rhododendron Trek: Naya Bazar-Hilley/Soreng-Varsey-Dentam-Pemayangtse
3. Kanchan-Dzonga: Yuksum-Bakhim-Tsokha-Dzongri-Thanghing /Bikbari-Zemathang /Chaurigang-Goecha La/Rathong Glacier-Yuksum
4. Coronation Trek: Rumtek-Sang-Yangang-Rabongla-Tashiding-Yuksum
Major treks of West Bengal (Darjeeling and Around)
1. Darjeeling to Phalut via Sandakphu
2. Singalila Trek, starting from Manebhajang
3. Ramman-Bijanbari Trek
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