Bajre Dara Trek
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The Bajre Dara Trek is a seven-day, 65-kilometer trek in Sikkim, a trekking trail through the stunning landscapes of Sikkim with breathtaking views of Everest and the Kanchenjunga Range along the Bajre Dara Trail. Don’t miss the magical alpine lakes along with the mountain vista on the hike from Lam Pokhari to Choktey Pokhri
The trek starts from Sangkhola and steadily climbs up to 4330 m at Daphey Bhir Pass, the highest point on this trek. A trek route that criss-crosses through some of the most beautiful alpine lakes in the Sikkim Himalayas.
An isolated and moderate-to-strenuous trek route very close to the Singalila Ridge in Sikkim. But the beauty of the Bajre Dara Trek is the non-stop view of the Everest and the Kanchenjunga Range for four consecutive days at a stretch once you reach the highest point at Daphey Bhir Pass.
Bajre Dara Trek is a unique hike in Sikkim where you get to camp besides the crystal-clear alpine lakes, with the mountain views reflecting in the pure blue waters.
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INDIA
Farouttrek
Upper Chiboo Approach Road,
Kalimpong-734301
Darjeeling, West Bengal
Farouttrek & Adventures,
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Yuksom Bazaar,
P.O. Gyalshing-Sikkim
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Bajre Dara Trek: The Great Himalayan Lake Trek in Sikkim
Bajre Dara Trek is a great Himalayan trail in Sikkim with a stupendous view of the iconic Everest and the majestic Kanchenjunga Range from Dafebhir Pass, Bajre Dara, and Choktey Pokhari. But the most favourite section of the 65-kilometer-long and seven-day trek is the hike from Lam Pokhari to Choktey Pokhri, where one gets to trek through dozens of alpine lakes, reflecting the mighty Himalayan range on it’s crystal-clear waters.
Highlights of the Trek
For four consecutive days, you get to trek above the timber line with the Everest and Kanchenjunga Ranges ever in the Horizon and the clear alpine lakes splattered all over the high meadows. This is what makes the Bajre Dara Trek so unique and thrilling—that there is an element of surprise every day. It is absolutely an amazing encounter. Littered with alpine lakes along the trekking trail, because of which this is also known as the Great Alpine Lake Trek in Sikkim.
Starting and Ending Points of the Trek
Sangkhola, a small, laid-back Hamlet some 25 km and an hour’s drive from Pelling in West Sikkim, is the trek head for the Bajre Dara Trek, while Khecheperli Lake is the finishing point.
Best Time to Trek
During the spring season, March to May are the months that favor trekking in Sikkim. During these months, the weather will be clear, and the rhododendrons and primulas will make the hillside look beautiful. The horizon may have a little bit of haze, but the colourful mountainside will make up for the loss of mountain views.
During autumn, October to November is the best time to trek the Bajrey Dara trail when the horizon is clear of clouds and the mountain views are ever present to charm the onlooker.
Accommodation and Food on the Trek
Bajre Dara Trek is a camping trek in Sikkim; therefore, accommodation on a twin-share basis with three-inch mattresses will be provided to each hiker. Besides, a dining tent, a kitchen tent, and a toilet tent will also be provided. These tents will also be used as sleeping tents by all the support team members.
Local Indian food will be provided during the entire period of the Bajre Dara Trek.
Breakfasts will include porridge & honey, eggs, pan cakes, chapatis, or puris (flour bread fried in oil), bread, butter, and cheese, or jam, with tea or coffee.
Lunch will either be Macaroni, Pasta, or Vegetable Chowmein; Phaley (Tibetan bread stuffed with vegetables and deep-fried in oil); Noddle Soup; or Plain Soup with Tea or Coffee to top it up.
Things to Carry
A large duffle bag or a haversack (50 l) should contain all your clothes, sleeping bag, and essential items that you will require during the week-long Bajre Dara Trek in Sikkim, while at the same time it will also be easy for the pony to carry it too.
Carry a day pack with all your personal items in it. Your day pack should have a water bottle, a raincoat or umbrella, and a light fleece jacket for day use.
Also, include in your day pack a personal medical kit with tablets for fever & dysentery. Water purifying tablets, anti-acid tablets, electral powder, crepe bandages for sprains, antiseptic ointment for cuts and bruises, plasters for small cuts and toe blisters, and sun screen lotions should also be included in the kit.
Clothing for the Trek
The temperature during the day will hover between 6 degrees Celsius and 18 degrees Celsius. Therefore, carry with you loose trekking pants and quick-dry t-shirts for day use.
The temperature from evening to morning on the Dafey Bhir Trek will fluctuate between 5 degrees Celsius and 0 degrees Celsius. During the month of November, temperatures in the higher reaches at night can drop to below 0 degrees Celsius. Therefore, bring along a warm woolen or thick fleece jacket, a down jacket, gloves, woolen caps, and thermal inner wear for evening, morning, and nighttime use.
TRIP FACTS
| Minimum Number . of Participants | 2 Persons | |
| No. of Days on the Trek | 7 Days. | |
| Style of Trek | Camping Trek | |
| Highest Point | Dafey Bhir (4330 m) | |
| Highest Camp Site | Bajre Dara (4330 m) | |
| Starting & Finishing Point | Bagdogra Airport | |
| Trek Grade | Moderate | |
| Total No. Of Days | 12 Days | |
BAJREY DARA TREK ITINERARY
Day 1: Arrive Bagdogra Airport. Drive Bagdogra to Gangtok. Overnight : Hotel. (B/B only). Driving Time : 4-5 Hrs. Altitude: 1622 m.
Day 2: Gangtok Sight seeing.
After Breakfast we take a local Taxi & drive to Rumtek Monastery,23 Km from Gangtok. The monastery built in 1959 by the 16th.Gyalwa Karmapa is the replica of the Tsurpu Monastery in Kham in Tibet & is the biggest Monastery in Sikkim. This is the seat of the Kagyu sect or the Black Hat sect of Tibetan Buddhism. This monastery also houses the School for the going to be monks. On the drive back to Gangtok after we finish visiting Rumtek monastery we visit The Institute of Tibetology. This institute houses some of the ancient scriptures and artifact relating to Buddhism. While we are visiting our staff will process the Trekking permits. While we head back to the Hotel for lunch. Overnight : Hotel ( B/B only).
Day 3: Drive Gangtok to Pelling. Overnight Hotel (B/B only)
After breakfast start the 5 hours drive to Pelling. Stop for lunch at Ravangla a small Town on the side of a Hill situated at an Altitude of 2300 m.
Driving Time : 4-5 Hrs. Altitude: Pelling -1770 m.
Day 4: Half Day Acclimitazation Walk around Pelling. After lunch Drive to Sangkholathe trek Head. Overnight Homestay (All Meals included).
Day 5: Bajre Dara Trek Starts. Trek Sangkhola to Nayapatal (2765 m/10 Km/6 Hrs). Overnight Tents.
Day 6: Trek Nayapatal to Upper Yambong (3750 m/10 Km/5 Hrs). Overnight Tents.
Day 7: Trek Upper Yambong to Lam Pokhari (4200 m/8 Km/4 Hrs). Overnight Tents.
Day 8: Trek Lam Pokhari to Choktey Pokhari (4300 m/12 Km/6 Hrs). Overnight Tents.
Day 9: Trek Choktey Pokhari to Kasturi (4280 m/10 Km/5 Hrs). Overnight Tents.
Day 10: Trek Kasturi to Bajrey Dada (4300 m/6 Km/3 Hrs). Overnight Tents.
Day 11 : Trek Bajre Dada to Kchepherli Lake (1700 m/8 Km/4 Hrs). End of Bajrey Dara Trek. Overnight Home Stay.
Day 12 : Drive to Kalimpong ( 124 Km/5 Hrs). Overnight Hotel ( B/B only).
Day 13 : Drive to Bagdogra Airport for Final Departure.
Extension can be made to Darjeeling / Bhutan & Nepal.
How much does this Trek Cost ?
- Bajre Dara Trek Cost:US$1120 / Person.
- Bajre Dara Trek Cost for Indian Nationals : Request a Quote in Indian Rupee
What does the Cost Include and Exclude ?
BAJRE DARA TREK COST INCLUDES :
- Hotel accommodation – twin share including breakfasts.
- Twin share tent with mattress during camping/trekking.
- Fully organized trek services with guide, porters, camping equipment.
- All fixed three meals everyday during trekking/Camping.
- All road transport as per itinerary by car/jeep.
- Service of an English speaking guide.
- Entrance fees to monuments visited.
- All Permits for Darjeeling and Sikkim.
DOES NOT INCLUDE :
- personal clothing/equipment.
- Lunches and dinners during hotel stays.
- Bottled or alcoholic drinks.
- Tips, client insurance, evacuation costs.
- Any expenses of personal nature.
NOTE: The above itinerary is a sample, intended to give you a general idea of the likely trip schedule. Numerous factors such as weather, road conditions, the physical ability of the participants etc. may dictate itinerary changes either before departure or while on the trail. We reserve the right to change this schedule in the interest of the trip participant’s safety, comfort and general well being.
(All relevant Terms & Conditions apply).
Bajre Dara Trek Cost: US$ 1120 per person.
Bajre Dara Trek Cost for Indian Nationals : Request a Quote in Indian Rupee
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BAJRE DARA TREK COST INCLUDES:
- Hotel accommodation: twin share, including breakfasts.
- Twin share tent with mattress during camping/trekking.
- Fully organized trek services with guide, porters, and camping equipment.
- Fixed three meals every day during trekking or camping.
- All road transport as per itinerary by car or Jeep.
- Service of an English-speaking guide.
- Entrance fees to monuments visited.
- All permits are for Darjeeling and Sikkim.
DOES NOT INCLUDE:
- personal clothing/equipment.
- Lunches and dinners during hotel stays.
- Bottled or alcoholic drinks.
- Tips, client insurance, and evacuation costs.
- Any expenses of a personal nature.
(All relevant terms and conditions apply.).
Today we returned from India to Hamburg!
Thank you so much for the excellent organisation of our trekking tour in Darjeeling! These were amazing holidays we will never forget as we chose the Singalila Ridge Trek, the best trek package in Darjeeling! Everything was perfectly organized, and Fabian was the perfect guide; he is such a hearty and lovely person! He did an amazing job and
has excellent knowledge! He took very good care of us! We felt very safe with him! We already recommended Farouttrek and Fabian a lot.
Because it was really excellent and an unforgettable experience!
And we are also thinking about another tour with Fabian!
Thank you so much!
Kathi and Bart
From May 8 to May 16 2014 my husband and I had the pleasure of visiting Darjeeling and the Singalila national park under the guidance of Mr Fabian Tamang.
We went on a six-day Darjeeling Singalila Ridge trek with the mountain views at Sandakphu & Phalut as the main attraction. With Fabian as a guide nothing is impossible. He chooses the best
co-workers, arranges Everything to the best and is very responsive to both visible and not so visible requests from his guests. We warmly recommend anyone
thinking of visiting this area to use the services of Farout Trek and especially of Fabian. Many thanks from Anette and Torbjörn from Sweden!
Anette and Torbjörn from Sweden!
Christi Masi
December 5, 2013 near Seattle, WA, United States
If you are considering a trek to Sikkim Darjeeling Nepal or Bhutan you need to go with Farouttrek (Fabian Tamang). He goes above and beyond your wildest dreams to
make your vacation perfect. Not only is he fun, personable, and an all around great guy - he also has a superb staff, provides excellent food and
will make sure your trip exceeds all of your expectations. Scott and I have trekked all over the world, and this trip- the 18Days Singalila Dzongri Goechala Trek in Sikkim by far - was the best service we have ever experienced - anywhere.
Excellent guide, great views.
Fabian is an excellent and thoughtful guide. His planning is impeccable, which means the trip ran very smoothly, and all I had to do was enjoy the wonderful scenery, views of the Himalayas, and beautiful forest. He also goes above and beyond what you could expect. While trekking, I had quite a severe cold. Fabian organised ginger soup and hot water bottles, taking good care of me.If you are thinking of doing this trail, in my opinion, Fabian is the guide to go with. If you are considering trekking in Nepal, Sikkim, or Darjeeling, Fabian can arrange it; he has extensive experience and is happy to do tailor-made itineraries.
We had a fabulous trek, which I am totally satisfied with, and our guide, Kuman Gurung, and porter, Lakpa Sherpa, were extremely helpful and professional, and it would be a pleasure to do another trek with them.So Fabian, can you send me some details for round Manaslu. Thanks a lot for the job you and your staff did for us, Fabian.
Singalila Dzongri Goechala Pass Trek is an extremely beautiful trek in a remote part of West Sikkim.
On the first part of the trek, we discovered a completely remote area of the Sikkim, where we did not meet any hikers. We had a fabulous crew who made our 11 days of camping trek an unforgettable time. They worked hard to set up our tents in the rain and to give us as much comfort as possible. There was always a smile on their faces.
17 days of travel with Fabian were a brilliant mixture of culture and trekking, so we got a very good insight into Buddhism, the people of Sikkim, and their history. We will keep those fantastic memories forever in our minds!
We really appreciated the time and effort you put in to make sure we had good trips. There was a lot of organization involved, and you handled it well. You were always there for us, even on the days before and after the treks in Darjeeling and Kathmandu. We certainly didn't see any other guides on the circuit that we would rather be with! Speaking English so well and having a good sense of humour made things a lot more fun and interesting. I also thank you for selecting such hard-working and friendly teams for both our trips. I hope in the future the porters, ponymen, and cooks stop being treated like second-class citizens! They all work so hard and clearly know their way around the trails and tea houses.
Rest assured, the trips exceeded our expectations! We will certainly send anyone we know your way if they are interested in doing a trek in the Himalayas! I hope that things worked out okay financially for your company. I imagine the pricing is hard to predict, especially in the Everest region.
Enjoy the time with your family and have a great motorcycle ride! I hope your wife makes all your favourite foods for you over the holidays (if you do get any holidays). We know you like simple, local foods!
Keep in touch! Jam-Jam!
Your gentle giant and slow-walking friend
Alan
Thank you for arranging such an interesting group of friends for Dee to interact with in Kalimpong. Bunty was a true gentleman, and Dee made more than a few friends in your neighborhood. In some ways, this was the highlight of her trip.
We all had a wonderful time, and I can't thank you enough for your expertise and gentle guidance on the Kanchenjunga Base Camp trail. I am happy to be a reference for anyone wishing to travel with FarOut in the future. I tried to leave a recommendation for you on Trip Advisor, but one has to be a member to do so, and I am not. Thus, I offered a few superlatives for Al to add in!
Fabian, answered all my questions quickly and completely via emails and we picked the Sandakphu - Gurdung itinerary because of the perfect views of Everest, Kanchenjunga, Makalu, and Lhotse, 4 of the 5 highest peaks on the planet. Farout is highly recommended and exceeded my lofty expectations....Don't miss the 4:30 a.m. wake-up call to see the sunrise towards Everest and Kanchenjunga. Unforgettable!! Thanks, Fabian; we loved it
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