Package Description
Since long, this awesome destination is a prime attraction among adventure lovers not only from India, but also from around the globe.
Due to its breathtaking natural beauty, this trekking route attracts lots of visitors, adventure lovers, and trekkers every year.
Keeping this in mind, Dooars darshan tour and travels have come up with wonderful Sandakphu Land Rover Package Tour suits for family tour and adventure lovers also.
Travelling to the top of Sandakphu and Phalut is really worth some and will be a life time experience.
Dayswise Detailed Itinerary
DAY 1 : NJP TO MANEBHANJAN
Meet & greet on arrival at Bagdogra Airport[IXB] / NJP Station / Siliguri Bus Stop for your Sandakphu Land Rover Package Tour and drive towards Manebhanjan, a small transit town lying on the Indo Nepal border in Darjeeling sub-division via Mirik, also known as the Land of Land Rovers. The journey follows through the meandering smooth scenic road lined up with green trees, mountains, small tea shops, and lots of tourist vehicles. On arrival, check-in to the hotel having decent rooms and stuffed with basic amenities in the busy city of Manebhanjan. This little place acts as a gateway to Sandakhphu for tourists from all over the world. After a hectic day, the evening is free for leisure, where a walk to the nearby market will be perfect to feel the vibe of that place while giving a final checklist to the essentials like dry food, medicines, and mineral water before moving towards Sandakphu. Nightstay at the Hotel or Homestay in Manebhanjan.
DAY 2 : MANEBHANJAN TO SANDAKPHU
As the little town gets highlighted with the orange rays of the sun, while the busy locals get their vintage Land Rovers ready before the business hours, freshen up to experience the never before. Post breakfast, check-out from the hotel, and hop into the 50 – 70 years aged Land Rover from the British era that continues to dominate over the narrow stretch from Manebhanjan to Sandakphu - in short, your Sandakphu Land Rover Tour begins. Except for these 4 – wheelers, no other car is allowed or can negotiate this entire boulder track with steep, bumpy terrain and winding at several places. The noisy Rover cuts its way through the mystical green forests covered with colorful rhododendron and thick shrouded mist overlooking 180 degrees view of Mt Kanchenjunga, Mt. Everest, and many Himalayan peaks. Sandakphu is at an elevation of 11,930 ft in West Bengal with the jaw-dropping view of the mighty Mt. Kanchenjunga, Mt. Everest, and several other peaks floating in a sea of clouds waiting to greet its visitors. This trekkers paradise is sure to stun everyone with its 360 – degree panoramic view of the mountains surrounded by deep silver forest, fluttering prayer flags, and smoky clouds. On arrival, check in to the homestay facing the rugged mountains supplied with basic amenities in a tranquil environment. As the evening sets in along with the temperature turning down, the best way to beat the chill is with a cup of hot tea under the warm blanket while peeping out of through the window to catch a glimpse of Mt. Kanchenjunga as it dazzles like it was lit up by thousand blub. Night stay at the Hotel / Homestay in Sandakphu. Mt. Kanchenjungha - The most auspicious peaks that lured every travellers & trekker in this route is Mt. Kanchenjungha. Standing height at 8,586 m / 28,169 feet this majestic peaks can be behold from a hand pick distances on a clear day. Literarily known as the Sleeping Buddha with other clusters of its family like Mt. Kumbhakarna and Mt. Pandim, it will play hide and seek as you approach towards the range. From Phalut, the cluster is so close that you can feel like touching the mountains. That's the magic of Sandakphu Phalut Trekking and Tour by Land Rover. Mt. Makalu - One of the eight-thousanders of the world and the fifth highest peaks stand at an altitude of 27, 838 ft. visible in the right side of Mt. Everest from Sandakphu summit on a clear day. Mt. Lhotse - In Tibetan means "south peak" is the fourth highest peaks (27,940ft / 8,516 m) in the world that can be seen from Sandakphu view point just left of the Mt. Everest. Mt. Everest - The world's highest peak (8,848m / 29,031.7 ft) standing majestically over the Mt. Makalu and Mt. Lhotse. A pair of powerful binoculars from Phalut trekking point will bring this glorious ice capped mountain even closer.
DAY 3 : SANDAKPHU TO PHALUT
As the "Sleeping Buddha" (comprising of Kanchenjunga and other Himalayan ranges) lightens up with rosy hues of the sun,arise in a soothing environment to witness this magical view under the warm, cozy blanket. Enjoy the homely breakfast in bone-chilling cold weather while exploring the unparalleled mountains before leaving for Phalut. Phalut is 20 km from Sandakphu, about 2.5 hrs journey by Jeep is the highest altitude place in West Bengal, surrounded by daunting mountains with a magnificent view of the Mt. Kanchenjunga and Mt. Everest. The road journey to Phalut is very scenic, while many youngsters opt to hike this stretch while making it to the top. From Phalut top, Mt.Kanchenjunga is at its closest with a gigantic appearance making everyone feel it is at a stone throw distance. On return Sandakphu, the evening is free to enjoy the beauty of the place while munching some local delicacies in the Sunrise Hotel and Restaurant in Sandakphu. People like us who love being active on social media are sure to face some difficulty at Sandakphu as there is limited network coverage, thus creating room for boredom, and to overcome this, carry board games like chess, ludo, monopoly, or cards. Nightstay at Sandakphu.
DAY 4 : SANDAKPHU TO LEPCHAJAGAT VIA MANEBHANJAN
The morning in hilly areas is difficult to start, as the cold weather forces to stay under the warm quilt a little longer while a new destination waits to explore. After the morning meal, move towards Lepchajagat via Manebhanjan. First we will get down upto Manebhanjan from Sandakphu Top by Land Rover and then from Manebhanjan to Lepchajagat we will hire another car like SUmo or Bolero and reach upto Manebhanjan - our next destination. Lepchajagat is the hidden jewel of Darjeeling Dist and no less than heaven for nature lovers. This place is all about experiencing nature in its full bloom, combined with the pictorial view of Mt. Kanchenjunga and confined with tall pine and oak trees. Lepchajagat is situated far from the bustling city and guarantees to provide a perfect vacation to those who want to spend few nights amidst the wilderness. On arrival, check-in to the hotel/homestay stocked with basic amenities and big windows to get the best view of nature. The evening is free for leisure, where a stroll to the neighborhood is perfect to appreciate the natural beauty of this place, followed by some shopping of handmade items from the locals. Nightstay at LepchaJagat.
DAY 5 : LEPCHAJAGAT TO NJP OR IXB
A MOMENT LASTS FOR SECONDS, BUT THE MEMORIES LAST FOREVER With a heart full of Sweet North Bengal Tour Memories post breakfast, proceed towards Bagdogra Airport / NJP Station from Lepchajagat.