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IN THE SHADOW OF KANGCHENJUNGA This is Superb and stunning trek in the Eastern Himalaya , the trek begin at Uttari over Singalia Ridge to Dzongri and on the Goecha La , from whre you have superb views of the third Highest mountain in the world - Kangchenjunga (8598mts). Duration : 21 Days Best Time : May to Mid June ( Flora & fauna ) and Mid September to Mid November(mountain views ) Highest Point : Goecha - La ( 4800Mts.) Focus : Stunning mountain views , monasteries , villages , flora& fauna Physical Challenge : Some Days are demanding , but staight forward . Red Tape : While applying for visa , please request for special Sikkim entry permit . Route : Calcutta - Darjeeling - Pemayangste - Chitra - Chiwabhanjang - Dhor - Paharay megu - Base of Daphebir Pass - Yanseb - Panding - Ghate - Dzongri - Thangshing - Samity Lake - Geochala - Thangsing - bakhim - Yoksom - Kalimpong - Bagdogra - Calcutta . MENTHOK KANGRI A fine Peak and superb trekking from Spiti to Karzok 6085mts/ Grade 1 A . Menthok is the perfect objective for fit trekkers without climbing experience that want to summit on their first Himalayan Peak , situated in the fascinating region of Rupshu . This high and arid landscape has captured the imagination of travellers since its opening . The expedition travels through remote valleys , scattered high villages and past hilltop monasteries to the base of the mountain . Duration : 24 Days Best Time : July through to September Highest Point : Prang - La ( 5490Mts.) Menthok Top : 6085 mts. Base Camp at : 5420mts. Technical Difficulty : Low - angle snow or straight forward scrambling on rocks . Ropes / crampons are usually required . Previous climbing experience is not essential . Fitness : Good basic fitness , Average rucksack weight 5/6 kg . To join the menthok expedition you need the following specialist equipment : Ice axe , Crampons , harness, Plastic or Leather Mountaineering Boots , 4 season Sleeping bag . Route : Delhi - Chandigarh - Manali - Kaza - Tabo - Kibber - Dumla - Thaltak - Parang La base - Dak Karzong - Dating Yokma - Racholamo - Chumik Shilde - Kiangdam - Tsomoriri Lake - Korzok - Base Camp - Leh - Delhi - Agra -Delhi |
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