Sandakphu / Phalut Trek (Darjeeling)
A 6-day trek along the West Bengal-Nepal border to Sandakphu — the four 8,000ers on one skyline.
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- Region
- India
- Country
- South & Southeast Asia
- Biome
- Eastern Himalayan (2,000–3,636 m)
- Best season
- October – December, March – May
- Difficulty
- moderate
Known for
- Backpacking
- Hiking
- Wildlife Viewing
Key takeaways
- Biome: Eastern Himalayan (2,000–3,636 m)
- Best season: October – December, March – May
- Difficulty: moderate
- Top activity: backpacking
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Topic summary
A 6-day trek along the West Bengal-Nepal border to Sandakphu — the four 8,000ers on one skyline.
Key takeaways
- Difficulty: moderate
- Best season: October – December, March – May
Intended uses
backpacking
Climate suitability
Eastern Himalayan (2,000–3,636 m)
Verification notes
Last verified January 1, 1970.
Region
South & Southeast Asia
Biome
Eastern Himalayan (2,000–3,636 m)
Difficulty
moderate
Plan with verified data
Sandakphu / Phalut Trek (Darjeeling) trip tools
Popular pursuits at Sandakphu / Phalut Trek (Darjeeling)
- Backpacking
Multi-day travel with everything on your back — see the packing blocks below.
- Hiking
Day miles on marked trail, with route notes and trail links below.
- Wildlife Viewing
Best light, best season, and where animals move.
