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Singalila phoktey dara and Phalut trek is best winter trek in India.

Singalila phoktey dara and Phalut trek is best winter trek in India.

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This package is applicable for private group and fixed departure, for private group cost is high

7 days 8 nights
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Region - Sikkim

Best Time - September to June

Highest Point - 3800meter approximately

Main Attraction Of The Place - View Mt. Everest and Mt Kanchenjunga

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Phoktey Dara Trek

Phoktey dara trek it is cosidered the baby trek it means every one can do because it is not any difficuties route. A trek full of woodland with the amazing beauty of panoramic Sikkim/ Nepal ranges is a very small thing to tell you about Phoktey Dara Trek. 

Phoktey Dara trek is the famous trek of West Sikkim, situated at the height of 3734 meters. The trek is approximately 26 km. This trek is famous because it gives a view of the 4 highest peaks of the world out of 5 and these hilltops are Mt. Makalu, Mt. Nuptse, Mt. Everest, Mt. Lhoste. On the eastern side, one can witness the view of Mt. Sinolchu, Mt. Kabru, Mt. Khanchendzonga, Mt. podium, Mt. Rathong, Mt. Kokthang. While doing this trek one can get a 360 view of many mountains and the ‘Sleeping Buddha’ formation of the Kanchenjungha range. From the top of Phoktey Dara, one will get the top view of Phalut, Sandhakpu, blossoming alpine trees, Barsey Rhododendron Sanctuary, and Nunthaley viewpoint. It is the gateway to Singalila Ridge Hike and is famous for different species of birds and Rhododendrons.

Phoktey Dara is more famous for its hilltop view of sunrise and sunset than the trek in West Sikkim. 

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Phoktey Dara is the trek inside Barsey Rhododendron Sanctuary and while trekking through this you will get to see many untouched forests. There are many forests Mixed coniferous forest, Montane wet Temperate Forest, Subalpine, Conifer, and Birch - Fir Forest. Mostly the atmosphere of the forest is damp and wet, rich in flora. Even during winters, one will get to see greenery. The sanctuary is spreading over the area of 104 sq. km. approximately giving a home to Barking Deer, Marbled Cat, Himalayan Black Bear, Red Panda, etc. This is the best place for people who have a great interest in photography.

Phoktey Dara trek’s starting point is Uttarey, which is a small village in West Sikkim, situated at northern Singalila Ranges. It’s another name is Everest Kanchendzonga- View trek.

One can choose the railway or airways to reach here. NJP or New Jalpaiguri Railways Station is the main railway station where one can come from their place. And if someone is coming by airways then he/ she should fly to IXB/ Bagdogra.

Best time to go this phoktey dara trekking

The best of visiting Phoktey trek is October to May

Trekking in october, November, December, Jannuary, March, April, May this is best month for the trek to phokteydara trek

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Itinerary

Day 1 (Arrival in Baghdogra Airport or NJP siliguri and drive 6 hours to Uttarey.)

As you arrive at the Railway station NJP or airport IXB our representative will welcome you and take a drive of approx. 7 hours, 160 km and reach Uttarey Valley (starting point of Phokteydara Trek). While driving towards Uttarey enjoy watching the beauty of Teesta River, lush green hills and mountains, cloudy hills, evergreen woodland/ forests, rural villages of Sikkim. During 6-7 hrs. On the journey towards Uttarey, you can stop and have lunch at the 2nd important and famous place of Sikkim, Jordan. It is the last market also if you are looking for adding up something in your trek list then you should buy it from here only after this no other market you will find. During the ride, you will also pass by some well-known tourist attractions like Kaluk, Dentam, Hee, Singshore bridge, Rinchenpong. Take a tea break and enjoy the place. As you arrive at Uttarey check-in, take some rest, and get fresh. In the evening you can go for a walk and explore the local. Overnight stay at Uttarey.

Day 2 (Uttarey to Chetry 8km)

Day 3 (Chitrey to Kalijhar via chewa border)

Day 4 (Early morning visit phoktey dara take view of mountain and descent to camp have some break fast and trek to Toriphulley 12km)

Day 5 (Tori-phulley to Phalut and Gorkhey 15Km trek mostly descent)

Day 6 (Gorkhey to Ramam via Samandin 8km)

Day 7 (Ramam to Siliguri Njp or Baghdogra airport)

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Frequently Asked Question of About Singalila Phoktey dara trek.

Is there any minimum age required to do Phoktey Dara trek?

You should be minimum 5 years old if you are planning to do the trek

How much minimum we have to trek each day?

At least 11 to 13 km daily I.e. approximately 7 to 8 hours daily.

What is the best way of being fit during the trek?

You need to take proper food, drink plenty of water, proper and sound sleep. Best of all enjoy every moment.

What are the important documents to carry along with me?

You need to carry your original Identity proof along with you.

Will we get an electrical supply during the trek?

No last point where you will get electric supply will be Uttarey so keep your power bank along with you

Should I bring a trekking pole along with me?

Yes, bring by self it will make your trek comfortable

Do I require carrying warm cloth?

Yes it's mandatory because at some points the temperature will fall down to – 7 degree at night

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