Trip Overview

The Kasturi Odar round trek offers an extraordinary view of the snow-clad mountains in Sikkim. Trek through the unexplored trails of Kanchenjunga National Park and explore the off-beaten location of Kasturi. The picturesque scenery of lonely mountain landscapes and isolated villages will fill all the trekkers with feelings of tranquility. Witness the sunrise from mesmeric viewpoints and absorb the first rays of the sun with this amazing trek. Hike to the Goecha La pass and capture exotic views of the valley and the mountains. Embark upon this life-changing trek and witness the lifestyle of Sikkim.

Highlights:

  • Trek through the diverse Kanchenjunga National Park
  • Capture stunning views of Mt. Kanchenjunga and other peaks
  • Hike through beautiful rhododendron forests
  • Walk along the banks of Ladong Khola river
  • Spend night in beautiful campsites
  • Enjoy beautiful nature walks through steel bridges, streams, meadows, and lush forests
  • Visit the famous city of Kasturi
  • Climb the famous Goecha La pass

Itinerary

  • Day 1: Arrive Delhi and Check-in at hotelArrive in Delhi and transfer to the hotel for overnight stay.
  • Day 2: Fly from Delhi to Bagdogra
    Today we will board the flight to Bagdogra, followed by a 6.5 hour drive to the trekking Base Camp at Yuksom. The guests will spend the night at a hotel.
  • Day 3: Yuksom to Sajen
    We will commence trekking from Yuksom village market and head north towards the Kanchenjunga National Park area. Hike along the bank of Ladong Khola and cross a steel bridge to reach the beautiful campsite at Sajen. Stay the night in this peaceful forest.
  • Day 4 : Sajen to Tshoka
    Today’s trek will begin at 09:00 AM with the peaceful chirping of birds. Cross a hanging steel bridge, and after 4 hours of trek, we will finally reach Tshoka campsite. This campsite is guarded by huge trees that make the sight even more beautiful.
  • Day 5: Tshoka to Dzongri
    We will have to get up early, as today’s trek will be quite challenging. Trek on an ascending trail and pass through a rhododendron forest. We will take a halt at Phedang for lunch and trek for 2.5 hours more to reach Dzongri.
  • Day 6: Acclimatize at Dzongri
    Get up early at 04:00 AM for a 30-minute trek to an exquisite viewpoint. Witness the beautiful sunrise and Mt. Kanchenjunga from the viewpoint. Return to the campsite for breakfast and hike to Dzongri-La in the afternoon. We will be back at the campsite in the evening for an overnight stay.
  • Day 7: Dzongri to Lamuney
    Today we will trek uphill with gorgeous views of the mountain at all times. Lunch will be served on the way and we will reach Lamuney by evening.
  • Day 8: Lamuney to Goechala and Thangsing
    All the guests will have to get up at 03:00 AM for meals and proceed towards the best destination of this tour. We will begin the adventurous trek by 03:30 AM for Goechala. We should reach Goechala by 06:00 AM to enjoy a mesmeric view of the sunrise. Now, we will head down towards Thangsing and spend the rest of the day at the campsite.
  • Day 9: Thangsing to Lampokhari and Chamray
    The trail goes uphill through beautiful rhododendron forest and panoramic mountain views. After reaching Lampokhari, we will visit a beautiful lake and continue to trek towards Chamray for overnight stay.
  • Day 10: Chamray to Kasturi
    Today we will hike downhill on a gradual path to reach Kasturi.
  • Day 11: Kasturi to Labdang
    The trail for today is mostly downhill through various forests. The Ladbang community village will be tonight’s spot for overnight stay.
  • Day 12: Labdang to Tashiding
    Our tour guides will transfer all the guests to a hotel in Tashiding through private vehicles. The guests can enjoy a farewell dinner with the team or depart to the airport or railway station.

Included

  • Accommodation in hotel at Yuksom including breakfast
  • Three meals a day during the trek
  • Trekking and Camping equipment
  • Tented accommodation in twin or triple sharing basis
  • Porter and Yaks for carrying luggage
  • Professional trekking guide with fluency in English language
  • Entry fees and permits

Excluded

  • International or domestic Airfare
  • Travel and Medical Insurance
  • Meals not mentioned in the Included section
  • Optional trips and sight-seeing
  • Added expense that may arise due to unforeseen events like transportation delays, roadblocks, landslides, etc.
  • Transportation from Bagdogra Airport
  • Offloading bagpack charges (Rs 3000 per bag)
  • Personal expenses

Good to Know

Safety of all the participants is our top priority; therefore the organizer may cancel or modify the itinerary if required. Depending upon the weather conditions, health conditions of members, natural disasters or extreme cases, the organizer may make changes to the itinerary for safety and security of the group. Full co-operation of guests would be appreciated at such times.

Itinerary

  • Day 1: Arrive Delhi and Check-in at hotelArrive in Delhi and transfer to the hotel for overnight stay.
  • Day 2: Fly from Delhi to Bagdogra
    Today we will board the flight to Bagdogra, followed by a 6.5 hour drive to the trekking Base Camp at Yuksom. The guests will spend the night at a hotel.
  • Day 3: Yuksom to Sajen
    We will commence trekking from Yuksom village market and head north towards the Kanchenjunga National Park area. Hike along the bank of Ladong Khola and cross a steel bridge to reach the beautiful campsite at Sajen. Stay the night in this peaceful forest.
  • Day 4 : Sajen to Tshoka
    Today’s trek will begin at 09:00 AM with the peaceful chirping of birds. Cross a hanging steel bridge, and after 4 hours of trek, we will finally reach Tshoka campsite. This campsite is guarded by huge trees that make the sight even more beautiful.
  • Day 5: Tshoka to Dzongri
    We will have to get up early, as today’s trek will be quite challenging. Trek on an ascending trail and pass through a rhododendron forest. We will take a halt at Phedang for lunch and trek for 2.5 hours more to reach Dzongri.
  • Day 6: Acclimatize at Dzongri
    Get up early at 04:00 AM for a 30-minute trek to an exquisite viewpoint. Witness the beautiful sunrise and Mt. Kanchenjunga from the viewpoint. Return to the campsite for breakfast and hike to Dzongri-La in the afternoon. We will be back at the campsite in the evening for an overnight stay.
  • Day 7: Dzongri to Lamuney
    Today we will trek uphill with gorgeous views of the mountain at all times. Lunch will be served on the way and we will reach Lamuney by evening.
  • Day 8: Lamuney to Goechala and Thangsing
    All the guests will have to get up at 03:00 AM for meals and proceed towards the best destination of this tour. We will begin the adventurous trek by 03:30 AM for Goechala. We should reach Goechala by 06:00 AM to enjoy a mesmeric view of the sunrise. Now, we will head down towards Thangsing and spend the rest of the day at the campsite.
  • Day 9: Thangsing to Lampokhari and Chamray
    The trail goes uphill through beautiful rhododendron forest and panoramic mountain views. After reaching Lampokhari, we will visit a beautiful lake and continue to trek towards Chamray for overnight stay.
  • Day 10: Chamray to Kasturi
    Today we will hike downhill on a gradual path to reach Kasturi.
  • Day 11: Kasturi to Labdang
    The trail for today is mostly downhill through various forests. The Ladbang community village will be tonight’s spot for overnight stay.
  • Day 12: Labdang to Tashiding
    Our tour guides will transfer all the guests to a hotel in Tashiding through private vehicles. The guests can enjoy a farewell dinner with the team or depart to the airport or railway station.

Included

  • Accommodation in hotel at Yuksom including breakfast
  • Three meals a day during the trek
  • Trekking and Camping equipment
  • Tented accommodation in twin or triple sharing basis
  • Porter and Yaks for carrying luggage
  • Professional trekking guide with fluency in English language
  • Entry fees and permits

Excluded

  • International or domestic Airfare
  • Travel and Medical Insurance
  • Meals not mentioned in the Included section
  • Optional trips and sight-seeing
  • Added expense that may arise due to unforeseen events like transportation delays, roadblocks, landslides, etc.
  • Transportation from Bagdogra Airport
  • Offloading bagpack charges (Rs 3000 per bag)
  • Personal expenses

Good to Know

Safety of all the participants is our top priority; therefore the organizer may cancel or modify the itinerary if required. Depending upon the weather conditions, health conditions of members, natural disasters or extreme cases, the organizer may make changes to the itinerary for safety and security of the group. Full co-operation of guests would be appreciated at such times.