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Overview

Brumkhangse Peak, located in the remote and scenic region of North Sikkim, has been open for expeditions since 2005. This moderately graded climb is relatively isolated from other major Sikkim peaks, offering a tranquil and immersive mountain experience. The route passes through the beautiful Lachung Valley and rewards trekkers with breathtaking views of surrounding peaks such as Eagle Peak and Pheling Peak. The unspoiled trail showcases pristine alpine beauty and captivating panoramas. This 12 nights and 13 days itinerary also covers highlights like Gangtok and Lachung, making it ideal for adventure seekers eager to combine thrill with spectacular Himalayan landscapes.

Duration: 17 Days 16 Nights

ITINERARIES

  • 1 Day Delhi - Bagdogra - Gangtok

In the morning catch a flight for Bagdogra. On arrival at Bagdogra airport, meet our representative and then drive towards Gangtok. On arrival in Gangtok, check in at your already booked hotel. The evening is free for leisure. Enjoy an overnight stay at the hotel in Gangtok.

  • 2 Day Gangtok Rest Day/Sightseeing

The day is free for to rest or enjoy sightseeing of Gangtok. One can also do shopping during the leisure time. The day is also free to clear all final permit procedure and introduce you with the expedition staff; they will assist you and also go with you during the trip.

  • 3  Day Day 03 Gangtok: easy excursion to Tsomgo Lake situated at the Indo-China border at an altitude of 12,400ft.

(option to have an experience of Yak ride here). Enjoy the serene beauty of the lake and return back to Gangtok. Stay O/N.

  • 4 Day Gangtok - Lachung (3000 mts/9600 ft) (124 Kms/5½ hrs)

In the morning after breakfast, we will proceed from Gangtok to Lachung. En-route, we will visit the Tashi view point, Kabi Longtsok, Seven sister's water fall and Singhik view point. Later after lunch on route, we will continue our drive to Lachung. On arrival, check in at the hotel in Lachung and enjoy dinner followed by an overnight stay.

  • 5 Day Lachung - Shiv Mandir Base Camp (3900 mts/12795 ft) 40 kms/1.30 Hrs

After Breakfast in the morning, we will drive to Shiv Mandir, a short drive of max 2 hours via Yumthang. Overnight stay in base camp at Shiv Mandir.

  • 6 Day Exploration of Brumkhangse Valley/Acclimations

Today we will go to explore Brumkhangse Valley. After breakfast in the morning, we will start our journey and try to reach some good height so that we can acclimatize well. Later in the afternoon, we will descend back to the base camp.

  • 7 Day Base Camp Rest Day (3900 mts/12795 ft)

The day is called for a rest before going further on high altitude. We will be dividing all necessary items for further route and leave unnecessary items in the base camp. We will also recheck our equipments. Overnight stay in tents.

  • 8 Day Base Camp - Advance Base Camp (4500 mts/14763 ft) 4 - 5hrs

Real Treks start from today when we will trek from the base camp to advance base camp.. There is very less trail so one has to walk through steep shrubby and rock terrain. We will put our camp closer to the water source. Overnight stay in tents.

  • 9 Day Reserved Day for Summit

The extra day will be reserved for Summit in case of bad weather or any other bad condition.

  • 10 Day Advance Base Camp - Camp 1 (5100 mts/16732ft) (5 - 6 hrs)

Today, we will start climbing towards Brumkhangse Glacier. The initial 200Mts are quite steep and crevassed. By keeping to the right side as much as possible, you will emerge on the upper glacier and gentler terrain. Keeping hard right on the glacier under a rock ridge you will find safe and easy passage to Camp 1. This spot provides a safe, open camping area, with running water on nearby rocks. Take pleasure of an overnight stay at Camp 1.

  • 11 Day Summit Day Brumkhangse (5635 mts/18487 ft) (4-5hrs)

Today early in the morning, we will attempt for the Summit. Our route starts again from the right side of the glacier, until we reached a prominent col at c.5330m. On the left of the col is our Summit, which we called Brumkhangshe South (c5635m). The climbing is straightforward on steep snow slopes till Summit. After Summit takes pictures, enjoy panoramic views and later descend to camp 1. Enjoy an overnight stay at Camp 1.

  • 12 Day Reserved Day for Summit

The extra day will be reserved for Summit in case of bad weather or any other bad condition.

  • 13 Day Camp 1 - Base Camp (3900 mts/12795 ft) (5-6hrs)

In the morning after breakfast, we will pack our things and descend directly to base camp by passing advance base camp. It will be much easier walking down after staying at high altitude. An overnight At Base Camp.

  • 14 Day Base Camp - Lachung - Gangtok (6 - 7 Hours)

The day will be an easier one for you after treks and climbing in high altitude. In the morning after breakfast, we will pack our bags and drive down to Gangtok Via Lachung. Enjoy a night stay at the hotel in Gangtok.

  • 15 Day Gangtok-Darjeeling

Drive to Darjeeling -the British developed hill resort , producer of world famous tea. (115 km / 04 hrs).Evening free to explore the town. Overnight hotel.

  • 16 Day Sightseeing of Darjeeling

Early morning tour to Tiger Hill (at around 4 am) to view sunrise over mighty Kanchenjunga. The view is splendid on clear weather day. On the way back, take a look at Ghoom Monastery and the Batasia Loop. Afternoon visit to Himalayan Zoological Park (Closed on Thursday), Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, Gumbu Rock site and Tibetan Refugee self-help (Closed on Sunday) Center Tea Estate. Overnight hotel.

·        17 Day Darjeeling to Bagdogra (123 kms / 6-7 hrs)

In the morning after breakfast drive to Bagdogra and from here take a flight for onward destination. Trip and Services Ends Here

Inclusions

• Pick up & drop including all necessary transportation
• Hotels Accommodation in Gangtok & Lachung and Darjeeling  with (With BB PLAN)
• Trekking support with trekking guide, cook, potters, yaks
• Trekking accommodation with meals & beverages
• Services for trekking permit, Kanchenjunga National Park fees
• Expedition Royalties fee & other necessary services
• Expedition Royalties - The following royalties are levied for the expeditions 
• For foreign expedition teams: US$ 500 per team of up to four members, Eight members US$ 700 per   
team of upto eight members and US$ 100 for every additional member.

Exclusion

• Expenses of personal nature such as laundry,
• Telephone, alcohol and personal insurance however cover immediate medical facilities
• Extra expenses due to unforeseen circumstances such as landslide /strike /accidents/natural calamities, Ropeway, Airfare Ticket, Tips and etc
• Travel insurance
 Insurance
The following minimum insurance coverage is compulsory.
Expedition members: Rs. 3 lakhs per member
Camp crew: Rs. 1 lakh per person
Porters: Rs. 50,000/- per person
Animals: Rs. 20,000/- per animal
Please noted are following information as below.
It’s very necessary advisable to book the peaks well in advance with us in order to complete all the official formalities. Generally we obtain the permit in a period of one week. Rescue operations during emergencies and accidents are looked after by the liaison officer who will coordinate with us and government machinery.