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Okhrey & Varsey Rhododendron Sanctuary Trek — Sikkim
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Okhrey & Varsey Rhododendron Sanctuary Trek

Hike through the flaming red canopy of Varsey Rhododendron Sanctuary from the Sherpa village of Okhrey in West Sikkim.

Destination 📍 Sikkim
Duration ⏱️ 3 Days / 2 Nights
Starting Price Starting From ₹9,499 Onwards
Best Time To Visit 🗓️ March to May (Peak Blooming Season) & October to December
Assigned Vehicle 🚘 Bolero / Scorpio / Dzire

About This Tour

Witness one of the most stunning floral spectacles in the Himalayas. Starting from the charming Sherpa village of Okhrey, take an easy 4-km forest walk into Varsey Rhododendron Sanctuary (10,000 ft) where dozens of species of rhododendrons bloom in crimson and pink against snowy Kanchenjunga.

Places Covered

📍 Okhrey 📍 Hilley 📍 Varsey Rhododendron Sanctuary 📍 Guras Kunj 📍 Sherpa Village 📍 Sombaria

Day-Wise Itinerary

Day 1

NJP/Bagdogra to Okhrey Sherpa Village

Drive through the picturesque tea valleys of Mirik and Jorethang up to Okhrey (7,200 ft). Visit local monastery and organic potato farms.

Route / Stops: NJP/Bagdogra → Jorethang → Sombaria → Okhrey

Overnight: Okhrey Homestay

Day 2

Hilley to Varsey Rhododendron Sanctuary Hike

Drive 10 km to Hilley trek point. Walk the gentle 4-km trail inside Varsey Rhododendron Sanctuary surrounded by blooming red canopy with Mt. Kanchenjunga backdrop.

Route / Stops: Okhrey → Hilley → Varsey Sanctuary → Hilley → Okhrey

Overnight: Okhrey

Day 3

Okhrey to NJP/Bagdogra Departure

Morning village walk and drive back to Siliguri/Bagdogra.

Route / Stops: Okhrey → Jorethang → NJP / Bagdogra

Overnight: Departure

Package Inclusions & Exclusions

Included in Package

  • Dedicated Private SUV/Cab
  • Sanctuary Entry Permits
  • Driver Allowance & Fuel
  • Pickup & Drop

Package Excludes

  • Homestay rooms
  • Meals & guide fees

Transport, Vehicle & Permit Notes

🚘 Assigned Vehicle: Bolero / Scorpio / Dzire

📋 Important Notes & Permits: Valid government photo ID (Voter ID/Passport for Bhutan; Aadhaar/Passport for Northeast) required for permits.

👥 Ideal For: Nature Lovers, Hikers, Botanists, Families

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