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Sandakphu & Singalila 4WD Land Rover Safari — Darjeeling
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Sandakphu & Singalila 4WD Land Rover Safari

Epic vintage 4WD Land Rover safari to Sandakphu (11,930 ft) — the highest point in West Bengal with the famous Sleeping Buddha panorama of 4 of the world's 5 highest peaks.

Destination 📍 Darjeeling
Duration ⏱️ 4 Days / 3 Nights
Starting Price Starting From ₹18,999 Onwards
Best Time To Visit 🗓️ October to December (Crystal clear views of Everest & Kanchenjunga) & April to May (Rhododendrons)
Assigned Vehicle 🚘 Vintage Series Land Rover 4x4 / Mahindra Bolero 4WD

About This Tour

Ride in iconic vintage 1950s Series Land Rovers along the Indo-Nepal mountain ridge inside Singalila National Park. Reach Sandakphu (11,930 ft), the highest peak in West Bengal, offering the peerless 'Sleeping Buddha' panorama including Mount Everest, Kanchenjunga, Lhotse, and Makalu.

Places Covered

📍 Manebhanjan 📍 Chitre Monastery 📍 Tonglu 📍 Tumling (Nepal) 📍 Singalila National Park 📍 Kalapokhri (Black Lake) 📍 Sandakphu Peak 📍 Phalut viewpoint

Day-Wise Itinerary

Day 1

NJP/Bagdogra to Manebhanjan & 4WD Climb to Tumling

Drive to Manebhanjan (base camp). Board rugged 4WD Land Rover. Ascend steep cobblestone tracks past Chitre monastery to the Indo-Nepal ridge hamlet of Tumling (9,600 ft).

Route / Stops: NJP/Bagdogra → Manebhanjan → Tumling

Overnight: Tumling (Nepal/India Ridge)

Day 2

Tumling to Sandakphu via Kalapokhri Sacred Lake

Drive through Singalila National Park pine and bamboo forests. Stop at sacred black water Kalapokhri Lake. Steep final climb to Sandakphu summit (11,930 ft). Sunset over Kanchenjunga.

Route / Stops: Tumling → Gairibas → Kalapokhri → Bikhebhanjan → Sandakphu

Overnight: Sandakphu

Day 3

Sandakphu Sleeping Buddha Sunrise & Return to Tumling/Manebhanjan

Witness world-famous sunrise illuminating Mt. Everest (8,848m) and Mt. Kanchenjunga (8,586m) in 360-degree glory. Descent safari back to Manebhanjan / Darjeeling.

Route / Stops: Sandakphu → Kalapokhri → Tumling → Manebhanjan → Darjeeling

Overnight: Darjeeling / Manebhanjan

Day 4

Darjeeling to NJP/Bagdogra Departure

Transfer back to NJP Railway Station or Bagdogra Airport.

Route / Stops: Darjeeling → Siliguri / NJP / Bagdogra

Overnight: Departure

Package Inclusions & Exclusions

Included in Package

  • Dedicated 4WD Vintage Land Rover / Bolero 4x4 for Safari
  • Singalila National Park Entry Permits & Vehicle Clearance
  • Professional Mountain Driver
  • Pickup & Drop at Siliguri/Bagdogra

Package Excludes

  • Lodge/Hut accommodation at Sandakphu
  • Meals & personal gear

Transport, Vehicle & Permit Notes

🚘 Assigned Vehicle: Vintage Series Land Rover 4x4 / Mahindra Bolero 4WD

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

👥 Ideal For: Adventurers, Photographers, Trekkers, Himalayan Buffs

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