Sandakphu , Darjeeling
About Sandakphu
Sandakfu or Sandakphu at 3780 mts. / 12,400 ft is the highest peak in West Bengal, located at the edge of the Singalila National Park in Darjeeling district on the West Bengal-Sikkim border. Sandakphu literally means ‘The height of poison plants’ and this name is probably acquired from the belief that the peak is packed with poison plants. It is also the highest point of the Singalila Ridge. Trekkers swear that the best view of Kanchenjunga is from Sandakfu.
From the summit you can see four of the five highest peaks in the world, Everest, Kanchendzonga, Lhotse and Makalu.
If adventure holiday is more of your thing, going on a trek at Sandakphu is definitely the kind of activity you'd enjoy on your honeymoon. Perched at an altitude of 11,930 ft, Sandakphu is one of the most beautiful trekking destinations in the world. Located about 50 kms from Darjeeling, the trek to Sandakphu (highest peak in Singalila ranges) is a truly unique and romantic experience. Meandering through blooming rhododendron trees, fragrant orchids and magnolia and the snow-capped mountains of the Himalayan ranges providing the ultimate backdrop, the trek is a feast for senses. Darjeeling has several accommodation options, Glenburn Tea Estate, Windamere Hotel, Sinclairs, Mayfair, Elgin and Central Heritage are a few romantic options.
Sandakphu can be reached by car or you can trek to the top.
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Places to Visit near Sandakphu
Rimbick, West Bengal
*6.7 km from Sandakphu - See map
Rimbick is about 100 KMs from Darjeeling town and a popular destination for backpackers and trekkers. Wake up early to witness the colourful...
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Borong, Sikkim
*26.9 km from Sandakphu - See map
Borong is a picturesque small village in South Sikkim, located at an altitude of 5800 ft. It is about 17 kms from Ravangla and is gaining...
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Hyatung Falls, Karnali
*27.1 km from Sandakphu - See map
Hyatung Falls is the highest fall in Nepal. The Hyatung falls has an elevation about 365 meters. According to a statement in Nepali Times, the...
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Khangchendzonga National Park, Sikkim
*36.4 km from Sandakphu - See map
Khangchendzonga National Park (previously named Kanchenjunga National Park) is located in Sikkim, and named after 8,586 mts. tall Mt....
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Goecha La, Sikkim
*36.5 km from Sandakphu - See map
Goecha La is a high mountain pass and a popular trekking destination in Sikkim. The trek begins in Yuksom, a quaint hill station where you should...
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Ilam, Nepal, Mechi
61.1 km from Sandakphu - See map
Ilam is to Nepal what Darjeeling is to India - Home to finest tea production in the country and a beautiful hilly region. Ilam has many tea...
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Mai Pokhari, Mechi
62.2 km from Sandakphu - See map
The famous star shaped lake, Mai Pokhari is a wetland in the Ilam district of Nepal. It has nine corners, which is believed to be paying a tribute...
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Torsa Strict Nature Reserve, Western Zone
*66.4 km from Sandakphu - See map
The Toorsa Reserve covers an extensive area of about six hundred square kilometer, occupying majority of the Haa District. It shares international...
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Makalu Barun National Park, Koshi
*67.2 km from Sandakphu - See map
Established in 1992 and covering over an area of 1500 km per square, Makalu Barun National Park has registered itself into the 'sacred Himalayan...
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Sumendu Lake, West Bengal
68.3 km from Sandakphu - See map
Sumendu Lake is located in the picturesque town of Mirik, which is gaining popularity for its climate, natural scenery and easy accessibility....
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Mirik, West Bengal
69.6 km from Sandakphu - See map
Mirik is an immeasurably stunning tourist location nestled midst the foggy knolls of the Darjeeling District. The picturesque town of Mirik is...
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Batasiya Loop & War Memorial, West Bengal
78.6 km from Sandakphu - See map
A point in the legendary toy train journey, this is a place where the railway track takes a loop over itself through a tunnel and takes a sudden...
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