Green Lake Trek
TREK DIFFICULTY
Difficult
TREK DURATION
13 Days
HIGHEST ALTITUDE
16,190 feet
GROUP SIZE
12
TREK DISTANCE
90 Km
BASECAMP
Sikkim
BEST TIME
March to June and September to November
PICKUP POINT
Sikkim
Green Lake Trek Overview
Green Lake Trek is a popular high-altitude trek in Sikkim, India. The trek takes you through lush forests, beautiful meadows, and valleys with stunning views of the surrounding mountains, including the majestic Kanchenjunga peak. The highest altitude of the trek is around 5,500 meters above sea level, which makes it a challenging trek suitable for experienced trekkers. The best time to go on this trek is during the summer months, from April to June and then from September to November. It’s a perfect trek for nature lovers, and the campsites offer breathtaking views. The trek can be customized to accommodate families with children and camping is a popular activity for children on this trek. The trekking trail is well-marked and there are camping facilities available at each stop. The Green Lake Trek is a great way to explore the natural beauty of Sikkim and experience the thrill of high-altitude trekking in India.
Day 1: Drive from Bagdogra Airport to Gangtok
Day 2: Drive from Gangtok to Lachen
Day 3: Trek from Lachen to Tallemt.
Day 4: Trek from Tallem to Jakthang
Day 5: Trek from Jakthang to Yabuk
Day 6: Yabuk to Rest camp
Day 7: Explore inexperienced Lakes
Day 8: Rest & explore Green Lake
Day 9: Trek from Green Lake to Yabuk
Day 10: Trek from Yabuk toTallem
Day 11: Trek from Tallem to Lachen
Day 12: Drive from Lachen to Gangtok
Day 13: Drive from Gangtok to Bagdogra
Day 14: Buffer Day
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Mandatory Backpacking List for Aancha Top Trek
Clothing and Backpack
Get a good backpack (50 L) with a rain cover. Look for a bag that can provide you good back support. Pack 4 quick-dry t-shirts and 2 trekking pants. Get a pair of thermals (upper and lower) for night. Pack a fleece jacket or woolen sweater as a mid-layer. Get a waterproof wind breaker for sudden rain and chilly winds. For winter trekking, get a good down jacket. Now pack a woolen beanie and a balaclava. Get two pairs of gloves (woolen and waterproof). You should also pack a suncap for the daytime.
Footwear
You should look for good quality trekking shoes. Your shoes must be waterproof and provide good ankle support. Do not wear a new pair of shoes on the trek. Your feet must be familiar with the shoes. Now pack 4 pairs of trekking socks and 2 pairs of woolen socks. Pack a pair of comfortable slippers or sandals for the campsite.
Personal Care
For personal care items, start packing with your toiletries. Get a small zipper pouch and pack all the toiletries. Now look for a quick-dry towel and a toilet roll. You should also pack hand sanitizer and moisturizer. Pack a sunscreen that can protect your face from sunburn. You can also pack some snacks for the trek.
Physical Fitness Preparation for Trek:
To overcome the difficulty level of trekking, it requires strong cardiovascular endurance, muscular strength, and overall physical fitness. Incorporate these exercises into your routine to increase strength, stability, and stamina, which will help you tackle difficult terrain sections of the trail at high altitudes.
Overview
Foundation
Strength Building
Power & Stamina
Endurance & Recovery
Day 1: Drive from Bagdogra Airport to Gangtok | Drive: 5 - 6 hrs
It's roughly about 130 kms from the Bagdogra airport to Gangtok. Bagdogra, a quaint town in the scenic Darjeeling district of West Bengal, serves as the gateway to the northeastern states of India
Day 2: Gangtok to Lachen (8,950) | Drive: 135 km in 6 - 7 hrs
In the way you will get Beautiful Hills and Valleys and Sightseeings, Journey takes about 6-7hrs to reach. The drive passes through Engrossing Sikkim villages and breathtaking sight being more than enough waterfalls. Night will be at hotel in Lachen.
Day 3: Lachen to Tallem (10,620 ft) | Trek: 12 km in 6 - 7 hrs
We start our 3rd day with breakfast and after that From Hotel we Start Trek towards Zema. At Zema there is meeting point of two River of Zemu Chu and Thangu Chu. After crossing the meeting Point of these two River we move ahead westwards up the Zemu valley following a trail through the forest. The trail for the first 6 kms is wide and broad After a further 6 kms we reach Tallem and stay in Nights at Camp.
Day 4: Tallem to Jakthang (11,250 ft) | Trek: 12 km in 5 - 6 hrs
Day 4th will be a relatively easy walk but at the End there is a small steep Stretch and after that there will you see brightly coloured Rhododendron Flowers. Night at Camp
Day 5: Jakthang to Yabuk (13250 ft) | Trek: 8 km in 4 - 5 hrs
The trek continues from Jakthang. After a short trek it crosses a bridge over Thombak Chu and then we go down towards the bank of the Zemu Chu and follow the trail at the side of the river. After 8 kms trek we will reach the Yabuk. camping at Night near the glacier.
Day 6: Yabuk to Rest camp (15,500 feet) | Trek: 8 km in 3 - 4 hrs
Today you will going to walk on the rounded, large , and rough stones to reach the rest camp. There you will see magnificent views of mountain peaks like mt.Siniolchu and mt.Simvu. After a long walk we will reach at Rest camp and stay there for overnight at camp and rest your feet for next day.
Day 7: Explore inexperienced Lakes (16190 ft) | Trek: 6 km in 3 - 4 hrs
After Overnight sleep and Breakfast finally we go to our Destination for which we come from far away which is Green Lake, vast open ground where we camp at night.
Day 8: Rest & explore Green Lake (16,190 feet)
The day is for rest, explore Stunning high-altitude landscapes and experience the serene beauty of the lake. Night at Camp.
Day 9: Green Lake to Yabuk (15,500 feet) | Trek: 6 km in 2 - 3 hrs
it’s Time to go back where we started from our journey, and the same path that we passed by. Night at yabuk in Camp.
Day 10: Yabuk toTallem (11,250 feet) via Jakthang | Trek: 8 km in 3 - 4 hrs
Today we continue to trek downhill and stay at tallem and setup our camp here for the night.
Day 11: Tallem to Lachen (8,950 feet) | Trek: 12 km in 4 - 5 hrs
Last trek of our journey, the route is downhill and an easy walk.
Day 12: Lachen to Gangtok | Drive: 135 km in 5 - 6 hrs
After breakfast drive for Gangtok. Stay in hotel.
Day 13: Gangtok to Bagdogra | Drive: 5 - 6 hrs
After breakfast, pack bags and get ready for the Bagdogra airport, and we will End great journey with you.
Inclusions
- Transport support from New Jalpaiguri to New Jalpaiguri
- All vegetarian meals, starting from dinner on day 1 to breakfast on the last day.
- Professional guide, cook, and support staff.
- First-Aid kit with Oximeter and Portable Oxygen Cylinder
- Rent for camping equipment like - Clean sleeping bags and foam mattresses, Good quality ‘A’ shaped or dome tents, Camping stools, tables, crawlers, and gaiters, if required
- Kitchen tents, common tents, and toilet tents with portable toilet seats
- Forest entry charges for Indian nationals (Additional charges will be applicable for international tourists)
- Porter and mule support to carry camping equipment and NOT personal luggage
- Accommodation throughout the trek is on a Double-sharing basis.
- Guesthouse accommodation on the first and second last days on a Triple-sharing basis.
- All applicable taxes
Exclusions
- Personal expenses like tips, personal medicines, phone calls, etc.
- Any transport support during the trek, apart from what is included above.
- Any cost or service not mentioned in the Inclusions
- Accommodation in New Jalpaiguri
- Adventure Insurance
- Costs arising due to unforeseen incidents like bad weather, medical evacuation, roadblocks, etc
- Porter and mule support to carry personal Luggage can be arranged at an additional cost of INR 500 per bag per day (weighing up to 12 kg)
- Please carry a lunch box for packed lunch/breakfast to avoid using polythenes and Aluminium foils. Keeping the Himalayas clean is our own responsibility. Reduce the use of Plastic when you are in the abode of the Sacred Himalaya. 🌱
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