TREK DIFFICULTY
Difficult
TREK DURATION
11 Days
HIGHEST ALTITUDE
16,207 feet
GROUP SIZE
12
TREK DISTANCE
85 km
BASECAMP
Sikkim
BEST TIME
March to June and September to November
PICKUP POINT
Sikkim
The Yambong Singalila Trek is a popular trekking destination in Sikkim, India. The trek takes you through stunning landscapes, with views of snow-capped peaks, lush green forests, and quaint villages. The trek starts from Yambong and takes you through Bakhim, Dzongri, Thangsing, and finally to Goechala Pass. The highest point of the trek is at Goechala Pass, which is at an altitude of around 16,000 feet. The best time to go for the Yambong Singalila Trek is during the summer months of May to June and September to November. The trek is a moderate to challenging level trek and requires a good level of fitness. The trek is ideal for families with older children, as well as for experienced trekkers looking for a challenging adventure in the Himalayas. The trek also offers opportunities for camping and outdoor activities, making it a great option for a holiday or a weekend getaway.
Day 1: Trek from Nambu to Chongri
Day 2: Trek from Chongri to Naya Patal
Day 3: Trek from Naya Patal to Lower Yambong.
Day 4: Trek from Lower Yambong to Upper Yambong
Day 5: Trek from Upper Yambong to Gomathang
Day 6: Trek from Gomathang to Pangding
Day 7: Trek from Pangding to Dzongri
Day 8: Trek from Dzongri to Thangshing
Day 9: Trek from Thangshing to Kockchurung via Goechala
Day 10: Trek from Kockchurung to Tshoka
Day 11: Trek from Tshoka to Yuksam
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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.
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.
Day 1: Nambu to Chongri (6,725 ft) via Sangkhola | Trek: 7 km in 4 - 5 hrs
Day 2: Chongri to Naya Patal (9842 ft) | Trek: 6 km in 4 - 5 hrs
Day 3: Naya Patal to Lower Yambong (10826 ft) | Trek: 7 km in 5-6 hrs
Day 4: Lower Yambong to Upper Yambong (12253 ft) | Trek: 6 km in 4 - 5 hrs
Day 5: Upper Yambong to Gomathang (11482 ft) | Trek: 5 km in 4 - 5 hrs
Day 6: Gomathang to Pangding (13812 ft) | Trek: 5 km in 4 - 5 hrs
Day 7: Pangding to Dzongri (13,188 ft) | Trek: 9 km in 6 - 7 hrs
Day 8: Dzongri to Thangshing (12664 ft) | Trek: 6 km in 4 - 5 hrs
Day 9: Thangshing to Kockchurung (12139 ft) via Goechala (16207 ft) | Trek: 15 km 8 -10 hrs
Day 10: Kockchurung to Tshoka (10,006 ft) | Trek: 10km in 5 - 6hrs
Day 11: Tshoka to Yuksam (5856 ft) | Trek: 13km in 6 - 7 hrs