Trek & hike with Nagen
Join the Sandakphu trek from Gurdum, plus Phalut and day hikes, from the doorstep of Gurdum Backpackers Homestay.
Sandakphu Trek · 11,930 ft
The highest peak of West Bengal. See the Sleeping Buddha, Everest and Kanchenjunga. Anyone can join, and no experience is needed.
- 4 nights / 5 days · 32 km
- Food, stay, guide and permit included
- Beginner friendly
- Stay at Gurdum Backpackers Homestay
- Land Rover option also available
Route
Maneybhanjan Gurdum → Tumling → Kalipokhri → Sandakphu
Pick your Sandakphu dates
Hikes, packages and jeep trips
Day hikes
- Sombar Khola waterfalls
- Kanchenjunga viewpoint and Nepal monastery at Lamaydhura, 7 km walk up and down
- Ani Sandakphu trek base camp at Tumling, 8 km walk
Short packages
Stay and food packages with a local guide:
- 1N/2D with food and stay
- 2N/3D with food and stay
Phalut and Land Rover
Gurdum is a base for the Phalut trek (50 km), with Huncha as a trek base, and for the classic Land Rover trip to Sandakphu (32 km).
Nearby places from the homestay
| Place | Distance |
|---|---|
| Maneybhanjan (Sandakphu gateway) | 5 km |
| Tumling (Ani Sandakphu base camp) | 8 km walk |
| Lamaydhura, Kanchenjunga viewpoint and Nepal monastery | 7 km walk, up and down |
| Dhotrey village | 19 km |
| Darjeeling | 31 km |
| Sandakphu | 32 km by car |
| Phalut | 50 km |
Table of Contents
Sandakphu trek from Gurdum: what to expect
The Sandakphu trek from Gurdum is a 4 night, 5 day walk of about 32 km that is suitable for beginners. The route runs from Maneybhanjan and Gurdum to Tumling, Kalipokhri and Sandakphu, which stands at 11,930 ft and is the highest peak in West Bengal.
What is included
Our trek package covers food, stay, guide and permit. You stay at Gurdum Backpackers Homestay at the start, and a Land Rover option is also available if you prefer to drive part of the way. Sandakphu is about 32 km from the homestay by car.
The views on the trail
From Sandakphu you can see the Sleeping Buddha ridge line, Everest and Kanchenjunga on a clear day. The trail passes through the Singalila National Park region, with forest, small villages and open ridges along the way. Tumling is about 8 km from Gurdum and Dhotrey is 19 km away.
Fixed departures for October and November 2026
Batches are planned for 16 to 21 October, 22 to 25 October, 25 to 29 October, 30 October to 2 November, 7 to 11 November and 11 to 15 November. Message Nagen on WhatsApp at +91 73190 25389 to join a batch or to ask about a custom date.
The trek is beginner friendly, so you do not need previous experience. Wear sturdy shoes, carry warm layers for the high camps and bring a rain jacket for the Singalila weather. Because the walk begins near Maneybhanjan, you can arrive at Gurdum a day early, rest after the journey from Siliguri or Darjeeling, and start the trail fresh the next morning.
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Why start the trek from Gurdum
Starting from Gurdum means you begin the Sandakphu trail from a quiet village instead of a busy roadside, and you finish your first night with a bonfire and a home-cooked dinner. Our host Nagen Tamang knows the route well, and the trek package covers food, stay, guide and permit, so you only need to bring your own gear and a sense of adventure.
If you are not ready for the full five days, ask about shorter hikes and jeep trips from the homestay. Phalut and day hikes are also possible from our doorstep, and the Land Rover option lets you see the high ridge without walking every kilometre. Share your dates and group size on WhatsApp at +91 73190 25389 and we will suggest the best plan.
Plan your trek with Nagen
Share your dates and group size. Stay at Gurdum before or after the trail.