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This trekking is designed
to suit old and busy guests who have only few days to spare for
trekking. This trek will lead you to Dzongri Peak –4,250 m. starting
from Yuksam-1,780 m. then proceeding onto Sachen – 2,637 m, Tshoka –
3,005 m, Dzongri- 4,030 m. and within five days crossing through
Tshoka village and forests of Rhododendron, Magnolia and other
varieties of wild flora and fauna.
The Dzongri hill is located at an elevation of
4030m or 13,000 ft. It offers panoramic views of Mt. Khangchendzonga
(8586 m) and other peaks of Singalila range, viz. Talung (7349 m),
Kabru North (7338 m), Kabru South (7317 m), Rathong (6679 m),
Kokthang (6147 m) and excellent view of Kabru Dome (6600 m), Forked
Peak (6108m), Guicha (6127 m) and specially Mt. Pandim (6691 m)
followed by Tinchenkhang, Jopunu and Narshing. The trekking trail
starts at Yuksam (1780 m) with a gradual ascent through sub-tropical
and temperate forest of Oaks, Chestnuts, Walnuts, Cedars, pines,
Magnolias, Rhododendrons etc. The trail is also rich in flora and
avi-fauna. The altitude gained is almost 800-1000 m per day and the
average distance covered is 10-17 km per day with 5-6 hrs walk. The
general itinerary followed is Yuksam - Sachen - Tshoka - Dzongri and back
trek with several options. The trek is well supported with meals,
staff, porter/pack animals and camping equipments. However for
various reasons the trekkers are advised to make arrangements for
personal sleeping bag.
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