Difficult Treks in Sikkim

Set out on a range of difficult treks in Sikkim with Thrillophilia your reliable travel companion. The high altitudes, difficult terrain, and isolated locales make these journeys demanding. On the Goecha La Trek, you can witness the tallest Indian peak of Mount Kanchenjunga. 

Passing through natural woods, you can reach the Kanchenjunga Base Camp which is the base of the third-highest mountain in the world. On the Green Lake Trek, you can reach a remote glacial lake encircled by lofty peaks and alpine meadows. 

The Tholung Trek blends historical monasteries, challenging mountain climbs, and cultural exploration. On the The Kasturi Orar Round Trek, you meander through historic settlements and scenic valleys. Moreover for a smooth experience our trek packages include meals, lodging, knowledgeable guides, and extra activities that you can enjoy to the fullest.

So why delay? Begin your trekking trip in Sikkim with Thrillophilia and navigate some of the most difficult paths in the Himalayas.

Difficult Treks in Sikkim

Here are the top Difficult Treks in Sikkim:

1. Goecha La Trek: The Goechala Trek is one of the difficult treks in Sikkim that is 90 kilometres long and takes about 11 days. You reach an elevation of 15,100 on this walk passing through the pristine Samiti Lake and Thangshing’s mystical settings. You will witness your trail filled with thick rhododendron forests and catch views of the world’s 3rd highest mountain peak.

2. Kanchenjunga Base Camp Trek: Kanchenjunga Base Camp Trek is one of the difficult treks in Sikkim that is 90 kilometres long and takes about 11 days. You reach an elevation of 5200 metres on this walk passing through jungles filled with ferns, rhododendrons, and magnolia. After passing through Bikhbari, you reach the base camp enjoying the views of Rathing, Kabur, Koktang and Frey peaks.

3. Green Lake Trek: The Green Lake Trek is one of the difficult treks in Sikkim that is 92 kilometres long and takes about 12 days. You reach an elevation of 5050 metres on this walk passing through a sprawling green terrain and alpine timber trees. At the end of the trek you reach the Green Lake located on North Sikkim’s Zemu glacier and enjoy serene views of Mt. Sinolchu.

4. Tosar Lake Trek: The Tosar Lake trek is one of the Sikkim difficult treks that is 66 kilometres long and takes 11 days. You reach an altitude of 13,120 feet on this walk passing through the Mangan Ridge’s northern slope covered with wet temperate forest of bamboo. At the end of the trek you reach the high-altitude lake and enjoy views of Kanchenjunga East.

5. Tholung Trek: The Tholung trek is one of the Sikkim difficult treks that is 75 kilometres long and takes 9 days. You reach an altitude of 8000 feet on this walk passing through cardamom groves, rustic hamlets, Tholung monastery, tea farms, and Talung River. At the end of the trek you reach Lingsha and that ends your walk.

6. Kasturi Orar Round Trek: The Kasturi Orar Round Trek is a difficult trek in Sikkim that is 120 kilometres long and takes about 11 days. You reach an elevation of 4940 metres on this walk passing through Thansing meadows, the vast Dzongri plain and Tshoka’s rhododendron forests. You get to enjoy views of the Lampokhari lake’s azure waters, besides views of Jopuno, Tinchen Khang and Goecha peaks at the end of the walk.