Darjeeling, a hill station situated in the state of West Bengal, and Sikkim, a state of India situated amidst the Himalayan Mountain Ranges make for great places of visit with friends and family. The state of Sikkim is bordered to the east as well as to the north by China, to the southeast by Bhutan, to the south by West Bengal and to the west by China.
While the hill station of Darjeeling is known for its tea plantations, the state of Sikkim is primarily known for the Kanchenjunga, which is the third peak of the world. Darjeeling & Sikkim, both are also known for their scenic landscapes, flora and fauna, numerous interesting places of visit, culture and art, fairs and thrilling adventurous activities.
The elevation that the hill station of Darjeeling enjoys is 6,982 feet and thus it could be said that it experiences severe winter conditions. To speak of the state of Sikkim, it needs to be mentioned here that this state enjoys an elevation of 920 ft to 28,000 ft. The picturesque beauty of 28 mountain peaks as well the lakes are responsible for the distinct appeal of this place. It is to be mentioned here that since the lakes are situated at a high altitude, it freezes during the winter months.
Darjeeling & Sikkim are ideal for the activity of trekking. The other adventurous activities that these places offer to its visitors are mountain climbing, river rafting, and mountain biking. Apart from the adventurous activities, the other kinds of activities, which you can opt for at these places are sailing, boating and canoeing. If you are of adventurous nature, then just go for the adventurous activities. If this time, you want to opt for a different kind of activity, then the best option that is available to you is that of trekking.
Darjeeling & Sikkim organizes great trekking tours. The duration of these trekking tours may vary from one to another, depending on the places. As far as the Darjeeling trekking tours are concerned, opt for the one that includes a trip to the Kanchenjunga Sandakhphu and the Eastern ridges. The other well known trek tours are Darjeeling Kanchenjunga Trek and Darjeeling to Maneybhanjyang to Tonglu Trek.
The Sikikim Trekking Tours are Singalila Trek, North Sikkim Trek, Sikkim Kanchenjunga Trek, Green Lake Trek and Sikkim Darjeeling Trekking Tour.
These trekking tours are organized by the tour operators, who operate in Darjeeling & Sikkim. You would love to know that the tour operators do not charge much. Just opt for a trekking tour that would suit you the most.
So just book your tickets to any one of these places for trekking adventure.
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