New trek routes, launched at the festival

Two flagship expeditions debut at Linkhim Tar during Sikkim Adventure Fest 2026: The Heart of Sikkim Trek through the Kurmit Khursong Trail (₹14,999), and the Dzongri – Singalila Round Trek from Yuksom to Uttarey (₹23,923). Both are open for booking now.

Official launch — November 1, 2026, Linkhim Tar Main Festival Venue, Namchi

Department of Tourism & Civil Aviation

Trek Route 2 — open for November 2026 departures

The Heart of Sikkim Trek[ Kurmit Khursong Trail ]

Starting from Lum, Dzongu — the serene gateway of Sikkim hidden in a sacred landscape of pristine rivers, cascading waterfalls, and ancient forests. Rich in Lepcha heritage and biodiversity, reaching 4,500m at Poke La Pass, and mirroring Mt. Siniolchu across seven alpine lakes.

Duration11 Days

Highest point4,500 m

Trail distance~80 km

Package fee₹14,999

✓ 20 Spots Available⏳ Closes Oct 31, 2026 @ 5:00 PM

November 2026 Official Flagship Departure Batch

Strict cap of 20 participants per batch under Sikkim Forest Department conservation regulations.

0 of 20 Reserved20 Remaining

Reserve Trek Spot — ₹14,999

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Designated Trek Official / CoordinatorMr. Tshering Dorjee Lachungpa (North Sikkim Trek Lead)

Call: 8116762251

How the route climbs

Lum, Lower Dzongu to Lingza / Sakyong, ~80 km of trail.

Distances between stages are approximate

Arrival at Lum, a serene and off-beat Lepcha tribal gateway located in Lower Dzongu, North Sikkim. Gentle short ascent from Lum to Lingtyang village on the hilltop. Witness traditional Lepcha culture and organic farming of cardamoms, millets, honey, and oranges.

Lower Dzongu regionLepcha tribal communityOrganic cardamom & millet farmsHoney & orange orchards

Why trek this route

Pristine Wilderness

Unexplored Sacred Circuit

Away from commercial tourist routes, traversing sacred Lepcha landscapes, untouched streams, and ancient forests.

Cultural Depth

Authentic Lepcha Immersion

Walk ancestral shepherd trails, stay in local community homestays in Dzongu, and learn centuries-old ecological lore.

Biodiversity

Endemic Sanctuary

Home to the endemic Blue Duke Butterfly, rare orchids, Deuningalo bamboo, and Khangchendzonga National Park buffer.

360° Himalayan Vista

Kurmit Khursong & Poke La

Unprecedented 360° panoramic view of 90% of Sikkim, Mt. Khangchendzonga, and Mt. Siniolchu reflected in 7 alpine lakes.

Both routes, side by side

Route 2 · Lower DzonguOpen

The Heart of Sikkim Trek

Kurmit Khursong Trail

An 11-day trail across Lower Dzongu and Lepcha villages, past Black Rock Cave, to the 4,500 m Poke La Pass and seven alpine lakes.

Duration11 days

Altitude4,500 m

Trail~80 km

Package fee, per person₹14,999

Book this route

Route 3 · West SikkimOpen

Dzongri – Singalila Round Trek

Yuksom to Uttarey circuit

An 11-day trans-western route linking Yuksom with Dzongri Top, the remote Singalila ridge, sacred Lam Pokhri lake, and Uttarey — roughly 120 km.

Duration11 days

Altitude~4,300 m

Trail~120+ km

Package fee, per person₹23,923

Book this route

Responsible high-altitude trekking

– Leave no trace: carry back all plastic and waste.
– Respect indigenous heritage, sacred lakes, and chortens.
– Skip single-use bottles; refill from boiled spring water.
– Stay on marked trails to protect fragile alpine flora.