The 5 Best Darjeeling Trekking Tours

1.Singalila Trek from Darjeeling

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 79 reviews · from $476Our pick

Hike for about six days along the Singalila Ridge from Darjeeling, crossing between India and Nepal without a visa, with views of four of the world’s highest peaks. Adventures Unlimited provides transport, meals, tea, a sleeping bag, private homestays, and local guides such as Tenzi, Jigme, and Nikhil.

“A real trip highlight, the Singalila Trek from Darjeeling was exceptional, made even better by Adventures Unlimited’s careful organisation, brilliant guide (Tenzi), and thoughtful consideration. We were lucky with clear skies, and saw some oRead more”

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2.Darjeeling Tonglu Day Trek

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 62 reviews · from $120

Start at 6 a.m. from Darjeeling and travel by private vehicle to the trek area. An English-speaking mountain guide leads your private group toward Tonglu, with views toward Kanchenjunga and Everest on clear days. Breakfast, lunch, tea, coffee, permits, and return transport are included. Guides may include Sangay, Dawa Lama, Tamang, or Pemba Sherpa.

“The trek was very good. The lodge was comfortable. Rupesh, our asigned guide was excelente. Thanks for the Time shared.”

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3.Singalila Ridge Trek from Darjeeling – 6 Days

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 56 reviews · from $460

Walk from Rimbeek through Gurdum, Sandakphu, Phalut, Gorkhey, and Timburey on a six-day private trek from Darjeeling. Local guides such as Pemba, Subhas, Rupesh, and Tenzi have led this route. Expect vegetarian meals, tea-house stays, shared jeeps, steep climbs, and views of Everest and Kanchenjunga.

“It was very well organized and our experience was fantastic . The homestays selected were very good and we had a chance to experience the local flavor . Subhas took good personal care of us and we would highly recommend Asmita for anybody going for this trek”

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4.Mystic Darjeeling to Tonglu Day Trek

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · from $118Best value

Set out early from Darjeeling with a private guide such as Abhishek, drive to Dhorey, then hike about 9 km uphill to Tonglu for Himalayan views, including a chance to see Everest. After a local lunch, descend 10 km through forests and Sherpa villages to Chitrey, with a small Buddhist monastery visit before returning.

“My husband and I did a one day trek to Tonglu with Adventures Unlimited and we couldn’t be happier! The entire team was super friendly and helpful from start to finish. The trek itself was also incredible with amazing views. Abishek, our guiRead more”

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5.Sandakphu Singalila Ridge Trek – 6 Days

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · 6 days · from $346

Walk from Darjeeling through Singalila National Park to Sandakphu at 3,636 meters, then continue to Phalut and Gorkhey. You get an English-speaking guide, vegetarian meals, tea-house stays, park permits, and shared jeep transport. The route is private, but the jeep transfer is shared.

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