The trek route to Mulkharka Lake is one of the most exciting and untouched trails of the Himalayan foothills. The most fascinating feature of this lake is the reflection of Mt. Kanchenjunga on its tranquil waters. The Mulkharka Lake is considered sacred by the locals as Manokamana (Wishing) Lake.
Easy
7,300 feet
5 days
NJP / Bagdogra / Siliguri
Day 1: NJP / Bagdogra / Siliguri to Lingsey (4800 ft.) Distance: 104 kms from Siliguri
It takes 4-5 hours by car to reach Lingsey. On the you will visit Hareshwar Shivalaya Mandir & Sanskrit Vidyalaya, Lepcha Monastery, Traditional Lepcha House, Devi’s Than, Sankhey Dhunga, Dawaipani (Hot water sulphur-rich spring), Rang-Bang River Side Picnic Spot, Sericulture. Stay in Lingsey Homestay.
Day 2: Trek from Lingsey to Jhusing (5400 ft.) Distance: 5 kms uphill Time - 3 hours
Introduction with porters and Guide in the morning. Have breakfast and a Brief of the trek from the guide and start for the trek from 8:00 am. On the way you will visit Jhusing Viewpoint, Servang Waterfalls, Mini Micro Hydro Project River Recreation. Reach Jhusing at 1:00 pm. Stay in our Jhusing Homestay facilities and have lunch. Take rest and get a brief of next day’s trek.
Day 3: Trek from Jhusing to Tagathang (5900 ft.) Distance: 3 kms uphill Time - 3 hours
Early morning visit to Jhusing View Point for a mesmerizing sunrise over Himalayan Ranges (including Mt. Kanchendzonga)). Have breakfast at Jhusing and leave for Tagathang (3 kms) at 9:00 am. On the way you will come across Tagathang Falls, Dhoksingh Falls and get fantastic view of Neora valley National Park. Reach Tagathang at 1:00 pm. Have lunch and stay overnight at Tagathang Homestay.
Day 4: Trek from Tagathang to Mulkharka (7300 ft.) Distance: 3 kms uphill Time - 4 hours
Early morning visit to nearby Tagathang Falls. Return to Tagathan Homestay, have breakfast, and then start trek at 8:00 am. Today, you will enjoy the lake and forest trails during your trek. Reach Mulkharka by 12:00 noon. Have lunch and stay overnight at Mulkharka Homestay.
Day 5: Mulkharka to NJP / Siliguri / Bagdogra by car: 112 kms Time – 5-6 hours
Early morning visit to Mulkharka Lake to see the reflection of Mt. Kanchenjunga on the lake. Have breakfast and then transfer to NJP / Siliguri / Bagdogra by car.
Group Size | Cost | |
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1 person | ₹ 15,500 | |
2 persons | ₹ 9,750 per person | |
3 persons | ₹ 7,850 per person | |
4 persons | ₹ 6,875 per person | |
5 persons | ₹ 6,700 per person | |
6 persons | ₹ 6,250 per person | |
7 persons | ₹ 5,960 per person | |
8 persons | ₹ 5,700 per person |