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National Park Permit

Singalila Ridge Trek Permit — Complete Permit Guide for the Sandakphu–Phalut Trek

The Singalila Ridge offers the world's most accessible Himalayan panorama — 4 of the world's 5 highest peaks visible from one ridge. Here's every permit you need to trek it.

Indian & ForeignNepal Border RouteWest Bengal + SikkimLicensed Guide Required

Permits Required for Singalila Ridge

The Singalila Ridge trek passes through both West Bengal (Singalila National Park) and Sikkim. The permit requirements differ by section:

  • Singalila National Park entry fee — paid at the Forest Office in Mane Bhanjyang (West Bengal start)
  • Sikkim ILP — required if the route enters Sikkim territory (Uttarey section)
  • SAARC / Nepal border proximity permit — for the ridge walking along the Nepal border
  • Licensed guide — mandatory for the entire trek

Who Needs the Permit?

Indian Nationals

National Park fee at Mane Bhanjyang + Sikkim ILP if crossing into Sikkim. Through registered operator.

Foreign Nationals

National Park fee + Sikkim RAP (if entering Sikkim). Must have a licensed guide and be in groups of 2+.

Permit Costs

PermitIndianForeign
Singalila National Park fee~₹100/day~₹400/day
Sikkim ILP (if applicable)~₹100~₹2,000 RAP
Guide (mandatory)₹700–1,200/day

Trek Highlights

1
Sandakphu (11,929 ft) — Highest point in West Bengal

Views of Kangchenjunga, Everest, Lhotse and Makalu — 4 of the world's 5 highest peaks — from one spot.

2
Phalut (11,811 ft)

The ridge's end point with the closest view of Kangchenjunga's south face. Descent to Gorkhey or Rimbik.

3
Uttarey (Sikkim entry)

If doing the full loop, Uttarey takes you into Sikkim — the ILP section. Most operators arrange this in the package.

Frequently Asked Questions

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