MANEBHANJAN WITH SANDAKPHU
“Land of Red Pandas, vintage 1950s Land Rovers & the Sleeping Buddha.”
“Going solo? Don't worry. Most people join us without knowing everyone.”
THIS ISN'T JUST A TRIP.
“You're not signing up for a bus ride and an itinerary. You're signing up for a weekend filled with new people, unexpected plans, ridiculous conversations, tired legs, inside jokes and stories you'll still be talking about months later.”
STAY FOR THE PEOPLE.
WHAT YOU'RE GETTING
PATNA → PATNA TRANSPORT
Round-trip transportation from Patna to Patna. No complicated transport planning. We handle the journey.
TRIPLE-SHARING STAY
Comfortable accommodation on a triple-sharing basis in verified mountain lodges or wilderness campsites.
BREAKFAST
Fresh, hot breakfast included during the trip as mentioned in the planned itinerary.
DINNER
Hearty trail dinners and campfire meals included as mentioned in the itinerary.
EXPERIENCED TRIP CAPTAIN
An experienced Drifter Trip Captain will be with the group throughout the journey to keep the vibe high and handle logisitics.
MEMORIES
The trip isn't complete when you return home. Expect photos, unscripted moments, inside jokes and stories you'll keep.
🎁 A LITTLE SOMETHING FROM US
“It's small. It's useful. And it's our way of saying welcome to the tribe.”
WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED
“Anything not specifically mentioned in the inclusions above is not included in the trip price.”
- ✕Personal expenses & lunches
- ✕Anything not mentioned in inclusions
YOU'RE NOT JOINING A TOUR.
“You're joining a group of people who probably didn't know each other a week ago.”
“Some people come for the trek. Some come for the party. Some come because they were tired of doing weekends alone. Most leave with new people in their lives.”
THE 3 DAYS VIBE FLOW
We don't do rigid itineraries. Here is what your 3 Days / 2 Nights journey actually feels like.
Patna to Siliguri Night Journey
Overnight Bus from Patna Basecamp to Siliguri Hub
Meet the crew at Patna Basecamp in the evening and board an overnight comfortable bus to Siliguri, leaving the plains behind and heading towards the eastern Himalayas.
Siliguri to Manebhanjan Cab, Homestay & Indo-Nepal Border Explore
Scenic Offbeat Drive, Cozy Homestay & Dual-Country Border Vibes
Hop into private cabs from Siliguri and take the road less taken winding through lush tea gardens and pine forests to Manebhanjan. Check into a cozy mountain homestay and explore India and Nepal at the exact same place—cross-border culture, hot momos, and unique mountain life.
100-Year-Old Vintage Land Rover to Sandakphu Summit
Iconic 4x4 Trail Ride, Everest & Sleeping Buddha Peak Views
Grab a legendary 100-year-old vintage Land Rover cab to navigate the rugged steep trail up to Sandakphu (11,930 ft). If weather is kind, witness top Himalayan peaks at the exact same spot—Mount Everest, Kanchenjunga (The Sleeping Buddha), Lhotse, and Makalu! Soak in the panoramic views before returning back down to Manebhanjan for the night.
Manebhanjan to Siliguri & Return Back to Patna
Morning Tea, Scenic Descent & Overnight Return to Patna
Enjoy morning homestay breakfast in Manebhanjan before heading down to Siliguri in private cabs, followed by the return bus back to Patna Basecamp with epic mountain memories.
TRIP DETAILS
YOU'LL PROBABLY LOVE THIS IF...
- ✓ You love trekking.
- ✓ You'd rather explore than sit at home.
- ✓ You enjoy meeting new people.
- ✓ You're into backpacking.
- ✓ You want more active weekends.
- ✓ You don't need your entire friend group to join before you go.
- ✓ You're okay with a little chaos.
YOU MIGHT NOT LOVE THIS IF...
- ✕ You expect a luxury resort vacation.
- ✕ You hate walking.
- ✕ You want every minute planned perfectly.
- ✕ You don't like meeting new people.
YOU'LL FORGET THE ITINERARY.
YOU WON'T FORGET THE PEOPLE.
“The bus ride. The random 2 AM conversation. The person you met on Day 1. The joke nobody else understands. The photo you didn't know was being taken. That's the stuff we actually care about.”
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Manebhanjan is home to a fleet of historic 100-year-old vintage British Land Rovers—one of the few places on Earth where these legendary 4x4 machines still conquer steep Himalayan terrain!
READY TO DRIFT?
“Your next story is probably one decision away.”
“Batches Open for Nov & Dec”