Hi,
I'm looking at alternatives to the Singalila Trek. I don't really want to hire a guide since I am alone, and don't really want to pay the fee and go without a guide. (Or is that "optional" :P ?) Unless maybe there are other people on here interested in joining up for a trek there mid-February ? I'm a pretty strong trekker, so would want people who are happy walking most of the day :)
Alternatives: How are the areas around Darjeeling/Kalimpong/Rangpo that are not in a park ? Or maybe Neora Valley NP ? Can you generally just wander into a village and find a place to sleep for the night ? And food ?
Feel free to get in touch, I'm looking forward to getting some mountain time ! And I am quite comfortable wandering around and route-finding myself, you'll just have to be fit enough to keep up :)
PS: what is a good source for maps of the area ?
