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What to buy for Sandakphu

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Pre-trip from Dehradun

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Bagdogra flight booked 3-4 weeks aheadEssential
Darjeeling accommodation bookedEssential
WBTDC Trekkers Hut booking (Sandakphu)Essential
ID proof (Aadhaar / voter ID)Essential

Trek essentials

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Waterproof trekking shoesEssential
Windproof insulated jacketEssential
Thermal base layerEssential
40-50L backpackEssential
Headlamp + spare batteries (4:45 AM summit)Essential
Power bank (shared tea house charging)Essential
Rain ponchoEssential
Cash Rs 5,000-6,000 from DarjeelingEssential

Cold-weather (Dec-Jan visit)

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Sleeping bag (winter rated, even in tea houses)Essential
Warm gloves and balaclavaEssential
Snow gaiters
Thermal trousersEssential
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