What is the best time to visit North Sikkim?
The best time to visit North Sikkim are the months of April, May & June & October to December. The temperature is cool throughout the year with a maximum of 20 degree Celsius. The weather in North Sikkim is very cold in winters and you see heavy snowfall during the months of December to April. It experiences mild to heavy rainfall during the months of July and September and strictly avoidable.
How long does it take to visit North Sikkim?
Mostly tourist go for a 2 Nights 3 Days tour packages from Gangtok with 1 Night stay at Lachung and 1 Night stay at Lachen. You can extend your stay by 1 more days stay with 1 Night at Dzongu.
How much will it cost for a trip to North Sikkim?
North Sikkim Tour Packages for 2 Night 3 Days ex Gangtok are available starting from Rs 3500/- onwards to 4500/- for shared packages depending upon the season of travel. For reserved tour it will cost you anything between 35000/- to 50000/- depending upon your choice of hotel for a group of 8 person.
Which are the best places to visit in North Sikkim?
Gurudongmar Lake: A sacred lake for Buddhists and Hindus alike, this lake is one of the most famous places to visit in North Sikkim. The lake lies at an elevation of 17,800 feet. Yumthang Valley: Covered with the sheets of snow, the Yumthang Valley is a go to spot for trekkers and adventure enthusiasts. Lachung: Offering uninterrupted sceneries of the Himalayas, the quaint valley of Lachung is a very famous picnic and camping spot. People usually come here to camp along the stream of the river. Seven Sisters Waterfall: As the name suggests, this waterfall is a combination of seven different streams of water which further make a giant pool on the rocks. Lachung Monastery: One of the most beautiful places to visit in North Sikkim, this monastery boasts of having a pure aura and very peaceful atmosphere. Bhim Nala Falls: This gushing waterfall is known for its humongous height and the fast stream of water which creates a milky formation below it.
Why it is called Zero Point in Sikkim?
Zero Point Sikkim (Yumesamdong) is situated at an elevation of 15,300 ft. in the North District of Sikkim, India. This place is called Zero Point because there is no motorable road after this place and the visitors are not permitted to go beyond this point due to its proximity to the Chinese border.
Can one directly go to Lachung & Lachen from Siliguri/NJP?
Yes one can directly go but it takes 9 to 10 hours journey and you get to Mangan Police Station before 2 pm to get your permits.