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5-Day West Sikkim Adventure Itinerary - August 2023

  1. Day 1: Yuksom
    2 hours 30 minutes (44.8 km) from Bagdogra Airport

    Start your adventure in Yuksom, the ancient capital of Sikkim. In the morning, visit the Coronation Throne, Norbugang Chorten, and Dubdi Monastery. In the afternoon, hike to Khecheopalri Lake and explore the surrounding forests. In the evening, enjoy a traditional Sikkimese dinner.

  2. Day 2: Pelling
    1 hour 40 minutes (37.9 km) from Yuksom

    Begin your day by witnessing the sunrise over the Kanchenjunga peak from the Pelling viewpoint. After breakfast, take a short hike to Kanchenjunga Waterfalls and Rabdentse Ruins. In the evening, relax and rejuvenate in the Rimbi Hot Springs.

  3. Day 3: Barsey Rhododendron Sanctuary
    1 hour 30 minutes (30.3 km) from Pelling

    Head to the Barsey Rhododendron Sanctuary for a day of trekking and birdwatching. Enjoy packed lunch amidst the serene surroundings and continue trekking through the blooming rhododendron forests. In the evening, relax by a bonfire and stargaze.

  4. Day 4: Rinchenpong
    2 hours (31.2 km) from Barsey Rhododendron Sanctuary

    Begin your day by visiting the Rinchenpong Monastery. Then hike to the Rishab and Kaleshwar Mahadev Temples. In the evening, enjoy a cultural program and traditional dinner with the locals.

  5. Day 5: Singalila National Park
    2 hours 30 minutes (55.9 km) from Rinchenpong

    Explore the Singalila National Park today. Start with a trek to the Sandakphu peak, which offers a panoramic view of the Himalayas. Enjoy lunch amidst the serene surroundings and continue your trek to Phalut. In the evening, relax and stargaze.

Recommendations

Don't miss out on the Temi Tea Garden, Kirateshwar Mahadev Temple, and Singshore Bridge. If you have time, consider taking a day trip to the Nathula Pass or the Tsomgo Lake. To maximize your fun, try paragliding in Sikkim or take a Yak ride. Make sure to pack warm clothes and comfortable shoes for the trek.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Coronation Throne, Norbugang Chorten, Dubdi Monastery (2 hours, free)
  • Khecheopalri Lake, forests (4 hours, free)
  • Pelling viewpoint (1 hour, free)
  • Kanchenjunga Waterfalls, Rabdentse Ruins (3 hours, free)
  • Rimbi Hot Springs (2 hours, INR 100)
  • Barsey Rhododendron Sanctuary trekking and birdwatching (6 hours, INR 100)
  • Rinchenpong Monastery (1 hour, free)
  • Rishab and Kaleshwar Mahadev Temples trekking (4 hours, free)
  • Singalila National Park trekking (8 hours, INR 200)
  • Cultural program and traditional dinner (2 hours, INR 500)
  • Paragliding in Sikkim (1 hour, INR 5000)
  • Yak ride (1 hour, INR 300)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 6200
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