sikkim government tourism office in kolkata

Sikkim Tourism Development Corp

Sikkim Tourism Development Corp is a tourist information center located in Kolkata, West Bengal. The average rating of this place is 4.20 out of 5 stars based on 98 reviews. The street address of this place is 4/1, Sikkim House Middleton Street, West Bengal 700071, India. It is about 0.55 kilometers away from the Sanwara Halt railway station.

Madhumita Paul 33 months ago Never book sikkim packages from here. we were cheated by them especially who booked our package: Biden Rai. Once you pay the whole amout, the quality of stay is worst. What they say and thier action is not same. we are the one who will pay and we are the one who has to adjust everywhere, not them. Never ever book from them.

Roshan Chettri 57 months ago It's best with the spacious rooms Available in both categories AC & Fan.. It's better than that of Sikkim house sector III. Everything is in walking distance . From here you can catch an subway , you can visit new market, and all those places in walking distance.. Staffs with good behavior and all .. Proud to be SikkimesE

PROSENJIT TUNG 57 months ago There are good informations about North east India tourism and also about Bhutan. They have done great job to help some one who don't know about Sikkim and also North East.

N.B. The timetable is based on our last updated data on January 26, 2024 .

The Blue Poppy Thakali

The Gangtok Kitchen - TGK

The Bengal Local

Cox & Kings Ltd.

Hugo & Finn

Bath Creations

Sikkim House

Rekha Friendship Club

Bhatter Chandiwala

Live Kitchen

Travel Permits for Sikkim 2023

traveller Divya

Permits for Sikkim are a prerequisite if you wish to visit this beautiful North-Eastern state of India. Certain regions of the state have been marked as protected, and all visitors are required to obtain permits to enter these areas.

Sikkim is bordered by three countries namely Bhutan, Tibet and Nepal which makes its location strategically very important. Therefore, a traveller needs special permission to visit the state and the protected parts of it.

All visitors (including Indian citizens) need Protected Area Permit (PAP) to visit certain protected areas. In addition to these, foreign nationals need an Inner Line Permit (ILP) or Restricted Area Permit (RAP) to enter the state.

In the current map, I have shown the locations in Sikkim that need visitors to obtain permits. While certain places like the Yumthag Valley are open to both Indian Nationals and foreigners, others such as the Nathu La pass do not allow foreign nationals to visit. 

Travel Permits for Sikkim

Nestled in the eastern Himalayas, Sikkim is blessed with rich biodiversity, wonderful landscapes and equally amazing people. If you have never been here, I would suggest that you spend at least 8-10 days in Sikkim . 

As a traveller, you must be aware of the mandatory travel permits for Sikkim. Having prior knowledge will help you understand things better. In this blog, I will share with you the important aspects of obtaining travel permits for Sikkim, that you must know before visiting the state.

Given below is a brief overview of the permits that a traveller needs to visit and explore Sikkim.

Why does Sikkim Expect Travelers to have Permits?

Sikkim is bounded by international borders. Sharing its borders with Tibet, Nepal and Bhutan, Sikkim’s location is important both sensitive and strategic. Therefore, security concerns in the region are high. Hence, it becomes important for travellers to obtain a permit.

This permit regime is somewhat similar to that in Ladakh, where Indian citizens need an Inner Line Permit and foreigners need  Protected Area Permit to visit the restricted areas.

Certain Places in North Sikkim and East Sikkim lie extremely close to the international borders. Only Indian citizens can obtain a Protected Area Permit for such locations. Zuluk in East Sikkim is one such destination, where only Indian visitors are permitted.  

Sikkim Permits for Indian Citizens

Unlike Arunachal Pradesh, where even Indian citizens are required to procure an Inner Line permit , Indians don’t need a permit to enter the state of Sikkim. You can visit several places including the capital Gangtok, Namchi, Jorethang etc., without a permit. However, certain areas of the state are marked as protected and for visiting these areas a visitor needs to obtain a Protected Area Permit or PAP.

Which Places in Sikkim need a Protected Areas Permit (PAP)?

The protected areas of Sikkim are generally areas that lie on the international border. Some of the important travel destinations that need a permit have been marked on the map above.

Documents needed for PAP for Sikkim

Separate PAPs are needed for each destination, so keep multiple copies of the documents.  In order to obtain these permits for Sikkim, you need the following documents:

• Passport size pictures of the visitor
• Photo ID proof which has an address. (PAN Card is not valid)
• School ID or Birth certificate for children below 5 years
• Aadhar Card for kids over 5 years of age

How to get Protected Area Permits for Sikkim?

The protected area permits for Sikkim can only be obtained in person. There are two ways you can travel within Sikkim. One is that you use public transport or rental cabs. The other way is that you ride a bike. The procedure for obtaining the PAP for both of these is different.

Although I used the former means, a friend rode his bike across Sikkim and I will also elaborate on his experience here.

Protected Area Permits for Sikkim when Travelling via public transport or cabs/taxis

If like me you are not travelling in your own vehicle, you need to obtain protected area permits for Sikkim through travel agents. These permits are issued by the police department. Although I got my permits from Gangtok, you can also obtain these from other police check-posts.

In my case, I went to a checkpoint in Gangtok and they directed me to a nearby travel agent. I filled up a form with my details and attached copies of the documents. Later I submitted it to the check post. The cost of the form is around 200 INR. The submission fee is around 20 INR per destination.

You need to submit the form in the morning so that you may receive it later in the evening or early the next morning.

If you want to save time, you may forward all the documents to a travel agent/ tour operator beforehand. They will get the work done before you reach Sikkim.

The trekking permits in West Sikkim are issued by Tourism Department after obtaining a valid permit from the Ministry of Home Department, New Delhi. I would suggest you get it through a recognized trekking or travel agency.

Bikers can self drive to the protected areas of Sikkim after obtaining a valid permit from Gangtok. These destinations include places such as the Nathu La Pass. The procedure for these permits is different than that for other visitors using taxis or public transport. 

Motorcycle Permits for Sikkim for visiting the Protected Areas

A lot of travellers wish to explore Sikkim on a bike. If you are one of those, the procedure of getting the permit is different from the earlier one. The main permit is issued by the Tourism Permit Office  located near MG Marg at the Sikkim Public Service Commission building in Gangtok.   The motorcycle permit Sikkim can only be obtained from this office.

Motorcyclists need the following documents for obtaining protected area permits for Sikkim:

• Passport Size Photographs of the rider and the co-rider (Keep at least 4 copies)
• ID proof of the rider and co-rider (if any)- You need nationality proof such as Aadhar Card, Voter ID or Passport.
• Driving Licence
• Registration of the bike
• Valid Pollution Control Papers or PUC
• Valid Insurance Papers of the Bike
• If you have hired a bike, you need an authorisation letter of the owner or the authorisation certified by the RTO of the concerned state- the office will tell you where to get the format. This authorization has to be done in a prescribed format and needs to be notarized.

Although it is not required, most motorcyclists get their permits through travel agents. This way is much more convenient and you can avoid spending an extra day in Gangtok.

The travel agents charge somewhere around 200 -300 INR per person for getting you the permit. In this case, you need to send your relevant documents to them beforehand and once they have the permit, they will hand it over to you at Mangan north Sikkim.

However, if you are keen on obtaining the permit yourself, you need to follow the procedure below:

The whole process of obtaining the permit for bikes will take up to one and a half-day and a lot of hassle and running around. Most riders, therefore, choose to get it done by a tour operator or travel agent.

Sikkim Permits for Foreign Nationals

Since Sikkim’s location is sensitive and strategic, foreign nationals need a permit to visit the state. There are two sets of permits that they need.

Foreign Nationals can visit the unprotected parts of Sikkim with an Inner Line Permit/ Restricted Area Permit. These unprotected areas of Sikkim include most places in South Sikkim and a few others in West Sikkim including visiting the capital city Gangtok .

Inner Line Permit or Restricted Area Permit for Foreigners visiting Sikkim 

In order to enter Sikkim, a foreign national needs to obtain an ILP or RAP. You do not need a travel agent to get this permit.  With an ILP a Foreign national will be able to cover the places in South Sikkim and certain other unprotected places in the West Sikkim. This includes visiting places such as Gangtok, Namchi, Ravangla, etc.

How to get an ILP/RAP for Sikkim?

The permit can be obtained online as well as offline. To get the form online visit this website. Fill up all the details, complete the verification process and print the ILP. When you enter Gangtok, present this at the checkpoints.

Offline the permit is issued by the following offices:

Note: The citizens of Pakistan, Bangladesh, China, Myanmar and Nigeria need to get prior approval of the Ministry of Home Affairs, in New Delhi before getting the permit.

How to get an Extension for ILP/RAP Sikkim?

The ILP/RAP can be extended for a period of 30 days at a time. However, this should not exceed a total stay of 60 days in Sikkim. The extensions can be done at the Foreigners’ Registration Office (FRO) at Tadong.

Sikkim is undeniably one of the most serene travel destinations in India. However, there are some protected regions that are not accessible without a permit. Zero Point or Yume Samdong is one such destination. It lies in the Yumthang Valley in North Sikkim.

Protected  Area Permit for Foreigners visiting the Protected Areas of  Sikkim 

Certain areas in Sikkim are designated as protected areas. If you as a foreign national wish to visit these areas you need a Protected area permit.

While the protected area permits for Sikkim for foreigners are issued by the Tourism Department and Police Check Post, the trekking permits for Sikkim are issued by the Adventure Cell of Tourism & Civil Aviation Department of the government of Sikkim.

Which places in Sikkim need a Protected Areas Permit (PAP) for Foreigners?

The protected areas of Sikkim are generally areas that lie on the international border.

How Foreigners can obtain Protected Areas Permits for Sikkim?

It is mandatory for foreign nationals to get a PAP through a  government r egistered travel agent. You can find a list of these agents here .

The agents will take care of the permits for you. If you want the permits ready by the time you arrive, just forward your documents to them beforehand. These include a valid Visa and Passport and your Passport size pictures.

Permits for Sikkim: Frequently Asked Questions

Here are a few frequently asked questions about permits for Sikkim:

Sikkim is a beautiful travel destination that has a lot to offer to travellers. Don’t let the requirement of a permit sway you from planning a visit to the region.

Although I have tried to explain all there is to know about the permits in Sikkim to the best of my knowledge. Did I leave anything unanswered or do you have something to add? I would be happy to hear. Please go ahead and tell me in the comment section below.

Happy Wayfaring 🙂

THIS POST IS AN EXCLUSIVE PROPERTY OF BUDGET WAYFARERS. ANY INDIVIDUAL OR ASSOCIATION INDULGING IN PLAGIARISM WILL BE DEALT WITH STRICTLY . IF YOU WANT TO USE INFORMATION FROM THE ARTICLE ABOVE, KINDLY QUOTE THE SOURCE.

• 3 Other destinations
• 4.1 History
• 6.1 Entry permits to Sikkim
• 6.2 By plane
• 6.3 By train
• 7 Get around
• 8.1 Monasteries
• 8.2 Scenery
• 9.1 Trekking
• 9.2 White water rafting
• 9.3 Mountain biking

Sikkim (Nepali: सिक्किम ; Sikkimese: སུ་ཁྱིམ་ ) in East India , is a mountainous border state in the Himalayan foothills. It is bounded by China ( Tibet ), Nepal and Bhutan to its north, west and east respectively, with West Bengal forming its southern border. It is a place of great natural beauty. The steep, snow-capped mountains will take your breath away, not just figuratively because of the view, but also literally due to their altitude. Through its deep valleys flow two important rivers, rapidly in the north, getting somewhat sluggish in the south. Streams and waterfalls that will have you reaching out to your camera can be found at every turn of the winding ghat roads.

Apart from its natural beauty, Sikkim has much to offer. Monasteries offer you a glimpse of Tibetan Buddhist culture. The food, reflecting Tibetan and Nepali cultures, is great.

The name Sikkim is said to have been derived from su him, meaning "beautiful home", which makes sense as it is beautiful and the people will make you feel at home. Getting to this place is a bit of a challenge though, due to poor connectivity and because it borders China. Non-Indians get a free permit on arrival in Sikkim, while Indians don't need this. However, both Indians and foreigners must obtain an additional permit for visiting the north and trekking. Sikkim is home to the only open border crossing between India and China, though this crossing is only open to traders and not to tourists.

Regions [ edit ]

Till December 2021, Sikkim was divided into 4 administrative districts, rather imaginatively called North, South, East and West.

The last two have been sub-divided since, forming two new districts. The official names of the original ones have been changed; now they are called by the names of the town where the district headquarters are. This guide continues to use the previous sub-division, as it is more relevant for the traveler.

Towns [ edit ]

• 27.33 88.62 1 Gangtok — Capital of Sikkim. Located in the East Sikkim district
• 27.52953 88.25 2 Geyzing — District head-quarters of West Sikkim district
• 27.49788 88.53478 3 Mangan — District head-quarters of North Sikkim district
• 27.1667 88.3667 4 Namchi — District head-quarters of South Sikkim district
• 27.3 88.23333 5 Pelling — Located in West Sikkim district offers great views of snow covered Kanchenjunga
• 27.2925 88.35944 6 NOT EXISTING LISTING IMAGE Ravangla — Located in South Sikkim district
• 27.37333 88.22083 7 Yuksom — Located in West Sikkim district, first capital of Sikkim

Other destinations [ edit ]

• 27.60662 88.18615 1 Khangchendzonga National Park — there are many glaciers located in the park. Animals such as musk deer and snow leopard make there homes here
• 27.52953 88.51283 2 Dzongu — In North Sikkim, region reserved for the Lepcha People.
• 27.311734 88.82413 3 Silk Route — A high altitude road trip in East Sikkim district. The road meanders past high altitudes lakes and passes offering great views of snow covered Kanchenjunga

Understand [ edit ]

Sikkim covers an area of about 7,300 square kilometres, nearly 40% of which is forested. Kanchenjunga (8,586 m) is the third-highest mountain on earth. The mountain is venerated as seat of the Gods. Sikkim is renowned for wide rhododendron woods with 450 different kinds of orchids. The orchids blossom from March to May.

History [ edit ]

For a long time, Sikkim was a Buddhist kingdom, isolated in the Himalayas, populated by Lepchas and Bhotia , two tribes of Tibetan origin, and governed by the Namgyal Dynasty from Tibet. Sikkim was declared a British protectorate in 1861. The British government encouraged the immigration of Nepalese workers, and today about 75% of the population is Nepalese. Sikkim was an Indian protectorate from 1947 until 1975, when after a couple of years of unrest, a referendum criticized by some resulted in overwhelming approval of a proposal to abolish the monarchy (which had continued to rule during Sikkim's years as a protectorate), and Sikkim later that year became the 22nd federal state of India.

Though it had long been the subject of a territorial dispute between China and India, in 2003, China agreed to recognise Indian sovereignty over Sikkim in return for Indian recognition of Chinese sovereignty over Tibet .

Talk [ edit ]

The official language and lingua franca of Sikkim is Nepali , though Sikkimese is the most common native language of locals. Many other languages such as Dzongkha and Tibetan are also spoken by smaller numbers. However, Hindi is also widely spoken as a second language, and all educated people are able to speak English.

Get in [ edit ]

Entry permits to Sikkim [ edit ]

An Inner Line Permit (ILP) is required and provided upon arrival for foreigners. Upon arrival, have your passport, a photocopy of it, of your visa to India and passport photos ready at the check post. When entering and exiting Sikkim, your passport will be stamped much in the same manner as when crossing national borders. Obtaining a permit is a pure bureaucratic formality and usually takes a few minutes. You will need to fill in an application form and provide a few passport photos (3 to visit tsomgo Lake in East and 3 to visit North Sikkim). If only visiting West Sikkim, 2 passport photos are required.

The permit can be obtained when crossing the Sikkim state border by road in Rangpo or Meili and from the Sikkim Tourism Centre in Siliguri located at the S.N.T. bus stand (the place from which government buses depart for Sikkim: S.N.T. means "Sikkim Nationalized Transport") in the vicinity of Siliguri Junction railway station (different from New Jalpaiguri station, and reachable from there by taxi/public shared taxi). The website of Ministry of Home Affairs states that permits can also be obtained at large international airports (Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata), but locating the relevant facilities has proven difficult for some travellers, due to incompetence of personnel. Permits can also be applied for at the time of Indian visa application, or at 14 Panchsheel Marg, New Delhi 110021 (011 26115346) and 4/1 Middleton Street, Kolkata 700071 (033 22817905). Within India Inner Line Permits may be issued by:

• Sikkim House, 12-14 Panchsheet Marg, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi (Tel.011-2611 5346),
• Sikkim Tourist Centre, SNTC Bus Stand, Hill Cart Road, Silguri (Tel.0354-251 2646),
• Sikkim Tourist Information Centre, Sikkim House, 4/1 Middleton St., Kolkata (Tel. 033-2281 7905)
• Foreign Regional Registration Office in Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Darjeeling.

The permit is valid for 2 weeks from the border entry to Sikkim. It can by extended for 2 additional weeks at the Foreigners' Registration Office , Kazi Road, Gangtok (Tel. 03592-223041) or from the police station at Mangan , Gyalshing or Namchi The Inner Line Permit allows travels in Southern Sikkim and great parts of Eastern and Western Sikkim with the exception of treks in high mountain areas.

For the border regions, e.g. Tsomgo Lake in East Sikkim, most parts of North Sikkim and treks into high mountain regions, including Dzongri and Singalila Ridge a Protected Area Permit (PAP) is required. Foreigners must visit these regions in groups of at least 2 persons accompanied by a representative of an officially acknowledged tour operator. The agency will also apply for the Protected Area Permits.

Certain regions, e.g. Nathu La in East Sikkim or Gurudongmar Lake in North Sikkim, cannot be visited by foreigners.

By plane [ edit ]

Sikkim's first airport at Pakyong ( PYG  IATA ) has been opened, with SpiceJet flying from Kolkata and Delhi to Pakyong airport in East Sikkim and Guwahati In Assam and return flight to Pakyong and then to Kolkata- daily flights. There are plans for international service to Paro via Druk Air.

The nearest airport outside Sikkim is Bagdogra ( IXB  IATA ) in Siliguri in North Bengal, which is 124 km and approximately four hours drive from Gangtok . Air India, SpiceJet and Go Air service Bagdogra linking it with other major airports in India (including Guwahati ). Druk Air flies twice weekly from Bangkok, stopping in Bagdogra before continuing to Paro in Bhutan. Sikkim is linked to Bagdogra airport by a daily helicopter service to Gangtok that operates only once a day and carries four passengers

• Air India offers daily flights from Delhi to Bagdogra, departure 11:15AM from Delhi, arrival 1:30PM at Bagdogra, and flights from Kolkata (CCU) daily except F departure from Kolkata 2:10PM, arrival at Bagdogra at 3:10PM. The return flight from Bagdogra to Delhi leave at 2:05PM and arrives in Delhi at 4:10PM, return flights to Kolkata depart from Bagdogra at 3:40PM and arrive in Kolkata at 4:40PM.
• Druk Air (Royal Bhutan Airlines) has flights from Bangkok (Thailand) and Paro (Bhutan) to Bagdogra. Flights from Bangkok leave on M and Th 8:55AM and arrive at 10:30AM at Bagdogra, flights to Bangkok leave Bagdogra on Sa and Tu at noon and arrive in Bangkok at 4:30PM. Flights from Paro leave on Sa and Tu at 11:30AM and arrive at Bagdogra at 11:30AM, flights to Paro leave Bagdogra on Su and W at 11AM and arrive at Paro at 11:55AM.
• GoAir connects Bagdogra with Delhi and Guwahati on M W F and Su. Flights from Delhi go via Guwahati , they leave Delhi daily at 11AM. Flights from Guwahati leave Guwahati at 1:40PM and arrive at Bagdogra at 2.40 pm. The return flight goes directly to Delhi and departs at Bagdogra at 3:05PM and arrives in Delhi at 5:20PM.
• SpiceJet Airlines has daily flights from Delhi to Bagdogra, Flights leave Delhi at 11:15AM and arrive at Bagdogra at 1:25PM, return flights leave Bagdogra at 10:40AM and arrive in Delhi at 12:50PM.
• IndiGo has daily flights to Kolkata, Delhi, Bengaluru, Mumbai, Hyderabad and Chennai.

By train [ edit ]

Construction of a 50-km rail link from Sevoke , West Bengal to Rangpo , Sikkim started in 2009, but is not expected to be ready until 2019, and it'll take another few years until it reaches another 40 km to Gangtok.

As of January 2021, the nearest railway station is New Jalpaiguri (NJP) in Siliguri , which is a major station with connections to major cities throughout and north and central India. The distance from Delhi to New Jalpaiguri by train is 1,970 km, and 580 km from Kolkata to New Jalpaiguri.

• 12502 Poorvottar Sampark Kranti Express to Guwahati leaves New Delhi Station on W Th and Su at 11:55PM and arrives at New Jalpaiguri 2 days later at 12:05AM.
• 12501 Poorvottar Sampark Kranti Express leaves New Jalpaiguri on Tu W and Sa at 1:30PM and arrives in New Delhi Station next day at 1PM.
• 12424 Dibrugarh Rajdhani Express to Dibrugarh Town leaves New Delhi Station daily at 2PM and arrives at New Jalpaiguri next day at 10.45 am.
• 12423 Dibrugarh Rajdhani Express leaves New Jalpaiguri daily at 1:15PM and arrives at New Delhi Station at 10:10AM next morning.

For details see the train schedule information of Indian Railways

You should be able to get pre-paid, shared taxis to Gangtok outside the railway stations easily.

By bus [ edit ]

The Sikkim government has fixed rate (and fixed schedule) buses plying between Siliguri and Gangtok.

• There is a daily service from Darjeeling to Gantok and vice versa, operated by Sikkim National Transport (SNT). The distance between Darjeeling and Gangtok is about 120 km. Departure from both places at 8:30AM. Travel time 6 hr 30 min.
• Services from Siliguri to Gangtok and v.v. are operated by Sikkim National Transport (SNT) and North Bengal Transport (NBT). Busses leave Siliguri at 6 (NBT), 7, 9AM and 1PM (SNT), and Gangtok at 7 and 8AM (SNT), 12:30PM (NBT), 1PM (SNT). Travel time is 6 hrs.

The SNT bus stand at Gangtok is in Pajor Stadium Road. In many cases it is, however, more convenient to get off at MG Marg. The private bus stand is on National Highway NH-31A, about 2 km south of the city centre.

After 44 years of closure, the Nathu La pass to Tibet , China – a part of the historic Silk Road – opened again in July 2006. At the moment, only local traders are permitted to cross the border here, and it is not open to tourists. Indian citizens require a permit to visit the Indian side of the pass, while foreigners are not permitted to visit.

Get around [ edit ]

Most travel in Sikkim is done by bus or jeep on road. Trekking is also a popular option.

See [ edit ]

Monasteries [ edit ]

• Bermoik Monastery ( above Singtam, South Sikkim ). Built in 1952 for the Nyingma sect of Buddhism.  
• Chawang Ani Monastery ( near Phensang on the Gangtok - Mangan highway ). Built during the reign of Chogyal Thutob Namgyal.  
• Dalling Monastery ( near Kewzing, South Sikkim ). Built in 1840.  
• Dodrul Chorten, Gangtok . Built in 1945-46 with a complete mandala set of Dorji Phurpa (Bajra Kilaya), a set of Ka-gyur holy Books, complete 'zung'(mantras) and many religious objects.  
• Dubdi Monastery . The first monastery established after the consecration ceremony of the first chogyal. It is situated on a hill above Yuksom and can be approached by trekking only, including a steep slope taking about 35 minutes.  
• Enchey Monastery, Gangtok . 200-year-old monastery, famous for the mask dance 'Cham' performed in January.  
• Karma Kagyu Monastery , Phodong ( 32 km from Gangtok on the Gangtok Lachung Highway. ). Built in 1740, the monastery is famous for its old wall murals.  
• Kewzing Monastery ( near Kewzing, South Sikkim ). Built during the reign of Chogyal Thutob Namgyal.  
• Khechepalri Monastery ( above the famous Khechepalri Lake, near Yuksum ).  
• Labrang Monastery ( about 500 meters uphill from Phodang Monastery ). Built at the end of 19th cent, this monastery belongs to the Nyingmapa sect. The ruins of Tumlong , the third capital of Sikkim are nearby.  
• Lachen Monastery ( North Sikkim ). Built in 1806.  
• Lachung Monastery ( North Sikkim ). Built in 1880.  
• Melli Monastery ( near Yuksum ).  
• Namchi Monastery ( Namchi, South Sikkim ). Constructed during the reign of Chogyal Gurmed Namgyal.  
• Pal Zurmang Kagyud Monastery , Lingdum ( on the Rumtek - Ranka - Gangtok road, about 45 min drive from Gangtok ). A fine example of Tibetan monastic architecture.  
• Pemayangtse Monastery ( Perfect Sublime Lotus ) ( 118 km from Gangtok, 2 km from Pelling and 9 km from Gyalshing ). 7AM to 7PM . The monastery was founded by Lhatson Champo , the protector of Sikkim. It is one of the most important monasteries in the country. There are pictures of Guru Rinpoche and Lhatsun Chenpo , thangkas and wall paintings in the big gompa, which is three storeys high,. The wooden sculpture on top represents Sang Phok Patri , Guru Rinpoche's abode in heaven. The abbot of the monastery carved and painted the sculpture himself. It is reported that he was working for 5 years on the representations of demons, animals, Buddhas and boddhisatvas. Every year at New Year (February/March) a great festival (cham) is held at the monastery. In 1980 the monastery founded the Denjong Padma Choeling Academy for orphans and children without means. ₹20 .  
• Phodang Monastery ( 28 km from Gangtok ). Built by the Chogyal Gyurmed Namgyal in the first quarter of 18th cent. It is considered one of the most beautiful monasteries in Sikkim. It has beautiful old mural paintings. Today, about 250 monks live there.  
• Rhenock Monastery ( 63 km from Gangtok ).  
• Rumtek Monastery . – 24 km from Gangtok in East Sikkim – the main seat of the Karma Kagyu (Black hat) school of Tibetan Buddhism in Sikkim. This school was founded in the 12th cent. by Karmapa Duseun Khyenpa in Central Tibet. The 16th Karmapa Rangjung Rigpe Dorje had to leave Tibet in 1959 and was invited to stay at Rumtek. He was granted land by the king of Sikkim and erected a new monastery here. Karmapa Rangjung Rigpe Dorje is considered one of the greatest Tibetan personalities of the 20th cent and had great influence in spreading Tibetan Buddhism in the West. When he died in 1981 he left a rich monastery of international reputation. The new Rumtek monastery consists of the main temple, a golden stuoa, the Karma Shri Naranda Institute, some smaller shrines and a guesthouse. Foreigners have to show their passport and register. The prayer hall is ornamented with wall paintings and thangkas. A smaller room beside the main hall is painted in gold on a black background depicting angry deities. The Karma Shri Naranda Institute was built in 1984 in traditional Tibetan style. It is the most splendid building in the monastery. The ashes of the 16th Karmapa are kept in a guilded chorten, 4 m high, decorated with turquoise and corals. A path with flowers and prayer flags, at a distance of 4 km from the new monastery leads to the old monastery , which was built by the 9th Karmapa Wangchuk Dorje in 1740, but fell into disrepair.  
• Sanga Chelling Monastery ( about 7 km from Pemayangtse, about 45 minutes walk from Pelling ). The name literally means "the island of esoteric teaching." Built in 1697, it is the second oldest monastery in Sikkim.  
• Sang Monastery ( near Rumtek ). Built in 1912.  
• Sangacholing Monastery . Erected in 1697, it is considered one of the oldest monasteries in Sikkim. It is on a steep hilltop and can only be accessed by a 40 min trek through the forest.  
• Simik Monastery ( near Singtam ).  
• Tashiding Monastery . It is considered as the holiest monastery in Sikkim. It is situated on a cone-shaped mountain, 19 km south-east of Yoksum . It was erected in 1717, according to the legend on a place which was connected with the peak of Kanchenjunga by a rainbow. The monastery consists of several stupas (corten), chapels and the main temple. The relics of the lamas of Sikkims are preserved in a number of smalles chorten. The Nyingmapa-Buddha-Festival is celebrated in the monastery on the 15th day of the first month of the Tibetan moon calendar.  
• Tsuk-La-Khang Monastery, Gangtok ( within the premises of the Royal Palace ). It was used for royal weddings and coronations.  
• Yangyang Monastery ( at Yangyang, 10km downhill from Rabongla ). Built in 1840  

Scenery [ edit ]

• Baba mandir . Eight kilometers from Nathu la pass is the original Harbhajan Singh Baba Temple from which the Indo-Bhutan border is approximately 6 km and the India-China border is around 5 km. A must visit place for all those who like to explore places!  
• Chungthang . Chungthang is in the northern part of Sikkim. It is located at the confluence of Lachen and Lachung Chu and is the starting point of the river teesta. It is believed that Chungthang is blessed by a guru Rimpoche.  
• Gurudongmar Lake . Gurudongmar lake is at an altitude of 5,150 metres. The lake is considered sacred. It has crystal clear waters and the way leading to it is a cold desert. The lake is frozen during winter, except for a small part which is considered to be touched by Guru Padmasambhava. Visits to the lake are allowed after obtaining a permit from the Government. Foreign nationals are not allowed to go there. The whole area is controlled by army, due to its proximity to China. The air pressure is only 55% compared to sea level, making altitude sickness a certain outcome for any longer stay without lengthy acclimatisation. For day trip visitors a night stay at Lachen is advised to allow altitude acclimatisation. It is recommended that visitors do not run or speak loudly, rather sit by the lake enjoying its beauty and the surrounding mountains. Tourists are generally asked to leave the place by 1-2PM, after which the wind speeds picks up and is enough to carry small stones.  
• Kabi Lungstok . Kabi Lungtsok is a historic place, located on North Sikkim Highway, 17 km away from Gangtok . This is the same place where the historic treaty between Lepcha Chief Te-Kung-Tek and the Bhutia Chief Khey-Bum-Sar was signed ritually.  
• Nathu la pass . The Nathu la pass lies on the Sino-Indian border and is only open for Indian tourists. People who wish to visit Nathu la should get special permission one day in advance. Please note, however, that the pass is not open on Mondays & Tuesdays every week.It closes in the winter and opens in May.  

Do [ edit ]

There are many adventure activities possible to do in Sikkim. Tourists can go for trekking, rafting and kayaking, mountain biking, mountaineering Para Gliding and yak safaris.

Trekking [ edit ]

Trekking is a popular adventure activity in Sikkim. Some of the popular trek routes are:

• Dzongri - Gechala Trek : The 8 - 9 day trek leads to the base of Kanchenjunga, the third highest peak in the world. The route passes through alpine forest, lush green meadows and past glacial lakes. People with lesser time can opt for the Dzongri trek (5 days) which provides great panoramic views of Kanchenjunga and its surrounding peaks.
• Maenam Hill Trek :Maenam (10,500 ft) is a hill towering above the town of Rabangla offering a great panoramic views of Kanchenjunga and its surrounding peaks. It is 3 - 4 hrs (one way) hike from Ravangla. Spending a night atop Maenam hill is a thrilling experience with a spectacular sunrise in the morning. There are no places to stay in Maenam Hilltop, so tents and food need to be carried.

White water rafting [ edit ]

Large stretches of the two major rivers of Sikkim, Teesta and Rangit are suitable for rafting.

Mountain biking [ edit ]

The experience of dangerous, yet exciting, sports like mountain biking is an enormous attraction for visitors who come to Sikkim to spend some days of relaxation in the touch of nature. So undoubtedly a place like Sikkim, where mountains are a prime part of the landscape, an off-road cycle ride through the uneven hills, jungles and water bodies works like a magnet for all who are obsessed with exploring new thrills.

Eat [ edit ]

Delicious momos stuffed with meat (also known as 'Dumpling'). For vegetarians, veg momos are also available along with Thukpas (noodle soup). Phagshapa is a strip of pork fat stewed with radishes and dried chillies.

Drink [ edit ]

• Chhang/thumba/tongba/chee - Locally brewed mildly intoxicating millet beer, sometimes served in a bamboo glass with a wooden straw.
• HIT Beer - A local favourite manufactured by a brewery owned by the Bollywood actor Danny Denzongpa.
• Liquor - Whisky, brandy and rum are very cheap in Sikkim as compared to other parts of India.

Go next [ edit ]

• Has custom banner
• Has mapframe
• Has map markers
• See listing with no coordinates
• Listing with Wikipedia link but not Wikidata link
• Outline regions
• Outline articles
• Region articles
• Eastern India
• All destination articles
• Has Geo parameter
• Pages with maps

Navigation menu

References: Ancient India, Buddha, Ashoka, Asoka, stupa, edicts, India, India News, Newspaper, Indian, News, Travel News, India Travel Times, Travel,Tourism, Tour, Tourist, India, Times, News, Hotels, Airlines, Ayurveda, Yoga, Hindu, Taj Mahal, Cuisine, Festival, Temple, Trekking, Hindu, Bharatanatyam, Kathakali, Odissi, Dance, Shimla,Varanasi, Kullu, Manali, Dehra Dun, Mussourie, Mussoorie, Haridwar, Hardwar, Rishikesh, Nainital, Delhi, Goa, Kovalam, Darjeeling, Bodh Gaya, Kancheepuram, Kanchipuram, Thekkady, Badrinath, Amar Nath,Vaishno Devi, Tirupati, Sabarimala, Guruvayoor, Kanyakumari, Kodaikanal, Ooty, Chennai

Overseas Tourist Offices

DTTDC Delhi Tourism , Transport Corporation Govt of India Tourist offices in States

• Tour Packages
• North Sikkim Tour
• +91-8826678880

We'd love to hear from you

Send us a message and we'll respond as soon as possible.

SEND MESSAGE

GTI Travels Pvt Ltd

Tel. +91-8826678880 / +91-8826678880

• [email protected]
• Local Office : DPH Road, Gangtok, Sikkim, IN - 737101
• Working Office Address : 314, Laxmi Deep Building, District Centre, Laxmi Nagar, New Delhi, India - 110092
• Address : C-62, GL 5, BS CLY Usmanpur New Delhi DL IN - 110053
• Terms & Condition
• Places to See In Sikkim
• Darjeeling Gtk Pelling Tour
• Gtk Pelling Kalimpong Tour
• Sikkim Delight Tour
• Kolkata Sikkim Tour
• Gtk Pelling Darjeeling
• South Sikkim Tourism
• East Sikkim Tourism
• North Sikkim Tourism
• West Sikkim Tourism
• Sikkim Festivals

• Terms and conditions
• sitemap XML
• ©2023 Sikkimtourismindia.com All Rights Reserved.

Sikkim Tour Packages

• 3 Nights / 4 Days
• 4 Nights / 5 Days
• 5 Nights / 6 Days
• 6 Nights / 7 Days
• 7 Nights / 8 Days
• 8 Nights / 9 Days
• 9 Nights / 10 Days
• 10 Nights / 11 Days
• Sikkim Honeymoon Packages

Entry Formalities for Sikkim

—Please choose an option— 3 Nights/4 Days 4 Nights/5 Days 5 Nights/6 Days 6 Nights/7 Days 7 Nights/8 Days 8 Nights/9 Days 9 Nights/10 Days 10 Nights/11 Days

Get the Best Sikkim Holiday Planned by Experts! 

+91 9810066496 | +91 9811066496.

March 2024 April 2024 May 2024 June 2024 July 2024 August 2024 September 2024 October 2024 November 2024 December 2024 January 2025 February 2025

Sikkim is renowned as a state with an abundance of natural beauty. The state is proud of its rivers, lakes, and mountains, which draw travellers from all over the world.

However, all visitors must go through an admission procedure, with the exception of Indian citizens. Apart from limited locations, there are no requirements for Indian citizens. However, in order to enter Sikkim, foreigners must hold an Inner Line Permit (ILP).

An official travel document issued by the Indian government is called a “Inner Line Permit.” In addition to being a document, the ILP represents the Indian government’s efforts to control access to particular areas close to its international boundary.

In actuality, the British government was the one who first developed the ILP. In order to protect their business interests, it was done. However, the ILP is still being utilised in India to formally conserve tribal customs.

Additionally, there are various ILP types, one for visitors and the other for those planning lengthy stays. These are often for employment-related reasons.

For foreign nationals seeking the ILP, the Government of Sikkim has created a fairly straightforward procedure that, as stated on the Sikkim Government website, “is as simple as 123.”

Here is a detailed explanation of the entrance requirements.

COMMON PERMITS

Obtaining an ILP is essentially a formality and is free for foreign nationals. All you need to do is bring a photo that is the size of a passport and copies of your passport and visa. You can provide these documents and get the entrance at checkpoints.

Permits are issued at the entry checkpoints at Melli and Rangpo between the hours of 8 am and 7:30 pm.

Tourism for Sikkim at Bagdogra Airport: In this location, permits are issued from 10 am to 4 pm.

Sikkim House is open every day during business hours in Delhi or Kolkata. Bank holidays are when the home is closed.

The Sikkim Tourist Office in Siliguri is open during regular business hours. Bank holidays are when the home is closed.

Additionally, permits are accessible at the Pakyong Airport. In truth, entrance permits may also be obtained in Darjeeling, but the procedure there is more drawn-out and difficult. In Darjeeling, the procedure consists of two steps: first, provide the passport copy at the Foreigners’ Registration Office (FRO), and then cross the town to the District Commissioner’s Office (DCO).

Also available at the Indian Embassies overseas are 15-day Sikkim permits that foreign nationals can get.

Furthermore, there isn’t a checkpoint at Jorethang, thus no permits are given out and foreigners aren’t allowed to enter or exit West Bengal.

ENTRY PERMIT APPLICATION ONLINE

You may apply for entrance permits online in a world where most people use the internet to get things done.

Filling out an online application will get you an Inner Line Permit (ILP). Even so, until you have the stamp on it, it will still be regarded as a provisional inner line permit. You may purchase this stamp at any of Sikkim’s border checkpoints.

WHO CAN GRANT ENTRY PERMITS?

The people who can provide admission permits are listed below:

• Indian missions worldwide
• Home Affairs Ministry
• Registrars of Foreigners
• Airport immigration agents in Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, and New Delhi
• Darjeeling Deputy Commissioner
• Kolkata-based Deputy Secretary/Under Secretary, West Bengali government, home department
• Administration of Sikkim
• Gangtok’s Chief/Home Secretary
• Gangtok’s Secretary of Tourism
• Gangtok’s I.G.P. of Police
• Sikkim House Resident Commissioner, New Delhi
• Siliguri’s deputy secretary of tourism
• Kolkata-based Resident Commissioner STCS
• Rangpo’s tourism officer

Any ILP’s validity is only good for 15 days. If a visitor from outside the country wants to prolong their stay, it can be done upon request, but only temporarily.

Only the State Government, however, has the authority to double the stay’s original 30-day duration. This permission renewal may be applied through the Gangtok Foreign Registration Office (FRO) as well as the North, West, and South District Superintendent of Police offices.

CANCELLATION

The Entry Permits may be revoked within two hours of any military activity or other security issues. This can occur with no warning and cannot be contested.

Additionally, in such a scenario, the Entry Permit fee paid will not be returned.

Get Instant Support

Trip Duration 3 Nights/4 Days 4 Nights/5 Days 5 Nights/6 Days 6 Nights/7 Days 7Nights/8 Days 8 Nights/9 Days 9 Nights/10 Days 10 Nights11 Days 11 Nights/12 Days

Number of People 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 +10

Why Book With Us?

• No-hassle best price guarantee
• Customer care available 24/7
• Hand-picked Tours & Activities
• Free Travel Insurance

Why Choose Sikkim Tourism?

Experienced, happy customers, local offices, get a question.

Do not hesitage to give us a call. We are an expert team and we are happy to talk to you.

+91-9810066496 [email protected]

Popular Sikkim Tour Packages

Kalimpong Gangtok Pelling Darjeeling Tour Package

Send Enquiry

Gangtok Zuluk with North Sikkim Tour Package

Gangtok with Bhutan Tour Package

Gangtok Lachung Lachen Darjeeling Tour Package

Gangtok Family Tour Package

Gangtok Darjeeling Family Tour Package

Gangtok Darjeeling Dooars Tour

Discover Sikkim Tour Package

Darjeeling Pelling Gangtok Lachung Tour Package

Kalimpong Gangtok Lachung Pelling Darjeeling Tour Package

Kalimpong Darjeeling Gangtok Lachen Lachung Tour Package

Gangtok Lachung Pelling Tour Package

Gangtok Lachen Lachung Pelling Tour Package

Gems of Northeast India Gangtok Kalimpong Darjeeling Tour Package

Gangtok Tour Package

Gangtok Pelling Tour Package

Gangtok Pelling Darjeeling Tour Package

Gangtok North Sikkim Tour Package

Gangtok Lachung Tour Package

Gangtok Lachung Pelling Darjeeling Tour Package

Gangtok Lachen Lachung Tour Package

Gangtok Darjeeling Tour Package

Extended Gangtok Pelling Darjeeling Tour Package

Extended Gangtok and Pelling Tour Package

Book Delightful Gangtok and Darjeeling – Sikkim Tour Package

Darjeeling Pelling Gangtok – Sikkim Tour Package

Darjeeling Kalimpong Gangtok- Sikkim Tour Package

Gangtok, Lachung, Pelling, Darjeeling Tour Package

Darjeeling Gangtok Sikkim Tour Package

Sikkim weather, sikkim by months.

Shri Lakshman Prasad Acharya

Shri V. B. Pathak

Announcement, 1 guidelines on information security practices for government entities | 09-11-2023     | view file     2 general guidelines for preparation and submission of cabinet memorandum. | 18-02-2023     | view file     3 advisory on preparedness of the state during ensuing monsoon season | 28-03-2024     | view file     4 advisory measures for prevention of web intrusion attacks/ web defacement | 13-04-2023     | view file    , updates & notifications, notification & circular.

• From the office of the District Election Officer, Mangan -RefNo: 618/DC(M)/Elec./2024 | Date:01 04 2024 -Information & Public Relations Department New
• Establishment of State Control Room pertaining to Law & Order in view of General Election 2024 -RefNo: 02/Home/2024 | Date:26 03 2024 -Home Department New
• Grant of Paid Holiday to Employees on the day of poll (19 April 2024) -RefNo: 32/Home/2024 | Date:26 03 2024 -Home Department New
• CIRCULAR -RefNo: 03/HOME/2024 | Date:22 03 2024 -Home Department New
• CORRIGENDUM -RefNo: 30/HOME/2024 | Date:21 03 2024 -Home Department New

News & Press Release

• Commissioning of randomised EVM for Mangan district commences from today. -05 Apr 2024 New
• Press Release from Raj Bhawan -05 Apr 2024 New
• Press Release from ADC(Dev.)-cum-Nodal Officer (SVEEP), Mangan -04 Apr 2024 New
• Press Release from the Office of the Superintendent of Police, Soreng District -04 Apr 2024 New
• Contact details of Assistant Returning Officers of 7 Assembly Constituencies under Namchi District -03 Apr 2024 New

Tender Notice

• Sealed quotations are invited from reputed firms engaged in supply and fitting of tubeless tyres for Bolero Power Plus SLE. -Sikkim Power Development Corporation Limited New
• Expression of Interest invited for the work of "Development of Hydro Power Project" -Sikkim Power Investment Corporation Limited New
• Invitation for Expression of Interest (EOI) for creation of hyper-realistic high–end gamified 3D virtual experience of treks in Sikkim to be delivered through virtual reality, augmented reality and/or mixed reality -Forest & Environment Department New
• Notice intiviting online Re Tender for Up-gradation of various roads in the State of Sikkim under PMGSY-III -Rural Development Department
• Construction of Himanchal Mesiha Sangatee Church at Chumbung, Soreng, West Sikkim -Culture Department

ONE EARTH - ONE FAMILY - ONE FUTURE

G20 Stay Safe Online Campaign

Latest from the

Government events.

Government Establishments

Gazette notification, government  calendar, online directory, sikkim herald, open data gov, digital india, goi directory, swachh bharat.

A control room of Sikkim Police has been made operational. For any support, information or assistance relating to the disaster caused by the flash floods, citizens may contact the following HELPLINE numbers.

POLICE HELPLINE NUMBERS

• Search in .....
• Destinations
• Places of Interest
• Accommodation
• Accommodations

Search Panel

• Basic Search
• Advance Search
• Try changing search filter options .

Selected Places of Interest

Search flight, search results.

• Share this on Facebook
• Share this on LinkedIn
• Share this on Google
• Tweet This!

Comm100 Products:

• Customer Service Software
• Live Support Software
• Email Marketing Software
• Help Desk Software
• Email Marketing
• Support Ticket Software

LANGUAGE AND CURRENCY OPTIONS

Select your language option, select currency.

Transport in Sikkim- Guide for Tourists or Visitors

Transport and entry formalities.

Foreigners must obtain Inner Line Permit (ILP) to visit Sikkim . This can be obtained from Sikkim Tourism Office at Delhi, Kolkata, Siliguri and Rangpo on the stretch of a valid Indian Visa. The 15 days duration permit is issued on the spot on production of photocopies of the passport and visa details along with two passport photos of the applicants. The permissible duration of the stay to the foreign tourists is 15 days initially.

The State Government is authorized to extend the same twice by a further period of 30 days (15 days each). The extension of the permit can be obtained from Foreigners Registration Office at Gangtok and Office of the Superintendent of Police in the North West and South District. For those interested in going for trekking in the interior region of the state the Department of Tourism issues Protected Area Permit (PAP) at Gangtok which is available for certain specified areas for groups consisting of two or more foreigners subject to the condition that the trekking programme is arranged through a registered travel agency. Transport in Sikkim is comprised of air, Rail and Road.

TRANSPORT AND COMMUNICATION

Sikkim has its own airport recently. Pakyong Airport has been recently operation and is the only airway present in Sikkim. Though there is very few flights available due to the weather condition here, but there is a chance that you may get a hold of it. The flight is usually connected from Guwahati or Kolkata. The nearest most operational airport for Sikkim is Bagdogra in North Bengal in the neighbor State of Sikkim, West Bengal. Bagdogra is around 123 kilometers from Gangtok, the capital of Sikkim. It takes approximately four hours of drive from Bagdogra to Gangtok.

Sikkim Tourism also operates daily, a five seater helicopter service between Gangtok and Bagdogra. Recently the Helicopter fleet has been upgraded to have a 26 seater helicopter. MI 172 Chopper is a robust machine capable of hovering even in moderate climate , terrain up to 13000 to 14000 feet altitude. Russian made machine can lift up to 26 persons.

The two closest railway stations are Siliguri (114 Kms) and New Jalpaiguri (125 Kms) from the Capital of Sikkim, Gangtok. There are agency booking facilities in Gangtok at the Sikkim Nationalized Transport Bus Terminus, Gangtok. Another one is at the Tourist Information Centre Namchi, South Sikkim.

Siliguri Railway station is only 114 Kms away and New Jalpaiguri is 125 Kms away. New Jalpaiguri is the most preferred Railway station due to the maximum availability of trains through this station. Rarely anyone goes to the Siliguri station as it is mainly busy in Local trains. Local commuters usually use this station. Recently the massive railway project is going on to bring railways to Sikkim. That should take another 5 years to complete if not more. The new Railway Station then will be at and Around Rangpo. Once completed it will be around 30+ Kilometers from the State Capital.

The Sikkim Nationalized Transport (SNT) plies regular bus service from Gangtok to Siliguri and Kalimpong and within the state. Booking facilities are available at Siliguri and Gangtok. Private buses and taxis are also available at in plenty between Gangtok, Siliguri, Kalimpong and Darjeeling. You can also book a cab from a private Company. The Buses plying between Siliguri and Gangtok are the most suitable options to choose from. There are private 4 seater cabs and also the 10 seater maxi cabs available for hire.

The taxi can be shared by multiple travelers or it can also be booked solely by one single party or group. However the smaller taxis takes a little less time for the journey as compared to busses, but if we look at the comfort level then buses are the best while travelling in hills. There are luxury tourist vehicles also available but the cost for those are quite huge. Though they are pretty luxurious but the cost is tremendous as compared to it and the return of investment rarely satisfies.

• Places of Tourist Interest in Sikkim - Smiling Sikkim April 9, 2022 Permalink
• STNM Hospital : Revolutionizing Health Sector by SKM Government June 15, 2022 Permalink
• 28 Tourist Spots around Gangtok, Sikkim - The Sikkim July 1, 2022 Permalink
• Places of Tourist Interest in Sikkim - The Sikkim July 13, 2022 Permalink
• Uttarey, Gem Of The West - Sikkim Details November 28, 2022 Permalink
• How To Travel To Gangtok - Sikkim Details December 3, 2022 Permalink

Comments are closed.

© 2002 - 2022 All rights reserved | Privacy Policy Designed by Samir Khanal

We use cookies to improve your experience on our website. By browsing this website, you agree to our use of cookies

• For Foreign Tourists
• For Domestic Tourists
• IHCAE (Indian Himalayan Centre For Adventure & Eco-Tourism)
• IHM (Institute of Hotel Management)
• Swadesh Darshan 2.0

Adarsh Tours, Treks & Expedition

Hotel mayur building, ps road, near hospital dara, gangtok, sikkim, about the travel agent.

With warm greetings from the Himalayan of Sikkim. Let me introduce you to our company Adarsh Tours and Expedition. It is situated in the heart of Sikkim, India", "The company is founded in Sikkim and we have representatives in The German, Italy, Europe, USA and UK" Sikkim ‘an oasis of peace’ is a paradise unexplored. This beautiful Himalayan state lies in the northeast region of India. This stunning place is a cultural and religious landscape and a paradise for nature lovers. The state has its reputation over the pinnacle of tourism industry in the globe. Nature has bestowed Sikkim with unique beauty, splendor with its alpine peaks, lush green valleys, six climatic zones, environment friendly & hospitable people and a rich cultural heritage. This hidden land is conferred with colorful array of vibrant cultures, exotic traditions, feasts and festivals lined up every month, wonderful art and architecture, all this makes Sikkim a tourism hot spot. Indeed, Sikkim the “land of Peace & Tranquility” it is the most peaceful state in the lap of Mt. Kangchenjunga, the 3rd highest in the world. Adarsh Tours, Treks & Expedition is a well established and expert tour operator based in the heart of Gangtok, the beautiful capital city of Sikkim. The company offers a solid team of travel experts, professional and well specialized team that provides the best tour packages filled with enjoyment, thrill and adventure without any compromise to every outdoor enthusiast around the globe. The company is officially Registered and recognized as “Grade ‘A’ Tour operator” by the department of Tourism, Government of Sikkim and approved and recognized as inbound tour operator by the ministry of Tourism, Government of india. Awarded the Certificate of Excellence for Best Inbound Tour Operator/ Travel Agent by Sikkim Tourism, Government of Sikkim on World Tourism Day, 2015. Government of Sikkim awarded the company as "Best Adventure Tour Operator in the year 2016". in a glittering function held at IHCAE, Chemchey on the occasion of World Tourism Day, 2016 on 27th September. The award came as recognition for his dedication and commitment towards tourism and his passion for service. Further on, Government awarded “Best Management of Camp Site, Special Award for the promotion of Bird watching in Sikkim. The company has representatives in German, Asia, Europe, China and SAARC countries. Adarsh Tours, Treks & Expedition is also keen supporters of Eco-Tourism & Conservation Society of Sikkim (ECOSS) and Katmandu Environmental Educational Project (KEEP). The popular company is also Member of Travel Agents Association of Sikkim (TAAS). Adarsh Tours, Treks and Expeditions is only ten years old but it has managed to carve a niche for itself in the tourism industry. In 2015, he was awarded the Brands Academy Excellence Award in Bangalore for excellence in service in the ‘best inbound tour, trek and expedition Operator in Eastern India’ category. He was also Gopal Chettri is one of the most promising youth in the present tourism industry of Sikkim. Apart from being a successful businessman, Gopal is also an active social worker who is involved with numerous community development projects in Sikkim. He believes that tourism can be a major tool for community development. Gopal is the Vice President of Travel Agents Association of Sikkim (TAAS) and also a Elect President 2021-2022 of Rotary Club of Gangtok South. He acknowledges that his friends and family and his team at Adarsh have been his source of constant support said that achievement also brings the responsibility to perform better and ensure. Gopal feels that Sikkim has tremendous potential in the tourism sector. Adarsh Tours, Treks & Expedition is an eco-friendly professional outfit committed to provide high quality services. We have been providing best quality services to our clients with truly an authentic and uplifting experience of the diverse cultures, religions and landscapes of the Himalayan region. We offer a truly unique traveling experience to the Himalayas with our various popular packages of treks and tours. Our sincere efforts in this field has been recognized and recommended by Rough Guide, Lonely Planet, Trip Adviser and Travel Monthly Publications magazine Image Nepal, TOURISM NEWS DIGEST (TND) IN Nepal, Asian Explore magazine and Good News magazine. As an experienced and leading travel and tour company also handles air ticketing, hotel booking and other trips ticket such as Paragliding, Mountain flights in time. We take the greatest pride for serving our customers to their utmost satisfaction. We encourage all the valued customers taking to enjoy eco-tourism creating an opportunity to experience the rural, smooth setting, home stay and totally different feeling of your holiday trip Adarsh Tours, Treks & Expedition is well known for its high quality of services and enjoys excellent reputation among the national and international tourism fraternity. With ethnic Sikkimese hospitality, pleasing natural environment and warmth of people the company pledges a complete cherished holiday experience to suit the choice of every individual or a group. The Company’s staffs & guides are ought to be a wonderful ambassador for tourist and trekking industry in Sikkim. Marching ahead with these decisive adventure travel values, Adarsh Tours, Treks & Expedition is considered as one of the foremost leading Travel companies in Sikkim. We are working with Community Action Treks we know each other climber mountaineer Sir Doug Scott , We have organize on recently organize Gwydyr Mountain Club from British Expedition team has successfully climbed Mt Thinchinkhang at 6,010 meters (highest mountain peak in Sikkim) in West Sikkim on April 29 2017. Gwydyr Mountain Club from British celebrate our 50th anniversary the club is planning an expedition to Sikkim. Trekking Group Adarsh Tours and Treks offers a number of trekking itineraries for our clients to consider. However it is important to acknowledge that our service is very flexible and we are more than happy to arrange any itinerary that directly suits our client's interests, time, and budget--from group tours to individual travelers. If our departure dates are not suitable please feel free to contact us, tell us what you want, and when you want to visit! All our itineraries are based from Sikkim to Sikkim more view visit www.trekkingtosikkim.com

• Credit Card
• Net Banking

With warm greetings from the Himalayan of Sikkim. Let me introduce you to our company Adarsh Tours and Expedition. It is situated in the heart of Sikkim, India", "The company is founded in Sikkim and we have representatives in The German, Italy, Europe, USA and UK" Sikkim ‘an oasis of peace’ is a paradise unexplored. This beautiful Himalayan state lies in the northeast region of India. This stunning place is a cultural and religious landscape and a paradise for nature lovers. The state has its reputation over the pinnacle of tourism industry in the globe. Nature has bestowed Sikkim with unique beauty, splendor with its alpine peaks, lush green valleys, six climatic zones, environment friendly & hospitable people and a rich cultural heritage. This hidden land is conferred with colorful array of vibrant cultures, exotic traditions, feasts and festivals lined up every month, wonderful art and architecture, all this makes Sikkim a tourism hot spot. Indeed, Sikkim the “land of Peace & Tranquility” it is the most peaceful state in the lap of Mt. Kangchenjunga, the 3rd highest in the world. Adarsh Tours, Treks & Expedition is a well established and expert tour operator based in the heart of Gangtok, the beautiful capital city of Sikkim. The company offers a solid team of travel experts, professional and well specialized team that provides the best tour packages filled with enjoyment, thrill and adventure without any compromise to every outdoor enthusiast around the globe. The company is officially Registered and recognized as “Grade ‘A’ Tour operator” by the department of Tourism, Government of Sikkim and approved and recognized as inbound tour operator by the ministry of Tourism, Government of india. Awarded the Certificate of Excellence for Best Inbound Tour Operator/ Travel Agent by Sikkim Tourism, Government of Sikkim on World Tourism Day, 2015. Government of Sikkim awarded the company as "Best Adventure Tour Operator in the year 2016". in a glittering function held at IHCAE, Chemchey on the occasion of World Tourism Day, 2016 on 27th September. The award came as recognition for his dedication and commitment towards tourism and his passion for service. Further on, Government awarded “Best Management of Camp Site, Special Award for the promotion of Bird watching in Sikkim. The company has representatives in German, Asia, Europe, China and SAARC countries. Adarsh Tours, Treks & Expedition is also keen supporters of Eco-Tourism & Conservation Society of Sikkim (ECOSS) and Katmandu Environmental Educational Project (KEEP). The popular company is also Member of Travel Agents Association of Sikkim (TAAS). Adarsh Tours, Treks and Expeditions is only ten years old but it has managed to carve a niche for itself in the tourism industry. In 2015, he was awarded the Brands Academy Excellence Award in Bangalore for excellence in service in the ‘best inbound tour, trek and expedition Operator in Eastern India’ category. He was also Gopal Chettri is one of the most promising youth in the present tourism industry of Sikkim. Apart from being a successful businessman, Gopal is also an active social worker who is involved with numerous community development projects in Sikkim. He believes that tourism can be a major tool for community development. Gopal is the Vice President of Travel Agents Association of Sikkim (TAAS) and also a Elect President 2021-2022 of Rotary Club of Gangtok South. He acknowledges that his friends and family and his team at Adarsh have been his source of constant support said that achievement also brings the responsibility to perform better and ensure. Gopal feels that Sikkim has tremendous potential in the tourism sector. Adarsh Tours, Treks & Expedition is an eco-friendly professional outfit committed to provide high quality services. We have been providing best quality services to our clients with truly an authentic and uplifting experience of the diverse cultures, religions and landscapes of the Himalayan region. We offer a truly unique traveling experience to the Himalayas with our various popular packages of treks and tours. Our sincere efforts in this field has been recognized and recommended by Rough Guide, Lonely Planet, Trip Adviser and Travel Monthly Publications magazine Image Nepal, TOURISM NEWS DIGEST (TND) IN Nepal, Asian Explore magazine and Good News magazine. As an experienced and leading travel and tour company also handles air ticketing, hotel booking and other trips ticket such as Paragliding, Mountain flights in time. We take the greatest pride for serving our customers to their utmost satisfaction. We encourage all the valued customers taking to enjoy eco-tourism creating an opportunity to experience the rural, smooth setting, home stay and totally different feeling of your holiday trip Adarsh Tours, Treks & Expedition is well known for its high quality of services and enjoys excellent reputation among the national and international tourism fraternity. With ethnic Sikkimese hospitality, pleasing natural environment and warmth of people the company pledges a complete cherished holiday experience to suit the choice of every individual or a group. The Company’s staffs & guides are ought to be a wonderful ambassador for tourist and trekking industry in Sikkim. Marching ahead with these decisive adventure travel values, Adarsh Tours, Treks & Expedition is considered as one of the foremost leading Travel companies in Sikkim. We are working with Community Action Treks we know each other climber mountaineer Sir Doug Scott , We have organize on recently organize Gwydyr Mountain Club from British Expedition team has successfully climbed Mt Thinchinkhang at 6,010 meters (highest mountain peak in Sikkim) in West Sikkim on April 29 2017. Gwydyr Mountain Club from British celebrate our 50th anniversary the club is planning an expedition to Sikkim. Trekking Group Adarsh Tours and Treks offers a number of trekking itineraries for our clients to consider. However it is important to acknowledge that our service is very flexible and we are more than happy to arrange any itinerary that directly suits our client's interests, time, and budget--from group tours to individual travelers. If our departure dates are not suitable please feel free to contact us, tell us what you want, and when you want to visit! All our itineraries are based from Sikkim to Sikkim more view visit www.trekkingtosikkim.com

Standard Services Provided

• Sight Seeing
• Flight Booking

Important COVID-19 related information