Top Things to do in Sikkim
The 10 Best Nature & Parks in Sikkim, Sikkim
Discover the best top things to do in Sikkim, India including Gurudongmar Lake, Dzongri La, Thangu Valley, Yumthang Valley, Yume Samdong (Zero Point), Varsey Rhododendron Sanctuary, Teesta River, Mt. Katao, Tendong Hill, Samdruptse Hill.
Restaurants in Sikkim
1. Gurudongmar Lake
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 527 reviews
Reviewed By Saurbh2014 - Gadarwara, India
Haven of earth, its supper high altitude oxygen level is low due to high altitude desert ... Gurudongmar Lake is one of the highest lakes in the world and in India, located at an altitude of 17,800 ft. Infant and BP patients should not be carried
2. Dzongri La
3. Thangu Valley
4. Yumthang Valley
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 742 reviews
Reviewed By Prabhayamuna - Chennai (Madras), India
Visited during May 2019, During this time of year May, It is a Purple color treat for us. Rhododendrons are in full bloom during our visits, This Valley is definitely treat for our Eyes during season time of Mid April to May. Surrounded by Snow Capped Mountains, lovely river flow, yak ride along the river bed, Just Mesmerizing. Guys, after taking photos, just sit in the bench fixed along the river bed, forget about all, just enjoy the view and weather, Your worries will be vanished. Yak ride charges here are less than Changu lake. Must go place during season with Young Kids.
5. Yume Samdong (Zero Point)
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 604 reviews
Reviewed By lovejit_the_gabru - Jaipur, India
Beautiful serene place.... takes abt 3 hrs frm lachung... get early nd reach there to see a beautiful landscape nd on the way u will see beautiful rhododendron flowers.... it is located at a very high altitude @15,300 fr, so u may feel little dizziness.. small stalls are also there selling tea coffee.. nd u may njy boiled black chickpeas there.... jst njy the calmness nd peace.... this is the last public motor point in route to china border.. no public vehicle is allowed thereaftr....u may nt find snow in summer.. bt little bit of snow is always there..
6. Varsey Rhododendron Sanctuary
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 70 reviews
Barsey rhododendron sanctuary is located in west sikkim ,you will get to see variety of rhododendron and also the breathtaking view of mt kanchenjunga .
Reviewed By SGRG069 - Gangtok, India
As we planned to go to Varsay Rhododendron Sanctuary, we wanted to add more to it and finalized to do Phoktay Dara Trek too which is along the Varsay hill and could be done in one go or say start from Varsay and end up in Uttarey or vice-versa. So we choosed to start from Uttarey and reach Varsay. The trek is not very tough given the altitude which is only 3600 mtrs max. Chew Bhanjyang (Indo-Nepal Border) is on the way i.e. 4 hrs trek from Uttarey. We camped at Chew Bhanjyang for a night and on the nest day we moved to Kalijhar which is only about 3.5-4 hrs. Kalijhar became our base camp to summit Phoktay Dara and hence early in the next morning (04 am) we started our walk towards the top. About 45-50 minutes of walk, we were amazed by the scenic beauty which came before us....it was a lifetime experience to see such a sea of clouds over the high hills of West Sikkim and below the majestic Mt.Khangchendzonga and its adjacent peaks. THe view was amazing (no words to express) The panoramic view of the giants of Himalaya was right infront of us. Everest massiff on one side and Khangchendzonga massiff on the other....couldn't ask for more.... The days passed and we were finally at Varsay Trekkers Hut but still with the memories of that amazing view. Varsay Rhododendron sanctuary was not fully bloomed but was good enough to experience such different species of Rhododendrons together.... Overall magnificent plan executed....!!!
7. Teesta River
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 80 reviews
Reviewed By Sonaliexplores - Mumbai, India
As we had travelled during rainy season the river was gushing with strong flow. On your way to Gangtok from Siliguri on National Highway 10, the first thing you will start enjoying is the beautiful company of Teesta River. You will get some great scenic views of the river on your way. There are few tourist spots where you can enjoy white river water rafting.
8. Mt. Katao
9. Tendong Hill
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 136 reviews
Reviewed By Manishathakuri94
Tendong hill sacred place for the Rongkup Romkups (lepchas ) .It is 3 hr trek , i along with my friend started our trek from chuba perbing village which is close to Namchi , it was a wonderful experience especially for a nature lover u can lost in the thick forest with the chirping sound of birds and enjoy the cool breeze. If u have short time nd want to trek then this will be the best place . From the top u can see the entire himalayan range . 8th day of august is declared as a goverment holiday in Sikkim and is celebrated as Tendong lho rum faat , people from all over the sikkim gather here to offer a Prayer .
10. Samdruptse Hill
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 183 reviews
Reviewed By Sarmoh2207
Samdruptse Hill is one of the best places to be in Sikkim, infact all of Sikkim is the best place to be. I loved Sikkim and its natural beauty. A lot of Buddha Statues can be found in Sikkim, for exploring more such Buddha Statues in Sikkim, you can simply read the blog - thestonestudio.in It contains all the information regarding major Buddha Statues in Sikkim. The world's largest statue (at 118 feet) of the Buddhist Padmasambhava, also known as Guru Rinpoche, the patron saint of Sikkim, is on the Samdruptse hill (The Wish Fulfilling hill) opposite Namchi. It was completed in February 2004. It is also said that the Samdruptse hill is actually a dormant volcano. Myths say that the Buddhist monks have been going on top of the hill and offering prayers to the volcano to keep it calm. There is also a Rock Garden a few kilometers from the town on the way to Samdruptse. The area has views of Mt. Kanchendzonga, aka Mt. Kangchenjunga, the world's third highest peak.
