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Sikkim Adventure Tour

Sikkim a destination that inspires wealth of superlatives, landscape unsurpassed terrains of almost every elevation strata, Mountains, fast flowing rivers that originate in the mountains, defining the states boundaries. Abundant in nature are animals like the Red Panda, snow leopard and Blue Sheep among others.Some 600 to 1000 species of orchids and flowers add to this wonderful collection of Sikkim Adventure Tour

natures bounty. Sikkim imbued with qualities of generous hospitality, smiling people of unforgettable friendliness. A unique blend of ethnic groups, culture, religion and customs presenting a kaleidoscopic picture. Sikkim Himalayas have attracted geologists, geographers, Trekkers and lovers of nature. They have a strange fascination for artists, poets, photographers and mystics. They are a paradise for Trekkers and mountaineers and are the cradle of thousands of rivers, streams and glaciers.

Best Season -

March to late may & October to November

Nearest airport

is Bagdogra, Siliguri 124 kms 4 hours drive. Bagdogra is connected by flight linking Kolkata, Guwahati, New Delhi and in near future from Kathmandu, Nepal.

Closest railway station

is New Jalpaiguri railway Station, Siliguri connected to Kolkata, New Delhi, Guwahati, Lucknow and other important cities in India. Sikkim is connected by road to Darjeeling, Kalimpong, Siliguri and all the district Headquarters within Sikkim.

Sikkim Weather

Climate - Cold Winters in the month of November to February with minimum temperatures dipping to 4 centigrade during January - February. It is between the month of March and early May when sunshine is quite abundant. Though summer is officially from May to October, Sikkim is almost always wet due to the heavy monsoons, with rains at times continuing for days on ends. Longest recorded nonstop rain is 11 days. September to October is Autumn. A peculiar feature of Sikkim weather is that though there is a classification of sorts of the various seasons, actually experiences a cold winter from end of November to February and monsoons throughout the year with a little respite during May - June and October - November. Even the winter months can be irritatingly wet and damp with the unpredictable showers.

Best Season To Visit

March to June and September to December - Maximum Summer Temperatue - 28 ° C
Minimum Winter Temperature - 0 ° C
A Rainfall
325 cm. RF / Year.

HOW TO REACH

Sikkim lies on the North Eastern corner of India and is juxtaposed between Bhutan and Nepal with West Bengal on its South. Capital of Sikkim is Gangtok, which connects Siliguri through National Highway 31A. Siliguri, a major town on the northern fringe of West Bengal being the main gateway of Sikkim.
Nearest Airport: Bagdogra. (Near Siliguri, 117 kms from Gangtok)
This is connected with regular flights from Kolkata (Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport).
Daily flights are available to Kolkata from New Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai and all other major cities of India.
Nearest Railway Station: New Jalpaigur,i near Siliguri Town, 117 kms from Gangtok.
Overnight trains are available from Kolkata which reaches New Jalpaiguri Station in the morning.
Taxis
1. Taxis are available from New Jalpaiguri Station: charges are INR 100 per person.
2. From Siliguri Buses and Taxis are available at the following points:
Buses - SNT(Sikkim National Transport) Bus Terminus, Near Tenzing Norgay Bus Terminus.
Taxis - Taxi Stand Opposite SNT Bus Terminus. Charges are INR 100 per person OR INR 1000 (This may incease during peak tourist season) if you want to reserve the vehicle.

Adventure Sports in Sikkim

The Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, at Yuksam is the base mountain for climbing courses. Take the Kanchenjunga Trek (15 days) and discover nature in its grandest bounty. Savour this beautiful and unspoilt area with its tiny jewel- like lakes and exotic flora and fauna against the backdrop of the majestic Kanchenjunga. The trek to Bakhim is scenic and invigorating with more than 20 varieties of rhododendrons setting the forest aflame with colours. Dzongri at 3963 mts. Welcomes the climber with a heavenly colseup of the Kanchenjunga. And the sunset that leaves memories of a spectacular view of Sikkim. Or take the Monastery Leisure Trek (11 days) and be spiritually elevated. The ideal time to go trekking is mid February to late May and between October and mid December. The monsoon period is between June and September and the cold and harsh winter months are between December and February.
No technical climbing experience is necessary as most of thetreks are between 6000 and 14000 feet. All one needs is to be in fit shape. Camping and trekking equipment are available on hire from the tourism department and from reputed travel agents.