Gangtok

It offers a little of everything: culture,nature,entertainment &Tibetian food.Visit Monastries and views of Mt Kanchendzonga from Tashi Point

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Surreal and serene, Hill stations in Sikkim are every nature lover's dream destination

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Best Time to Visit

Dec - Feb

Ideal Duration

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Counted amongst the best places to visit for a holiday in India, Gangtok in Sikkim is no less than a paradise. The city offers views of the third highest mountain peak in the world, Mt. Kanchenjunga, and has many points of tourist interest in and around it including Enchey Monastery, Tsomgo Lake and Nathu La.

For those looking for adrenaline rushing adventure activities in Sikkim, Gangtok proves to be the perfect base. It’s most likely, you’d find almost every trekker chilling in Gangtok before and after his trek. Amongst the top treks that are embarked upon from Gangtok are Dzongri Trek, Varsey/Barsey Trek, and Tholung Trek. The opportunity of paragliding and hang gliding are also not too far away from Gangtok. The capital city is a perfect starting point for mountain biking tours.

Gangtok also has in its store a lot for spirituality seekers. The city houses a number of colourful and vibrant monasteries in its vicinity, which count amongst popular tourist attractions in Sikkim. Some of the best places to visit in and around Gangtok include Enchey Monastery, Pemayangtse Monastery, and Rumtek Monastery.

An eclectic nightlife is also guaranteed in Gangtok. Its popular MG Road is dotted with a number of happening restaurants and pubs that open till 11 in the night. The place is great for shopaholics too and with shops open till late in the evening, tourists get extra time to buy Tibetan handicrafts, woollens and tea products.

With our authentic Gangtok travel guide, find all the important information on planning a trip to this popular destination in Gangtok. Get insights into major travel places, top activities, best hotels, ideal season to visit, most convenient way to reach along with best Gangtok tour packages.

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Green Lake Trek
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Singba Rhododendron Sanctuary Trek
8 Nights - 9 Days
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Singalila Ridge & Goecha La
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Sikkim and Kanchenjunga Trek
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4 Nights - 5 Days
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8 Nights - 9 Days

Where To Stay in Gangtok

The Club Mahindra Royal Demazong hotel
Orange Village Resort
Summit Norling Resort and Spa
The Keepsa Residency
The Elgin Nor-Khill
Hotel Tashi Delek
Hotel Tibet
Bamboo Grove Retreat
Hotel Asian Heights
Hotel Delamere
Suhim Portico
Mayfair Spa Resort & Casino
Hotel Sonam Delek
The Royal Plaza
Hotel Mount Siniolchu
Delisso Abode, A Sterling Holidays Resort
Summit Ttakshang Residency
The Chumbi Residency
WelcomHeritage Denzong Regency

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Best Time to Visit Gangtok

Summer season is an ideal time to make a visit to Gangtok. This season features a moderate climate which begins in March and ends in June. The average temperature during summers hovers around 22°C making the weather a lot enjoyable. Summers offer the perfect time to explore Gangtok in the most ultimate way.

Monsoons in Gangtok set in the month of July and last till September. In this season, this place witnesses heavy rainfall causing landslides that cut off routes and disrupt travelling. Hence it is advised not to make plans for Gangtok during the Monsoons.

Winters in Gangtok start from the month of October and end in the month of March. This season opens up to the beautiful views of the mountains and valleys with the clear blue skies in the background. The temperature in winters averages between 4 °C and 7 °C. The months of October and November are pleasing, while towards December and January the temperature starts dropping and goes below the 0°C mark. This causes extreme cold conditions causing fog which disrupts travelling. Though snowfall is very rare at this spot, but the routes to the high altitude places remain closed due to heavy snowfall.

Popular Attractions Gangtok

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Nathula Pass Gangtok

One of the highest motorable passes in the world, Nathu La Pass is the top attraction in Sikkim.

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Tsomgo Lake

A beautiful glacial lake in East Sikkim, Tsomgo Lake or Changu Lake is a must-see place near Gangtok.

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Rumtek Monastery Sikkim

The monastery was founded by Wangchuk Dorje, 9th Karmapa Lama in the 16th century.

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Namgyal Institute of Tibetology Gangtok

Its building boasts of traditional Tibetan architecture amidst lush greenery, which is a striking sight for the visitors.

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Himalayan Zoological Park Gangtok

The top attraction of the zoo are the endangered Red Pandas that wiggle their way up the trees hiding and sheltering.

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Seven Sister Waterfalls Gangtok

The picturesque beauty of the fall makes it tourist’s stopping point to relax and rejuvenate.

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Gangtok Essential Information

Accomodation

Gangtok, one of the most sought after destinations for merrymakers, explorers and adventure freaks, it remains crowded almost round the year. Being the capital city of the north eastern state of Sikkim, it has its own fascinating charm that plays over its visitors. Dotted with captivating tourist’s attractions and tourism places, it serves no less than a spell binding retreat and an enchanting spot to spend your holidays. Before planning a tour to this wonderland, you must look for best hotels or a worthwhile accommodation to stay in this picture postcard place. There is a myriad of hotels in Gangtok, ranging from budget to 2-star to 3-star and even 5-star hotels.

Depending upon the amount of money you are keen to spend, you can choose your hotel in the city. You might just get lucky enough in grabbing an exciting hotel deal that can offer you with a chance to save a good amount in your pocket. Apart from standard and luxury hotels, one can also choose to stay in quality guest houses, heritage houses and urban home stays that are available in plenty in Gangtok. Well equipped with modern day comforts and top class amenities, these spots offer the visitors with an unforgettable stay. Centrally located and extremely hospitable, these unmatchable strings of accommodations, add rare charm to your Gangtok visit, quite similar to an icing on the cake!