When a state is blessed with breath-taking natural beauty, a myriad of adventure activities, and a handful of forest reserves, it attracts travelers of all kinds thronging over it.
Sikkim holds the epithet of being the smallest state that is a part of Northeastern Indian region. Meaning "The Land of the Gods," this beautiful place with its picturesque landscape will leave you spellbound.
The pristine charm and beauty that Sikkim has to offer beckons its tourists from the moment they book their reservations until the time they leave.
Sikkim offers everything for those hunting for the thrill – from paragliding and river rafting to trekking and visiting wildlife sanctuaries. It is one of the famous destinations for all kinds of adventure activities that can offer you a contact high to an adrenalin explorer.
So, let me take you on the adventurous journey to satiate your quest for thrill and excitement while discovering this majestic city. Be sure to book your Sikkim tour packages with reputed sites like esikkimtourism.in well in advance to ensure your adventures are hassle free.
White water rafting
Start your rafting adventure from Melli, Sikkim, to take advantage of all the ravines and rapids that the wild Teesta and Rangit rivers have to offer.
You can choose between two 3 km. and 7 km routes while taking in the scenery and challenging yourself under expert instructors' guidance with all the safety measures.
There would be sprinkled communities across the natural landscape on each side of the River Rangit, presenting you with a broad sheer appeal while river rafting its turbulent waters. Along the trip, you'll see terrace cultivation and small villages populated by indigenous people.
While river rafting on the Rangit, one can also take advantage of other amenities. Night camping, for example, on the sandy white patches along the river's banks.
The Rangit River's huge sunning rapids entice rafters from all over the world to accept her challenges. The river rafting trip on the Rangit will not disappoint you if you're looking for some spine-chilling wet action.
The months of March through May are ideal for white water rafting.
Mountain Climbing
Sikkim is basically a hilly state in India between the Eastern Himalayas and the Indian plains. The primary oxygen source is mainly derived from the Western and Eastern Himalayas and the Renjo-La Pass and Gangtok, which is the capital city of Sikkim.
The glorious mountain peaks, lofty Himalayan ranges, virgin forests, and remote hills are some of the main attractions for travelers. Sikkim attracts plenty of travelers with its scenic locales and tranquil locations.
Growing in popularity as an exciting tourist activity, mountaineering has been recently introduced in Sikkim to boost adventure tourism. This initiative has opened myriad experiences for travelers worldwide, from treks and nature trails to camping.
Nestling among 58 alpine mountain ranges, 84 grand glaciers, and 7 serenading lakes coupled with pristine landscapes and valleys makes it the favorite destination for those interested in exploring them all.
However, only a few peaks are accessible for mountaineers, whether amateur or seasoned, and one has to apply for permits that local tour organizers can arrange.
* Mt. Burmkhangse
* Mt. Thinchenkhan
* Frey Peak
* Mt. Jupono
The months of April through June and September to November are ideal for mountaineering and treks.
Treks and trails
Sikkim as a trekking destination has gained worldwide popularity in recent times. Sikkim is one of the favorite tourist place to visit and trek. The State offers some of the finest trekking experiences in the Himalayas.
Its widespread unexplored mountains are a trekker’s delight and its amazing range of flora and fauna is a paradise for all nature lovers. High altitude ranges like West Hills, East Khangchendzonga, Rangit Valley, Singalila Ridge have opened new avenues for trekkers to explore.
There are numerous hikes that cross through Sikkim's remote areas and provide thrilling adventure. The state is home to numerous endangered species like as the Red Panda and Musk Deer, as well as more than half of the world's glaciers outside of the polar zone.
Few of the popular treks are listed below :
* Sandakphu Trek
* Goecha La Trek
* Kanchenjunga Base camp
* Sikkim Dzongri trek
* Tholung
Biking Road Trips
The rugged terrain of Sikkim invites and tempts all bikers and cyclists together to come and discover this mystical and incredible city be it the ancient villages' colorful monasteries, on their mean machines, while making it one of the favorite travel destinations for bikers.
The best part of covering your journey on wheels is that there is no worry to following a fixed schedule, and one can relax and enjoy the trip at their own pace while halting at places of their choice and get to live like locals and soak in the cultural vibe of this nature's marvel.
One can opt to embark on their journey during spring or fall from April-may and Mid September- October.
You also get a chance to know Sikkim, not as a tourist but as a native, and create memories of a lifetime.
Rock Climbing
Nothing compares to the rush of climbing up a bare mountain rock while pushing yourself to your limits. Climbers who want to push themselves to new heights will find plenty of options in Sikkim.
Free climbing, where protective gear is employed to save you in the event of a fall, and assist climbing, where the terrain is straight and you climb with the help of pre-fixed gears, are the two main styles of climbing.
Paragliding
Imagine yourself flying high in the middle of the clouds in the sky like a free bird with a serene and beautiful aerial view of the lush green dense forests, mountain ranges, rivers and lakes while feeling the fresh breeze on your face.
Welcome to the world of paragliding in Sikkim. The state is home to some of the smoothest air in India with more than 60 paragliding and hang gliding sites for beginners as well as advanced pilots, with Simalgang and Maneybhanjang being popular spots close to Gangtok.
The ideal time to experience this adventurous sport is March - June and September – November.
