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SIKKIM INFORMATION |
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Sikkim situated in the
Eastern Himalayas spread below the
world's third highest mountain
Kangchenjunga (8585m) revered by the
Sikkimese as their protective deity.
Sikkim is separated by the Singalila
range from Nepal in the west, Chola
range from Tibet in the northeast and
Bhutan in the southeast. Rangit and
Rangpo rivers form the borders with the
Indian state of West Bengal in the
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Though measuring just 65 Km by 115 Km- the size of
Switzerland it ranges from sweltering deep valleys a
mere three hundred meters above sea level to lofty snow
peaks such as Kangchendzonga . On its west side is the
massive 31 Km long Zemu glacier. Various explorers and
mountaineers have claimed to have seen Yeti or its foot
prints in the vicinity of the mountain and its glacier-
"The abominable snowman" has its place in folklore.
Sikkim's botanical and zoological affluence is truely
impressive. The verities of bords and butterflies in
Sikkim is matched only by incredible diversity in the
animal and botanical world, nourished by unique and
dramatic geographical features.
The lower altitudes are sub-tropical and abound in some
of Sikkim's more than ```six hundred orchid varities,
sprays of cardamom fruit orchards and terraced rice
paddies. To the Lepchas- this was "Nye-mae-el"
(Paradise), to the Bhutias it is "Beymul Denzong" (The
hidden valley of Rice). Sikkim is commonly attributed to
the Tsong's word "Sukhim" meaning (New or Happy Home) .
The people of Sikkim are warm, simple and friendly with
a natural gaeity. The custom and rituals of sikkimese
are as diverse as the ethnic groups that inhabit the
land. they have an impressive repertoire of folk songs
and dances. People of Sikkim love to celebrated with a
gay abandon and their way of life is inextricably bound
up with nature.Just as Mt. Kangchenjunga is an
indisputable part of the consciousness of the Sikkimese
people, so too the rivers Tista and Rangitt with deep
ravines and their valleys allowing monsoon to penetrate
in the northernmost parts which nourishes this "Garden
of the Himalayas".
At higher altitudes, monsoon mist cling to huge tracts
of lichen covered forest, where every conceivable
species of Rhododendron and giant magnolia trees,
conifers and beautiful flowering plants as Primulas,
Gentians, Blue poppies, Wild strawberry, Raspberry. All
over Sikkim forest and wilderness areas are inhabited by
the Snow- Leopard, Thar, Yaks, wild Ass in the Tibetan
pleatue, Bharal or Blue Sheep, Shapi and the symbol of
Sikkim- the endangered Red Panda.
The land of five Treasures-Mt. Kangchendzonga - the
massive part of massive Himalayan range and other
spectacular peaks of lives of Sikkimese people. The best
known peaks are Pauhunri (7125m), Pandim (6691m), Talung
(6147m), Tent Peak (7365m), Jongsang (7459m), Rathong
(6679m), Koktang (6147m) and Sinioulchu (6887m) regarded
by the mountaineers as the most beautiful peak in the
world.Amidst the grandeur of the mountain peaks lush
valleys, fast flowing rivers, Sikkim offers her visitors
a rare and singular experience. Within a matter of hour
one can move from its sub-tropical heat of the lower
valleys to the cold of the rugged mountain slopes that
reach up to the areas of perpetual snow. |
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About Trekking,
camping, sightseeing Itinerary in Detail |
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Trek type:
Lodge/Hotel/Camping
Trek Grade: Introductory
Duration: As per itineraries below
Activities: Trekking, camping,
sightseeing, rock-climbing (option)
Best time to go: Mar-May & Sep-Nov
Departure dates: by arrangement |
Itinerary |
Duration :
6
Tour Name : Kanchanjungha panorama
Special interest :
Nature & culture
Places to visit :
Darjeeling, Gangtok, Kalingpong
Best season : Mar-May &
Sep-Nov |
Duration :
7
Tour Name : Sublime Sikkim tour
Special interest :
Village culture, monasteries and nature
Places to visit :
Darjeeling, Gangtok, Kalingpong and Sikkim
Best season : Mar-May &
Sep-Nov |
Duration :
12
Tour Name : Sikkim nature & Culture tour
Special interest :
Nature and Culture
Places to visit :
Gangtok, Kalingpong and West Sikkim
Best season : Mar-May &
Sep-Nov |
Duration :
9
Tour Name : Singalila Trek
Special interest :
Trekking
Places to visit :
Darjeeling
Best season : Mar-May &
Sep-Nov |
Duration :
15
Tour Name : Kanchanjungha Wilderness trek
Special interest :
Trekking
Places to visit :
Darjeeling / Sikkim
Best season : Mar-Apr &
Sep-Oct |
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Cost Includes
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We will be pleased to quote you a price based on
your requirements. Please submit the
booking/enquiry form or give us a call. If you
can organise your own party of eleven persons or
more, the organiser goes free of charge
(excluding international fares and some items
normally excluded). |
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