Sikkim Tour Packages

Ans: Sikkim is expected to open for tourists from October 2020. The state tourism department has come up with a draft proposal to open the state for domestic tourists. The pre-booked or package tours would be allowed initially and tourists need to present COVID-19 negative certificates at the border check posts.

The government of Sikkim has issued certain guidelines for tourists as tourism has reopened in the state. It has announced general guidelines for the local travel service providers that must be strictly followed. The government also specified that hotels, tour operators and agents, and other travel providers will be held responsible if tourists do not stick to the mentioned guidelines.

• Only domestic travelers and foreign nationals currently residing in India will be allowed to enter the state.
• All tourists must carry the certificate of COVID-test with their negative report. This certificate must either be RT-PCR or Truenat test. It should also be issued within 72 hours before arriving in Sikkim.
• Tourists must carry a special “Travel Card”. This card can be obtained prior to the trip by registering on the Sikkim Tourism Web portal.
• The state has made it necessary to book the accommodations beforehand following all the health and safety guidelines.
• People above 65 years of age, under 10 years of age, and those with medical conditions should avoid travel.
• It is important for tourists to carry face masks, gloves, and sanitizers for their safety.
• The government of Sikkim has encouraged tourists to undertake digital transactions and limit the use of cash.
• Hotel operators have been administered to not reserved rooms for non-registered members of the Sikkim Tourism Web portal.
• Hotels in containment areas are prohibited to operate.
• All hotels are requested to have at least one room for emergency purposes. In case, anyone is suspected of COVID 19 symptoms, he/she can be isolated immediately.

Ans:Plan a minimum 5 to 7 days required to visit Sikkim.

Ans: October to May is the best time to visit Sikkim

Ans: The best month for snowfall in Sikkim is counted from November to March.

Ans: During your visit to Sikkim you will be able to explore the Nathula pass, Gangtok, Pelling, and Lachung, Yumthang Valley, Gurudongmar lake, Namchi, Ravangla

Ans: There are many activities in Sikkim like trekking, paragliding, river rafting, mountain biking, etc.

Ans: The permit for the Nathula can be applied to the Tourism and Civil Aviation Department. A photo ID proof with two passport size photographs is required. You can visit Nathula Pass only by a vehicle of a registered tour operator.

Ans: No, Nathula Pass remains closed on Mondays and Tuesdays of every week for tourists.

Ans: Yes, you need to take an Inner Line Permit (ILP) to visit Tsomgo Lake whereas Gurodongmar Lake requires Restricted Area Permit (RAP). Your local tour operator will arrange the permits for you.