Thrilling Sikkim Bike Trip Package

Top Places to visit in Sikkim on your Bike Trip:

Sikkim is “the land of peace and tranquility,” testified by its breathtaking landscapes and benevolent people. Sikkim has a lot to offer, and here are a few places which you can explore on your Bike trip to Sikkim.

• Nathula Pass: It is located in the Himalayas and connects India with Tibet. Nathula is situated at 4310 m above sea level and forms a part of a side-shoot of the pre-historic Silk Road.

• Lachen: It is a distant village and winter home for Tibetan nomadic tribes. I is also famous as the gateway to the sacred Gurudongmar and Tso Lhamu lakes.

•  Lachung: On the other hand, is a high-altitude Tibetan village comprising Tibetan and Bhutia people. This small village is a feast to the eyes with its spectacular landscapes.

•  Yumthang valley: The Valley of Flowers is approximately 25 Kms from Lachung. It is a gorgeous valley surrounded by snowcapped mountains.

• Gurudongmar Lake: Located at a height of 17,800 ft, it is one of the highest lakes in the world. Named after Guru Padmasambhava, famously known as Guru Rinpoche, the lake is considered sacred.

• Gangtok: Apart from being the capital city of Sikkim, Gangtok is a beautiful city. Gorgeous silver-fir trees, never-ending walking trails, and the people’s hospitality will leave you amazed.

Best Time for North Sikkim Bike Tour:

Determining the ideal time to visit Sikkim on your bicycle is essential. This is why we have put together a short guide to help plan your long-awaited bike trip to Sikkim.

• Sikkim in the Summer: Summers in Sikkim is delightful and beautiful. The temperatures range from 5 to 25 degrees Celsius, with cool nights. This is also the ideal time to visit Gurudongmar Lake, Yumthang valley, Nathula Pass, Rumtek Monastery, and many other places.
• Sikkim during Monsoon: During the monsoon season, Sikkim receives heavy rainfall leading to a fall in temperature. The temperatures range from 4 to 15 degrees Celsius. While the weather can be pleasant and cool, there are better times to travel during this time. The area is vulnerable to landslides and, therefore, dangerous to travel.
• Sikkim within Winters: Winter is one of the ideal seasons to travel to Sikkim. If you love snow, you must take a trip during the winter months. The snowfall that falls at Yumthang valley Gangtok, Pelling, and Lachung is a fantastic spectacle to behold. The temperature is between -5 degrees Celsius and 7 degrees Celsius.

Permit needed for Sikkim Bike Ride:

International borders bound Sikkim. Sharing its borders with Tibet, Nepal, and Bhutan, Sikkim’s location is important, both sensitive and strategic. Therefore, security concerns in the region are high. Hence, it becomes crucial for travelers to obtain a permit.

There are entry restrictions to a few places in Sikkim for both Indians and Foreigners. Permits to visit such places are issued in Gangtok. If you hire a bike from Tripoventure , we will take care of all the necessary permits and documentation.