How do I plan a trip to Gurudongmar Lake?
A typical trip starts at Gangtok from where Lachen is about 120 kms (6-8 hours). After overnight stay at Lachen next morning you may visit Gurudongmar lake. You should start early in the morning and be back to Lachen latest by lunch time. As the day progresses weather in the high altitude begins to worsens.
Can foreigners go to Gurudongmar Lake?
Foreigners are not allowed in Nathula Pass and Gurudongmar Lake as these two are international border areas. However with necessary permits, foreign nationals are allowed to visit protected areas such as Yumthang Valley, Zero Point, Tsomgo Lake, Dzongri, Goechala etc.
Which month is best for Gurudongmar Lake?
The best time to visit Gurudongmar Lake is from March until June as the weather is pleasant and one can see clear crystal blue skies, with lush greenery in the surroundings along with beautiful and divine Gurudongmar Lake. The temperature during these months fluctuates between 5°C / – 5°C.
Can we visit Gurudongmar Lake now?
You will need a permit to visit Gurudongmar Lake and North Sikkim. The permit can be obtained only through registered travel agents in Sikkim. You have to get the permit done at least a day before starting your trip to Lachen. Foreign tourists are not allowed to go to Gurudongmar Lake.
Is yumthang Valley and zero point same?
Located at an altitude of 15000ft, the place where Zero Point lies is known as Yume Samdong and it would take you around 1.5 hours to reach here from Yumthang, which is at a distance of 23km. The place is called Zero Point because this is where civilian road ends and civilians are not allowed to go beyond this point.
How far is Nathula pass from Gangtok?
approximately 56 kms
Located at a distance of approximately 56 kms from Gangtok, the Nathula Pass used to be a corridor of passage between India and Tibet. It is located at an altitude of 4,310 meters and one can view the Tsomgo Lake on their way to it.
Can foreigners go to Sikkim?
Foreigners must obtain Inner Line Permit (ILP) to visit Sikkim. These can be obtained from all Indian Missions, Sikkim Tourism Offices at New Delhi, Kolkata, District Magistrates Office of Darjeeling, Siliguri, and Rangpo on the strength of an Indian Visa.
Is aadhar valid in Sikkim?
Re: Is aadhar card valid to get permits in sikkim? yes it is absolutely valid , we visited Gangtok and Lachung in May 2019 as a group of 4 adults and we provided 3 passports and one Aadhar card as proof of identities .
Why is Gurudongmar lake famous?
Gurudongmar Lake is one of the highest lakes in the world and in India, located at an altitude of 5,425 m (17,800 ft), in Sikkim. It is considered sacred by Buddhists, Sikhs and Hindus. The lake is named after Guru Padmasambhava—also known as Guru Rinpoche—founder of Tibetan Buddhism, who visited in the 8th century.
Is there snowfall in Gurudongmar Lake?
It is located at a height of 8,790 feet above sea level and experiences heavy snowfall in the winter months of November to March. However, this is also the time when it looks picturesque because of the frozen valleys. The best time to visit is from October to November and again from April to May.
Can senior citizens go to Gurudongmar Lake?
No restrictions for elder age to issue permits.
Why is Gurudongmar Lake famous?
How many days to spend in Gurudongmar Lake Sikkim?
The Gurudongmar lake Sikkim tour package has been crafted for the mountain-lovers to spend 7 nights 8 days across Gangtok, Lachung, Lachen and Darjeeling. Gurudongmar Lake is known for being one of the most mesmerizing lakes in the North-East. It is also one of the highest lakes across the globe.
How to trek from Gurudongmar to Tso Lhamo?
One can trek from Gurudongmar Lake to Tso Lhamo Lake in Sikkim. This again is one of the highest lakes in the world and to trek from one lake to another, one needs to obtain a permit from the Army. the lakes are 9 km apart, and the trek isn’t for amateurs or beginners.
How to get to Gurudongmar Lake from Thangu?
So getting to Gurudongmar Lake requires some luck. From Thangu the distance to Gurudongmar is about 31kms. Although the distance looks short, it requires about 2 hours to reach Gurudongmar from Thangu (so a total of about 4 hours from Lachen).
How to visit Lachen & Gurudongmar Lake with Lachung & Yumthang Valley?
Since Lachen and Lachung are close to each other, many tourists make a combined visit of Lachen & Gurudongmar lake with Lachung & Yumthang Valley. Lachen to Lachung takes about 2 hours. Lachen means ‘Big Pass’. This small village at an altitude of 9,000ft is a valley with grassy land and scattered forests of Rhodendrons and conifers.