Pelling
A relaxed hill town with front-row views of Kanchenjunga and easy access to West Sikkim’s highlights.
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Quiet Sikkim
West Sikkim
A slower, more peaceful side of the state, rich in mountain scenery, villages, monasteries and authentic Himalayan experiences.
West Sikkim rewards those who slow down. Around Pelling and the old capital of Yuksom, the pace softens into village paths, ancient monasteries and trails that once carried kings and pilgrims into the mountains.
This is the heart of Sikkim’s heritage and some of its finest walking country. We spend our time here on foot and in conversation: heritage monasteries like Pemayangtse, sacred lakes, and homestays where the welcome is as memorable as the views.
Things to do in West Sikkim
Rabdentse ruins
The evocative ruins of Sikkim’s ancient second capital, reached by a short walk through the forest.
Pemayangtse Monastery
One of Sikkim’s oldest and most revered monasteries, home to a remarkable carved wooden sculpture.
Khecheopalri Lake
A sacred wish-fulfilling lake hidden in the forest, where leaves are said never to settle on the water.
Yuksom & its significance
The first capital of Sikkim and the starting point of the Kanchenjunga trek, steeped in history.
Darap village walk
A gentle walk through a Limboo village of farms, orchards and warm homestays.
Pelling Skywalk & Chenrezig statue
India’s first glass skywalk, leading to a towering statue of Chenrezig at Sanga Choeling.
Singshore Bridge
One of the highest suspension bridges in Asia, spanning a deep, forested gorge near Uttarey.
Kanchenjunga Falls
A powerful multi-tiered waterfall said to be fed by the glaciers of Kanchenjunga.
Tashiding Monastery
Among Sikkim’s holiest monasteries, set on a hill between the Rathong and Rangeet rivers.
Rimbi Waterfall & Orange Garden
A roadside waterfall beside an orange orchard on the way to Yuksom.
Paragliding at Pelling
A thrilling tandem flight over the valleys of Pelling, with panoramic views of the Himalayan landscape.
Sample itineraries
West Sikkim Trip
4 days- Day 1Bagdogra / NJP to Pelling
- Day 2Pelling sightseeing: Rabdentse ruins, Pemayangtse Monastery and Khecheopalri Lake
- Day 3Yuksom and a Darap village walk
- Day 4Pelling to Bagdogra / NJP
Ready when you are