Location: Located 145
kms from Gangtok, the capital of Sikkim.
Tourist Attractions Nearby: Chungthang, the Sikkim
countryside, Lachung and Kangchendonga National Park are the nearby places
which people visit along with Yumthang valley.
Best Activities: Trekking.
About Yumthang Valley
Yumthang is a valley in the high reaches of Himalayas also known as the
valley of flowers. The Yumthang valley is situated at an altitude of 1180 ft
( 35564 m) with a close proximity of Tibet. Yumthang is a beautiful
destination, covered with Rhododendron and Primula flowers. It also offers
view of a stunning array of peaks with Pauhunri and Shundu Tsenpa. A number
of hot springs are scattered in the valley providing an unexpected
opportunity to feel the warmth of the water even in freezing temperature.
Rich in sulfur these springs are believed to have miraculous healing power.
A
tributary of the river Teesta flows past the valley and there's the town of
Lachung, the nearest inhibited center.
NOTE : Foreigners are allowed to visit the valley only if they
procure a permit from the tourism department of Sikkim.
Getting There
Air: Nearest airport is Bagdogra in West Bengal (124 kms), where
flights fly to and fro from Kolkata, Delhi and Guwahati. The Bagdogra
airport is connected to Gangtok by a helicopter service operating between
Gangtok and Bagdogra.
Rail: Visitors can travel by rail from Kolkata up to New Jalpaiguri.
Gangtok is about 15-km by road from this place. Taxis are available at the
station for hire.
Road: Gangtok is well connected with other parts of Sikkim and the
country by weather metaled roads.
Accommodation
Accommodation is not available at the valley. One can stay at Lachung,
which is about an hour away from the valley. There are hotels, Lodges and
tourist hostels in Lachung but not as compared to other destinations in
Sikkim.
