East sikkim tour plan - zuluk silk route

After breakfast, start for Aritar Tour just on top of Lampokhri Lake [Altitude of Aritar 1,498 m]. This lake is the highest lake with a boating facility in Sikkim. Enjoy the boating in Post Lunch session. Enroute Sightseeing to Mankhim Temple, Mankhim View Point, Aritar Monastery and Aritar Dakbunglow. Overnight Stay at HomeStay in Aritar / Mankhim

The most important day of your Silk Route Complete Package 5N/6D. Start your Zuluk Tour after breakfast via Rongli Dam and Lingtam Monastery. Keukhela Falls is the last stop before reaching zuluk.

Rongli [Altitude : 5200 ft.] Rongli is a small township in east Sikkim located on the river Rongli. There is also where the inner line permit to visit Nathula was granted.

Rongli Dam: The Rongli Dam is a concrete structure on the Rongli River with a height 41m. It can hold up to 45,200 cubic metres of water.

Lingtam [Altitude: 5082 ft.] Lingtam, a small village located at 5000 feet above sea level is next to the Rongli permit area. The village is known for its peaceful, sunny weather. Lingtam Monestry is also worth a visit.

Keukhela Falls: The Keukhela Falls or Kali Khola Falls are located between Lingtam & Padamchen on the old Silk Route. This 100m high fall is surrounded by beautiful scenery. Reach zuluk before lunch.

Zuluk [Altitude 7000 ft.] is a small village in East Sikkim. It's part of the Old Silk Route, 10000 ft. high above sea level. The beauty of the Himalayas, its virgin nature, and the unspoiled natural environment has made it a popular tourist destination. You may have seen the sun rise on the sea or the snow-capped mountains from your hotel room window. Overnight stay at Zuluk Homestay

Sunrise at Lungthung Viewpoint. After breakfast, drive to Nathan Valley day trip via Zig Zag Road, Thambi Viewpoint, Lungthung viewpoint, Tukla Valley view, Jelep la Pass view, and Yak Golf Course

Zig Zag Road (Bhulbhuliya) - Zig Zag Road is unique in Sikkim. This spiral road is one of the most dangerous in the world, with almost 32 hairpin bends. Every hairpin bend offers a spectacular view of Zuluk.

NatureWings offers a tour of the east sikkim region, including a zig-zag route.

Thambi Viewpoint (Altitude: 11200 ft.) - Located 14 km away from Zuluk, at an elevation of 11200ft, Thambi viewpoint provides a magnificent view of Mt Kanchenjhangha as well as another snow-capped mountain. This is a must see spot located on a hairpin bend called bhulbhuliya or zigzag.

Lungthung [Altitude : 11,500 ft.] Lungthung, a small village situated at an altitude of 11,600ft along the old Silk Route offers a panoramic views of Mt Kanchenjhangha.

Tukla Valley (Altitude: 12500 ft.) - This valley is located at 11600 ft. and has a memorial to the British soldiers who fought during the War of Tukla.

Jeelpla Pass View (Altitude: 13,999 feet) - Jeelp la pass, which is also known as The Lovely Level Pass and is located in the Tukla Valley at an elevation of nearly 14000ft. This mountain pass is located between India and Tibet Autonomous Region in China. It connects India directly to Lhasa, Tibet. Ancient traders on the Silk Route used it. It is the easiest of all the passes in Sikkim, despite being higher than Nathula Pass. The pass is now prohibited to civilians.

Old Baba Mandir (Altitude: 13,123 feet) - Old Baba Mandir was built in honor of Baba Harbhajan Singh, the martyred soldier of 23 regiments from the Indian Army. The original bunker where Baba stayed in 1962 during the Indo-China War is still standing. The Indian Army maintains the temple. Reach Gnathan Valley before lunch.

Nathang Valley (Altitude: 13,200 feet) is often called "Ladakh in East India". Nathang Valley, located at 13,000 feet above sea level and surrounded by mountains and snow-capped hills is one of Old Silk Route Tour's most beautiful locations. Nathang Valley has the most picturesque destination on the Old Silk Route. On this vast, flat plain of nothingness, prayer flags and few streams cross the valley. Nathang Valley changes colors throughout the year. It appears golden in autumn when the grass is dried up. In the rainy seasons, it is covered with flowers. And in winter, it's buried under 5 feet of snow. Return to Zuluk Homestay for Night Stay after a full-day excursion.

After breakfast, head to Rongpokhola. This is a beautiful place with a flowing river and lush vegetation. Rongpokhola offers a warm welcome from the locals. They will share their home-cooked meals, made with organic vegetables and fruits picked in the backyard. This little hamlet is a great destination for everyone, from 8 to 80. Whether you are an adventurer or nature lover, this place will be a hit with all. NatureWings offers a Rongpokhola Tour package that includes Trout Fishing and Swimming in the Rongpo River. You can also enjoy bird watching, hiking in the forest, or a barbeque at a campfire in the cold winter. The most popular activity on a Rongpokhola Tour, aside from the above activities, is to gaze at the beautiful jewel-blue river water. Overnight stay at Rongpokhola homestay.

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