top of page

Day Walks around Rinchenpong - West Sikkim
Rhododendron Trail

Difficulty
Grade 2
Dates
March 30 - 3 April, 2023


Duration
5 days

AIRPORT
Bagdogra
Rinchenpong is located in West Sikkim close to the Sikkim and Nepal border. There are multiple day walks offering an opportunity to experience the flora and fauna of the region as well as its unique culture. Through the trip one can gain amazing views dominated by Kanchenjunga, India’s highest mountain. Rhododendron’s are dominant in this regions and tend to bloom in the last two weeks of March.
Rhododendron Trail
Gallery
![]() Rinchenpong 1700m is a remote hamlet in West Sikkim. Its know for its natural beauty, age old monasteries and views of Kanchenjunga | ![]() On the trail to Resum Monastery | ![]() Resum Monastery |
---|---|---|
![]() Trek to age old monasteries and villages situated at high points offering grand views | ![]() | ![]() The region is home to various type of orchids |
![]() The Ranidunga trek starts from the the Pelling Sky Walk | ![]() Ranidhunga trek is located around Pelling and is a gradual climb to a stunning view point | ![]() Towards the end of March rhododendron are expected to be in bloom |
![]() At this time of the year the hillsides are a riot of colour |
bottom of page