Circuit · Sikkim
South Sikkim
Ravangla's Buddha Park and the tea-garden south.
- Places
- 1
- Altitude
- 2,100–2,200 m
- Fly / train to
- Bagdogra / NJP
- Daily spend
- about ₹2,500
When to go
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Best for most places here: Mar, Apr, May, Oct, Nov, Dec. Each place here needs 3 days on the ground; places in one circuit share travel days, so pair two or three.
Places in this circuit
What to pack for South Sikkim
Everything the places in this circuit call for, most widely needed first. Each place's page has its full list with reasons.
- Fleece or light sweater
- Sun cap or hat
- Comfortable walking shoes with grip
- Day pack, 20–30 litres
- Water bottles, 2 litres in total
- Sunscreen, SPF 50
- Small first-aid kit and your own medicines
- Motion-sickness bands or tablets
- Power bank
- Light travel tripod
- Spare memory card and camera battery
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South Sikkim: questions people ask
Which places are in the South Sikkim circuit?
The South Sikkim circuit in Sikkim covers Ravangla. They share a gateway, so two or three are usually combined in one trip.
What is the best time to visit South Sikkim?
March to May and October to December suit most places in South Sikkim. Individual places differ, so check each one.
How do you reach South Sikkim?
Travel to Bagdogra / NJP, then continue by road.
How much does a South Sikkim trip cost per day?
About ₹2,500 per person per day on the ground for a mid-range trip, averaged across the places in this circuit.
Which is the easiest place in South Sikkim, and which is the highest?
Ravangla is the easiest (easy). Ravangla is the highest at 2,200 m.