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Dzongri vs Gangtok

Pick Dzongri for

nature, adventure, photography, fewer people

Pick Gangtok for

family trips, first-timers, couples, an easier walk, fewer days

Dzongri compared with Gangtok
DzongriGangtok
RegionSikkim, Khangchendzonga National ParkSikkim, East Sikkim
Highest point4,170 m2,100 m
DifficultyModerateEasy
Trek distanceabout 40 kmNo trek needed
Days on the ground7–83–4
Best monthsMar, Apr, May, Oct, NovMar, Apr, May, Oct, Nov, Dec
Snow likelyDec, Jan, Feb, MarRarely
Crowds in seasonModerateBusy
Daily spendabout ₹2,800about ₹3,000
GatewayBagdogra / NJPBagdogra / NJP
With kidsNot advisedGreat
With seniorsNot advisedGreat
PermitsKhangchendzonga National Park permit through the operator.None for Indian citizens. Foreign nationals need a Sikkim Restricted Area Permit.

Dzongri: when to go

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BestPossibleNot recommended❄︎Snow likely

Gangtok: when to go

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BestPossibleNot recommended❄︎Snow likely
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