Pelling is a hilly town located in West Sikkim. Pelling is situated more close to the Himalayas and the Kanchanjangha range than any other places of this area. Also offers spectacular wide view of Kanchanjangha rang, for these the hilly town of Sikkim has been a great attraction of mountain lovers. Apart from magnificent Kanchanjangha Pelling has been quite attractive among tourists for dense alpine plantation, many waterfalls and natural beauty.
How to reach:
Siliguri to Pelling it takes around 5.5 hrs, approx 131 Km. Gangtok to Pelling is around 117Km, takes around 4.5 hrs.
Near by Places to Stay/Visit:
Rin Chen Pong, Uttarey, Kaluk
Things to Enjoy:
Natural beauty, Pemayangste Monastery, Sanga Choling Monastery, Singshore Bridge, the Chhange Waterfalls, Khechuperi Lake, Kanchanjangha Festival, Rimbi falls, Kanchanjangha Falls
Activity:
Water rafting on the Rangit, kayaking, low-altitude trekking, mountain biking, sightseeing, bird watching, traditional sports, nature walk
Accommodation:
Many Hotels, Resorts and Tourists Lodge available serving wide budget range.
Facility:
Standard facility can be availed.
Food and Beverage:
As per order and availability. Standard service available.
Altitude:
Around 7200 feet.
Located:
India -> SIKKIM -> West Sikkim -> Pelling
Climate:
Summer 11ºC to 24ºC, winter -4ºC to 10ºC.
Best time to go:
September end to April, January and February remains quite chilly