Zuluk is a hamlet located at foothills of Himalayas in East Sikkim. The famous Zig-Zag road of Old Slik Route starts upward from Zuluk. This place is close to India-China border. Tourist stays here for accommodation before taking high-altitude roads of Silk Route. Tourists enjoy spectacular view of sun rays illuminating from snow covered Kanchenjungha peak at Zuluk. Zuluk has been making Old Silk Route tour more popular among tourists.
How to reach:
Siliguri or Bagdogra to Kalimpong or Gangtok; Kalimpong to Zuluk it takes around 3.5 hrs, approx 87 Km. Gangtok to Zuluk is around 78Km, takes around 3.5 hrs.
Nearby Places to Stay/Visit:
Rolep, Phadamchen, Gnathang, Pedong, Sillery Gaon; Tsongmo Lake, Kupup Lake, Elephanta Lake, Tukla Valley, Baba Mandir, Thambi View Point, The zig-zag road
Things to Enjoy:
Natural beauty, rich variety of birds, fresh and calm hilly village on Old Silk Route circuit, snowfall in winter
Activity:
Sunrise, bird watching, nature walk
Accommodation:
Home Stays.
Facility:
Basic and limited as it’s a remote high-altitude village.
Food and Beverage:
Limited option.
Altitude:
Around 10000 feet.
Located:
India -> SIKKIM -> East Sikkim -> Zuluk
Climate:
Summer 2ºC to 13ºC, winter -5ºC to 7ºC.
Best time to go:
August and September, Zuluk is drenched with different wild flower. May to July rainy season remains foggy. January to April valley remains under cover of snow.