East SikkimBest season
East Sikkim in April
Pleasant, about 9–20°C in Gangtok
One of the best months. Rhododendrons flower on the way to Tsomgo, roads are usually open and the Silk Route is green and clear in the mornings.
Where to go
Our picks for April
Sikkim's capital on a ridge above the Ranikhola valley
A glacial lake at 3,753 m on the road to Nathu La
The border pass at 4,310 m on the old road to Lhasa
Hairpin bends and homestays on the old Silk Route
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Packages
Routes at their best in April
Questions travellers ask
Good to know
Is April a good time to visit East Sikkim?
One of the best months. Rhododendrons flower on the way to Tsomgo, roads are usually open and the Silk Route is green and clear in the mornings.
What is the weather like in East Sikkim in April?
Pleasant, about 9–20°C in Gangtok. Conditions differ by altitude and coast, so check the forecast for each stop a week before you travel.
Where should we go in East Sikkim in April?
We suggest Gangtok, Tsomgo Lake, Nathu La, Zuluk. Start early on permit days; spring haze and cloud build after midday.