North SikkimBest season
North Sikkim in April
Cool and fresher, showers in the afternoon
The rhododendrons begin flowering at Yumthang from mid-April. This is one of the two best months, and also one of the busiest.
Where to go
Our picks for April
Rhododendron meadows at 3,564 m, with Zero Point above
A wooden mountain village at the gate to Yumthang and Zero Point
The quiet overnight stop below Thangu and Gurudongmar
A sacred lake at about 5,430 m on the edge of the Tibetan plateau
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Packages
Routes at their best in April
Questions travellers ask
Good to know
Is April a good time to visit North Sikkim?
The rhododendrons begin flowering at Yumthang from mid-April. This is one of the two best months, and also one of the busiest.
What is the weather like in North Sikkim in April?
Cool and fresher, showers in the afternoon. Conditions differ by altitude and coast, so check the forecast for each stop a week before you travel.
Where should we go in North Sikkim in April?
We suggest Yumthang Valley, Lachung, Lachen, Gurudongmar Lake. Book Lachung rooms early for Easter and the Bengali New Year holidays.