West Sikkim · Overnight hub
Pelling
The closest dawn view of Kanchenjunga, a glass skywalk and 300-year-old monasteries.
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- Altitude 7,200 ft
- From Gangtok 125 km · 5–6 hrs (via Temi and Ravangla)
- Best months October–December and March–May
- Stay Overnight hub
1. Why visit Pelling and what to expect
Pelling is the West Sikkim hub at 7,200 ft where hotel balconies face Kanchenjunga at sunrise. The Glass Skywalk and Chenrezig statue, Pemayangtse Monastery, Rabdentse palace ruins, Khecheopalri Lake and the Kanchenjunga and Rimbi waterfalls fill two days, with no permit for Indian citizens and no altitude worries.
Top sights
- Pelling Glass Skywalk and 137 ft Chenrezig statue
- Pemayangtse Monastery (1705)
- Rabdentse palace ruins
- Sangachoeling Monastery
- Kanchenjunga Falls and Rimbi Waterfall
- Singshore suspension bridge
- Darap cherry village
2. Getting there and where you sleep
| Altitude | 7,200 ft |
|---|---|
| From Gangtok | 125 km · 5–6 hrs (via Temi and Ravangla) |
| Stay | Overnight hub |
| Checkpost / timing rule | No permit. Skywalk ticket ₹100, open 8:00 AM–5:00 PM. |
| Monsoon (Jul–Sep) | Safe to visit |
| Winter (Dec–Feb) | Open; clear skies, cold nights |
Mountain roads in Sikkim average 20–28 km/h. Google Maps times are optimistic; use ours.
3. Permit, ID and medical checklist
4. Where to stay in Pelling
6 properties from ₹808 to ₹2,593 per night for two.
Jain Group Hotel Sonamchen
3-Star Budget Hotel · Upper Pelling, Near Old Helipad Area, Pelling, Sikkim 737113
- Free Breakfast
- Pure Veg & Jain Food
- Helipad Sunrise View
- Wi-Fi
₹808 / night ≈ ₹404 per person, twin share
Rufina Palm Bliss, Pelling
3-Star Hotel · Pelling-Rimbi Rd, Pelling City, Sikkim 737113
- Free Breakfast
- Mountain View Balcony
- Restaurant
- Wi-Fi
₹1,592 / night ≈ ₹796 per person, twin share
Voyage Dream Villa Retreat
4-Star Resort · Pelling-Rimbi Rd, Pelling City, Sikkim 737113
- Free Breakfast
- Pool
- Hot Tub
- Free Wi-Fi
- Free Parking
₹1,955 / night ≈ ₹978 per person, twin share
Magellan's The Golden Retreat, Pelling
3-Star Hotel · 1 Rimbi Road, Upper Pelling, Sikkim 737113
- Upper Pelling Kanchenjunga View
- Restaurant
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
₹2,121 / night ≈ ₹1,061 per person, twin share
Valmere Magnolia Boutique Hotel & Spa
4-Star Boutique Hotel · Pelling-Rimbi Rd, Lower Pelling, Sikkim 737113
- Kanchenjunga View Balconies
- Spa
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Free Wi-Fi
₹2,280 / night ≈ ₹1,140 per person, twin share
Udaan Hotel Pine Crest, Pelling
4-Star Pure Veg Hotel · Pelling-Rimbi Rd, Pelling City, Sikkim 737113
- Free Breakfast
- Pure Veg Restaurant
- Bar
- Kanchenjunga View
- Wi-Fi
₹2,593 / night ≈ ₹1,297 per person, twin share
Pelling FAQs
Which is better, Pelling or North Sikkim?
North Sikkim is for snow and high-altitude lakes; Pelling is for close Kanchenjunga views, heritage monasteries and gentle roads. Families with small children or seniors usually prefer Pelling.
How do I reach Pelling from Bagdogra?
About 135 km and 5 to 5.5 hours via Melli, Jorethang and Legship. From Gangtok it is 125 km, best done as a sightseeing transfer through Temi Tea Garden and Ravangla.
Where should I stay in Pelling for the view?
Upper or Middle Pelling hotels with Kanchenjunga-facing balconies, such as Udaan Pine Crest or Valmere Magnolia.
Keep exploring
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Khecheopalri Lake
The sacred wish-fulfilling lake where birds keep the water free of leaves.
