North Sikkim · Day excursion · sleep in Lachung
Zero Point
Yumesamdong, where the civilian road ends at 15,300 ft — near-guaranteed snow in spring.
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- Altitude 15,300 ft
- From Gangtok 153 km · two days via Lachung
- Best months March–May and October–December
- Stay Day excursion · sleep in Lachung
1. Why visit Zero Point and what to expect
Zero Point is 25 km beyond Yumthang at the end of the civilian road near the Tibet border, with snowfields most of the year and a three-river confluence. It is an optional extension paid on the spot in Lachung (₹3,500–₹4,000 per vehicle), and the thin air makes it unsuitable for small children or anyone with breathing trouble.
Top sights
- Yumesamdong snow fields
- Three rivers confluence
- Dongkiala range view
- Yak grazing tundra
- Roadside Maggi and tea stalls
2. Getting there and where you sleep
| Altitude | 15,300 ft |
|---|---|
| From Gangtok | 153 km · two days via Lachung |
| Stay | Day excursion · sleep in Lachung — Lachung guide |
| Checkpost / timing rule | PAP + local Zero Point supplement (₹3,500–₹4,000 per vehicle, cash) arranged by the Lachung driver. Indians only in practice. |
| Monsoon (Jul–Sep) | Avoid — landslide closures |
| Winter (Dec–Feb) | Often blocked in peak January snow |
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 (base: Lachung)
9 properties from ₹1,141 to ₹7,684 per night for two.
Rufina Lachung Deezong
3-Star Hotel · Lachung, North Sikkim 737120
- Free Breakfast
- Early Morning Tea & Breakfast for Zero Point
₹1,438 / night ≈ ₹719 per person, twin share
The Lume Hotels, Beechu Lachung
3-Star Mountain Hotel · Beechu, Lachung (On Route to Yumthang & Zero Point), Sikkim 737120
- Free Breakfast
- Free Wi-Fi
- Fitness Center
- Mountain View
₹2,209 / night ≈ ₹1,105 per person, twin share
Udaan Metho Pelri Resort (Zero Point Base - Lachung)
4-Star Resort · Sharchok, Lachung, North Sikkim 737120
- Pure Veg Dining
- Zero Point Permit Assistance
- Heated Rooms
₹7,242 / night ≈ ₹3,621 per person, twin share
Lachung, North Sikkim
Divine's The Elite Zong
3-Star Hotel · Sharchok, Shakothang Road, Lachung, Sikkim 737120
- Free Breakfast
- Free Wi-Fi
- Free Parking
- Restaurant
₹1,141 / night ≈ ₹571 per person, twin share
Lachung, North Sikkim
Rufina Lachung Deezong
3-Star Hotel · MPQW+35, Lachung, North Sikkim 737120
- Free Breakfast
- Restaurant
- Room Service
- Parking
₹1,438 / night ≈ ₹719 per person, twin share
Lachung, North Sikkim
Verdant The Lush Gateway
Boutique Mountain Hotel · Katao Road, Lachung, North Sikkim 737120
- 24x7 Hot Water
- Pure Veg Dining
- Balcony Mountain View
- Wi-Fi
₹2,241 / night ≈ ₹1,121 per person, twin share
Lachung, North Sikkim
Magellan's The Golden Bridge, Lachung
4-Star Hotel · Shakothang Road, Lachung, North Sikkim 737120
- Restaurant
- Free Wi-Fi
- Free Parking
- Yumthang Trip Base
₹2,421 / night ≈ ₹1,211 per person, twin share
Lachung, North Sikkim
Udaan Metho Pelri Resort, Lachung
4-Star Pure Veg Resort · Sharchok, Lachung, North Sikkim 737120
- Pure Veg Restaurant
- Bar
- Free Wi-Fi
- Free Parking
- Heated Beds
₹7,242 / night ≈ ₹3,621 per person, twin share
Lachung, North Sikkim
Yashshree Lachung
4-Star Mountain Hotel · Near Upper Monastery, Lachung, North Sikkim 737120
- Bed Heating Pads
- Room Heaters
- Free Breakfast
- Waterfall View
₹7,684 / night ≈ ₹3,842 per person, twin share
Zero Point FAQs
Why is Zero Point an extra charge?
Standard North Sikkim packages end at Yumthang. The 25 km beyond needs a local union vehicle supplement and fuel surcharge of ₹3,500–₹4,000 per SUV, paid in cash in Lachung.
Is there snow at Zero Point in May?
Usually yes: snow patches remain in May and early June, and it is reliably snow-covered from November to April.
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