Sikkim

Tucked away in the foothills of the Himalayas, Sikkim the 22nd state of India came into existence with effect from 26th April, 1975. It is considered a Himalayan wonderland with its lovely views and exotic orchids, and its forest-trails. A virtual Shangrila overlooked by Mt. Kanchenjunga, the world's third highest peak, Sikkim is attractive equally for the sightseer, the adventure sports enthusiast and those interested in Buddhism and tibetology.

Sikkim has been divided into four districts and each district has further been bifurcated into two sub-divisions for administrative purpose. Sikkim state being a part of inner mountain ranges of Himalayas, is hilly having varied elevation ranging from 300 to 8540 meters. 

Location 
Sikkim is a very small hilly state in the Eastern Himalayas, extending approximately 114 Kms from north to south and 64Kms from east to west, surrounded by vast stretches of Tibetan Plateau in the North, Chumbi Valley of Tibet and the kingdom of Bhutan in the east, Darjeeling district of West Bengal in the south and the kingdom in Nepal in the west . The state being a part of inner ranges of the mountains of Himalayaa has no open valley and no plains but carried elevations ranging from 300 to 8583 mtrs above means sea level consisting of lower hill, middle and higher hills, alpine zones and snow bound land, the highest elevation 8583 mtrs. being the top of the Mt. Kangchendzonga itself. 

Major adventure sports sites of Sikkim

Trekking in Sikkim

North Sikkim trekking expedition to Green - Lake 
Perhaps the most beautiful of the districts, the north offers an exquisite experience for the lover of nature and alpine scenery. Yumthang alone is enough to satiate the most demanding, with it's panoramic valley of flowers. During springtime the lush meadows abound with delicate wildflowers that carpet the valley floor in a rich riot of colors. A must-see here are the hot springs and the vibrant Sikkimese tribal culture and customs. 
                                     

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River Rafting in Sikkim 
River rafting enthusiasts have two rivers the Teesta and Rangit gushing through paradise country. The Teesta (also spelt as Tista) experience takes one rafting from Makha down to Sirwani and Sirwani to Rangpo. The Rangit (also spelt as Rangeet) expedition is from Sikip to Nayabazar to Melli. 

Beginners as well as experienced adventurers can seek the assistance of the Department of Tourism and travel agents for arranging river-rafting trips.

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