Sikkim Via Bagdogra in January'08

paddyindian · Nov 2nd, 2007, 07:17

Hello all, my first post on India Mike. We will be a group of six including my parents travelling to Sikkim in January 2008. We are flying into Bagdorga with Air Deccan at 09:30 in the morning. Does anyone know how fog affects this airport and what chances are for cancellation of the flight? Also any suggestions on decent mid range hotels in Gangtok. I have a few in mind, Hotel NewCAstle (little over the budget), Hotel Delamere, Mintokling Guest House, and The Oriental. But other names are welcome. Is it worth visiting Pelling for overnight trip from Gangtok?Also planning to stay overnight in Mirik at the Orange Country Retreat but what is the best way to book them? Thanks

arunchs · Nov 2nd, 2007, 09:34

Mintokling has been my favourite. It is a nice place with nice people. Take it.

Brisso · Nov 2nd, 2007, 09:41

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Originally Posted by paddyindian

Hello all, my first post on India Mike. We will be a group of six including my parents travelling to Sikkim in January 2008. We are flying into Bagdorga with Air Deccan at 09:30 in the morning. Does anyone know how fog affects this airport and what chances are for cancellation of the flight? Also any suggestions on decent mid range hotels in Gangtok. I have a few in mind, Hotel NewCAstle (little over the budget), Hotel Delamere, Mintokling Guest House, and The Oriental. But other names are welcome. Is it worth visiting Pelling for overnight trip from Gangtok?Also planning to stay overnight in Mirik at the Orange Country Retreat but what is the best way to book them? Thanks

You should devote a couple of days to Pelling - to see the historic monasteries, have views of Kuchenunga (sp?)and maybe visit Tashiding or Lake Ketcheperi. However an afternoon will let you see the monasteries, and weather permitting the tall peaks.

paddyindian · Nov 3rd, 2007, 07:14

Thanks Arun and Brisso, Mintokling sounds good. But now I quite want to go to Pelling too. Thinking of the following trip. Bagdorga - Pelling (2nts) - Gangtok (1nt) - Mirik (1nt) - NJP. Is that a practical order or Gangtok first and then Pelling? Anybody stayed in Tashi Gang or Bliss Resort in Pelling?

jyotirmoy · Nov 3rd, 2007, 10:50

You can do that in any order. Bagdogra-Pelling-Gangtok or Bagdogra-Gangtok-Pelling.
The Sikkim tourism's hotel in Pelling is located in a very nice spot. The view of Kanchenjungha from this hotel is great.
See if you can fit in Raibangla too. The views from Raibangla is real awsome.

paddyindian · Nov 9th, 2007, 04:18

I was expecting a few more replies. I need to book soon, so please please I need some more recomendation for accomodation in Pelling. I am looking for mid range hotel with great views. Thanks

Brisso · Nov 9th, 2007, 06:41

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Originally Posted by paddyindian

I was expecting a few more replies. I need to book soon, so please please I need some more recomendation for accomodation in Pelling. I am looking for mid range hotel with great views. Thanks

Hotel Garuda - upper Pelling is a clean budget option 250rups

TrekkerEH · Nov 12th, 2007, 20:37

Hi
Mintokling,is a very descent Guest house will excellent view and rooms are very cozy and well decorated.

Delamere is a boutique hotel, with good rooms and decor,

both of these hotels are recommended.

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Originally Posted by paddyindian

Hello all, my first post on India Mike. We will be a group of six including my parents travelling to Sikkim in January 2008. We are flying into Bagdorga with Air Deccan at 09:30 in the morning. Does anyone know how fog affects this airport and what chances are for cancellation of the flight? Also any suggestions on decent mid range hotels in Gangtok. I have a few in mind, Hotel NewCAstle (little over the budget), Hotel Delamere, Mintokling Guest House, and The Oriental. But other names are welcome. Is it worth visiting Pelling for overnight trip from Gangtok?Also planning to stay overnight in Mirik at the Orange Country Retreat but what is the best way to book them? Thanks

TrekkerEH · Nov 13th, 2007, 11:23

Hi, In Pelling, you can stay with hotel TAKURA in lower Pelling, the rooms offer excellent view of the Khanchenjunga range and the room rent starts from Rs.750.00

paddyindian · Dec 1st, 2007, 18:04

Have booked Tashi Gang Resort near Gaeysing for two nights and Tashi Gang Hotel in Yuksom for one night and then coming and staying in Snagrila Regency in Darjeeling for one night. Now the problem is when we applied for our Indian Visa we were not given the innerline permit. Is there any counter issuing it in Bagdorga Airport or can it be obtained at Jorethang or Melli Bazar crossing?

Sradha Sharma · Dec 4th, 2007, 12:03

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Originally Posted by paddyindian

Have booked Tashi Gang Resort near Gaeysing for two nights and Tashi Gang Hotel in Yuksom for one night and then coming and staying in Snagrila Regency in Darjeeling for one night. Now the problem is when we applied for our Indian Visa we were not given the innerline permit. Is there any counter issuing it in Bagdorga Airport or can it be obtained at Jorethang or Melli Bazar crossing?

Hi! there,
I’am glad that you are making a trip to Sikkim… I’am sure u’ll enjoy it. Ok firstly don’t worry about the inner permit u’ll get that in Siliguri, that’s where Bagdogra airport is. Check this link for further info on the same http://www.sikkiminfo.net/travel_guide.htm . Tashi Gang Resort I hear is good… have not been there myself but have see the location…. So I guess no prob there. Just ensure you calculate enough time at Siliguri to get your inner permit done. What time are you landing? You’ll have to drive 3-4 hrs to reach Pelling from Siliguri. Hey I am glad that you are going to Jorthang…. Not too many people go there. When u are at Jorthang see if you can visit Chakung (45 mins from Jorething) it is a charming & beautiful village. U get a 306 degree view of the surrounding hills from there.

Have a lovely trip and let me know if I can help with more.

Regards,

backpakker · Dec 4th, 2007, 17:51

Hi,

My suggestion would be to look at Bagdogra-Pelling-Gangtok . It will take about 4-5 hours by road. We stayed in Norbu Gang in Pelling and Hidden forest Retreat in gangtok..its slightly away from the city, but beautiful

You can see my blog and my sikkim post for details
http://backpakker.blogspot.com/search/label/Sikkim

backpakker · Dec 4th, 2007, 18:06

Hi,
You will get that at Bagdogra , at the airport . I have not stayed at Tashi Gang but at Norbu Gang in Pelling. It takes about 4-5 hours from Bagdogra by road and it gets dark very quickly ..so pls factor in that .Yuksom and pelling are very beautiful and if you need any help, pls let me know. You can also read my post on Sikkim in my blog for any info

www.backpakker.blogspot.com

DrDatura · Dec 4th, 2007, 18:52

I've thought about going from Darjeeling area to Gangtok in mid-January, but now I'm wondering about the cold. What are the day and night temperatures? How much snow?

At that time of year, would climate conditions in eastern Nepal (and even as far as Kathmandu) be similar to southern Sikkim? I'm not planning to go on a trek, just thinking of spending a few days at the lower elevations.

backpakker · Dec 4th, 2007, 19:15

well, it may not be freezing in Gangtok..but if you are getting into Nathula and Tsango, pls be prepared for the cold

Nov 2nd, 2007, 07:17	#1
paddyindian Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: London,UK Posts: 7	Sikkim Via Bagdogra in January'08 Hello all, my first post on India Mike. We will be a group of six including my parents travelling to Sikkim in January 2008. We are flying into Bagdorga with Air Deccan at 09:30 in the morning. Does anyone know how fog affects this airport and what chances are for cancellation of the flight? Also any suggestions on decent mid range hotels in Gangtok. I have a few in mind, Hotel NewCAstle (little over the budget), Hotel Delamere, Mintokling Guest House, and The Oriental. But other names are welcome. Is it worth visiting Pelling for overnight trip from Gangtok?Also planning to stay overnight in Mirik at the Orange Country Retreat but what is the best way to book them? Thanks Last edited by machadinha : Nov 3rd, 2007 at 08:00. Reason: fixed title

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DrDatura Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Asia Posts: 6	How cold in Gangtok in January? I've thought about going from Darjeeling area to Gangtok in mid-January, but now I'm wondering about the cold. What are the day and night temperatures? How much snow? At that time of year, would climate conditions in eastern Nepal (and even as far as Kathmandu) be similar to southern Sikkim? I'm not planning to go on a trek, just thinking of spending a few days at the lower elevations.

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backpakker Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Bangalore Posts: 164	well, it may not be freezing in Gangtok..but if you are getting into Nathula and Tsango, pls be prepared for the cold __________________ www.backpakker.blogspot.com

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Nov 3rd, 2007, 07:14	#4
paddyindian Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: London,UK Posts: 7	Thanks Arun and Brisso, Mintokling sounds good. But now I quite want to go to Pelling too. Thinking of the following trip. Bagdorga - Pelling (2nts) - Gangtok (1nt) - Mirik (1nt) - NJP. Is that a practical order or Gangtok first and then Pelling? Anybody stayed in Tashi Gang or Bliss Resort in Pelling?

Nov 3rd, 2007, 10:50	#5
jyotirmoy Maha Guru Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: India Posts: 4,621	You can do that in any order. Bagdogra-Pelling-Gangtok or Bagdogra-Gangtok-Pelling. The Sikkim tourism's hotel in Pelling is located in a very nice spot. The view of Kanchenjungha from this hotel is great. See if you can fit in Raibangla too. The views from Raibangla is real awsome.

Nov 9th, 2007, 04:18	#6
paddyindian Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: London,UK Posts: 7	I was expecting a few more replies. I need to book soon, so please please I need some more recomendation for accomodation in Pelling. I am looking for mid range hotel with great views. Thanks

Nov 13th, 2007, 11:23	#9
TrekkerEH Account Closed Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Mecheda Posts: 6	Hi, In Pelling, you can stay with hotel TAKURA in lower Pelling, the rooms offer excellent view of the Khanchenjunga range and the room rent starts from Rs.750.00

Dec 1st, 2007, 18:04	#10
paddyindian Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: London,UK Posts: 7	Have booked Tashi Gang Resort near Gaeysing for two nights and Tashi Gang Hotel in Yuksom for one night and then coming and staying in Snagrila Regency in Darjeeling for one night. Now the problem is when we applied for our Indian Visa we were not given the innerline permit. Is there any counter issuing it in Bagdorga Airport or can it be obtained at Jorethang or Melli Bazar crossing?

Dec 4th, 2007, 17:51	#12
backpakker Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Bangalore Posts: 164	Hi, My suggestion would be to look at Bagdogra-Pelling-Gangtok . It will take about 4-5 hours by road. We stayed in Norbu Gang in Pelling and Hidden forest Retreat in gangtok..its slightly away from the city, but beautiful You can see my blog and my sikkim post for details http://backpakker.blogspot.com/search/label/Sikkim

Dec 4th, 2007, 18:06	#13
backpakker Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Bangalore Posts: 164	Hi, You will get that at Bagdogra , at the airport . I have not stayed at Tashi Gang but at Norbu Gang in Pelling. It takes about 4-5 hours from Bagdogra by road and it gets dark very quickly ..so pls factor in that .Yuksom and pelling are very beautiful and if you need any help, pls let me know. You can also read my post on Sikkim in my blog for any info www.backpakker.blogspot.com

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