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Features
Sikkim is a paradise for tourists who want to spend some time with
nature. There are various spots that can be found in Sikkim. There are
several adventure sports offered in the state of Sikkim to attract more
tourists in its path.
The various
adrenaline raising adventure sports offered in Sikkim are trekking,
mountaineering, mountain biking, river rafting, yak safaris, kayaking,
gliding, angling, fishing, etc. The topography of the state includes of
mighty mountains, tantalizing trails, fantastic floral and fabulous
fauna.
Adventure
Tours
Sikkim is snuggled amidst snow clad mountains and is an ideal
destination for adventure enthusiasts and trekkers. The Kanchenjunga
and other various mountain peaks offer excellent mountaineering
opportunities. Expeditions such as mountaineering and trekking require
adequate planning and local government entails royalty on few mountain
peaks.
These snow clad
mountains are indeed very beautiful, but are also myriad challenges for
mountaineers. However, this cannot hinder the enthusiasts from delving
into it and exploring.
The equipments
required for mountaineering are Crampons with front points, plastic
boots, mountaineering ice-axe, mountaineering harness, climbing sling,
prussic loops, two locking carabiners, telescopic ski-sticks and
climbing helmet.
Some of the
prominent peaks are Kanchenjunga, Kirat Chulior Tent Peak, Sinolchu and
Kabru. The appropriate time for mountaineering is between April to
November and December to March.
Sikkim offers a
refreshing trek as it bestows with invoking views of the magnificent
Himalayas, green woodland, fragrant orchards and lush meadows. Yuksom,
Bakhim, Dzongri provides trekkers with amazing views of sunset and
sunrise.
The Kchecheopari
and Pelling are the significant trekking places in Sikkim. Other treks
include Singalila, Greenlake and Yumesmdong trek. The best season for
trekking is from Mid February to May and from October to December.
River Rafting routes and other water activities such as Kayaking and
Mountain Biking are other excellent adventure tours luring the tourists
to exhibit their energy.
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