North Sikkim Trip with Yak and Yeti.

“North Sikkim Trip”

Reviewed 7 September 2015

we visited north sikkim with yak and yeti.i would not want to elaborate on the trip much over here as that would be unfair to the company.but something happened but overall i am very satisfied with satish and his company as if somebody learns from his mistake then i know he will not commit it in the future. satish was graceous enough to look after us after the initial problems we had and the total trip was completed in decent manner.

Visited October 2014 

North Sikkim sharing tour package to Yumgthang valley Zero point Lachen Gurudongmar Lachung Yumesamdong

The shared trip cost for two nights three days to North Sikkim can vary depending upon your tour operator and the services they can offer including that of their assistance before your arrival to Sikkim.

There will be about ten passengers along with you in a shared jeep like TATA Sumo or Mahindra Maxx- Non AC which departs at 9.30 AM or bit later (depending upon other traveler arrives on time). The accommodation in shared tour to North Sikkim are just moderate to basic with attached bath and running hot and cold water. 

The room heaters are not included, however warm blankets are adequately provided with simple both veg and on veg meals. Visit to Zero point- Yumesamdong does not come as a part of the package. 
An additional charge in order to visit Zero point (depending upon the road conditions) can be further booked with your driver. Shared tour to North Sikkim can be too adventurous and generally not comfortable given the conditions of the hotels and vehicle. 

This trip can be full of fun meeting new people and to get to experience an upbeat-stay; an overall a rustic experience. You are likely to meet a life long friend on this trip, if you are lucky! 

For further details contact sikkim@yahoo.com

Tourist grievance by Government of Sikkim.

As initiative from the Government of Sikkim to safe-guard the tourist visiting destinations of  Sikkim for package tour booking, Tsomgo, Nathula pass, North Sikkim, Pelling, Rinchenpong and issue related with drivers and Sikkim hotel, Darjeeling hotel on over charging by drivers & tour operators. Please refer to this link to lodge & talk to concerned authorities on your grievance.

https://www.sikkim.gov.in/stateportal/Link/Grievance%20cell%20info.pdfhttps://www.sikkim.gov.in/stateportal/Link/Grievance%20cell%20info.pdf

North Sikkim

Welcome to most beautiful places of Sikkim.

Website of Sikkim travel agency

Please visit http://www.yaknyeti.com

Sikkim taxi booking- Darjeeling car hire- Bagdogra airport pick up

Sikkim taxi booking can be made with Yak and Yeti Travels with enough advance time to avail best transport rates inn Sikkim and Darjeeling. We also offer airport taxis for pick up and Sikkim car for drop.

The transport rates in Bagdogra, Sikkim and Darjeeling are not static and depends on the Seasons, route, type of car etc.

For a small family, it is suggested to use a Wagon- R as to have the overall transport cost with the budget limit, however small car does not go into North Sikkim package tour due to road conditions.

For a visit to Tsomgo Lake and Baba Mandir, a small car is ideal solution for a family size up to four persons as the same can come to your hotel for pick up & drop.

As per Sikkim traffic norms, TATA SUMO, BOLERO, Mahindra Maxx kind of car is not allowed to come to your hotel for Gangtok sight seeing, pick up or drop. Mahindra Xylo and Innova are allowed to come to your hotel for pick up & drop but upon the condition parking is available at your hotel or nearby.

Mahindra Xylo and Innova falls into luxury car segment. The transport system, fares still remains unregulated so during the Season the transport hike can just shoot sky- rocketing, therefore, it is suggested to the Guests to book the transport well in advance. We suggest the Guest to send us e-mail about the Car hire requirements for Sikkim and Darjeeling and New Japlaiguri Railway Station (NJP) mention the type of car that is required and also mentioning the total number of persons coming on the Sikkim-Darjeeling trip, as Wagon R can carry total four passengers, Xylo and Innova is allowed to carry only Seven passengers, TATA Sumo, Mahindra Maxx and Bolero can carry 10 passengers however you will receive the services from taxi stand. Such cars having the capacity of carrying of 10 passengers can only offer services from a designated taxi stand only. In general, the drivers are reluctant to use AC in their cars during a hilly ride, please mention if you intend to use AC on a particular day. The small car for a visit to Nathu-la pass can depend upon the road conditions and as guided by the permit norms from Permit authorities.

We suggest the Guest to send us the day wise tour itinerary by email to sikkim@yahoo.com

Camping, rafting and para gliding in Sikkim

YaknYeti Riverside Camping in Sikkim.

Experience the amazing camping trip by the River Teesta in Sikkim.

Sikkim Camping Itinerary:

Day 1. Pick up from NJP or bagdogra –IXB- airport and drive along the meandering river Teesta George arrive at Camping spot. Tea and snacks. Introduction with the Camping crew.  Activities like Angling or beach volleyball. Evening tea. Bon fire, local - Barbeque & dinner. Camp O/N.

Day 2. After breakfast drive uphill to take part in a rafting trip. Arrive Rafting in-take point. Briefing by the rafting guide about rafting and its features, safety, team work etc. An hour and half rafting trip will pass by your rafting spot which you will see is located at the river confluence of two main rivers of Sikkim, Rangeet and Teesta. Your jeep will be waiting at the rafting finish point. Take pictures with the rafting guide. Change/bath at a local road side followed by hot tea snacks. Drive back to your Camping spot for lunch. After lunch try our Angling or relax. Evening dinner and local beverages by the camp fire. Camp O/N.

Day 3. After breakfast drive back to airport or uphill to Gangtok. Drop. Trip ends.

Guest can have the option to add on extra days for homestays experience at Waterfall Homestay Rumtek, East Sikkim.

For further details, please e-mail at sikkim@yahoo.com or visit yaknyeti Sikkim travel - website: www.yaknyeti.com

Cost includes:

Transportation for pick up & drop

Camping tents, equipment, chairs, table, mattress, dinning tent, kitchen tent, toilet tent, utensils etc.

Barbeque and beverages/ Mineral water.

Services of a camp manager, cook, kitchen staffs

Private Sikkim Rafting trip,

Breakfast lunch, tea & snacks and dinner.

First aid kit.

Cost does not include:

Personal gears

Insurance cover.

Airfare/train fare

Please send me your arrival details, train number time/flight number etc. at NJP/ Bagdogra airport.

Please feel free to write back or call Sikkim tour at 09933008822/09434117418 (M) for Sikkim information or if you want to change your itinerary so that we can go ahead for trip confirmation steps.

Nathula pass

Yak and Yeti Travels Expeditions organizes a day trip to Tsomgo Lake yak ride and Nathu la pass for adults and Children.  Infant and kid up to one year old can visit to Nathula and Gurudongmar in Sikkim. Children are discouraged to visit high altitude in Sikkim is not true information on internet...be it yahoo or Google or any information website online- Satish yak and yeti sikkim). You will find this trip enjoyable with a pick up luxury car organized from your Hotel and drop to your hotel or at M.G Marg with a friendly driver.

This day tour departs daily between 8 to 9 AM for Tsomgo Lake. Nathula pass day tour is available from Tuesday to Sundays and is only available for Domestic tourist.

We process your permit to visit Tsomgo Lake and  Nathula pass through Sikkim Tourism and Police Check post a day in advance with essential documents like Identity cards or passport and passport size photos. We suggest you to book this tour well in advance and confirm your reservation with us.

Gangtok Day Tour 

Excursion to Tsomgo Lake, Baba Mandir and Nathu la pass (Full Day) –

Morning breakfast at hotel – Excursion to Tsomgo Lake & Baba Mandir nearly 40 kilometers and 2 hours drive along the Kyongnosla Alpine Sanctuary, the home to the Red Panda and the blood pheasant with Rhododendron and other alpine trees along the road - Situated at an elevation of 3753 meters / 12310 feet - The Lake is oval shaped lake nearly 50 feet deep - Generally covered in snow for most of the year. This lake is home to the Brahmini ducks & many migratory birds – Nearby is the sacred Baba Mandir known to be a very holy site for all. Also visit Nathu la pass.  Return back to Gangtok.

Location : Gantok
Duration :05 - 06 hrs /Full Day
Schedule Departure: Daily between 8 to 9 AM.
Highlights: Yak ride, Local Sikkimese handicrafts, Local food, hiking, bird watching, breathtaking   scenery. 
Booking: We encourage you to book this day tour well in in advance. We undertake day tour booking in advance by phone or email.
More Information: Please email us at sikkim@yahoo.com for additional information.

Cancellation:
Standard Cancellation policy: 
Cancellation Policy For Car + Guide

·         All orders can be cancelled 7 days in Advance for Car + Guide Tour.  Less than 7 days advance cancellation charges applicable as below.

·         Between 7 days to 3 days of the tour 50 % refund. 

·         Less than 2 days / 48 hours before the tour No Refund.

·         For any genuine cancellation reasons we may able to shift to the later dates as per customer choice but we will not able to refund the amount. 

·         All refunds will be done within 7 days from the date of Cancellation. 

·         All orders can be cancelled 30 days in Advance Else Cancellation charges applicable.

                                                                                                                                                           

Tsomgo Lake or  Tsongmo Lake is a glacial lake in the East Sikkim, India, It is literally known as "source of the lake " in Bhutia language. Just about 40 kms. away from Gangtok, the capital of the state, this serene lake is situated at an altitude of 3,780 m (12,400 ft). on ancient trade route  between Gangtok Nathu La Pass. The lake is about 1 km. Long, oval in shape, 15 meters deep and is considered sacred by the local people. It is also a home of Brahminy ducks. It's cool, placid water harmonizes with the scenic beauty around. A small temple of lord Siva is constructed on the lakeside . This placid lake remains frozen during the winter months up to mid-May. Between May and August it is possible to see a variety of flowers in blooms, including various species of Rhododendrons and Primulas, Blue and Yellow Poppies, Irises etc. It is also an ideal habitat for the Red panda- The State Animal of Sikkim along with various species of birds.

Nathu La Pass
Nathula Pass was one of the most important routes of trade between the silk traders from Tibet and Sikkim before it was closed in 1962. Located around 56 kms from Gangtok at an altitude of 14450 ft, the road to Nathula passes through the Tsomgo lake. It is one of the highest motorable roads in the world and is richly surrounded by alpine flora. On a clear day you can even see the road winding down the Chumbi valley.  Presently only Domestic Tourists are allowed to go close to the international border from where you can see and extend your handshake with Chinese soldiers on the other side.

Tour to Sikkim

Tour plan to Sikkim

We help you plan your tour to Sikkim to the places of tourist interest such as Nathula, Yumgthang, Zero point- Yumesamdong, North Sikkim- Lachen, Chopta valley, Lachung- zero point, Gurudongmar Lake, Tsomgo lake, aritar lake, silk route- zuluk, sillary gaon, kupup, rinchenpong-kaluk, pelling- khechoperi lake sight seeing, darap village, rumtek monastery and gangtok local sight seeing Sikkim honeymoon and taxi services or contact sikkim@yahoo.com for a complete Sikkim package or customized tour booking.

trekking in Sikkim and Darjeeling

Hike with Satish is a local meet-up event to go on local hike around Gangtok town and also explore the rural areas with a local hiker Satish Bardewa. We can hike to interesting viewpoints around Gangtok, visit Monasteries, walk through the pristine trails away from traffic, watching birds and Orchids. This nature and culture hiking event with Satish unfolds the rich- cultural and natural bio-diversity of Sikkim as we exchange our views while hiking or with a mug of Sikkim tea or Coffee. For people who love to explore the places with a local will surely enjoy this meet -up. You are most welcome to ask me any questions about hiking and trekking in Sikkim as I will be glad to share my deeper experience of trekking in Sikkim and Northern India. So, reach up to an enriching experience, let’s meet-up in Sikkim, India and let's unfold some unforgettable moments and make new Himalayan discoveries together…let's discover out a new off-beat trail or let's just walk few miles together!

An offbeat experience with yaknyeti in Sikkim.

We offer river side camp, jungle camping, river rafting, para sailing, trekking and jeep tours, motor bikes on hire and several off beat travel experiences including home stays.

camping in Sikkim by river

YaknYeti Riverside Camping in Sikkim.

Experience the amazing camping trip by the River Teesta in Sikkim.

Sikkim Camping Itinerary:

Day 1. Pick up from NJP or airport and drive along the meandering river Teesta George arrive at Camping spot. Tea and snacks. Introduction with the Camping crew.  Activities like Angling or beach volleyball. Evening tea. Bon fire, Barbeque & dinner. Camp O/N.

Day 2. After breakfast drive uphill to take part in a rafting trip. Arrive Rafting intake point. Briefing by the rafting guide about rafting and its features, safety, team work etc. An hour and half rafting trip will pass by your rafting spot which you will see is located at the river confluence of two main rivers of Sikkim, Rangeet and Teesta. Your jeep will be waiting at the rafting finish point. Take pictures with the rafting guide. Change/bath at a local road side followed by hot tea snacks. Drive back to your Camping spot for lunch. After lunch try our Angling or relax. Evening dinner and local beverages by the camp fire. Camp O/N.

Day 3. After breakfast drive back to airport or uphill to Gangtok. Drop. Trip ends.

Guest can have the option to add on extra days for homestays experience at Waterfall Homestay Rumtek, East Sikkim.

For further details, please e-mail at sikkim@yahoo.com or visit yaknyeti website: www.yaknyeti.com