Which month is best for Tsomgo Lake?

Which month is best for Tsomgo Lake?

Most people visit Tsomgo Lake in May, but there will be increasing possibility of rainfall during summer & monsoon. You can visit the same in March & April, as the orchids & rhododendrons start blooming in mid March till May as well as snow continues till mid April.

Does it snow in Tsomgo Lake?

You can usually see snow from December onwards to May.

Is there snowfall in Changu Lake?

January to mid-March. During winters weather in Changu Lake goes down upto -20° c and the area is totally covered with snow and you can get the pleasure of trekking, Yak ride on snow along the coasts of the lake.

Is it difficult to breathe in Nathula Pass?

Because of the high altitude at Nathula, oxygen level in the air is quite low. Few (adults or children) can face breathing problems at Nathula. If you already have breathing or other health problems, you should consult a doctor before the visit and take adequate precautionary measures.

What is the Speciality of Tsomgo Lake?

Associated with many legends and myths, Tsomgo is revered as a holy lake by the people of Sikkim. Rides on colourfully decorated yaks and mules are offered at the lake site, which also has a variety of eating stalls serving snacks and beverages. Snowboots and gumboots can be hired here.

Can we visit Tsomgo Lake in January?

During the month of January when the winter season is at its peak, visiting Tsomgo lake is an experience in itself. The placid lake gets frozen and the mountains surrounding it get cloaked in snow. It is such a surreal view! The temperature can go as low as -20°C.

Can I visit Tsomgo Lake in December?

Nathula Pass can be visited by Indian nationals only. It is open for 5 days a week including Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and closed for two days- Monday & Tuesday. In December, due to very low temperature, there are chances that the road to Nathula may get blocked due to snowfall.

Is there snow in Tsomgo lake in April?

It is quite fun to visit Tsomgo Lake in April when its frozen water starts melting and the surrounding range of mountains are still adorned with snow by Mother Nature. The lake is considered sacred by the people of Sikkim and it serves as a venue for Guru Purnima festival.

When can we see snowfall in Gangtok?

Snow falls can be experienced generally from Late Dec to early March (but not always) in these tourist destinations.

Can we see snow in Gangtok?

Merry Christmas , well friend you can’t enjoy snowfall at gangtok because it’s on lower himalayan range and lower altitude but u can see snow mountain and snow at nathula pass , yumthang and lachung lake baba harbhjan temple well it starts by now till feb 14 .

Is there oxygen problem in Gangtok?

Breathing issue (A.M.S) generally happens at any place higher than 8000 ft due to shortage of oxygen in air.In your itinerary you would get problem only 2 days once visiting Gurudonar 17,800 feet and another visiting Nathula 14,200 feet. Gangtok,Pelling are well below 8000 feet.

Why Tsomgo Lake is famous for?

Sikkim has a lot of amazing attractions in its vicinity and one amongst them is the Tsomgo Lake which is also known as the Changu Lake. It is a glacial water body in Sikkim and a beautiful place to visit. The Sikkimese believe this lake to be a Jhakris which means it holds significance as a healing place. …