Excursion to Tsomgo Lake & Baba Mandir/ (Additional – Nathulla Rs. 4000/- Per
Vehicle)
• Tsomgo Lake: Located 38 km from Gangtok at an altitude of 12,400 ft, the ethereally beautiful
Tsomgo Lake is a must-visit. A winding road through rugged mountain terrain and sharp cliffs leads to
the lake, whose water is fed by melting snow from the surrounding mountains. The lake transforms
with the seasons—remaining frozen in winter and surrounded by blooming flowers in late spring.
• Baba Mandir: Situated between Nathula and Jelepla Pass at an altitude of 13,123 ft (about 52
km from Gangtok), Baba Harbhajan Singh Temple is a revered site. Harbhajan Singh, a sentry
of the Punjab Regiment, is believed to have appeared in the dreams of his colleagues after his
death in 1968, asking them to build a memorial in his honor.
• Optional – Nathula Pass: Nathula Pass, one of the highest motorable roads in the world, is
located on the Indo-China border at 14,450 ft. It offers picturesque views and is one of the three
open trading posts between India and China. Nathula is closed on Mondays for tourists. A 72-
hour window and proper documentation (two passport-sized photos and a valid photo ID such
as Voter ID, Passport, or Driving License) are required to obtain a permit. Note: Aadhaar and
PAN cards are not accepted.
• In case of landslides or other unforeseen circumstances, alternative sightseeing arrangements
will be provided. After exploring Tsomgo Lake, Baba Mandir, or Nathula Pass, return to
Gangtok for an overnight stay