Yumthang Valley
Yumthang
A high mountain valley at about 3,560 m, carpeted with rhododendrons and primroses in spring and known as the “Valley of Flowers,” with yak-grazed meadows and hot springs along the river.
Yumthang Valley lies about 25 km north of Lachung, where the Lachung River winds between snowy peaks. In April and May, the broad valley-floor meadows of the Shingba Rhododendron Sanctuary come alive as more than twenty species of rhododendron bloom in succession, making this North Sikkim's most famous flower-viewing spot. The valley has a sulphur hot spring, and a wooden bridge with prayer flags makes a classic scene. Visitors must travel in vehicles from licensed travel agencies. Usually they set off from Lachung early in the morning and return the same day, often combined with Zero Point. At high altitude the weather changes quickly, so keep warm and watch out for altitude sickness.
Opening hours
Daytime (entry by group only, permit-limited hours)
Nearby sights
- Shingba Rhododendron Sanctuary
- Zero Point (Yumesamdong)
- Lachung Village
- Lachung Monastery
- Chopta Valley
- Thangu Valley
- Lachen Village
- Lachen Monastery