Sikkim is a landlocked Indian state nestled in the Himalayas. It is the least populous state in India, and the second smallest in area after Goa.


The Tibetan migration in early 17th century led the Lepchas to shift their habitats so as to avoid conflict. Meanwhile they struggle among the followers of the "Yellow Hats" & the "Red Hats" in Tibet forced the latter to seek refuge in Sikkim, where they attained the status of aristocracy & gradually dominated the State.

Sikkim is a small stretch of rugged land just 115 km by 65 km sandwiched between the Kingdom of Nepal in the West where the Singalila Ridge forms a natural border and the Kingdom of Bhutan in the East. Towards its Northern border is the plateau of Tibet whereas in the South, the Tista and Rangit rivers form a natural boundary with the Indian state of West Bengal.

Entry Formalities for Non Indian Citizens in Sikkim and Darjeeling.
All foreigners have to obtain a special innerline permit for Sikkim which they could get from Indian Embassy. Foreigners can avail only 15 days permit to visit Sikkim which can be renewed.

You should be part of a group of minimum 4 persons in order to visit Dzongri (in West Sikkim) for the purpose of trekking. All the permits can be collected from the Indian Missions in different countries. It can also be collected from Foreigners' Regional Registration Offices in Calcutta, Delhi, Madras & Bombay or the Office of the Assistant Resident Commissioner, Govt. of Sikkim, Calcutta or the office of the Deputy Director (Tourism), Govt. of sikkim, New Delhi. If you have already come to the region without obtaining proper permits, naturebeyond will assist you in arranging the same from the Assistant Director (Tourism), Govt. of Sikkim, Siliguri or the Deputy Commissioner, Darjeeling. Presently permits can also be obtained from Rangpo at the time of entering Sikkim.