About Property
Lachen is a town in Mangan District in the Indian state of Sikkim. The name Lachen means "big pass". The Sikkimese government promotes it as a tourist destination. The town forms the base to the Chopta Valley and Gurudongmar Lake. An annual yak race, the Thangu is held there in summer.
Lachen is a beautiful town in Sikkim that is frequented by travelers for its scenic beauty. It is also the base for those headed to Gurudongmar Lake and Chopta Valley, offering the best treks in Sikkim. Lachen is may be the most famous place in Sikkim because of Gurudongmar Lake, which is only around 50 KM from this place.
The best season to visit Lachen is the winter season and the onset of summer season. The temperature remains comfortable and is apt for sightseeing. The best months to visit are October to June. The summers in Lachen are pleasant and are preferred by the tourists.
Our associated property in Lachen has 8+ well decorated rooms with attached toilet and geyser. If you want to come to a remote village like Lachen and yet enjoy most of the amenities our property in Lachen will be best suited for your purpose.
How to reach
You can reach Lachen in North Sikkim from NJP Railway station or Bagdogra airport if you are coming via West Bengal, and Gangtok airport if you are coming by air via Gangtok. It is around 260 KM from Siliguri and takes around 12 - 13 hours, Around 140 KMs from Gangtok and takes around 5 - 6 hours. But you should never try to reach Lachen directly from Siliguri because of the distance, high altitude and the hectic journey. You should obtain pass (Inner Line Permit) from Gangtok office before starting your journey towards Lachen, North SikkimÂ
nearby attraction
Gurudongmar Lake
Thangu Valley
Kalapatthar
Lachung
tariff
The price range for the homestay varies between 1600 Per Head to 1800 Per Head depending on type of rooms, number of rooms, number of person and date of visit. Kindly contact us on the below mentioned number for reservation of your visit.