How can I get Nathula Pass permit?

A permit can be obtained by applying to the Tourism and Civil Aviation Department. You can apply through a registered travel agency. A photo ID proof and two passport size photographs are required for the same. The Nathula Pass permit cost is INR 200/- per person.

How can I get Nathula Pass permit online?

Unfortunately online permits are not available. You would either have to take the help of an agent or the hotel staff where you would be staying. Moreover.. Nathula is totally dependent on weather and its your pure luck if you get to go there on your visit to sikkim.!!

Which day Nathula Pass is closed?

The Nathula Pass stays fully closed for tourists usually on Mondays and Tuesdays. However, on other days of the week, the pass is closed by 1:30 pm.

How do I get a permit for Lachung?

Hello, you can visit Lachung (including Yumthang valley), Lachen (but not Gurudongmar lake), Tsomgo lake (but not Nathula pass) etc with your friend. You can get your Inner Line Permit at Rangpo check post (while entering Sikkim by road from Bagdogra).

Do you need a permit to visit Nathula Pass?

Tourists traveling to Nathula Pass need to carry a valid permit from the Tourism and Civil Aviation Department. Only Indian tourists are allowed to visit the Nathula Pass with a permit and no foreign tourists will be allowed to enter the Nathula Pass. Nathula Pass in Gangtok is famous for various tourist attractions. Some of them are listed below:

How tall is Baba Mandir from Nathula Pass?

Baba Mandir – “Baba” Harbhajan Singh (August 3, 1941 – October 4, 1968) was an Indian army soldier who died near the Nathula Pass in India. He was revered by the soldiers of the Indian army who have built a shrine in his honour near the Lake at an altitude of around 4000 meters / 13123 feet.

Is there a day trip to Baba Mandir?

Baba Mandir is usually included during a day trip to Tsomgo lake or Nathula Pass. You need to go through a registered tour operator or travel agency in Sikkim to organize the day trip. Since this is a protected area, you will also require a Protected Area Permit which the tour operator will take care of.

Why was mandir built at Nathula Pass Sikkim?

The mandir was built in the memory of an army personnel Harbhajan Singh who died at Nathula while protecting the country. People of Sikkim state that Baba Harbhajan Singh is always on duty and guards the border. He notifies the army of any foreseen danger. Take a trip to Nathula pass and visit this astounding place.