– Region: Sikkim — North Sikkim (Yumthang, 3,564m — ‘Valley of Flowers Sikkim’)
– Elevation: 3564
– GPS Coordinates: 27.829° N, 88.695° E
– Access Difficulty: T3 — Lachung (2,750m) → Yumthang | 25km (1hr)
– Opening Season: Mar–Jun + Sep–Oct (road closed Nov–Feb — heavy snow)
– Winter Room: – Number of Beds: 20 – Showers: Basic shower
– Drinking Water: Yes — spring (treat) – Meals & food: Basic Sikkimese meals
– Mobile Signal: No signal (weak Jio at most) – Payment Methods: Cash INR — ₹600–1,200/night | Restricted Area Permit + Protected Area Permit for all visitors (Indians + foreigners)
– Short Description: Yumthang = ‘Valley of Flowers, Sikkim’: primulas, rhododendrons, gentians carpet the valley in spring (Apr–May). Hot springs (Yumthang sulphur springs). Zero Point (4,428m) — snow-covered terrain, often only accessible May–Oct.
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