Yuksam which had closed its door for tourists despite reopening of tourism in State on October 10…

Yuksam which had closed its door for tourists despite reopening of tourism in State on October 10 has withdrawn its decision. Now, the tourism destination of Yuksam is open for tourists.

One of the major tourism attractions in Sikkim, Yuksam is a getaway to the the popular Dzongri-Goechala trek and Singalila and Kasturi round trek. Because of Covid fears, the people of Yuksam had imposed ban at local level earlier.

“Yuksam is open for tourism after a through consultation with the local community and tourism stakeholders of Yuksam and adjoining areas,” said SKM tourism wing secretary Phumpi Bhutia.

The decision was taken in a meeting at Yuksam today. The meeting was chaired by Yuksam BDO Samber Man Limboo and attended by SKM district coordinator (West) Nandu Gurung, SKM tourism wing secretary Phumpi Bhutia, PS to Dy. Speaker Kesher Kumar Khatiwoda SKM tourism wing coordinator Suk Rani Limboo, gram panchayats, KNP officials and local tourism stakeholders.

The meeting deliberated on safety measures and precautions to be taken against Covind-19.

KNP range officer Tenzing W. Bhutia said after submitting the required permits from Tourism department, requisite documents and fees, the trekkers will be allowed to enter into Khangchendzonga National Park (KNP) for Dzongri-Goechela trekking.

BDO Samber Man Limboo stressed on strictly following the government issued SOPs. Welcome to Sikkim for trekking,camping and mountaineering.