Sikkim is preparing to host its first Sikkim Adventure Tourism Fest 2026, bringing together adventure sports, trekking expeditions, mountain biking and wildlife experiences across the state. The week-long festival will run from November 1 to 7, with Linkhim Tar in Namchi district serving as the main venue.
Organised by the Sikkim Tourism and Civil Aviation Department, the festival will feature more than 20 activities across all six districts. The initiative aims to attract tourists, promote nature-based travel and create opportunities for local communities.
Sikkim Adventure Tourism Fest 2026: Activities
Visitors can explore a range of outdoor experiences, including paragliding, river rafting, ziplining, hot-air ballooning, trekking, mountain biking and birdwatching. Officials said the activities would follow safety guidelines and operational procedures, with trained staff and certified operators involved wherever required, reported PTI.
Paragliding is expected to be one of the major attractions. Officials said participating team members had received training and registration under the Sikkim INSPIRES programme. Participants registering for the activity will also receive insurance coverage, Deputy Director Manoj Chettri told PTI.
The festival will include the second edition of Tour de Sikkim, a mountain biking expedition spanning six days and five nights. Covering nearly 253 km along the historic Silk Route, the journey will take cyclists to an altitude of around 4,279 metres.
Trekking and birdwatching experiences
Trekking enthusiasts can explore routes such as the Heart of Sikkim Trek and the Dzongri–Singalila Round Trek. The Heart of Sikkim package is an 11-day expedition covering the Lum and Dzongu region, Poke La Pass and Lingza. The Dzongri–Singalila route connects Yuksom with Uttarey through the landscapes of western Sikkim.
Birdwatching tours will also be available in East and West Sikkim. The eastern itinerary covers the Rongli-Lungthu-Zuluk-Pangolakha landscape, offering opportunities to spot Himalayan birds, including the Himalayan Monal and Blood Pheasant. The western route includes Pelling, Khecheopalri and Yuksom, with a focus on forest habitats and birdlife.
Gangtok Adventure Relay: Package cost and details
The festival will include the Gangtok Adventure Relay, a two-day, one-night package combining a helicopter ride, paragliding, river rafting and overnight camping. The participation fee is ₹7,500 per person.
Other packages include the Heart of Sikkim Trek, priced at ₹14,999 per person; the Dzongri–Singalila Round Trek at ₹23,923; and Tour de Sikkim at ₹8,200 per person. Birdwatching packages in East and West Sikkim are priced at ₹18,000 and ₹15,000 per person, respectively.
How to book Sikkim Adventure Tourism Fest 2026 packages
Registrations and ticket bookings will be available through the official festival website, adventurefest.sikkimtourism.co.in. The website lists package details, availability and booking information. Packages and expeditions are to be pre-booked through registered travel agencies.
A ticket counter will also be available at MG Marg in Gangtok, where visitors can get information and purchase tickets for eligible activities. Travellers should visit the official website for latest schedules, ticket prices, eligibility criteria and safety instructions before making a booking.
