Kanchenjunga Falls, Sikkim

Day: Monday To Sunday
Time: Open 24 hours
About

Kanchenjunga Waterfalls is a gorgeous waterfall located in the lovely hill town of Pelling, Sikkim, around 10 kilometres from Yuksom and 24 kilometres from Pelling. It is one of Sikkim’s greatest waterfalls and one of the most popular Pelling tourist attractions. Kanchenjunga Falls is a perennial waterfall situated around an hour drive from Pelling towards Yuksom. It is believed that the pristine waterfall originates high up in the glaciers of Mount Kanchenjunga, the 3rd highest peak in the world. It gushes down from a height of 100 feet into a pool. Kanchenjunga falls was not known to people and remained untouched till the 90s. It only came into the limelight, when a local tour operator named Topjor Bhutia accidentally discovered it. Today this spot become one of the leading tourist spots in West Sikkim. Known for its splendid beauty and glory, the waterfalls serves as a perfect picnic spot with family and friends. Situated at a sharp curve on the road side, tourists need to climb around 50 steps from the road to reach the falls. For adventure-junkies, there is an option of rope sliding. One can also spot lot of small food stalls selling chat, tea and Maggie on the stairs.

The waterfalls, known for their magnificent beauty and splendour, are an ideal setting for a picnic with family and friends. Tourists must climb roughly 50 steps from the road to reach the falls, which are located at a steep curve on the road side. Rope sliding is an alternative for adrenaline enthusiasts. On the steps, there are also a number of little food vendors serving chat, tea, and Maggie.