Bakthang Waterfall, Gangtok - Timings, Swimming, Entry Fee, Best Season to Visit
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#4 of 34 Places to Visit in Gangtok
Distance (From Gangtok SNT Bus Station): 5 Kms
Trip Duration (Including Travel): 30 Mins - 1 Hr
Place Location: On The Way To Tashi Viewpoint
Transportation Options: Cab
Travel Tips: None
At a distance of 5 km from Gangtok SNT Bus Station, Bakthang is a small waterfall located on the North Sikkim Highway in Gangtok. Situated near Tashi View Point, it is one of the beautiful places to visit in Gangtok and among the popular waterfalls in Gangtok.
The falls originates from Ratey Chu, the main water source of Gangtok area. It cascades down from the rock and forming a small pool down below. Though the height of the fall is not much, it is a wonderful sight to take photographs. For activity lovers, there is a Rope Sliding, where one can get the bird's eye view of the region. Though, it is only a short slide of only few seconds but still quite thrilling.
Timings: 10 AM to 4 PM
Rope Sliding: Rs.100 per person
