A glacial lake at 12,313 ft, surrounded by snow-capped peaks—perfect for nature lovers and photographers.
A unique mountain experience—ride majestic yaks around the icy lake edges.
A revered military shrine located further uphill on the route to Nathula Pass.
In spring, spot rhododendrons and primulas blooming across the slopes.
Trekking, bird watching, and nature walks are just some of the activities.
Comfortable and scenic travel to the high-altitude beauty of Sikkim
The nearest airport is Bagdogra (IXB), approximately 125 km from Gangtok. From there, book a Wizzride cab to reach Tsomgo Lake via Gangtok.
New Jalpaiguri (NJP) is the closest railway station, around 120 km from Gangtok. Wizzride provides direct transfers from NJP to Gangtok and onward to Tsomgo Lake.
Tsomgo Lake is around 40 km from Gangtok and can be reached by road via Jawaharlal Nehru Road. Wizzride offers shared and reserved cabs for a scenic and safe journey.
Enjoy traditional yak rides around the lake—an iconic and fun cultural experience in the high Himalayas.
Observe colorful Tibetan prayer flags fluttering in the mountain air near Buddhist stupas by the lake.
Sip hot butter tea and try local Sikkimese snacks from stalls near the lake while soaking in the crisp mountain air.
The nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport (IXB), around 125 km from Tsomgo Lake. Wizzride offers seamless cab services from the airport to Gangtok and onward to Tsomgo.
Book NowReserved Cabs– Book private, comfortable rides from Gangtok, Siliguri, or Bagdogra directly to Tsomgo Lake.
Book NowTsomgo Lake is approximately 40 km from Gangtok, taking around 1.5 to 2 hours by car depending on road and weather conditions.
Yes, Wizzride offers reserved and shared cab services from Gangtok to Tsomgo Lake. Pre-booking is recommended, especially during peak seasons.
Yes, Indian citizens require an Inner Line Permit (ILP) to visit Tsomgo Lake. Foreign nationals are not permitted to visit Tsomgo Lake due to its proximity to the China border.
The best time to visit is from April to June for pleasant weather and from January to March for snow. Avoid monsoons due to landslide risks.
There are no stays directly at the lake, but Gangtok (40 km away) offers a wide range of accommodations including hotels and homestays.