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Baba Mandir sits at ~13,000 ft on the road to Nathula Pass. It falls in a Protected Area and requires a PAP — here's exactly how to get yours.
Baba Harbhajan Singh Mandir is a revered shrine dedicated to an Indian Army soldier, located approximately 55 km from Gangtok on the road between Tsomgo Lake and Nathula Pass. At around 13,000 ft, this area falls within a Protected Zone requiring a Protected Area Permit (PAP).
The PAP for Baba Mandir is the same permit used for Nathula Pass — one permit covers the entire road including Kupup Lake, Old and New Baba Mandir, and Nathula. The permit is issued through registered tour operators or the District Collector's office in Gangtok.
Submit your ID proofs and photos to the operator at least 24 hours before travel. The operator collects the PAP from the DC office. Wizzride handles this for all sightseeing passengers.
Visit the DC office in Gangtok with two photos and ID. Processing takes a few hours — apply the afternoon before your trip to be safe.
Peak season (October–November) sees heavy demand for Baba Mandir PAPs. Apply 48 hours in advance during these months.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Permit Type | Protected Area Permit (PAP) |
| Fee | ~₹200 per person (subject to revision) |
| Validity | Single day — date-specific |
| Same permit covers | Kupup Lake, Old & New Baba Mandir, Nathula Pass |
Book Wizzride's Tsomgo Lake, Baba Mandir & Nathula Pass sightseeing tour. All PAP arrangements are handled for you — shared tour from ₹1,713 per person.