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Kupup Lake — also called Elephant Lake — sits at 13,066 ft in East Sikkim. Visiting requires the same Protected Area Permit as Baba Mandir and Nathula Pass.
Kupup Lake (popularly called Elephant Lake for its aerial shape resembling an elephant's head) lies at approximately 13,066 ft in East Sikkim, beyond Tsomgo Lake on the road to Nathula Pass. It falls within the same Protected Area zone as Baba Mandir and Nathula Pass, requiring a Protected Area Permit (PAP).
The good news: if you are visiting Baba Mandir or Nathula Pass on the same day, the PAP already covers Kupup Lake — no separate permit is required.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Permit Type | Protected Area Permit (PAP) — same as Nathula/Baba Mandir |
| Fee | ~₹200 per person |
| Validity | Single day |
| Also covers | Baba Mandir + Nathula Pass (same road) |
Kupup Lake is on the route to Baba Mandir and Nathula Pass. Book Wizzride's sightseeing tour — PAP included, starting ₹1,713 per person.