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Trekking through the Kanchenjunga National Park - with one of the 'widest altitudinal ranges' of any protected area worldwide - is a tough dream to fulfill - as it remains untouched by any effluence. How to reach Khangchendzonga National Park?

The Khangchendzonga National Park's unique diversity includes - plains, caves, lakes, steep valleys, glaciers and majestic, snow-capped mountains covered with ancient forests, plus its namesake - the world’s third highest peak, Mount Kanchenjunga  - guess the vastness of its diversity is may be one of the many reasons why it is recognised as a World Heritage site recognized by UNESCO.

Can you believe that the Kanchenjunga National Park sweeps vertically down for about 7 km and has an unsurpassed range of alpine ecosystems surrounded by rugged snow-clad mountain-scape and off course the mighty Kanchenjunga the world’s third highest peak. Numerous lakes and glaciers, including the 26 km long Zemu Glacier, dot the barren high altitudes.

This frame is that of Yumthang Valley of Flowers - part of Khangchendzonga National Park’s grandeur - that is recognized as a World Heritage site by UNESCO. How to reach Khangchendzonga National Park?

The fire-tailed sunbird belongs to the Nectariniidae family and is found in the northern parts of the India and the mighty Himalayas - as well as in Khangchendzonga National Park. You would usually find fire-tailed sunbird in conifer forests at high altitudes up to 4,000 meters, descending into the valleys during the cold season. They feed on both insects and nectar

Khangchendzonga National Park in Sikkim, India is recognized as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. How to reach Khangchendzonga National Park?

The blue-throated flycatcher a tiny and an active passerine bird in the flycatcher family obviously with a blue throat. The blue-throated flycatcher is found in the cold months - in the dense forests all through the Himalayas and the Western Ghats of India. Foraging mainly in the overgrowth it feeds on flying or crawling insects.

Khangchendzonga National Park in Sikkim, India is recognized as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. How to reach Khangchendzonga National Park?

Did you know that Khangchendzonga National Park located within Himalays covers 25% of the State of Sikkim in India?

How to reach Khangchendzonga National Park by air? Which is the nearest airport to Khangchendzonga National Park?
The nearest airport is Pakyong airport at a distance of about 56 km from the Khangchendzonga National Park. Note Pakyong airport has limited connectivity. You could opt to travel via Bagdogra airport that is at a distance of about 109 km from the Khangchendzonga National Park.

How to reach Khangchendzonga National Park by train? Which is the nearest railway station to Khangchendzonga National Park?
The nearest railway station is Jalpaiguri railway station, about 134 km from the Khangchendzonga National Park.

The best time to visit the Khangchendzonga National Park is between the months of end-March to May and September to November.

Distances from various places to reach Khangchendzonga National Park
Bagdogra Airport > [129 km] > Gangtok> [47 km] > Khangchendzonga National Park
Pakyong Airport > [56 km] > Khangchendzonga National Park

Distance from Khangchendzonga National Park to other sights in Sikkim
Distance from Khangchendzonga National Park to Darjeeling is about 70 km
Distance from Khangchendzonga National Park to Gangtok is about 47 km
Distance from Khangchendzonga National Park to Yuksom is about 35 km
Distance from Khangchendzonga National Park to Lachen is about 24 km