The Namchi Ropeway

Namchi- which means Sky High, is the south district headquarter of Sikkim. Located at an elevation of 4314ft, it is home to some of the most spectacular locations this Himalayan state has to offer. As astounding as it sounds, Namchi is slowly being sculpted into an artefact of architecture and pilgrimage. With the famed Char Dham at Solophok hills and the awe-inspiring statue of Guru Padmashambhava at the wish fulfilling hill, Namchi stands tall as a must visit destination.

Dotted with cherry blossoms as you traverse the countryside, you will witness the lone tea garden of Sikkim. The Temi-Tea garden spread across the sloping Temi hills, sits proud as the producer of flavoured tea, known of its distinguished taste and odour. A small diversion ahead leads the traveller to the Tathagata Tsal at Ravangla which hosts a 130ft statue of Lord Buddha and is a popular pilgrimage site.
One may wonder if there’s anything more this place can offer. As you ascend uphill to witness the tallest statue of Guru Padmasambhawa at Samdruptse (the wish fulfilling hill), you will be greeted by a pleasant surprise – The Namchi Ropeway.

A six minute journey across this charming landscape, this ropeway takes you across breathtaking views and stops at the Rock Garden. Rock Garden in itself is a tranquil hotspot with an idyllic backdrop of the mountains. Dotted with flowers and trees indigenous to the place, you can take a stroll, relax and either take the ride back or walk uphill for about fifteen minutes to reach Samdruptse again.

After an exhilarating day South Sikkim has to offer, you can proceed ahead and experience one of the best properties in the district. The Barfung Retreat at Ravangla which is about an hour from Samdruptse is a perfect getaway for nature enthusiasts. Come and explore Namchi with our Sikkim tour packages .