Renting out your home in Gangtok

Our advice for Gangtok

Gangtok, the capital of Sikkim, is a clean, orderly mountain town that serves as the base for visits to Tsomgo Lake, Nathula, monasteries such as Rumtek and the north of the state. Visitors appreciate its pedestrian MG Marg, its views of Kanchenjunga and a calmer atmosphere than many hill stations.

The visitor flow

Most guests are Indian families and groups on circuits combining Darjeeling, Gangtok and North Sikkim, plus honeymooners and a smaller number of foreign travellers. Stays are often two to four nights, with early departures for excursions. That makes breakfast timing and reliable taxi arrangements important parts of the service.

Preparing a home in the hills

• Heating and warm bedding, as nights are cold for much of the year.
• Water storage and filters; supply can be irregular.
• Power backup for monsoon storms.
• Clear instructions on steep access and stairs.

Monsoon and road access

Heavy rain can cut the road to the plains for days. Maintain a flexible cancellation policy, keep guests informed and stock essentials in case of isolation.