Safety - Travel tips for Gangtok

  • Always carry a photo id proof with you. Also check with your travel agent if you need a permit for entering.
  • It is better to book your travel from a travel agency local to the place of your visit as it is easy and more cheaper for exploring the place.
  • Carry a first aid kit along with all the prescribed medicines and drugs.
  • Avoid visiting this region during the monsoon season due to heavy rainfall. Natural calamities like land slides may occur so be aware and check with your tour operator first.
  • If you are visiting in the rainy season beware of leeches especially while walking through wet grass .
  • Do not stroll out alone especially when it is getting dark as these areas can get very dark and lonely with not many people out at night.
  • Avoid lonely and deserted sites which can prove dangerous.