Bermiok |

Bermiok (বার্মিওক) - a destination for heritage tourism in the West district of Sikkim state of India,  situated on 5000 ft. above sea level, a finest tourist destination in West Sikkim district, distance from Pelling 35 K.M. Travelers are now looking for offbeat destinations rather than well-known, crowed tourist spots. Bermiok is offbeat travel destination in west Sikkim India, but rich in flora & fauna, with few tribal villages & different cultures. You can enjoy unforgettable great view of Kanchenjunga, Kabru, Koktang, KumbhKarna, Rathong and many more within a single glance. This view can be seen from almost each and every hotels & homestays. When you are in Bermiok choose Homestays rather than hotels, for great hospitality of locals, to be mix with local culture & tradition.

Bermiok Accommodation

Bermiok, He, Rinchenpong, Kaluk these breathtaking tourist destinations are very nearby, famous He-Bermiok festival or Kalez-Valley festival are celebrated each year in month of May (10th to 13th May every year) with traditional dance by local tribal including Limbu, Rai, Lepcha, Bhutia, Manger etc. You can explore their traditional heritage by Kalez Valley Heritage festivals, contact Hee-Bermiok Tourism development & Heritage Conservation Society, West Sikkim, Email – nksubba37@yahoo.co.in, josephb31@yahoo.com or call 94340-12213 for more details.

          Bermiok is low height valley than other parts of Sikkim, so winter is so pleasant than other areas, you also can visit this place during chilly winter; don’t need to carry large number of winter clothes for all family members.

          At least spend minimum two days in Bermiok to explore all local destinations, Monasteries, Lepcha Heritage House, Rabindra Memorial forest, Manghim Temple, He-Khola water garden and Sirigjngha falls etc. Also anyone can cover this entire spot in a single day but it will be hectic to manage because you need to trek few K.M.s for Sirijangha Falls, this enjoyable walking under dense forest will be great feeling.

Accommodation in Bermiok

Best accommodation in Hee-Bermiok is home stays, to enjoy local culture, tradition and homemade foods. Take a cup of hot tea with plateful Momos at morning and enjoy the splendid sunrise. There are few home stays run by locals with warm full hospitality.

Here am listing comfortable, cozy and secure homestay/accommodation options in Bermiok and nearby.

Dhungay Homestay: Local Chettri family (Ganesh) has started a nice homestay in Bermiok (Martam Village). The homestay is located at the foot of Rhododendron Sanctuary and surrounded by terraced farms, deep valleys with amazing view of Mt. Kanchendzonga. Tariff starts from Rs.2800 (including lodging + fooding) for double standard rooms with attached toilet with hot and cold bath.

Kalej Valley is located at 13th mile Bermiok west Sikkim, very near of Nepal border in the west. Meaning of Kalej is the name of river, which originated from Nepal. The stay offers a comfortable, fine stay with a rooftop restaurant offering Chinese, Indian and local with a full view of Mt.Kanchenjunga. This is ideal place to mingle with nature. All the rooms have all modern facilities like attached bathrooms with geysers and TV.

Tariff

Room Type

Available Room

Rate

6 bedded

1

Rs.2000

Standard

4

Rs.1200 – Rs.1400

Deluxe

3

Rs.1400 – Rs.1600

 Silent Valley stay provides well furnished rooms with Roof-Top Restaurant, Color TV with DTH, 24 hours running hot & cold water.

Tariff

Room Type

Rate (Onward)

Double Bedded Standard room

Rs.1000

Standard Deluxe Double Bedded

Rs.1200

Super Deluxe Double Bedded

Rs.1500

Super Deluxe Four Bedded

Rs.2000



How to Reach Bermiok

Nearest airport is Bagdogra (IXB) well connected with all major cities, daily flight available to Bagdogra from Kolkata, Delhi, Guwahati, and Kathmandu.

Nearest railway station is New Jalpaiguri (NJP), distance 140 K.M. well connected with all major cities like Kolkata, Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Bangalore, and Hyderabad etc., car fare will be around Rs.3500/ to Rs.4000/ from Siliguri, NJP railway station and Bagdogra Airport.

Public transports, shared jeep also available to Jorthang from Siliguri SNT bus stand fare around Rs.150/ to Rs.200, then take another shared jeep from Jorthang for Dentam or Uttarey via Sorent, Kaluk and get down at Bermiok (fare around Rs.100/ to Rs.120). Rent a car for sightseeing, cost would be around Rs.1200 to Rs.1800, ask your hotel management for car rent. Bermiok to Pelling sitance is 35 K.M and car fare will be Rs.2000.

Best Season to Visit Bermiok

Try to visit Bermiok in May month to be part of Kalej Valley Festival or He-Bermiok festival, also rest of the year is good to visit Bermoik. Also can avail good discount during monsoon from hotels, entire valley get full of green in rainy season.


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