West Sikkim · Overnight hub
Uttarey
A quiet Nepal-border valley with Sikkim's highest gorge bridge and the Singalila trek.
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- Altitude 6,600 ft
- From Gangtok 155 km · 6.5 hrs
- Best months March–May and October–November
- Stay Overnight hub
1. Why visit Uttarey and what to expect
Uttarey is a tranquil valley 30 km from Pelling near the Singalila range and the Nepal border, reached across the dramatic Singshore suspension bridge. It has a Kagyu monastery, a Tenzing–Hillary park, trout streams and boutique retreats, and is the start of the Singalila ridge trek.
Top sights
- Singshore Bridge (highest gorge bridge in Sikkim)
- Kagyu Gompa
- Tenzing–Hillary Memorial Park
- Titanic viewpoint
- Mainbas Waterfall
- Dentam alpine cheese factory
2. Getting there and where you sleep
| Altitude | 6,600 ft |
|---|---|
| From Gangtok | 155 km · 6.5 hrs |
| Stay | Overnight hub |
| Checkpost / timing rule | No permit for the village; trekking permit via TIC Pelling for the Singalila trail. |
| Monsoon (Jul–Sep) | Avoid — landslide closures |
| Winter (Dec–Feb) | Open |
Mountain roads in Sikkim average 20–28 km/h. Google Maps times are optimistic; use ours.
3. Permit, ID and medical checklist
4. Where to stay in Uttarey
4 properties from ₹1,738 to ₹2,970 per night for two.
Nagbeli Resort, Uttarey
Hill Resort · Tenzing Hillary Memorial Park Road, Uttarey, Sikkim 737113
- Near Kagyu Gompa & Tenzing-Hillary Park
- Garden
- Dining
₹1,738 / night ≈ ₹869 per person, twin share
Kaamu Kabins Stay & Treks, Uttarey
Cabin Homestay · Tenzing Hillary Road, Uttarey, West Sikkim 737113
- Free Breakfast
- Cozy Cabins
- Free Wi-Fi
- Free Parking
₹2,101 / night ≈ ₹1,051 per person, twin share
Kwacha Retreat, Uttarey
Boutique Retreat · Uttarey Road, Uttarey, West Sikkim 737113
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Free Wi-Fi
- Free Parking
- Guided Treks
₹2,200 / night ≈ ₹1,100 per person, twin share
Green Valley Resort, Tours & Treks, Uttarey
3-Star Trekking Resort · Uttarey Bazaar, Uttarey Road, West Sikkim 737113
- Singalila Trek Arrangements
- Restaurant
- Family Friendly
₹2,970 / night ≈ ₹1,485 per person, twin share
Uttarey FAQs
How high is the Singshore Bridge?
The deck hangs roughly 100 m above the gorge and spans about 200 m, making it the highest gorge bridge in Sikkim and a popular stop 5 km before Uttarey.
Can I trek from Uttarey?
Yes. The Singalila ridge trek starts near Uttarey with a trekking permit from the Tourist Information Centre in Pelling and a registered guide.
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