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Gangtok: up the Teesta valley
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Gangtok: up the Teesta valley

Past Sevoke and along the Teesta river into Sikkim. The classic start to a ride in the North East, as long as the road is open.

Past Sevoke and along the Teesta river into Sikkim. The classic start to a ride in the North East, as long as the road is open.

Distance121 kmApprox. distance
Riding time~4 hrsApprox. ride time
Best seasonOct – MayIdeal time to ride
DifficultyIntermediateOverall rating

Ride details

Road typeNH 10
Road conditionMixed conditions
Fuel availabilityLimited
Best forSolo riders & groups
Plan for1 day
Places to stayEasy to find
Fuel stopsApprox. 10
MechanicsApprox. 17
HospitalsApprox. 39
Mixed conditions

NH 10 hugs the Teesta and has been badly damaged by floods and landslides in recent years, with long closures in the monsoon. When it is cut, traffic goes via Kalimpong and Rhenock, a longer hill route. Check the status before you leave.

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