Hotels In Pakyong
Pa Yong...or 'Bamboo of the bow' is where Pakyong gets its name. This quiet corner of the Eastern Himalayas, is lush, pastoral wonderland where terraced paddy fields intertwine with dense Bamboo forests and cultivation. Numerous streams feed the fertile land where rich and varied Himalayan biodiversity abounds. At just 7.5kms from Sikkim's only greenfield Airport at Pakyong, and only 31kms away from busy, bustling Gangtok, this sparsely populated area opens up all of Sikkim's natural wonders, and it's unique customs, cuisine and culture to explore.
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Vivanta Hotels in Pakyong
Vivanta Sikkim Pakyong
At just a 7.5km drive down from Sikkim's only greenfield airport, Vivanta Sikkim, Pakyong is ensconced among lush paddy fields and bamboo forests. With a semi-open structure seamlessly blending with the great outdoors, 50 stylish rooms and suites and Sikkim's only heated swimming pool, offer you breathtaking mountain views.
About Pakyong
Gaining it's name from Lepcha legend that revered the dense bamboo forests in the region, Pa Yong...or 'Bamboo of the bow' is Pakyong, today. Tucked away in a quiet corner of the Eastern Himalayas, this lush, pastoral wonderland has terraced paddy fields intertwining with dense Bamboo forests and cultivation. Melt from the mountains flows down in numerous streams. Rich and varied Himalayan biodiversity abounds - in rare Orchids and other mountain blooms. At a short ride from Sikkim's only greenfield Airport at Pakyong, and a mere 31kms away from busy, bustling Gangtok, this sparsely populated area has visitors well placed to explore the culture, customs, cuisine and many natural wonders that all of Sikkim has to offer.
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Picnic by the stream
Probably the only property where a perrenial stream runs through it. Where better to enjoy a 'Picnic by the stream' even as you take in the myriad hues of nature.
Placed well below the snowline, Vivanta Sikkim, Pakyong Sikkim has melting cascades of two natural streams flowing through the property, throughout the year. You earn yourself a specially curated picnic basket, served to you after a walk through bamboo gardens, making for a truly immersive experience.
Survival Course (Adults) / Bush craft (Kids)
Learn vital survival skills - managing food, water and shelter in the wilderness, reading a map, using a compass and making a fire in the traditional way. Kids are taught these in a fun way, with interesting facts and anecdotes.
Acquire vital life-saving skills on how to manage food, water and shelter in the wilderness. Other survival techniques include learning to read a map using a compass and building a fire in the traditional way. The same activity is conducted for kids in a fun way, with interesting facts and anecdotes bringing alive this hands-on experience for the thumb-ruled gadget'ised generation.
Managed by Rediscover Outdoors
Tariff: 750 + GST (Per Guest)
Assembly Point: Lobby
Soft Archery for Kids
A movable fibre board at about 20’ ft from the archer, forms the target. Kids are taught to use the bow and arrow, aiming for maximum precision while staying focused on safety.
The basic skills of hunters and warriors from tribal times, comes into play. A sanitised soft version is designed, aimed at improving concentration and marksmanship skills. A movable fiber board about 20’ feet away from the archer, forms the target. Kids are taught to use the bow and arrow, focus their attention, and achieve maximum precision while going for a bull's-eye. Staff is trained to impart this sporting skill even while staying focused on safety.
Managed by Rediscover Outdoors
Tariff: 550 + GST (Per Child)
Assembly Point: Lobby
Basnett Village Trail with the Sherpa
A guided trail takes a winding village road to the scenic Bassnett village. Meet local village folk, and glimpse the organic farm life while enjoying a picnic in the fields surrounded by the hills.
A guided trail starting from the property, takes a winding village road to the scenic Bassnett village. Interact with the local village folk and get a glimpse of the organic farm life. Discover local stories and fables of Sikkim, while enjoying a picnic in the fields overlooking the hills. Each guest will be provided with a trekking pole for support, small hiking backpack containing fruits, sandwiches, muffins, juice and water. Transportation will be provided, to meet any guest's needs.
Managed by Rediscover Outdoors
Time Slot: Flexible
Duration: 2.5 Hours
Tariff: INR 7000 + GST (up to 4 guests)
Assembly Point: Lobby
Pottery Workshop
A hands-on learning experience, this three-hour pottery workshop is taught by professional pottery artisans, where you learn the basics of pottery and the art of using the pottery wheel, creating memories.
An immersive and hands-on family learning experience, crafting a piece of clay into a unique work of art. Enjoy the incredible feeling of meditative stillness that is practiced in this craft. A three-hour pottery workshop taken by professional pottery artisans, teaches you the basics of pottery, and the art of using the pottery wheel to create precious family memories.
Managed by Rediscover
Time Slot: 1000 Hours – 1400 Hours
Duration: 3 - 4 Hours
Tariff: On Request (Minimum 3 Guests)
Assembly Point: Lobby
Kasso-Ko-Thal
Enjoy a delectable lunch of local cuisine served in the traditional style - in brass vessels, at an al-fresco, picturesque setting with gently swaying conifers and dappled sunlight peeking through the green canopy.
Taste some of Sikkim's finest local delights, all organically grown, and cooked to perfection in the traditional style. The name derives from the customary vessels this meal is served in, as is done on special occasions - in handmade brass-ware. Savour these delights in an outdoor setting, as whispering conifers sway to the gentle mountain breeze and glints of sunlight ripple down through the tall conifers all around.
Monastery and Cave Tour
Visit Karthok Monastery – the 6th oldest Monastery of Sikkim. Explore a forest trail to the Bujetaar cave and, on clear days - enjoy views of the Kangchenjunga Massif. On the way back, visit a Silviculture nursery.
Info: A scenic 30-minute guided mountain drive takes you to the Karthok Monastery – the 6th oldest Monastery of Sikkim. Experience the meditation of the Nyingma order of Tibetan Buddhism. Explore a forest trail leading to the Bujetaar cave, and on clear days - enjoy the views of the Kangchenjunga Massif. On the way back, spend some quality time in the Silviculture nursery, famous for its contribution to making Sikkim Plastic-free.
Managed by Rediscover Outdoors.
Timing: Flexible
Duration: 4 Hours
Tariff: INR 8000 + GST (up to 4 guests).
Assembly Point: Lobby
Nature Trail
Commune with nature, as you follow a natural trail through the terraced paddy fields, set in the stunning backdrop of the mighty Kanchenjunga Mountain range.
Feel one with your surroundings as you walk through terraced paddy fields, even as the sun plays hide-n-seek through the clouds. Delight in the fact that the age-old knowledge of paddy growing the organic way, still following ancestral techniques, along some of the highest paddy fields in the world, makes for a one-of-a-kind experience, in India's first fully-organic certified State, Sikkim.
Treasure Hunt/ Nature’s Detectives for Kids
This fun activity will keep groups and kids engrossed for a couple of hours. A treasure hunting course, challenges them mentally will drawing some legwork out of them, as they practice navigation skills
Unlock the Sherlock in any group of kids and keep them challenged for a couple of hours. We set up a fun treasure-hunt course with a nature theme, where these young participants practice navigation skills and put the lessons and skills learnt at the outset to good use as they go about solving the mystery and decoding their path to the treasure.
Managed by Rediscover Outdoors
Tariff: 750 + GST (Per Guest)
Assembly Point: Lobby
The Right Way of Living!
A traditional Buddhist prayer and welcome, greets all arriving guests. Our staff, attired in the traditional Buddhist attire known as Bakhu, will meet each guest, to the holy chants of "Om Mani Padme Hum"
A warm welcome awaits each arriving guest, as our staff member dressed in traditional Bhutia attire commonly known as Bakhu, will bow to welcome them as they enter, presenting them with the ‘Khada' Tibetan Scarf. The lobby music will be playing the solemn prayer chants of Om Mani Padme Hum" 108 times, giving each arrival, an elevating experience while introducing them to the region's rich Buddhist culture.
Managed by the hotel.
Timing: Throughout the day (Arrival Experience).
Tariff: N/A
Location: Hotel Lobby.
