Things to do in Rhenock, Sikkim
Rhenock is a town, just 29 km from Pakyong City in the Pakyong district in Sikkim, India, located on the border with the Kalimpong district of West Bengal.
25 places to visit in and around Rhenock, best known first. Tap a place for directions, or let Turkart turn them into a day-by-day plan.
- 1Neora Valley National Park
Neora Valley National Park is a national park in Kalimpong district, West Bengal, India that was established in 1986. Spread over an area of 88 km2, it is a rich biological zone in eastern India.
Wikipedia - 2Changey Falls
Changey Falls is a waterfall located in Lingsaykha Khasmahal, West Bengal, India.
Wikipedia - 3Pangolakha Wildlife Sanctuary
Pangolakha Wildlife Sanctuary is a wildlife sanctuary encompassing an area of 124 km2 in the Pakyong District of the Indian state of Sikkim.
Wikipedia - 4Fambong Lho Wildlife Sanctuary
Fambong Lho Wildlife Sanctuary is a 51 km2 large wildlife sanctuary in Gangtok district of the state of Sikkim in India. It is contiguous with Khangchendzonga National Park and located around 30 km west of Gangtok.
Wikipedia - 5Shri Viswa Vinayaka Mandir Rhenock
Shri Viswa Vinayaka Mandir, also called Ganesh Mandir, is a Hindu temple of Ganesha. It is located in Rhenock, Pakyong district, Sikkim, India.
Wikipedia - 6Temi Tea Garden Wikipedia
- 7Rhenock Monastery
Rhenock Monastery is a Buddhist monastery in Sikkim, northeastern India.
Wikipedia - 8Karthok Monastery
Kartok Monastery is a Buddhist monastery in Pakyong, a town in the foothills of the Himalayas located in the East Sikkim district of the northeastern Indian state of Sikkim.
Wikipedia - 9Bermiok Monastery Wikipedia
- 10Tendong Gumpa Wikipedia
- 11Simik Monastery Wikipedia
- 12Saramsa Garden Wikipedia
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- 14Bhutan House · in Dungra, Kalimpong
Bhutan House is an estate located in Kalimpong, West Bengal, India, owned by the Dorji family of Bhutan.
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- 22Tharpa Choling Monastery · in Dungra, Kalimpong Wikipedia
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- 25Deolo Hill · in Deolo Hill Wikipedia
Rhenock by interest
- Good with kids: Neora Valley National Park, Pangolakha Wildlife Sanctuary, Fambong Lho Wildlife Sanctuary, Temi Tea Garden, Saramsa Garden
- Temples and places of worship: Shri Viswa Vinayaka Mandir Rhenock, Rhenock Monastery, Karthok Monastery, Bermiok Monastery, Tendong Gumpa
- History: forts, palaces and monuments: Tsuklakhang Palace, Bhutan House
- Nature: lakes, hills and waterfalls: Neora Valley National Park, Changey Falls, Pangolakha Wildlife Sanctuary, Fambong Lho Wildlife Sanctuary, Temi Tea Garden
- Lesser-known places: Rhenock Monastery, Karthok Monastery, Bermiok Monastery, Tendong Gumpa, Simik Monastery
Grouped by what each place is. Lesser-known places are ones fewer people read about on Wikipedia than most places on this page.
Best time to visit Rhenock
Best weather: Oct–May.
| Month | Average | Rain | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | Pleasant | 12°C | 6 mm |
| Feb | Pleasant | 15°C | 14 mm |
| Mar | Pleasant | 19°C | 34 mm |
| Apr | Pleasant | 22°C | 78 mm |
| May | Pleasant | 24°C | 167 mm |
| Jun | Rainy | 25°C | 270 mm |
| Jul | Rainy | 24°C | 446 mm |
| Aug | Rainy | 24°C | 341 mm |
| Sep | Rainy | 23°C | 264 mm |
| Oct | Pleasant | 20°C | 84 mm |
| Nov | Pleasant | 17°C | 6 mm |
| Dec | Pleasant | 14°C | 3 mm |
Long-term monthly averages for the area, from NASA POWER, adjusted for the town's height (1,040 m). Festivals and crowds are not counted; check before you book.
How to reach Rhenock
- Nearest railway station: New Mal Junction (NMZ), 34 km away.
- Nearest airport: Pakyong Airport (PYG), 8 km away.
Straight-line distances; the road is longer. Check trains and flights before you travel.
What a 3-day trip to Rhenock costs
- Budget: about ₹2,800–₹5,500 per person
- Mid-range: about ₹7,000–₹13,800 per person
- Comfort: about ₹16,000–₹30,300 per person
A rough estimate for 2 adults sharing a room: stay, food, local travel and entry tickets, from typical price ranges (not live prices). Getting to Rhenock is not included.
Compare Rhenock with nearby towns
| Town | Distance | Best weather | Places to see | 3 days, mid-range, per person |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rhenock | – | Oct–May | 25 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
| Aritar | 4 km | Feb–May, Oct–Dec | 18 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
| Rishop | 7 km | Oct–May | 11 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
| Rongli | 7 km | Oct–May | 26 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
| Lava | 10 km | Mar–May, Oct | 10 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
Distances in a straight line from Rhenock; trip costs are rough estimates (not live prices). Tap a town for its own page.
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Questions travellers ask
What are the best places to visit in Rhenock?
The best known are Neora Valley National Park, Changey Falls, Pangolakha Wildlife Sanctuary, Fambong Lho Wildlife Sanctuary, Shri Viswa Vinayaka Mandir Rhenock.
When is the best time to visit Rhenock?
Best weather: Oct–May.
How do I reach Rhenock?
Nearest railway station: New Mal Junction (NMZ), 34 km away. Nearest airport: Pakyong Airport (PYG), 8 km away.
How much does a 3-day trip to Rhenock cost?
Budget: about ₹2,800–₹5,500 per person; Mid-range: about ₹7,000–₹13,800 per person; Comfort: about ₹16,000–₹30,300 per person. A rough estimate for 2 adults sharing a room: stay, food, local travel and entry tickets, from typical price ranges (not live prices). Getting to Rhenock is not included.
Sources: places from Wikipedia, Wikidata, Wikivoyage and OpenStreetMap; weather from NASA POWER; stations and airports from Wikidata. Last checked Oct 2026.