Bhewma Falls

4.6

Location: JPM3+MQQ, Shankar Road, North Sikkim Chungthang to Yumthang Valley, Lachung, Sikkim 737120, India

Estimated Visiting Time: 1 Hour (approximately)

Bhewma Falls is known as the Amitabh Bachchan waterfall. It got its name after a Bollywood superstar, Amitabh Bachchan, who is very tall. The word Bhewma means “red snake” in the local dialect. Over the years, tourists have also started to refer to it as Lachung. IN.Sikkim Falls. It is one of the tallest waterfalls in Sikkim. It is situated on Shankar Road, which connects Chungthang to Yumthang Valley in Lachung, North Sikkim. It is approximately 13 kilometers from Lachung. It is one of the eminent tourist attractions in the northern part of Sikkim.

Attraction

Bhewma Falls offers its visitors a divine kind of natural view which is totally picturesque. Dropping sound of the water makes you forget all your hustle and bustle of the busy and monotonous life. It is a perfect place for escape from your chaotic life.

State Sikkim is blessed with mountains, beautiful valleys, surreal waterfalls, and snowfall. It is a place of divine beauty. You can visit Yumesamdong or Zero Point, Yumthang Valley, Mount Katao, and Brumkhangetse Mountain. A drive on the street of Sikkim gives you a lifetime of wonderful and memorable experiences. You can take some awesome pictures in the lap of nature that remind you of those sweet days.

History

Bhewma Falls is created naturally. There is no significant history about this waterfall.

Inside/Outside Views

Bhewma Falls is a 275 meters high waterfall. Obviously the falling scene of water looks highly outstanding. This is a three step waterfall. Its surroundings are covered with lush greenery, which makes it more eye-catching. A small view point set in front of the waterfall. From there, you can enjoy the view perfectly and safely. A tiny gate with a board written “welcome” welcomes its visitors. There is also a small ticket counter.

Opening Hours

Sunday 24 Hours

Monday 24 Hours

Tuesday 24 Hours

Wednesday 24 Hours

Thursday 24 Hours

Friday 24 Hours

Saturday 24 Hours

Entry & Others Fees

Entry fee – Rs. 10/- per person

Near Restaurants

Near Hotels

How to Reach

By Air: Bagdogra Airport in Siliguri, West Bengal, is the nearest airport to reach Bhewma Falls. This airport is well connected to all the main cities of India. It is around 125 kilometers from Lachung. From the airport, first you need to reach Gangtok by taxi, which is 102 kilometers from the airport. From there, Bhewma Falls is about 13 kilometers. You need to drive around 1 hour to reach Bhewma Falls. Now, Sikkim has its own airport – Pakyong Airport. You can also go by this airport.

By Train: New Jalpaiguri in Siliguri, West Bengal is the nearest railway station to reach Bhewma Falls. It is around 191 kilometers from Lachung. This railway station is well connected with the major cities like Kolkata and Delhi. From there, first you need to reach Gangtok by taxi which is 102 kilometers from the railway station. From there, Bhewma Falls is about 13 kilometers. You need to drive around 1 hour to reach Bhewma Falls.

By Road: Lachung is well connected with various cities like Gangtok (102 km), Darjeeling (169 km), Jaipaiguri (231 km), Mangan (51 km) by road. From Lachung, Bhewma Falls is about 13 kilometers. You need to drive around 1 hour to reach Bhewma Falls.