Travel Guide to RIMBI WATER FALLS

Getting There

• Car

  If you are traveling by car, you can start your journey from Gangtok, the capital city of Sikkim. Take the NH10 towards Pelling. The drive will take approximately 4-5 hours. Once you reach Pelling, continue on Pelling-Rimbi Road for about 12 km. You will see signs for Rimbi Water Falls along the way. The falls are located at coordinates 27.3134397, 88.1907411 and can be accessed easily from the roadside.

• Public Transportation

  For those using public transportation, take a shared taxi or a bus from Gangtok to Pelling. Shared taxis can be found at the taxi stand in Gangtok. The fare is approximately INR 400-500 per person. The journey will take around 4-5 hours. Once in Pelling, you can hire a local taxi to take you to Rimbi Water Falls for around INR 500-700, which is about a 30-minute drive. Make sure to negotiate the fare beforehand.

• Local Taxi

  If you are already in Pelling, you can hire a local taxi to visit Rimbi Water Falls. The cost for a round trip is usually around INR 800-1000. The taxi will take you directly to the falls, and you can spend as much time as you like before being taken back to your hotel in Pelling.

• Walking

  For the more adventurous tourists, Rimbi Water Falls can be reached by walking from the nearby areas. If you are staying close to Rimbi village, you can trek to the falls, which takes about 30-45 minutes. Follow the local trails and enjoy the scenic views along the way.