Visit Yakten-Kartok Himalayan Eco and community based villages for an unforgettable Himalayan experience . Overview about yakten village :
Yakten village is a newest entry in Sikkim’s eco and community based tourism. Located in eastern part of Sikkim near Pakyong proposed airport , yaakten has its own natural charm and cultural significant. Surrounded by lush greenery yakten is offering spectacular view of Mount Kanchenjunga ( worlds 3rd highest pick ). This small virgin village is also famous for rare Himalayan orchid cultivation, well organised orchid garden can be experience from everywhere at this hamlet . Yaakten is also perfect for those who want to explore the natural forest trail with Colour of rare species of butterfly and music of chirping birds. In Yakten one can also get an opportunity to plug organic vegetables from the garden and taste the fresh organic sikkimese food with warm traditional hospitality. Nature in yakten village :
At altitude of approx 5000ft ,Yakten has got the unbound beauty of pristine nature, covered by orchid and cardamom garden and surrounded by tall pine trees this village is best to enjoy the nature by sitting in the lap of nature . Rare species of orchids, Himalayan herbal plants , butterfly , birds can be found . 7 Kms nature walk to Jhandidara view point will surely make you feel a bit of adventure. Culture and life:
In Yakten village ,most of the inhabitant are belongs from Limboo community also from budhist and Hindu religion . Socio economical value is dependent on organic cultivation and dairy firming recently tourism is a new addition in yakten village. The people of Sikkim are mostly rice caters with different type of veg and non veg curry ,dal,soup , pickle ,local organic vegetable dishes . Above this regular cuisine one can also try some local dishes like momo,thuppa, gunruk saup etc. Climate:
Yakten village is the destination which perfect for almost all season. Summer season : Summer is mild with maximum temperature never crossing 28 °C. The pleasant climate attracts lots of tourists during this season. Monsoon or Rainy season : Monsoon are accompanied with intense rain. Lasting from July to August, in monsoon colourful cloud create a panoramic attraction at this hamlet. Winter season: Winters in yakten are pretty extreme with temperatures hovering between 22 °C to 6 °C, though it is one of the best time to visit . What to wear : As the temperature is really chilling even in summer also, tourist should carry light woollen clothes for summer and heavy woollen clothes for winter. How to reach:
From airport or railway station vehicle are available to reach Yakten via Ranipool and Pakyong . Nearest Airport: Bagdogra Airport ( approx 140kms )
Nearest Railway station : New Jalpaiguri ( approx 135kms)
Nearest city : Gangtok ( approx 35kms )
