About Yumthang Hot Springs
The Yumthang Hot Springs emerge at the valley floor of the Yumthang meadow at 3,500m — a series of sulphurous vents beside the Teesta headwaters that produce water at around 50°C. There are two concrete bathing pools fed by the springs, with separate enclosures for men and women. The springs are used both by local Lachenpa and by visitors who have been in the mountains for several days and are ready for some warmth. The therapeutic claims are traditional — sulphurous springs at this altitude are used across the Himalaya for joint pain, skin conditions and general recovery. Whether or not you believe in the medicine, soaking in warm water at 3,500m with snow peaks above you is one of the more unusual experiences the North Sikkim circuit offers.
Why go to Yumthang Hot Springs
Natural hot springs at 3,500m beneath snow peaks
Sulphurous thermal springs in the Yumthang valley — 50°C water in concrete pools with the Teesta river rushing past and peaks above. The combination of altitude and warmth is singular.
How to reach Yumthang Hot Springs from Lachung
Within walking distance of the main Yumthang meadow. We Care Holidays includes it as a stop on all Yumthang day trips from Lachung.
Best time to visit Yumthang Hot Springs
May–November when the Yumthang road is open. Most pleasant in the cooler months (May–June, September–October) when the contrast between cold air and hot water is the greatest.
Time of dayMid-morning (9–11am) as part of the Yumthang valley circuit.
Things we always tell our guests about Yumthang Hot Springs
- Bring a change of clothes if you plan to use the bathing pools — the facilities are basic but functional.
- The pools are separated by gender. The water is genuinely hot — test before immersing.
- Combine with the Yumthang meadow walk and the Shingba Sanctuary trail as a full Yumthang day experience.
Yumthang Hot Springs — your questions answered
Other places in Lachung
- ValleyMountain PassMonasteryTrek