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Sikkim Adventure Tourism Fest 2026 Kicks Off with Flag-Off of Bungee Jumping Team
Namchi, Nov 1 (IPR): The Sikkim Adventure Tourism Fest 2026 commenced today with the flag-off of a seven-member bungee jumping team from Sikkim to undergo exposure and training in bungee jumping in Nepal, an initiative of the Tourism & Civil Aviation Department aimed at enhancing local expertise and building capacity in adventure tourism.
This marks the beginning of the week-long festival aimed at promoting adventure tourism and exploring new opportunities in the sector.
The team was flagged off by MLA-cum-Advisor, Power Department, Mr Sanjeet Kharel, who extended his best wishes to the members.
While addressing the gathering, MLA-cum-Advisor, Mr Sanjeet Kharel, expressed gratitude to the Chief Minister and the Tourism and Civil Aviation Department for organising Sikkim’s first-ever Adventure Tourism Fest at Namthang–Rateypani, describing it as a proud milestone for the region and the state.
He highlighted the developmental initiatives undertaken in the area, including road improvement and outlined future tourism plans in the region.
Emphasising the region’s immense potential for adventure tourism, he noted that activities such as rafting, zorbing, parasailing, motor cross racing and jungle adventures were creating new opportunities for local youth and the wider community, with support from various government departments.
The chief guest, along with the dignitaries, also visited various stalls set up at the venue and flagged off an array of activities such as Giant Volleyball and Motocross racing.
The chief guest was accompanied by MLA-cum-Advisor, Tourism and Civil Aviation Department, Mr Sudesh Kumar Subba, Chairman, STDC, Mr Lukendra Rasaily, Commissioner-cum-Secretary, Tourism and Civil Aviation Department, Mr Raj Yadav, Principal Chief Engineer-cum-Secretary, T&CA, Mr Neeraj Pradhan, and other officers and officials of the Tourism and Civil Aviation Department.
The Sikkim Adventure Tourism Fest 2026 is being organised from November 1-7 at Linkhim Tar, Namthang in Namchi district, with a range of adventure tourism activities and demonstrations lined up during the week.
The week-long event features activities such as hot air ballooning, River Rafting, Paragliding, Parasailing, Zorbing, Horse riding, and ATV riding. Visitors will also have the opportunity to explore jungle-based activities and savour local delicacies at the food stalls.
Adding to the excitement, the festival promises an action-packed experience, thrilling challenges and opportunities to explore the natural beauty of Sikkim.
From high-speed racing to exhilarating aerial and water-based activities, the event brings together adventure enthusiasts and visitors for an unforgettable celebration of adventure, nature and outdoor experiences.
This marks the beginning of the week-long festival aimed at promoting adventure tourism and exploring new opportunities in the sector.
The team was flagged off by MLA-cum-Advisor, Power Department, Mr Sanjeet Kharel, who extended his best wishes to the members.
While addressing the gathering, MLA-cum-Advisor, Mr Sanjeet Kharel, expressed gratitude to the Chief Minister and the Tourism and Civil Aviation Department for organising Sikkim’s first-ever Adventure Tourism Fest at Namthang–Rateypani, describing it as a proud milestone for the region and the state.
He highlighted the developmental initiatives undertaken in the area, including road improvement and outlined future tourism plans in the region.
Emphasising the region’s immense potential for adventure tourism, he noted that activities such as rafting, zorbing, parasailing, motor cross racing and jungle adventures were creating new opportunities for local youth and the wider community, with support from various government departments.
The chief guest, along with the dignitaries, also visited various stalls set up at the venue and flagged off an array of activities such as Giant Volleyball and Motocross racing.
The chief guest was accompanied by MLA-cum-Advisor, Tourism and Civil Aviation Department, Mr Sudesh Kumar Subba, Chairman, STDC, Mr Lukendra Rasaily, Commissioner-cum-Secretary, Tourism and Civil Aviation Department, Mr Raj Yadav, Principal Chief Engineer-cum-Secretary, T&CA, Mr Neeraj Pradhan, and other officers and officials of the Tourism and Civil Aviation Department.
The Sikkim Adventure Tourism Fest 2026 is being organised from November 1-7 at Linkhim Tar, Namthang in Namchi district, with a range of adventure tourism activities and demonstrations lined up during the week.
The week-long event features activities such as hot air ballooning, River Rafting, Paragliding, Parasailing, Zorbing, Horse riding, and ATV riding. Visitors will also have the opportunity to explore jungle-based activities and savour local delicacies at the food stalls.
Adding to the excitement, the festival promises an action-packed experience, thrilling challenges and opportunities to explore the natural beauty of Sikkim.
From high-speed racing to exhilarating aerial and water-based activities, the event brings together adventure enthusiasts and visitors for an unforgettable celebration of adventure, nature and outdoor experiences.
