Ban Jhakri Waterfalls and Park Gangtok Entry Fee
- 70 per person for Adults
- 70 per person for Children
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Ban Jhakri Waterfalls and Park Gangtok Address: Gangtok, Sikkim, 737101, India
Ban Jhakri Waterfalls is one of the most serene places to visit in Gangtok. It’s popular among nature lovers and those interested in connecting with the local culture. It’s an excellent option for those who want to spend some time in leisure.
Ban means forest and Jhakri means healer. So, Banjhakri essentially means the healer living in the woods. It’s popular in local mythology that in the forests around the waterfall, a traditional healer worshipped spirits. Thus, Ban Jhakri Falls Gangtok is also considered a sacred place.
The place has become one of the prominent tourist attractions in Gangtok. It’s inside a well-landscaped energy park, surrounded by still silence. You’ll enjoy the photogenic lush green vegetation and vibrant flowers on the surrounding hills.
Surrounding the waterfall, you’ll find ethnic deities and statues that the villagers worship. The park also houses a small pond where you can spend some time and relax.
Sikkim-style architecture is visible throughout Ban Jhakri Falls Park.
Where is Ban Jhakri Waterfalls in Gangtok?
Ban Jhakri Waterfalls is about 7 km away from Gangtok, on the way to Ranka Monastery. It’s a lush green park spread over two acres of land. You can spend your time walking around, enjoying the chirps of birds, frolicking in the trees. Paved pathways and footbridges have been built all around the energy park and near the waterfall.
Legend of Banjhakri Falls
According to Nepali folklore, a jhakri lives in the forest and keeps evil spirits away. A jhakri (or healer/priest) has the power to cure any human affected by evil spirits. They force the spirits to get out of a diseased body and send them away.
Locals believe that the waterfall is also blessed by his magical powers.
Apart from curing human beings, a jhakri also finds boys whom he could teach the magic in his cave. Once the boys are trained, they become jhakris and can cure anybody possessed by spirits.
Things to do at Ban Jhakri Falls Gangtok
1. Enjoying leisure time – Banjhakri Falls and Energy Park in Gangtok is a leisure spot and a major tourist attraction in the city. The waterfall cascading from a height of about 100 feet is the main attraction here. You can play in the water or just sit on the edge enjoying a calm time. The park also has a small pond where you can enjoy boating and paddling around amidst the serene environment.
2. Soaking in fresh air – The park also has a high viewing platform right in the middle of the greenery. You can sit on a bench and enjoy your time soaking in the fresh air of the forests. Activities such as zipline and hanging walk-across cable bridges are also present here.
3. Exploring the landscaped park – The area around Ban Jhakri Falls Gangtok has been developed into a beautifully landscaped energy park. Paved pathways let you explore all corners of the park easily.
Small figurines representing Jhakris, Mangpas Lepchas and other native tribes are built in the park. It also has several displays that show the rites, shamanic rituals and curing practices of the jhakris.
The park provides a peek into the shamanic culture of Sikkim. It’s decorated with ornamental trees and flowers. Sikkimese gazebos have been erected at many places to rest and relax. In the park, you can try out a traditional Sikkimese dress photoshoot, too.
4. Checking out the energy museum – Apart from the waterfall and park, this tourist place also has a small energy-themed museum. It has several exhibits related to renewable energy and its uses. Solar water heaters, solar-powered cars, energy drums and many other products are on display. This park itself is lit by solar-powered lamps in the evening.
5. Shopping and dining – Ban Jhakri Waterfalls & Park also houses a small souvenir shop. You can check out the shops around the park, too, to buy local handicrafts. A restaurant and other small eateries are also present in Ban Jhakri Park. They sell snacks and local delicacies for tourists to savour.
Ban Jhakri Waterfalls Timings and Entry Fees
You can visit the park any day. It’s open throughout the year. The open timing of Ban Jhakri Falls is from 8 AM to 6 PM. And Ban Jhakri Falls Park entry fee is ₹70 per person for adults as well as kids.
Best time to visit Ban Jhakri Waterfalls
The best time to visit Gangtok and Banjhakri Waterfalls is in the early winter months (around October/November) or late winter (around February/March). The atmosphere of the region is the best during these days. You can visit the place also in summer (from March to June).
Visit Ban Jhakri Falls early in the morning for the best experience. The peaceful surrounding and the gentle babbling of the waterfall is soothing to the soul. If you visit it in the evening, an enchanting scenery lit up by solar-powered lamps welcomes you.
Time to explore Ban Jhakri Waterfalls
While it takes only an hour or two to enjoy Ban Jhakri Waterfalls & Park, you can plan a half-day trip from Gangtok, too. The number of activities available inside is enough to engage adults and kids for a few hours.
How to reach Ban Jhakri Falls Park in Gangtok?
Ban Jhakri Falls Park Gangtok is 7 km away from the city centre. It falls on the way to Ranka Monastery. The park is 6 km from the Deorali bus stand, 116 km from New Jalpaiguri railway station and 122 km from the nearest airport at Bagdogra.
The following are the different ways to visit Banjhakri Falls –
By bike – Bikes are available for rent in Gangtok. You can rent one for the day and explore the waterfalls and other places nearby.
By cab/taxi – The most comfortable way to visit Ban Jhakri Waterfalls is by hiring a shared taxi or private cab. SUVs are easily available from the top car rental companies in Gangtok. So, you can hire one for the day and see the waterfalls at your convenience.
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