Day Four of Sikkim Adventure Tourism Festival Highlights Thrilling Relay to Linkhim Tar

The Sikkim Tourism Department marked the fourth day of its Adventure Tourism Festival with a series of adrenaline‑filled events across the state. Organized to showcase the region’s rugged terrain, the day’s schedule included paragliding over the Kanchenjunga foothills, mountain‑bike challenges on the Teesta‑river valleys, and guided treks that highlighted local biodiversity.

A centerpiece of the day was a multi‑team relay race that began in Gangtok and made its final hand‑off at the remote hamlet of Linkhim Tar. Teams comprising local youth, adventure‑sport enthusiasts, and visitors from neighboring states navigated steep trails, river crossings, and forest tracks before reaching the finish line, where a small ceremony celebrated their arrival.

Officials noted that the relay not only tested participants’ endurance but also underscored the logistical capabilities of Sikkim’s tourism infrastructure. The event attracted over a hundred athletes and spectators, boosting occupancy in nearby guesthouses and prompting spontaneous cultural exchanges.

The festival’s organizers said the successful relay and the day’s activities reinforce Sikkim’s positioning as a premier adventure destination, encouraging sustainable tourism that benefits local communities while preserving the environment.