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Goechala Trek Sikkim 15100.ft

Overview

Goechala Trek Overview: All You Need To Know About Goechala Trekking in Sikkim Goechala is a popular trekking and hiking destination of the Sikkim Himalayas. Duration: 10 days (2 days travel / 8 days trekking/hiking) Best trek season: March to May and September to November Grade: Moderate to Difficult Altitude: 4500 meter Goechala 1 and Goechala 2 and 3 is 5000 meters Total Distance of Goechala Trek : 80 km Main Attraction: 180 degree view of Mounain Goechala Trek route plan: Arrival at Baghdogra Airport or NJP New jalpaiguri Railway Station and drive to Yuksom-Yuksom-Sachen-Tshoka-Dzongri-Thangsing-Lamuney-Goechala back Lamuney Thangsing-Tshoka-Yuksom-Airport or station. Introduction to Goechala Trek Sikkim Goechala trek, one of the most magnificent and popular treks in India, is located in the beautiful hilly state of Sikkim. The trek’s exceptional beauty, grace, and glamour of the Kanchenjunga range will always entice visitors and admirers to it from all parts of the world. The trek’s grandeur is at an all-time high since it allows one to witness pure streams, cool forests, and open, picturesque meadows in this high altitude. Ranging from beginners to experts, the Goechala Trek will never fail to satisfy anyone and everyone. Best Time and best season for Goechala Trek: The right time selection is vitally important during the Goechala trek. The best three preconceived months to go for Goechala are April, May, and June, September, October, and November. In these months, the weather remained pleasant, the sky is clear, and the view of the Himalayas is outstanding. During spring and autumn, the temperature is relatively cool, which is ideal for high-altitude trekking. One cannot go during monsoon because of the rain, landslides, and slippery trek path.

Trekking Plan

Duration: 10 Days 9 Nights

West Sikkim

  • Day 1: Arrival in Yuksom. Yuksom is the base camp for the Goechala Trek. Normally, people learn the needed details on this day and get prepared for the event.
  • Day 2: Yuksom to Sachen. Going to the first point of interest takes 4-5 hours.
  • Day 3: Sachen to Tsokha. Moving to the next place involves following 4-5 hours.
  • Day 4: Tsokha to Dzongri. One more place visited, and the day of accommodation at this point, as the event should provide acclimatization. This is the most lasting part of the itinerary as for it is needed to stay there for 5-6 hours.
  • Day 5: Dzongri to Dzongri Top and back to camp. Refresh and after that leave to the next camp Thangsing
  • Day 6: Thansing and Lamuney just like 1 and half hour to reach lamuney.
  • Day 7: Lamuney to Goechala La. The most difficult day as for people spend it going to the peak of the mountain in the late night to observe the shine of Kanchenzungha at dawn. from the lamuney it takes to summit 3 hours and distance are 3Km approx. After sunrise and taking of enjoy get back to lamuney, have some meals after that descent to Kokchurung.
  • Day 8: Kokchurung to Tshoka 15Km through the dense forest and rhododendron forest.
  • Day9: Descent to Yuksom from Tshoka, it takes 6 hours to reach Yuksom.
  • Day10: Yuksom to Baghdogra Airport.


Inclusion


Goechala Trek Cost Inclusion

  1. Accommodation: Stay in Yuksom on a triple-sharing basis. Dinner and breakfast will be self-arranged at Yuksom.
  2. Equipment: During the trek, we provide A-shape/dome alpine trekking tents on a twin-sharing basis. We also offer pure down feather sleeping bags, thick camping mattresses, and other essential gear.
  3. Meals: We provide pure vegetarian meals throughout the trek, except for eggs.
  4. Yaks/Porters: Yaks and porters are available for carrying camping equipment, meals, and vegetables.
  5. Trekking Staff: A professional trekking guide and kitchen staff will accompany the group.
  6. Permits: Entry fees, permits, etc., are included.
  7. First Aid: A first aid medicine kit will be available. Oxygen: Oxygen cylinders are provided if necessary.

Exclusion

  • Goechala Trek Cost Exclusion
  • Transportation: Transportation from Siliguri (our main pick-up point) is not included in the trek cost. Participants coming to NJP and Bagdogra should reach the Siliguri pick-up point.
  • Air Tickets: Any domestic or international flight tickets are not included.
  • Personal Porter Charges: Charges for carrying personal items such as still/video cameras and luggage are not included.
  • Other Personal Expenditures: Alcohol, soft drinks, bottled water, beverages, laundry, telephone calls, etc.Meals during travel:
  • Meals taken while traveling in the car are not included.
  • Emergency Costs: Costs arising due to disaster circumstances like landslides, roadblocks, or bad weather are not covered.
  • Travel Insurance: Travel insurance is not included.

Bag Offloading: If you prefer not to carry your luggage during the trek and would like to use a yak porter for your bags, there will be an additional INR 3000 charge. This must be paid at the time of your trek booking. We do not accept requests for offloading bags at the last minute.