Trip Overview
Goechala trek is the premier and the most well known trekking trail in Sikkim. This trek takes the trekkers upclose for a spectacular view of the mighty Mt. Kanchendzonga 8585m - the third mountain in the world along with several other towering snow capped mountains. Some of the most well know peaks seen during this trek are Mt. Pandim 6691m, Mt. Kabur north 7338m, Mt. Kabur south 7317m, Mt. Kumbhakarna (Janoo) 7710m, Mt. Simvo 6811m, Mt. Kabru Forked 6108m, Mt, Frey Peak 5830m, Mt. Rathong 6679m, Mt. Kokthang 6147m and Mt. Goecha Peak 5127m. Goechala trek is an extension of the Dzongri trek. Trekking beyond the meadows of Dzongri is a raw adventure at its best where the visitor is taken into the realm of towering mountain peaks and unspoiled nature. During Goechala trek the spectacular landscape of nature will make one find inner peace and one will start appreciating the beauty of the Nature and God's creation.
Itinerary
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Day 1
Yuksom to Tshoka (3050m / 6-7 hrs) (Camping / Hut)
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Day 2
Tsokha to Dzongri (4030 m / 5-6 hrs) (Camping / Huts)
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Day 3
Dzongri Rest and Acclimatization / Dzongrila (4020 / 4250m / 40 mins) (Camping / Hut)
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Day 4
Dzongri to Thangsing (3930m / 5-6 hrs) (Camping / Hut)
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Day 5
Thangsing to Lamune (4130m / 3 to 4 hrs) (Camping / Hut)
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Day 6
Lamune to Goechala (4940m / 5 hrs) / Thangsing (2 hrs) (Camping / Hut)
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Day 7
Thangsing to Tsokha (3000m / 5 to7 hrs) (Camping / Huts)
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Day 8
Tsokha to Yuksom (1875m / 5 to 6 hrs) (hotel)
The above itinerary is a guideline and standard pattern which we provide you. This trip can be modified according to your time and requirements. The Above given itinerary is based on trek from Yuksam to Tashiding village. Pick Up and Drop to Airport / Train station is not included in the given itinerary.
Trip Highlights
The highlight of the trip is as follow ---
1) Yuksam - The first capital of sikkim and a base camp for a trekking to Goechala, Kanchendzonga and several Mountain Expedition. The Oldest monastery in sikim Dubdi monastery is in Yuksam. Coronation Throne where the first king of sikkim was coronated is still intact and preserved in Yuksam. There is many places to visit in Yuksam. One day of rest and acclimatization in Yuksm before the start of the trek is an ideal option.
2) Tshoka - A small Refuge settlements at the height of 3000m and a first day of trekking destination from Yuksam. From Tshoka one can see a glimpse of towering snow capped peaks Mt. Pandim and few others.
3) Dzongri View point - The most beautiful and Ideal location to witness 360 degree view of the Pristine and Panoramic views of the snow capped mountain peaks and Hills. Located at the height of 4250m on the top of the hill it provides sublime and captivative scenery of the entire himalayan range...
4) Goechala View point - The closest point to Mt. Kanchendzonga - The guardian dieties of sikkim! The goechala view point provides panoramic and closest view of Mt. Kanchendzonga and Mt. Pandim. On can have the closest look at Thalung Glacier too at the bottom of Mt. Kanchendzonga.
5) Samiti lake - One of the most pristine and holy high altitude lake in sikkim. It lies exactly infront of Mt. Kanchendzonga and is a treat to witnesss in a clear weather.
6) Lamune camp site
7) Thangshing camp site
8) Kockchurung camp site
9) Laxmi Pokhari (Lake) in Dzongri
Cost and Availability
Please email us for the Best Costing and Availability. The Costing depends on Number of person and the minimum required number of person for the trek is 2 pax and maximum is 50 pax. The more the number of trekkers the better the Price. The given costing will be based on PER HEAD PER DAY basis which will includes all the necessary facilities required during the trek from the point of start to the end. Please email us for the Brief Description of the Costing and the Facilities and services provided with it.
We have special costing for the Bigger group, Student Group, Religious Group and Senior Citizens. The costing is based on the Requirements and demand of the group. Do email us to know the special prices and services provided.