Goecha La Trek Tour

Day wise Itinerary

• Day 1 : New Jalpaiguri to Yuksom (5670 feet, 6 hours)

  On arrival at New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (NJP), board a vehicle and drive to Yuksom.
  The little town of Yuksom is located in the West District of Sikkim, and it will be the starting point of your Goecha La trek. It is at a moderate altitude and sits in a beautiful valley, which is surrounded by mountains. The town offers amazing views of the mountains, which often get covered by clouds; in the distance you may also see snow-covered peaks.
  After you arrive here, reach your lodgings and rest for the night.

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• Day 2 : Yuksom (5760 feet) to Sachen (7200 feet)

  Early in the morning, get ready to begin Goecha La trekking. The first phase of your journey will take you to the first stop, which is Sachen. It is a small clearing in the middle of a coniferous forest, where you will rest at night.
  Beginning from Yuksom, travel through expansive green fields and reach the valley of river Rathong. From here, the trail enters a forest and in about 30 minutes, you will see small houses. Moving ahead, you will encounter a suspension bridge over a stream, called Pha Khola. Look down at the river from the bridge and behold the scenic view.
  As you continue walking through the forest, you will see a waterfall. After about 50 metres, you will cross an iron bridge spanning the breadth of the stream. From here, the rise in altitude becomes more apparent and in about an hour, you will arrive at the bridge over Mentongang River. Hike for 30 minutes approximately from here will lead you to Sachen.

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• Day 3 : Sachen (7200 feet) to Tshoka (9650 feet)via Bakhim (8,600 ft) (4 hrs)​

  Continuing your trek, ascend higher up from Sachen towards the small village of Tshoka.
  The trail for some distance out of Sachen consists of little altitude gain and relatively flat lands. Moving on, cross an old wooden suspension bridge over Perk Chu stream. It is lined with Buddhist prayer flags, and the bridge will sway as you walk on it, giving you much thrill.
  From here, the elevation keeps on increasing till you reach Goecha La. Climb through the hills and as you do so, you will reach Bakhim. The place is surrounded by pretty forests of fern and rhododendron, and it is perfect place to click some photos.
  From here, the towering Kanchenjunga Range of the Himalayas with Mount Padim is clearly visible. The village of Tshoka is nearby and is one of the attractions of the region.
  You may stay in the tents, the huge forest hut or the forest rest house, located at a small distance from here.
  Enjoy your overnight stay at your lodgings to gather energy for the next phase of your journey.

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• Day 4 : Tshoka (9650 feet) to Dzongri (12980 feet) via Phedang (12050 feet)

  As the rays of the sun illuminate the realm, gear up for a major section of the Goecha La trek.
  It involves climbing to a pond, high up in the mountains, where a Buddhist Monastery is located. Onwards, the terrain becomes quite steep and tough; therefore, you are advised to observe the highest caution while completing this part of the hike. Following a rigorous ascent, the climb becomes somewhat easier.
  After a little while, you will walk on a well-paved path, which further ahead will turn to a rough trail, full of pebbles. Later arrive in Phedang, a breath-taking meadow, surrounded by rhododendron forests with firs and spruces dominating the landscape. This is an amazing site where lunch can be enjoyed while admiring the pristine surroundings.
  Post lunch, resume trekking; the trail from here will go steep till Dzongri base camp. At such an elevation, you will see that the landscape is devoid of tall trees while montane grasslands, comprising grass and shrubs have taken over..

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• Day 5 : Trek from Dzongri (12,980 ft) – Dzongri Top

  (13,675 ft) (1 hrs) and back to Dzongri and then to Thansing (12,930 ft) via Kokchurang (12,100 ft) (5-6 hrs)
  This day, you will proceed towards the campsite of Thansing.
  It is a comparatively easier phase of the trek as it involves an ascent of only 1000 feet after a descent of roughly the same distance. After descending for approximately 5 hours, you will reach Thansing, your stop for the day.
  It is an expansive flat meadow, covered with lush grass. On the way, cross Kokchurang, which is a rough area where the slopes have evergreen coniferous vegetation and a river flows beside it.
  After reaching Thansing, proceed towards your lodgings and stay overnight.

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• Day 6 : Thansing (12894 feet) to Lamuney (13693 feet) – 4.2 km/2 Hours

  This is one of the easiest parts of the Goecha La trek as it requires walking through flat meadows for about a couple of hours. At the end of your hiking on this day, you will find yourselves in the naked meadow of Lamuney. Even the grass would have all but disappeared here because of its higher elevation as compared to Thansing.
  If you ever wanted to walk through clouds, this is your chance. At such a height, the clouds will literally be on your face and walking through them would be an experience like no other. Travelling through clouds on a meadow, lined with high peaks on both sides, makes for a great story to tell back home.
  After trekking for a little while on the meadow, you will find the campsite where you will retire for the night.

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• Day 7 : Lamuney (13963 feet) to Goecha La (16000 feet) | Goecha La to Kokchurang

  Without a doubt, this is the longest and toughest phase of the Goecha La trek as it requires climbing to Goecha La and coming back to Kokchurang.
  This is also the day, you start at 3 am, the earliest ever in the journey. First, hike through the mountains for 45 minutes approximately and reach Samiti Lake. It is a high-altitude alpine pond in the middle of lands, bereft of vegetation. The way to this spot comprises of rocky sections and flat lands that give way to a sudden ascent.
  Continuing your journey, arrive at the plateau of Zemathang glacier, which is more often than not, covered with snow all around the year. It will give you another opportunity to witness the sunrise over the Kanchenjunga Range.
  Walking for around two hours from here will lead you to Goecha La pass, the highest point of the hike. It acts as the base camp for those who attempt to scale Mount Kanchenjunga, the third highest peak on Earth.
  From the mountain pass, begin your return journey and for its first section, trek down to Kokchurang, where you will find huts to spend the night; alternatively, you can erect tents by the river.

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• Day 8 : Kokchurang to Tshoka via Phedang

  Congratulations! You have successfully completed the major part of the Goecha La trekking expedition and only climbing down through the mountains remains.
  Start your downward journey and first travel to Tshoka via Phedang. It is quite easy to reach Phedang as there is no elevation gain in this section of the hike. You will cover a good distance of around 10 km in a period of 4 hours approximately.
  On arrival in Phedang, rest for a while and then recommence hiking down for approximately 3 hours towards Tshoka.

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• Day 9 : Tshoka to Yuksom via Bhakim and Sachen – 6-7 Hours

  On the last day of trekking, follow the same path that you took to come here, in reverse, and travel down to Yuksom, going through Bhakim and Sachen.Overnight stay in Yuksom.

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• Day 10 : Drive back to NJP/Bagdogra

  Drive back to NJP/Bagdogra by shared transport (160 km- 6 - 7 hours drive )By 6 PM
  From Yuksom, board the vehicle and transfer to (NJP) for your onward destination

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Inclusions

• MAP (Room + Breakfast + Lunch/Dinner)
• Hotel
• Sightseeing
• ☑02 Nights Guest House / Home stay accommodation in Yuksom on Triple/Quad/Dorm Sharing basis.
• ☑07 Nights Tented accommodation while on trek on triple sharing basis.
• ☑All Veg Meals from Lunch on Day 1 to Lunch on Day 10th.
• ☑All fees and permit for Indians.
• ☑Morning, evening tea/coffee served with light snacks while on the trek.
• ☑Trek equipment like Sleeping bag, carrying mat, tent, toilet tent, kitchen tent, dinning tent
• ☑Basic First Aid Medical kit, Oxygen Cylinder and Oxi Meter
• ☑Qualified and experienced Trek Leader, Guide and support staff.
• ☑ Traveling Insurance with Trekking

Exclusions

• *Train or Airfare till New Jalpaigudi or Bagdogra and Back*
• Any fees and permits for Non Indians.
• Any expenses of personal nature.
• Cost incurred due to natural reasons.
• Anything which is not a part of our inclusions.
• Cost escalation due to change in itinerary, Natural reason of unforeseen condition like Landslides , Road Blockage Bad Weather, Social or Politcal Urest, Strikes, sudden shut down of any govt office etc.

Package Start From

• Jalpaiguri, West Bengal, India, Asia

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