Goechala Trek - Region of Kanchenjunga National Park - Sikkim | TravelRoach

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Goechala Trek, Sikkim By TravelRoach Event 12th
May to 25th May
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Goechala route
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Overview Area Goecha La, Sikkim Altitude 4,876
metre/16,000 ft. Duration 9 Nights 10
Days Event 12May to 25 May Grade Moderate to
Tough The trek to Goechala route is in the
region of the Kanchenjunga National Park that is
open to all. The trek starts with a lush green
flora and magnificent mass views until it reach a
high bypass. The route passes through tropical
and coniferous woodland and the moist dell are
home to a copious array of flora and fauna.
Sikkim is renowned for its orchid's flowers
garland which for sure will mesmerize
you.  Cost INR 16,500 per person
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Goechala route
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Itinerary Day 1 NJP (New Jalpaiguir Railway
Station)/Bagdogra Airport - Yuksom You will be
picked up from the NJP railway station/Bagdogra
airport and driven to Yuksom. (Reach the
airport/station before 930 am). The drive to
Yuksom is around 7-8 hours long and along the way
enjoy the beauty of Sikkim. Dinner and overnight
at homestay. Day 2 Yuksom (1760m) - Sachen
(2160m) At early morning Trek begins from Yuksom
homestay. We will be camping at Sachen. You will
come across the valley of Rathong river,
Pha-khola and Perk river. The water of Perk river
is pure and crystal clear and hanging wooden
bridge over the river makes your trek more
adventurous. Tshushay Khola falls in a series of
mini waterfalls joining the peak below Mentogang
khola and you will be engulfed between gush of
trees all around the trail leading you to your
destination. Dinner and overnight at Sachen camp.
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Day 5 Dzongri (3930m) to Thansing (3900m) Early
morning we will move towards Dzongri La Top
viewpoint to witness the mighty Kanchenjunga
range right in front of you. The view of the sun
rays hitting the mountainous god will refresh
your mind and you can relax there after the long
4 days journey. Dzongri La means the places where
people meet the gods of the mountains. After that
we will move towards Thansing, crossing the
beautiful meadow, Prekchu River and forest of
Rhododendron trees next to the river. The view
will make your trek more pleasing. Dinner and
overnight at camp. Day 6 Thansing (3900m) -
Lamuney (4120m) After breakfast, we trek from
Thansing to Lamuney. It will be the easiest
trail, a straight walk from Thansing. The trek
along the meadows is straight ahead and the path
leads to Goechala. At Lamuney we will be camping
right below the snow clad mountain. Dinner and
overnight at camp.
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Day 7 Lamuney (4120m) - Goecha La (4780m) -
Kokchurung Today trek will be longer than before.
We have to wake up at 3am and head toward our
summit via Samiti Lake. The crystal clear lake
creates a magical effect. After reaching the
summit spend some time with nature and enjoy the
magnificent view of mountain and glaciers that
makes the trekkers spellbound. Later we trek back
to Kokchurung via Thansing. Camping at Kokchrung
and its beautiful surrounding nearby makes you
feel like you are in heaven for the moment. Pitch
the tent by the river. We can witness different
variety of flora and fauna during the trek if
your luck favours you you can see Red Panda,
barking deer, blood Pheasant, Blue Sheep
etc. Day 8 Kokchurung(3900m) to Tsokha
(2930m) The way to Tshoka from Kokchurung is
covered by Maple trees, Pine trees and
Rhododendron trees and other bushes. The way is
easy from valley to valley we will reach Tshoka
in afternoon via Phedang. Dinner and overnight at
camp.
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Day 9 Tshokha (2930m) - Yuksom (1690m) Today we
trek back to Yukosom and relax at the homestay.
Dinner and overnight at homestay. Day 10 Depart
from Yuksom Today we depart from Yuksom to NJP
railway station/Bagdogra Airport. If you want to
reach NJP by 4-5 pm you need to leave early in
the morning by 4-5 am.
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Services Included 1. Accommodation. (home stay
and camping). 2. Meals while on trek (Veg and
organic). 3. Trek and camping equipment like
Sleeping bag, mattress, tent, kitchen tent,
toilet tent. 4. Trekking Permits. 5. First aid
medical kits. 6. Qualified experienced trek
Leader, Guide and Support staff. 7. Transport
from NJP/Bagdogra airport to Yaksum and return.
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