Trekking In Sikkim
Goechala Circular

Goechela Trek ( Foot of Kangchendjunga 8586 m)

Land of the mountain crest, lies between the kingdom of Bhutan in the east, Nepal to its west and on its north border town the plateau of Tibet. After its annexation by India in 1975, Sikkim became a restricted area, requiring special entry permits and result has retained its original Budhist charm. The smallest state in India is the land of orchids and monasteries where Kanchanjunga  occupies a special status for the Sikkimese as a sacred protecting deity where people are hospitable, warm and friendly.

On arrival in Delhi , you will take flight to Bagdogra and will be transferred to Gangtok, the capital of Sikkim , Explore the capital and Rumtek monastery the main seat of Karma pa further to Yuksum via visiting the Pemayangtse monastery is one of the oldest monastery in the state , Breathtaking view of lush terraced field and scattered villages of Nepalis and Bhutia communities .Aapart from agriculture production black cardomom grown here naturally in forest due to its tropical climate is the income resource of Sikkimeese.

Trek start from Yuksum , as per the record the first Chogyal of the kingdom of sikkim was consecrated here , Thick forest , easy and steady trail leads upward till view point and further to Goechela the nearest point to view the mighty Kangchendjunga the third highest mountain on earth.

On the clear day to watch the first ray of dawn on the summit excite the trekkers , As dark disappears and day begins at the same time slowly white marbled wall transformed in volcanic lava for short moment and continue changing the color for few minutes after having this magic spectacle , according to the local culture pay homage to the mighty Kangchendjunga and get back to the campsite where herders lives with their flocks of Yaks and sheep’s .Steep descend to Yuksom ,Vehicle will take you to the Darjeeling , a important tourist destination in west Bengal , Also known in the world for its tea. estates.

Day 1 : Arrival Delhi , Transfer to hotel , day at leisure .

Day 2 : Delhi – Gangtok via Bagdogra  ,

Flight to Bagdogra and transfer to Gangtok, the capital of Sikkim O/N  hotel

Day 3 : Visit capital of Sikkim , O/N  in hotel.

Excursion tour to Rumtek Monastery. Orchid Sanctuary, Afternoon explore  town.

Day 4 : Gangtok to Pemayangtse (Pelling) (2137 m) (124 km - 6h)

After breakfast drive to Pemayangtse, night in hotel, day at leissure.        

Day 5: Pemayangtse to Yuksom (1880 m) 53 km via Khechupelri lake.               

Visit  Pemayangtse monastery one of the oldest in the state, Khechupelri Lake, is considered as one of the sacred lakes of the state both by the Budhist and  Hindus. Evening arrive at Yuksum, night in camp or lodge.

Afternoon visit Yoksum ,

Yuksum is set in loneliness amidst the beautiful backdrop, According to the  historical records, the first Chogyal of the kingdom of Sikkim was consecrated in 1641 A.D. by three lamas. Dubdi monastery on hill top is established soon after the consecration ceremony of the first Chogyal.

Day 6 : Yuksum to Tsokha (2900 m) 5h                                                        trek 1

First day of trek will take you through dense verdant semi tropical forests occasionally crossed by crystal clear rivulets and cascading waterfalls up to priag chu. After one hour steady climb reach to Tsokha a small Tibetan hamlet where first glimpse of the mountains can be seen. night in tent.

Day 7 : Tsokha to Dzongri (3850 m) 6h                                                        trek 2

Up hill path paved with wooden logs and stone slaves, avenue with fascinating Rhododendron. Lunch stop at Phedang, further uphill to Dzongri which commands a panoramic view of snow caped peaks, night in tent.

Day 8 : Dzongri to La Mini  (4050 m)  7h                                                       trek 3

After breakfast short climb to the ridge below Dzongri top than easy path leads through the pasture land. Steep descend to the parachu and gradual walk in the  beautiful valley till Thangsing carpeted meadow, After 0ne hours reached at shadow of mount Panduim where shepherd and milk maid lives with their flocks. Campsite O/N in camp.

Day 9: La Mini  to Goechela (4950 m) 6h both way  (or view point 3h) back Thangsing trek 4

Leave early morning at 4 a.m by torch light, feel the silence of nature, gurgling of meandering streams, moment of glacier and whistling of wind. As day begins white mountains appears as a huge marble wall in front (In clear weather), First ray of dawn on the summit excite the trekkers and slowly white marbled wall transformed in volcanic lava for short moment, after having  this magic spectacle get back to the Campsite and further short trek to Thangsing.

Day 10 :  Tangsing to Lampokhri (4150 m) –Tshamri (4300m)              trek 5

From today and for the next four days, we are using a trail which is never used by most of the tourists Folow the same trail for a while, later leave the main routes goes up to Dzongari, And take another route which is less frequent. Short climb to the  beautiful meadow, Magnificant view of surrounding Himalaya. Afternoon walking along two lakes in a very wild atmosphere. Camp.

Day 11 : Tshamri - Kasturi ridge (4500 m) to Kasturi Odal (3600m) 6 – 7h trek 6

One of the hardest day of the trek : starting with a steep climbing through a narrow path till the Kasturi cliff trail, Scenic descend to reach the Kasturi hut, in the middle of the forest, night in trekkers'hut. Be careful, there is a lack of water there. 

Day 12 : Kasturi Odal to Lapdang (2200 m)  5 h                                         trek 7

Long and steep descend to cross a forest preserved for orchid, Reach to Lapdang, the first village, we are meeting after leaving Tshoka. Camping.

Day 13 : Lapdang -Tashiding to  Darjeeling (1469m )  (115 km -7h)

Vehicle will reach in evening and after early breakfast drive to Darjeeling, on the way visit Tashiding monastery.

Day 14 : Visit Darjeeling .O/N in hotel .

One can View the early morning sunrise at the tiger hill, After breakfast the popular Ghoom monastery, Zoological park, Nehru Institute of Mountaineering 

Day 15 : Darjeeling  to Bagdogra ,

Two hours drive to Bagdogra, flight to Delhi, transfer to hotel, night in hotel.  

Day 16 : Departure , sight seen in  Delhi ,

By evening transfer to airport and flight to onward destination

Cost include:

Cost exclude:-

Gangtok - Bagdogra / New Jalpaiguri : (125 km - 4h30)
Gangtok - Darjeeling : (94 km - 4h)
Gangtok - Kalimpong via Teesta : (75 km - 3 h)
Gangtok - Pema Yangtse : (112 km - 4h30)
Pemayangtse - Yuksom : (21 km - 1h)
Darjeeling - Pemayangtse : (72 km - 3h)
Gangtok - Tsongo : (40 km - 1h30)
Gangtok - Lachung : (126 km - 5h)
Gangtok - Yumthang : (149 km - 5h30)