GOECHA-LA

A JOURNEY INTO THE HEART OF THE MIGHTY KANCHENJUNGHA

Brief Description

Goecha-La is one of the most spectacular high-altitude treks in West Sikkim. It takes trekkers deep into the Eastern Himalayas. The trail offers breathtaking views of Mt. Kanchenjunga, the high-altitude glacial lake Samiti Lake, pristine forests, alpine meadows, glacial landscapes, and colourful Himalayan villages. Unlike many popular Himalayan treks, Goecha-la is not just about reaching a pass. It is a journey through changing landscapes, rich biodiversity and spiritual heartland of a West Sikkim.

Location

West Sikkim

Altitude

4600 mtr

Best Season

March–May / September–November

Duration

10 days

Difficulty

Hard

Detailed Itinerary

Day1YUKSOM TO SACHEN
Day2SACHEN TO TSHOKA
Day3TSHOKA TO DZONGRI
Day4DZONGRI TO THANSING
Day5THANSING TO LAMUNEY
Day6GOECHA-LA VIEWPOINT I
Day7Lamuney to Goecha la summit and back to Kokchurang
Day8Kokchurang to Tshoka
Day9Tshoka to Yuksom
Day10Yuksom to Siliguri

What’s Included

What's Included

•Meals during the trek (Starting Dinner on Day 1 till Dinner on Day 9)
•Meals during the trek (Starting Dinner on Day 1 till Dinner on Day 9)
•Meals during the trek (Starting Dinner on Day 1 till Dinner on Day 9)
•Meals during the trek (Starting Dinner on Day 1 till Dinner on Day 9)
•Meals during the trek (Starting Dinner on Day 1 till Dinner on Day 9)

What's Not Included

Meals during road journeys
Transportation from Siliguri to Yuksom and back to Siliguri.
Transportation from Siliguri to Yuksom and back to Siliguri.
Transportation from Siliguri to Yuksom and back to Siliguri.
Transportation from Siliguri to Yuksom and back to Siliguri.

Packing Lists

This is a list of essential items for individuals doing the trek with Bikat Adventures. This list contains only those items which the participants are required to bring with them. The list excludes those items which are provided by Bikat Adventures on the trek. We have divided the items into five categories. All the items in the list are essential except for those marked as optional.

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Trekking Gear

  • Ruck sack bag with rain cover. Qty -1
  • Ruck sack bag with rain cover. Qty -1
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  • Ruck sack bag with rain cover. Qty -1
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Footwear

  • Non-skid, deep treaded, high-ankle trekking shoes Qty -1
  • Non-skid, deep treaded, high-ankle trekking shoes Qty -1
  • Non-skid, deep treaded, high-ankle trekking shoes Qty -1
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Trekking Gear

  • Ruck sack bag with rain cover. Qty -1
  • Ruck sack bag with rain cover. Qty -1
  • Ruck sack bag with rain cover. Qty -1
  • Ruck sack bag with rain cover. Qty -1
  • Ruck sack bag with rain cover. Qty -1
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Footwear

  • Non-skid, deep treaded, high-ankle trekking shoes Qty -1
  • Non-skid, deep treaded, high-ankle trekking shoes Qty -1
  • Non-skid, deep treaded, high-ankle trekking shoes Qty -1

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