Goechala Trek

( 14 Days / 13 Nights ) - Tour Package

Travel Packages Goechala Trek

Destination Covered

Gangtok- Yuksum- Bakhim- Dzongri- Tangsing-Simiti Lake- Gochala - Dzongri- Toska- Pemayangtse

Package Tour Detail

Trek route : Moderate
Altitude: 4990 mtrs.
Trekking in Sikkim is best experienced with Yaks on this high altitude trek route in West Sikkim offering camping above Dzongri. The trail passes through the pastures of Dzongri leading further to Thangshing valley. One can enjoy the dramatic terrain and variety of Rhododendrons bushes along the way.

Our camp above Thangshing at Lamuney offers a face to face encounter with Mt. Pandim climber by our Managing Director in 1997. You can also see Mt. Thingchinkhang and Mt. Jopuno at a close distance. In October 2006, after these peaks are declared open as trekking peaks, Yak and Yeti Travels made a first successful climb on Mt. Thingchinkhang with team from Spain, Germany and India.

This trek can be combined with cultural tour to Khechopalri Lake and to monasteries at Pemayangtse and Tashiding before departing to Bagdogra airport, Phuntsoling or Nepal.

For the adventure lovers, Gochala trek offers you a memorable trekking holiday blended with nature, culture and adventure.

Trip Profile: 14 Days Trip
02 Nights in Gangtok
02 Nights in Yuksum
09 Days Trekking

Gantok is the capital of Sikkim with an excellent view of Kanchanjunga range, overflowing with ancient temples, monasteries, narrow colorful bazaar. The pleasure of trekking through the interiors of Sikkim, the rare privilege of experiencing the Majestic Himalaya in its noblest and truest from as seen from the different region each with their own peculiar characteristics.

Day Wise Breakup

Day 1 -

Transfer from airport - Gangtok (distance - 124 km. Time - 5 hours drive) overnight at hotel.

Day 2 - Gangtok

Sightseeing of Rumtek Monastery, the premier Kagyu Monasterry and seat of HH Gyalwa Karmapa, the Local Handicraft Center, Research Institute of Tibetology, Flower Exhibition and the Enchey Monastery. overnight stay at hotel.

Day 3 - Gangtok / Yuksum

Morning after an early breakfast drive to reach Yuksum (1780 M) by covering 123 kms in 7 hrs. Yuksum is the oldest capital of Sikkim where the first King was consecrated in 1642 A.D. It also has the oldest existing Monastery built during 1700 A.D. Arrive Yuksum and check into Trekkers Hut for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 4 - Yuksum - Bakhim

Morning after breakfast start the first leg of trekking to reach Bakim (3005 M) by covering 13 kms in 4 hrs. The track is a gradual ascends and descend through the dense verdant semi-tropical forest following the Pairag Chu. Arrive and check into Forest Hut for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 5 - Bakhim - Dzongri

Morning after breakfast start trekking to reach Dzongri (4030 M) along a well marked track by covering 12 kms in 4 hrs. Initially the track climbs steeply. But as the track is through fascinating Rhododendron bushes running riot with colours, one may not feel the limb. Arrive at Dzongri and checkinto Trekkers Hut for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 6 - Dzongri - Tangsing

Morning after breakfast start trekking to reach Thangsing (3800 M) by covering 8 kms in 3 hrs. One can have fantastic view of Mt. Kanchenjunga, Mt. Pandim, Mt. Kabru etc. from the Dzongri Pass. Continue to reach Thangsing for overnight stay in tents.

Day 7 - Tangsing - Simiti Lake

Morning after breakfast start trekking to reach Simiti lake (4200 M) by covering 8 kms in 3 hrs. Simiti is one of the high altitude fresh water lakes found in the bosom of mighty Himalayan range.This is also considered a very sacred lake. Arrive and camp by the side of the lake. Dinner and overnight stay in camp.

Day 8 - Simiti Lake - Gochala - Simiti Lake

Morning after breakfast start trekking to reach Gochala (5000 M) by covering 14 kms in 5 hrs. From the pass one can see the lofty and majestic Mt.Kanchanjunga, Mt.Kabru and Kabru Dome etc. Return to Samiti Lake for Dinner and overnight stay in tents.

Day 9 - Simiti Lake - Tangsing

Morning after breakfast start trekking to reach Thangsing by covering 8 kms in 3 hrs. A downhill easy trek, with a few sharp & steep ascents. Arrive and pitch tents. balance day free. Dinner and overnight stay in tents.

Day 9 - SIMITI LAKE / TANGSING

Day 10 - Tangsing - Dzongri

Morning after breakfast start trekking to reach Dzongri by covering 8 kms in 3 hrs. Arrive and pitch tents. balance day free. Lunch, Dinner and overnight stay in tents.

Day 11 - Dzongri - Toska

Morning after breakfast start trekking to reach Tsoka (3710 M) by covering 9 kms in 3 hrs. The trek winds its way down upto Phedong, from here the Rhododendron trail starts. Arrive at Tsoka for a cozy dinner and overnight stay in the Trekkers Hut.

Day 12 - Toska - Yuksum

Morning after breakfast start trekking to reach the Yuksum by covering 5 kms in 2 hrs. Rest of the day free to visit the oldest Monastery and the surrounding area. Lunch, Dinner & Overnight stay in Trekkers Hut.

Day 13 - Yuksum - Pemayangtse

Morning after breakfast drive to reach Pemayangtse (2085 M) by covering 30 kms in 1 hr. Pemayangtse is one of the oldest and important Monastery in Sikkim. Visit the Monastery. Proceed to reach Gangtok (1810 M) by covering 110 kms in 5 hrs. Later on arrival in Gangtok check into hotel Norkhill. Blance day free. Lunch, dinner andb overnight stay in hotel.

Day 14 -

Pemayangtse - Transfer to airport.

Contact Detail

Yak and Yeti Travels & Expeditions

Contact Person :- Mr Satish Bardewa
31-A, National Highway, Zero Point, Gangtok, Sikkim, India - 737101
Web Address :- http://www.yaknyetitravels.com

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