With the Goecha La Trek, explore the eastern Himalayas! The enchanting charisma of North East offers a delight that is Goecha La, a high mountain pass, 50 km from the capital city of Gangtok in Sikkim. It stands thriving in the Kanchenjunga National Park region amidst Himalayan ranges, streams meandering through meadows and lush forests, making it a popular destination for trekking enthusiasts. The highlight of this trek is the enrapturing mountain views from a majestic pinnacle of 15,100 ft. The Dzongri peak not only offers the sight of Kanchenjunga but 16 other towering peaks of the Himalayas. This unparalleled sight of Kanchenjunga from here is even featured in the INR 100 denominator banknotes. The trek will also provide splendid sightseeing opportunities in hill stations like Gangtok and all of Sikkim, at a height of 5500 m above sea level!
The Goecha La trek starts at the cultural city of Yuksom to Sachen, Tshoka along Prek Chu River with small Buddhist monastery for a quick stop. The highlight of this rather difficult trek is the Dzongri top at 13,600 ft and its magnificent view attracting travelers from across the globe. During this trek in Sikkim, you continue to Tshanging‘s valleys and meadows on a slope of Pandim and reach Samiti Lake and the Zemathang Plateau- the gateway to Goechala, which is the eventual destination of this mystifying experience of trekking in Gangtok and northeast India.
The Goecha La trek offers overnight camps amidst these beautiful destinations and you will be guided by qualified and experienced trek leaders and staff. With Sikkim weather known for its sub-zero temperatures, especially during the colder weather, this splendid trek in the eastern Himalayas will give you an equally splendid camping experience in the mountains! The trek takes you to some of the coldest places in India! The Geocha La Trek is an exhilarating adventure to explore and experience nature in its ingenuousness
