Overview

The Goechala Trek in Sikkim is one of India’s most scenic Himalayan adventures, offering breathtaking close-up views of Mt. Kanchenjunga — the world’s third-highest peak. Starting from Yuksom, the trail passes through lush rhododendron forests, serene alpine meadows, glacial lakes, and traditional mountain villages. The journey culminates at Goechala Pass (4,940 m), where trekkers witness a spectacular panorama of the Eastern Himalayas bathed in golden sunrise hues.

Highlights

Mt. Kanchenjunga
Mt. Pandim
Mt.Kabru
Mt. Simvo
Blooming rhododendrons, orchids, and a chance to spot Himalayan birds and blue sheep.
Sikkim’s Buddhist heritage.

Day 01 :

Drive from 2 Mile Check Post, Bhakti Nagar Police Station to Yuksom

In cases of bad weather/ road conditions, the vehicle might have to go through Darjeeling.

Day 02 :

Trek from Yuksom to Sachen

Trek gradient is moderate-difficult. Gradual climb for 2.5 hours after which the trail becomes steeper up to Sachen.

Day 03 :

Sachen to Tshoka via Bakhim

Moderate gradient with initial rolling terrain through the forests and 40 minutes of ascent from Bakhim in a series of long switchbacks after which the trail eases off into a gradual climb.

Day 04 :

Tshoka to Dzongri via Phedang

Day 05 :

Dzongri to Dzongri Top and back. Acclimatization day at Dzongri

The day starts with a climb to Dzongri Top. Dzongri Top at 13,670 ft, is the highest point from where you get 180-degree panoramic view of the mighty peaks such as Kakthong, Rothang, Kabru South, Kabru North, Kabru Dome, Kanchenjunga, Pandim, and the Lama Lamini peaks.

Day 06 :

Dzongri to Thansing via Kokchurang

Day 07 :

Thansing to View Point 1 via Samiti Lake; and back to Thansing

Day 08 :

Thansing to Tshoka via Kokchurang and Phedang

Day 09 :

Tshoka to Yuksom via Bakhim and Sachen

Day 10 :

Drive back from Yuksom to 2 Mile Check Post, Bhakti Nagar Police Station