Sikkim, India
Goechala Trek
Dzongri · Thansing · Kanchenjunga views
4.8(49 sample reviews)TrekChallenging
- Duration
- 11D / 10N
- Difficulty
- Challenging
- Group size
- 10–14 trekkers
- Best season
- Mar – Jun, Oct – Nov
- Pickup / drop
- Bagdogra / NJP → Bagdogra / NJP
- Max altitude
- 4,940 m
Overview
Sikkim's signature trek, ending at a viewpoint facing Kanchenjunga's 14 peaks. Long days and thin air — a proper expedition.
- Sunrise on Kanchenjunga from Viewpoint 1
- Rhododendron forests in bloom
- Samiti Lake at dawn
- Remote Himalayan villages
Route: Bagdogra → Yuksom → Dzongri → Thansing → Goechala
Day-by-day itinerary
Day1Bagdogra to YuksomDrive into Sikkim
A long drive to Yuksom, the first capital of Sikkim.
- Drive into Sikkim
- Meals
- Dinner
- Stay
- Hotel in Yuksom
- Altitude
- 1,780 m
Day2Yuksom to SachenInto the forest
Begin the trek through dense forest along the Rathong river.
- Into the forest
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Stay
- Camp
- Altitude
- 2,200 m
Day3Sachen to TshokaClimb to the first village
Walk to the Tibetan village of Tshoka.
- Climb to the first village
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Stay
- Trekkers' hut
- Altitude
- 3,000 m
Day4Tshoka to DzongriRhododendron ridges
A steep climb to Dzongri top.
- Rhododendron ridges
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Stay
- Camp
- Altitude
- 4,030 m
Day5Dzongri acclimatisationDzongri peak sunrise
Sunrise over Kabru and Pandim.
- Dzongri peak sunrise
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Stay
- Camp
- Altitude
- 4,030 m
Day6Dzongri to ThansingHigh meadows
Cross Kokchurong to Thansing.
- High meadows
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Stay
- Camp
- Altitude
- 3,870 m
Day7Thansing to LamuneyToward the lake
A gradual climb to Lamuney.
- Toward the lake
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Stay
- Camp
- Altitude
- 4,150 m
Day8Goechala summit dayViewpoint 1
Pre-dawn climb to Viewpoint 1 and back to Thansing.
- Viewpoint 1
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Stay
- Camp
- Altitude
- 4,940 m
Day9Thansing to TshokaDescent
Descend through forests.
- Descent
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Stay
- Trekkers' hut
- Altitude
- 3,000 m
Day10Tshoka to YuksomFinal descent
Return to Yuksom.
- Final descent
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Stay
- Hotel in Yuksom
- Altitude
- 1,780 m
Day11DepartureBack to Bagdogra
Drive to Bagdogra / NJP.
- Back to Bagdogra
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Stay
- —
What’s included
- Stays10 nights in guesthouses and trek camps
- MealsAll meals on the trek, breakfast at base
- Base-camp transfersPick-up and drop at the base point
- Certified trek leaderTrek leader, guides and support staff
- PermitsForest, camping and trek permits
- Safety kitOxygen cylinder, first aid and emergency evacuation plan
Not included
- Travel to and from the base point
- Porter / mule charges for personal luggage
- Personal expenses and tips
- Travel insurance
- 5% GST
- Anything not mentioned under inclusions
What to pack
- Trekking shoes (broken in) and gaiters
- Three warm layers and a rain shell
- Trekking poles
- Headlamp with spare batteries
- Sunglasses, sunscreen, lip balm
- 2 L hydration setup
- Personal medication
- ID proof
Good to know
- Stay
- 10 nights in handpicked stays on twin or triple sharing.
- Transport
- Private vehicle for all transfers and sightseeing, with an experienced local driver.
- Meeting point
- Bagdogra / NJP — your trip captain holds a BYKO board. Exact timings are shared a week before departure.
- Age group
- 18–50 years
- Itinerary order can change due to weather, road or permit conditions.
- Prices, availability and seat counts shown are demonstration values.
Cancellation: Free reschedule up to 30 days before departure; staged cancellation charges after that. (Placeholder terms — see the cancellation policy page.) Full policy
Upcoming departures
Next dates: 04 Nov 2026 · 18 Nov 2026 · 02 Dec 2026 · 26 Mar 2027. Pick one in the booking card.
Frequently asked questions
Is this trip suitable for first-time travellers?
Difficulty is rated "Challenging". Our trip captain briefs the group every morning and adjusts the pace so everyone is comfortable.
What is the group size?
We keep groups small — 10–14 trekkers. That means faster check-ins, better conversations and more flexibility on the road.
Can I customise this itinerary?
Yes. For private groups, couples or families we can tailor dates, stays and activities. Send an enquiry from the Custom Trips page or call us.
What is the cancellation policy?
Cancellation terms depend on how close to departure you cancel. See the cancellation policy page for the (placeholder) schedule used in this demo.
Traveller reviews
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Meera K.
Aug 2025
“Every detail felt considered, but nothing felt over-planned. Exactly how travel should be.”
Rohan & Mira
Aug 2025
“The best kind of luxury is having someone else handle the details while you enjoy the view.”
Nisha P.
Mar 2025
“A beautifully paced escape with the right mix of planning, freedom and surprise.”
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