Goechala Trek Highlights
The still lake of Samiti with the views of Pandim Peak with melt your heart away, along with mystical settings of Thangshing.
Not to be missed Sunrise view from Dzongri Top of Kanchenjunga, where the mountain looks beautiful as the sun rises and changes the colour.
The southeast face of Mt. Kanchenjunga, the world's third highest mountain, can be viewed from the goechala pass
Experience the cuddling features of thick rhododendron forests of Kanchenjunga National Park, where the forst doesn't end at 10,000 ft.
Pha Khola, Tshushay Khola and Mentogang Khola - the suspension bridges over the Prekchu river will leave you in surprise

Goechala Trek Overview
About GoechaLa Pass Trek:

GoechaLa trek is nestled at a height of 16,207 ft, with a closer look at the third-highest peak-Mt. Kanchenjunga. It is a dream and desire for hundreds of adventure lovers. Bounded by the mesmerizing flora and fauna, which are so vibrant and colourful to cheer up one's mood.

The GoechaLa pass trek is a bundle of big summits, making it an absolute adventure to embark on. The trail link with the famous Kanchenjunga National Park, where one can witness the true nature, enough to revitalize your senses. To watch the mountains clearly, April and May are the ideal months. Since the sky is completely clear during this time and the sunset-sunrise views can be captured.



GoechaLa Pass Trek Quick Facts:

GoechaLa Trek duration: 10D/9N

Maximum Altitude: 16207 ft

Difficulty Level: Difficult

GoechaLa Trek Distance: 90 Km

Temperature Range: April - June: 15 to 22 Degrees (Days); -1 to 7 Degrees (Nights), September – Nov: 10 to 15 Degrees (Days); -5 to 5 Degrees (Nights)

GoechaLa Trek Best Time: April end - May And September - November

Railway Station: New Jalpaiguri (NJP) is the nearest railway station, which is 150 km away from Yuksom

Airport: Bagdogra Airport which is 155 km from Yuksom

ATM: Yuksom is the last point where you can find the ATM.

Starting and Ending point: Yuksom


Goechala Trek Package Inclusions:

2 Nights Guest House / Homestay accommodation in Yuksom on a Quad/Triple Sharing basis.
7 Nights Tented accommodation while on the trek on a triple sharing basis.
All Veg Meals from 2nd Day Lunch to till 9th Day Lunch while on Trek
Morning, evening tea/coffee served with light snacks while on the trek.
Trekking Equipment like Sleeping bags, Sleeping mattresses, Sleeping tents, utensils.
All fees and permits for Indians are included in the Goechala trek package.
All meals are included from dinner on Day 1 to Breakfast on Day 10.
Basic First Aid Medical kit, Oxygen Cylinder, and Oxi Meter.
Qualified and experienced Trek Leader and support staff.


Available dates:

May - 1,8,15,22,29

June - 5

September - 18,25

October - 2,9,16,23,30

November - 6,13,20,27

[ Note: If you are a group of 5 or more people then the dates can be customized]



How to Reach Yuksom:

By Train:-

New Jalpaiguri or NJP is a major railway station located southwest of Sikkim. There are many long-distance trains that arrive or pass through the NJP station. You can choose to come to Kolkata and take one of the many trains to NJP. If you are coming from Delhi or the north part of India, try to take any northeast train which directly goes to NJP bypassing Kolkata.



By Flight:-

Flying to Bagdogra is another option that you can choose through flights to Bagdogra tend to be pricier than those to Kolkata. You will get flights from almost all the Metro cities of India.



NOTE- There are shared taxis available frequently from Bus Stand/ Railway Station/ Airport. It costs approx. Rs 3500 per vehicle (shared between 5-6 trekkers).