What is Goechala famous for?

This time GOECHALA TREK – A Trek That Takes You Close To The World’s Third Highest Mountain!! Goechala is a rare “high” altitude trail among the treks in Sikkim that takes you close to the world’s 3rd highest mountain. It is famous for its grand view of mount Kanchenjunga and other high Himalayan peaks.

How do I get to Goechala Trek?

To reach Goechala, you must initially reach Yuksom in Sikkim. Your trek begins and concludes here. Yuksom is around 150 kms from the conjuncture of Siliguri, New Jalpaiguri (NJP), and Bagdogra in West Bengal. You can arrive at NJP/Siliguri/Bagdogra by train or air.

Is there snow in Goechala Trek?

Summer (April-May) Goechala trekkers will experience heavy snow during this season. Pristine white sceneries await trekkers. Red rhododendrons bloom in April setting the trail from Phedang to Dzongri alight with colors.

Can you see Everest from Sandakphu?

Sandakphu or Sandakpur (3636 m; 11,930 ft) is a mountain peak in the Singalila Ridge on the border between India and Nepal. Four of the five highest peaks in the world, Everest, Kangchenjunga, Lhotse and Makalu can be seen from its summit. It also affords a pristine view of the entire Kangchenjunga Range.

When is the best time to do Goechala Trek?

The best time to do Goechala Trek is in the months of September and October. However, you can also attempt this trek in the months of April and May. You should definitely avoid the tracks from June to September as the monsoons create problems like landslides, muddy and slippery paths which makes trekking extremely dangerous.

What is tretrekking in Sikkim like?

Trekking in Sikkim is always a blessing for anyone looking for peace and serenity in their trek along with thrill and adventure. Since this trek is a difficult grade trek, you cannot simply get up from your office chairs and traverse this trek.

What is the height of the Goechala Trek?

The Goechala Trek’s height towers at an altitude of 15,100 ft are situated in Sikkim, one of the most beautiful states of India, it is also the smallest state in India and the cleanest.

Why Goechala is the best place to visit in Nepal?

At that time, Goechala emerged as the closest solace. The trail promised a brilliant close-up to the third highest mountain of the world and offered breathtaking views of the Singalila range from the Dzongri top. Sunrise on the Kanchenjunga Range