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Itinerary Description

Grade: Difficult
Location: SIKKIM
Maximum Altitude: 4600 mts
Duration: 10 Days

The coveted Goechala trip brings hikers up close and with the third tallest mountain range in the world, which is tucked away deep within the lush woods of the Kanchenjunga National Park. This journey continues to be a favourite of both trekkers and trek guides because of more than just the opportunity to get close to the iconic Mt. Kanchenjunga. The most fascinating aspect of this walk is how close-up and life-size some of the famous Himalayan peaks seem. For instance, on the fifth day of the walk, we\'ll set up camp directly beneath Mount Pandim. The peak of Mt. Pandim seems deceptively close by the time we reach summit day as if it is just a day\'s journey away! The strong alpenglow one experiences on the hike tops the excitement of being close to such enormous peaks. A sensation that will live in the back of your mind for a lifetime is watching these otherwise immovable peaks, notably, Mt. Kanchenjunga, melt into molten gold in front of you in the early morning sun. Other highlights of the Goechala Trek include long suspension bridges that cross through thick forest, a calm monastery at 3000 metres, and a beautiful lake that rests just below the top.

Short Itinerary

Siliguri to Yuksom  (1720 mts) 150 km drive (7 to 8 hours)

Yuksom (1720 mts) to Sachen (2195 mts) 7.5 km (5 to 5.5 hours)

Sachen (2638 mts) to Tshoka (2900 mts) 6.5 km (5 to 5.5 hours)

Tshoka (2900 mts) to Dzongri (3970 mts)  via Phedang 8.4 km (6 to 8 hours)

Dzongri (3970 mts) to Dzongri Top (4020 mts) and Back 2 km (2 to 3 hours)

Dzongri (3970 mts) to Thansing (3704 mts) 6.5 km (4 to 5 hours)

Thansing (3, 704 M) to View Point 1 (4602 mts) and back Thansing (3704 mts) 16 km (12 to 13 hours)

Thansing (3704 mts) to Tshoka (2900 mts) 13 km (6 to 7 hours)

Tshoka (2,900 mts) to Yuksom (1720 mts) 13 km (6 to 7 hours)

Yuksom to Siliguri 150 km drive (7 to 8 hours)

Detailed Itinerary


Day 1

Siliguri to Yuksom  (1720 mts) 150 km drive (7 to 8 hours)

Day 2

Yuksom (1720 mts) to Sachen (2195 mts) 7.5 km (5 to 5.5 hours)

Day 3

Sachen (2638 mts) to Tshoka (2900 mts) 6.5 km (5 to 5.5 hours)

Day 4

Tshoka (2900 mts) to Dzongri (3970 mts)  via Phedang 8.4 km (6 to 8 hours)

Day 5

Dzongri (3970 mts) to Dzongri Top (4020 mts) and Back 2 km (2 to 3 hours)

Day 6

Dzongri (3970 mts) to Thansing (3704 mts) 6.5 km (4 to 5 hours)

Day 7

Thansing (3, 704 M) to View Point 1 (4602 mts) and back Thansing (3704 mts) 16 km (12 to 13 hours)

Day 8

Thansing (3704 mts) to Tshoka (2900 mts) 13 km (6 to 7 hours)

Day 9

Tshoka (2,900 mts) to Yuksom (1720 mts) 13 km (6 to 7 hours)

Day 10

Yuksom to Siliguri 150 km drive (7 to 8 hours)

WHAT'S INCLUDED

  • Meals during the trek (Starting Lunch on Day 2 till Breakfast on Day 9)
  • Forest Permits/Camping Charges , if any (Upto the amount charged for Indian nationals)
  • 2 Nights guest house stay in Yuksom on sharing basis
  • Tents on twin sharing basis, Sleeping bags, mats
  • Mountaineering course certified Trek Leader with First Aid certification
  • Safety Equipment includes static rescue rope, seat harness, carabiners, pulleys
  • Services of an experienced Trek guide, cook, helpers.
  • Porters or mules for carrying common supplies

WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED

  • Meals during road journeys
  • Transportation from Siliguri to Yuksom and back to Siliguri.
  • Additional Forest/Camping charges for foreign nationals. Approx INR 5000/- to be paid extra by the foreign nationals.
  • Meals during Hotel/Guest House Stay
  • Cost of any kind of Insurance
  • Any expense of personal nature
  • Any expense not specified in the inclusion list.

Are you eligible for this adventure?

Annapurna Base Camp Trek takes you to a height of 4,130M and is rated a moderate level trek for its long trekking distances. For its elevation and distances, it is recommended for trekkers with some prior experience in the high-altitudes.

Grade

Difficult

Max Altitude

4600 mts

Distance

61 km

BRS

WMRS Level Required

Terrain

Terrain

Skills

Prerequisite Skills

Fitness

Fitness Benchmark

WMRS Level Required

WMRS 5

Annapurna Base Camp Trek is a level 4 adventure on the Bikat Rating Scale.

This makes it mandatory for you to have high-altitude experience of preferably multiple treks marked at level 3 on the WMRS. The altitude, the terrain, and the nature of the climb demand a certain level of endurance and a need for you to be aware of how your body reacts to the various features of the high-altitude environment.

If you do not know what level of WMRS trek would suit you best, worry not! Fill out this Form:

We will send you a progression chart to help you comfortably get out of your comfort zone in order to level up and ultimately reach your highest potential in the big, bad world of outdoor adventure.

Packing List

This is a list of essential items for individuals doing the trek with Bikat Adventures. This list contains only those items which the participants are required to bring with them. The list excludes those items which are provided by Bikat Adventures on the trek. We have divided the items into five categories. All the items in the list are essential except for those marked as optional.

🟩 Trekking Gear
  • Ruck sack bag with rain cover. Qty -1
  • . Day Pack Bag - Recommended for treks with summit day
  • Head Torch with spare Batteries. Qty -1
  • U V protection sunglasses. Qty -1*
  • Water Bottles: 2 bottles of 1 liter each*
🟩 Footwear
  • Non-skid, deep treaded, high-ankle with water resistant trekking shoes Qty -1
  • Pair of light weight Crocks/Sandals Qty -1
🟩 Clothing
  • Quick Dry Warm lower or Track Pants. Qty – 2*
  • Full sleeves T-shirts/ Sweatshirts. 1 for every 2 days of trekking
  • Pair of thick woolen socks. 1 pair for every two days of trekking
  • Thermal Body warmer Upper & Lower. Qty-1
  • Undergarments. Qty - 1 for every day of trekking
  • Warm jacket closed at wrist & neck .Qty-1
  • Full sleeves sweater. Qty -1
  • Rain wear (Poncho/ Jacket & Pants) . Qty-1
  • Pair of waterproof, warm gloves. Qty-1
  • Woolen cap. Qty-1
  • Sun shielding Hat. Qty -1
🟩 Toiletries
  • Personal toiletries kit (Small Towel, Toilet paper, paper soap, Bar soap, toothbrush, toothpaste, cold cream, etc.)
  • Sun screen lotion small pack. Qty -1 (Minimum SPF 30)
  • Lip Balm small pack. Qty-1
🟩 Miscellaneous
  • Camera (Optional)
  • Carry your medicines in plenty in case you have any specific ailment. Consult your doctor before joining the trek.
  • Dry fruits, Nuts, Chocolate bars (Optional)
    Here are a couple of tutorials on What & How to pack your rucksack for your upcoming trek from our experts:
Note-
  • *For long trek please carry one spare sunglass
  • *In winter trek please try to carry one hot water bottle
  • * For long and winter trek to carry warm pent one pair

Frequently Asked Questions

Goecha La Trek is a difficult trek. It is a 9-day difficult trek that requires climbing to a height of 4600 metres. The climbs are steep and the trek begins at dawn and end at dusk. One must be appropriately fit and have prior experience of high altitude treks. Only seasoned trekkers and the people who have some experience in moderate level treks should participate in Goechala trek. On TWM scale Goechala trek difficulty level is 5.

One should have at least 7-10 Himalayan trekking days in their kitty, Experience of trekking at altitudes higher than 3700 metres.

Jog/Run for 5 Kms in 25-30 mins or Walk continuously for 10 kms (with 3-4 small breaks) on plain terrain (slight incline is better) - You would be required to produce a screenshot from a fitness app testifying the same Hold your breath for 30-35 seconds

Ascending & Descending on snow Basics of Mountain Sickness Basics of Mountain Hazards How to cross small and large ?water streams How to use basic mountaineering equipment like gaiters & micro spikes Basic principles of acclimatization

It is one of the greenest trails in the north-east Himalayas. Goecha La Trek is not for the faint-hearted. From the dense forest covered trail to the snow under your feet, Goecha la trek has it all. The trek is especially well known for the views it has to offer. The Kanchenjunga peak is visible from the trail. The varied flora and fauna found in the trail are the also one of the major attractions of the Goechala as a part of the trail lies in the Kanchenjunga National Park.

Goechala Trek best time is April-May, September-December.

The start and end point of Goechala trek is Yuksom, a township in Sikkim. There are no direct buses or trains to this place. But you can try these?travel options for base point of Goecha La trek?. The only way to reach this place is by hiring a jeep or taxi from NJP/Siliguri. By rail:?The nearest railways station to Yuksom is New Jalpaiguri Station (NJP). it is located 150 km from Yuksom. There are a number of trains from Delhi to NJP that you can board like Avadh Assam Express, Ndls Njp Sf Express. The jeep ride from NJP to Yuksom will take about 6-7 hours. Get an early morning taxi from the taxi stand at Siliguri Railway Station. Avoid travelling in night since the road condition is bad. By air:?The nearest airport to Yuksom is Bagdogra Airport, about 170 km from Yuksom and 12 km from Siliguri. There are direct flights from New Delhi to Bagdogra. The jeep ride from Siliguri to Yuksom will take about 6-7 hours to reach. For backward journey, the taxis are easily available from Yuksom to bagdogra/NJP/Siliguri. Start your road journey in the morning.

There is no network reception beyond Yuksom. If you are lucky, you can find network till Tsokha.

Yuksom is a beautiful town in Geyzing district of Sikkim. It was earlier the capital of Sikkim. There are a number of heavenly places to visit in Yuksom. Khecheopalri Lake is one of the largest lakes in Sikkim. This magical lake is considered to be a secretion of Goddess Tara. Khangchendzonga National Park is where you can find endless variety of endangered species of plants and animals. Tashi Tenka is another attraction which offers 360 degree views of Yuksom Village. There are also a number of monasteries in yuksom like Tashiding monastery and Katok monastery.

The minimum age limit is 13 years. However, minors aged between 13 to 17 should be accompanied with their parents or guardians. If you are above the age of 60, kindly carry a medical certificate from your doctor that deem you fit for adventure activities like trekking.

When you arrive in Yuksom for Goechala trek, your stay will be made at a local guesthouse. The rooms will be provided on either twin or triple sharing basis. You will receive the details of your accommodation through email a few days prior to the trek. On trekking days, all the trekkers will be accommodated in twin or triple sharing tents. Along with this, there will also be a toilet tent and a dining tent installed at every campsite as we roll.

We provide 4 seasons tents by Gipfel for higher altitudes which can easily withstand heavy snowfall and storms. They are spacious enough to accommodate 3 people at once with a vestibule to place the backpacks. Our sleeping bags are made up of Heatseeker Pro synthetic insulation that can provide you comfort in -10 degrees celsius. We also use additional fleece liners to have thermal efficiency even in the extreme temperatures of -17 degrees celsius.

Toilet tents will be provided to you on the trek. These are portable toilets tents where a deep pit will be dug. A shovel will be provided inside the tent to cover the waste after you have made your business. You can take a toilet roll inside. Make sure you dig used toilet paper along with the waste. Though water is recommended in place of toilet paper. Please refrain from using wet wipes as they are non-biodegradable. There will be no facility for bathing on the trek. Go through our blog section for tips on how to maintain personal hygiene on treks.

You will be provided with good quality gaiters and microspikes from us depending upon the situation of the snow. Our trek leaders will also be carrying ropes and ice ax.

Vegetarian food will be served throughout the trek. The only non-vegetarian item served on our treks are eggs. Our kitchen staff follows a proper menu for breakfast, lunch, and dinner which has been designed in order to fulfill the nutritional requirements of the participants. There will be milk, poha, eggs, muesli/corn flakes, bread, and butter served in breakfast. Rice or simple roti sabzi will be packed for lunch. In dinner, you will have dal, egg curry or any other vegetarian dish along with rice, roti, and a dessert item. Packed lunch will be provided to you on the days you are trekking. You are requested to carry your own tiffin box and a mug to consume food. The meals consumed on the journey and arrival day are not included in our cost.

You can rent the following items from us- Trekking Pole, Trekking Shoes, Fleece Jacket, Rucksack

During the day, the temperature will range from 13-18 degrees Celsius. The nights will get cold dropping the temperature to 3-5 degrees Celsius. The higher the altitude you gain, the colder it gets. There will be a fall in temperature October onwards

You can expect snow in the first season near View Point 1 i.e. in March-May. You can expect to witness good amount of snow in the months of November and December.

If you want to offload your rucksack, you will have to make a request for offloading a few days prior to the trek through an email so that arrangement can be made in advance. You will be charged per day for offloading your rucksack. In case you decide to offload on the spot, you may have to pay a higher price than usual. However, offloading your rucksack is not recommended since it is not a safe practice.

A team of the participant will be led by a course certified trek leader and a local guide. All participants are requested to abide by what their leader says. There will also be a team of kitchen staff and porters on the trek. We maintain a 1:8 ratio of trek leader and participants. All our trek leaders and staff have certified training in first-aid and rescue operation.

Yes, the trekking pole is necessary. If you don?t want to buy one, you can rent it from us on minimal daily basis charges. You can request the renting link from us.

Yuksom, the starting point of Goechala is a small town with a very small market. Please do not leave anything for last minute buying.

Yes, it is absolutely safe for a solo woman to travel in fix departures. Women on the trek will be sharing a tent with each other. In case you are a single woman on the trek, you will be given a separate tent.

Yes, e-certificates will be given at the end of each trek provided that you completed it. It will bear your name, the trek, and the maximum altitude you achieved on the trek.

if you are arriving at NJP/Siliguri/Bagdogra Airport, then, you can avail transportation till Yuksom through us. The common pick up point will be Laddoo Gopal Restaurant, Near 2 Mile Check post, on Sevoke Road, in Siliguri. If you have booked your transportation through us, then, you are expected to reach the pick up point by 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM.

Expect to reach Yuksom late in the evening where your stay will be made at a local hotel/guest house. Make sure your bookings from Yuksom to your respective destinations is on the next day. Those who had availed our transport services, will be dropped off at Laddoo Gopal Restaurant, Near 2 Mile Check post, on Sevoke Road, in Siliguri, by/before 6:00 PM

ID Proof (Soft Copy to be sent to us in Advance & original to be carried), Medical Certificate (Soft Copy to be sent to us & original to be carried), Inner Line Permit (For Foreign National), Photocopy of ID Proof and Passport Size Photo are the mandatory documents required for the trek.

Why Wanderin Man?

(SET- Safety, Expertise & Trust )

Small Group Size
Safety
  • Small Group Size in the ratio of 6:1 (participant to leader)
  • No compromise on safety and sustainability promise
  • Experienced and Certified Mountaineering Professional Leaders
  • Region Mapped with Emergency Evacuation Plan
  • Certified Standard Equipment by UIAA (International Climbing and Mountaineering Federation certification) & other Similar Bodies
  • Minimized Risk Management Standard Operating Procedure are applied for every Trek and tour
  • Certified First Aid Support and Doctors* with constant availability of Safety Equipments like Medical Kit, Rescue Kit
  • Constant communication is aided with the help of Communication Devices
  • Certified and registered Transporter for transportation purpose
Qualified Trek Leaders
Expertise
  • Founders of the company have extensive experience of 15 years having organized approx 2000+ trekking, Expeditions and other adventure activities.
  • Wanderin’ Man Adventures operating expeditions above 8000 mts.
  • Under the umbrella of Wanderin’ Man Adventures 15 + adventure activities Programs have been organized
  • Founders have mountaineering certifications from the esteemed mountaineering institutes of India.
  • Team is composed of experienced mountaineers and trek leaders with thorough understanding of norms and procedures.
Guided Progression
Trust
  • Trust has been the hallmark of our company since its inception be it any program on the list.
  • Special emphasis is laid on the use of standard procedures and equipments as per the mountaineering norms
  • 95% of our clients have availed our service on repeat basis.
  • Our business has expanded primarily based on the “word of mouth” from our existing clients to new ones

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Cancellation Policy

Cash Refund (All events including Friendship Peak Expedition except other Mountaineering Expeditions) - Cash refunds are only available for bookings made without any discounts, such as promotional codes or dynamic discounts. Additionally, cash refunds are not available for shifted batch bookings or if the booking status is "Booked". The amount of the refund will be determined based on the following guidelines:

Cancellations made up to 45 days before the departure date

5% deduction

Cancellations made up to 31 days before the departure date

10% deduction

Cancellations made between 30 and 21 days before the departure date

25% deduction

Cancellations made between 20 and 11 days before the departure date

50% deduction

Cancellations made less than 11 days before the departure date are not eligible for a cash refund.

0% Refund

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