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| Code No SHT- 6: GOCHELA TREK
EXPLORE WEST SIKKIM |
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Dzongri is situated at an altitude of about
13,000-ft., in west Sikkim. It offers the trekker a
most fascinating close-up view of Khangchendzonga
and Mt. Pandim. To the west rises the long outline
of the Kyangla ridge. Dzongri is trekker’s
paradise.Goecha La is situated at an altitude of
about16,000ft.
Geocha La offers a mind catching sight of the
mountains like Pandim, Khangchendzonga and the
others. The trek to Geocha La really is getting out
& getting trekked. |
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Itinerary (Goecha La Trek):
Grade:Moderate
Altitude:4000M
Time:April,May,October,November
Duration:8days
Average Walking time: 4-5 hours per day |
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Day01:Darjeeling-Yuksom):Arrive
Darjeeling. Dzongri or Goecha La Trek begins. Meet
Himalayan Trekker representative. Arrive in the
afternoon at Yuksom ( 1800m ). After lunch at camp ,
excursion to Norbu Gang - The Coronation Throne of
the First Chogyal of Sikkim and Dubdi Monastery.
Evening, briefing by the Trek Manager. Meals and
overnight at camp. |
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Day02:Yuksom-Bakhim):On
second day of Dzongri or Goecha La Trek, after
breakfast we start the trek (12 kms) to the small
Tibetan settlement of Bakhim (2800 m). The trail
passes through the forest of Rhododendrons,
magnolias and Oaks. There are a number of suspension
bridges and streams of crystal clear water. Hot
lunch on the way . After the last bridge is crossed
a comparatively steep climb of 45 mins brings us to
the campsite for the day, Bakhim. Overnight in
Bakhim. |
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Day3:Bakhim-Dzongri):After
breakfast trek ( 10 kms / 06 /07 hrs ) to Dzongri. (
4000m ). The track is through one of the most
beautiful Rhododendron forest in the himalayas.
There are different varieties of Rhododendrons,
ranging from the Rhododendron Grande to The
rhododendron Nivale. The flora becomes sparse as one
climbs higher up. Hot lunch on the way at Phedang.
The climb after lunch takes us to Deorali top from
where the mountains can be seen at a closer range .
The trail from here is flat and a little descending
till Dzongri. Overnight camp at Dzongri. |
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Day4:Dzongri-Thansing):On
Day 4, we take an early morning walk to Dzongri Top
to witness spectacular sunrise view over the
Kangchendzonga Ranges. After breakfast trek ( 6 kms
/03/ 04 hrs) to Thansing.( 3746 m). The trail
descends down to the river and a gradual climb
through the river bank and a mixed forest brings us
to Thangsing. The peaks of Tinchingkhang and Jopuno
tower right on top of this valley and Mt. Pandim
appears straight ahead. Overnight camp at Thangsing. |
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Day5:Thangsing-SamitiLake):Dzongri
or Goecha La Trek continues with an after breakfast
trek (4 kms /04 hrs ) to Lake Samiti (4300m). The
lake is considered Holy by both the Buddhists and
Hindus alike and the pilgrims come here to pray and
offer incenses to the guardian diety of sikkim,
Kanchenjunga. Overnight camp at Lake Samiti. |
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Day6:SamitiLake-GoechaLa-Thangsing):On
day 6 of Dzongri or Goecha La Trek, we take a very
early morning excursion (07 / 08 hrs ) to The Pass -
Goecha La ( 5000m ).The trail is through moraines
and rocks and passes through the dried glacial lake
of Zemathang and the Juniper medow of Nimashang.
After spending sometime at the pass, head back to
Samiti Lake where Hot lunch will be served before
proceeding further down to Thangsing. Overnight at
camp. |
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Day7:Thangsing-Choka):After
breakfast , trek (14 kms / 6-7 hrs) back to Choka
(3000 m). Hot lunch on the way. Overnight at camp. |
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Day8:Choka-Yuksom):After
breakfast trek (16 kms / 5-6 hrs ) to Yuksom. Hot
lunch on the way. Overnight at camp. Camp fire (IF
POSSIBLE) and dances by the staff . Farewell dinner. |
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Day9-10: =Youksam –
Darjeeling additonal tour or drive to Bagdora Air
Port,New Jalpiguri Railway station or Bhadrapur Air
Port Nepal for onward journey with unforgettable
memories of the himalayas. |
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Cost Include
Trek cost Include:
>Accommodation on full bord basis in Darjeeling,
Kalingpong and Gangtok.
>All internal transport in Sikkim
>Gear package includeing Kit bag max 15kg per
person.
>Gear Package include kit bag,sleeping Bag, down
jacket and insulated mat while trekking.
>Trek = tented camp with the services of our trek
crew, camping equipment
>Services of a professional guide and trekking staff
>Poters Dzo or Horse to carry all gear max 20Kg for
Poters and 50Kg for Pack Animals.
>Food Includes 1-Bed Tea. 2-Break Fast.3-Lunch Both
Pack and Hot Lunch.4-Tea and Snacks.5-Soup, Dinner
and Deserts every Day during the Trek and at Lachen
for 2nights. Indian we served Chinese and
continental dishes and also sikkimes dishes.
>All First Aid and High Altitude Medicine For the
trek.
>Complementary souvenirs from Sikkim.
>All trekking fees and local permits |
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Trek Cost does not Include:
>Items of a personal nature such as phone
calls,laundry,etc.
>Personal expenses like, tea, beverages, alcoholic
drinks, telephone calls, tips and gratuities
>Medicare & insurance (Clients should have an all
inclusive insurance policy that soul cover medical,
emergency evacuations, baggage loss or damage, etc)
>Additional services not mentioned above in the
included clause Tips
>Travel Incurance
>Please note, that costs quoted are as per the above
package and there will be no refunds for services
not utilized for any reasons whatsoever.
>Initially Sikkim Holidays quoted you a basic cost
that covered Goechala Trek. With your requirements
the costs have increased proportionally but you can
rest assured that it is money for value as we will
be offering you the best in services. |
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For further Information send us email at: -
info@sikkim-holidays.com / barap14@hotmail.com /
bradxxx14@gmail.com |
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