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Goechala Trek 11D/10N (Yuksom to Yuksom)

A classic high-altitude trek to Goecha La through Kanchendzonga National Park, with close-up views of Mt. Kanchenjunga and Samiti Lake.

Moderate to Difficult 11 Days / 10 Nights Yuksom 16,207 ft (Goecha La) ₹16,000 / person
Wetrekkers (Sandakphu Trek) - Goechala Division

Wetrekkers (Sandakphu Trek) - Goechala Division

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Siliguri, West Bengal, IN, 734006

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This 11-day, 10-night trek starts and ends at Yuksom, passing through Sachen, Tshoka, Dzongri, Thansing and Lamuney campsites before reaching Goecha La via Samiti Lake. Trekkers gain nearly 11,000 ft of elevation through dense forests, alpine meadows and glacial terrain, with a dedicated acclimatization day at Dzongri Top.
Base Village
Yuksom
Summit Altitude
16,207 ft (Goecha La)
Total Trek Distance
84.0 km
Batch Size
Up to 12 people
Age Criteria
16 to 55 years
Fitness Level
Ability to walk 12 km for 7 hours daily at high altitude

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1

Siliguri/NJP to Yuksom

Guest House

Drive approximately 150 km from Siliguri/NJP to Yuksom, the base village and gateway to Kanchendzonga National Park.

Dinner
Day 2

Yuksom to Sachen

Tents

Begin the trek through forest trails along the Rathong Chu river to reach the first campsite at Sachen.

All Meals
Day 3

Sachen to Tshoka

Trekkers Hut

Trek through dense rhododendron and oak forest, crossing a suspension bridge to reach Tshoka village.

All Meals
Day 4

Tshoka to Dzongri

Trekkers Hut

A steep climb through rhododendron forests opens into the high-altitude meadows of Dzongri.

All Meals
Day 5

Acclimatization at Dzongri Top

Trekkers Hut

Acclimatization day with an early morning hike to Dzongri Top for panoramic views of the Kanchenjunga range.

All Meals
Day 6

Dzongri to Thansing

Tents

Descend and traverse towards Thansing, walking in the shadow of Mt. Pandim.

All Meals
Day 7

Thansing to Lamuney

Tents

A short trek to Lamuney, the final campsite before Goecha La, with views of Samiti Lake nearby.

All Meals
Day 8

Lamuney to Goecha La via Samiti Lake, back to Thansing

Tents

Early morning summit push to Goecha La via Samiti Lake for sunrise views of Kanchenjunga, then descend back to Thansing.

All Meals
Day 9

Thansing to Tshoka

Trekkers Hut

Descend back through Dzongri to Tshoka village.

All Meals
Day 10

Tshoka to Yuksom

Guest House

Final descent through forest trails back to Yuksom village.

All Meals
Day 11

Yuksom to NJP

N/A

Drive back to NJP/Bagdogra for onward travel.

Breakfast

What's included vs excluded

Inclusions

  • All accommodation (guest house, trekkers huts and tents)
  • All meals from Day 1 Lunch to Day 11 Breakfast
  • Experienced guide and other support staff
  • All trek equipment (tents, sleeping bags, etc.)
  • Kanchendzonga National Park trek permits

Exclusions

  • Transportation to and from Yuksom
  • Personal expenses and camera charges

Transportation & Logistics

Pickup Location & Time
New Jalpaiguri (NJP) Railway Station / Bagdogra Airport (On arrival)
Transport Status
Reserved Cab (Rs 7,000 one-way) or Shared Taxi (Rs 800/person) to Yuksom

Accommodation & Meals

Tent & Stay Setup

Trekkers Huts & Tents

Meal Plan

All Meals from Day 1 Lunch to Day 11 Breakfast

Safety & Cancellation Policy

Medical & High-Altitude Safety

Confirm guide qualifications, activity-specific equipment, emergency arrangements, and insurance requirements directly with the operator before booking.

Cancellation Terms

As per Wetrekkers' published cancellation policy on sandakphutrek.com/cancellation.

From the trail

Starting price
₹16,000
per person · 5% GST Extra
Save ₹2,500
₹18,500

Duration 11D / 10N
Grade Moderate to Difficult
Base Village Yuksom
Transport Reserved Cab (Rs 7,000 one-way) or Shared Taxi (Rs 800/person) to Yuksom
Meals All Meals from Day 1 Lunch to Day 11 Breakfast
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