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Goechala Trek - Budget Group Trip 11D/10N

A budget-friendly shared group trek to Goecha La designed for solo travelers and backpackers joining a pooled batch.

Moderate to Difficult 11 Days / 10 Nights Yuksom 16,207 ft (Goecha La) ₹15,500 / person
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Know before you go

This trip pools solo trekkers and small groups into a single shared batch for the Goechala trek, using shared transport from NJP and standard trekkers hut/tent accommodation to keep costs low while covering the full Yuksom-Goecha La circuit.
Base Village
Yuksom
Summit Altitude
16,207 ft (Goecha La)
Total Trek Distance
80.0 km
Batch Size
Up to 16 people
Age Criteria
18 to 50 years
Fitness Level
Good fitness required for high-altitude trekking

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1

NJP to Yuksom

Guest House

Drive from NJP to Yuksom, group introductions and trek briefing.

Dinner
Day 2

Yuksom to Sachen

Tents

Trek through forest to Sachen campsite.

All Meals
Day 3

Sachen to Tshoka

Trekkers Hut

Trek through rhododendron forest to Tshoka.

All Meals
Day 4

Tshoka to Dzongri

Trekkers Hut

Climb to the Dzongri alpine meadows.

All Meals
Day 5

Acclimatization at Dzongri Top

Trekkers Hut

Rest day with hike to Dzongri Top viewpoint and group bonding activities.

All Meals
Day 6

Dzongri to Thansing

Tents

Trek to Thansing campsite below Mt. Pandim.

All Meals
Day 7

Thansing to Lamuney

Tents

Short trek to Lamuney, the final campsite.

All Meals
Day 8

Lamuney to Goecha La and back to Thansing

Tents

Summit push to Goecha La via Samiti Lake with group photo session, then descend to Thansing.

All Meals
Day 9

Thansing to Tshoka

Trekkers Hut

Descend back through Dzongri to Tshoka.

All Meals
Day 10

Tshoka to Yuksom

Guest House

Final descent to Yuksom village.

All Meals
Day 11

Yuksom to NJP

N/A

Drive back to NJP for onward travel.

Breakfast

What's included vs excluded

Inclusions

  • Shared transport from/to NJP
  • Trekkers hut/tent accommodation
  • All meals during the trek
  • Trek guide and Kanchendzonga National Park permits
  • Camping equipment

Exclusions

  • Personal trekking gear
  • Travel insurance

Transportation & Logistics

Pickup Location & Time
New Jalpaiguri (NJP) Railway Station (06:00 AM)
Transport Status
Shared Vehicle

Accommodation & Meals

Tent & Stay Setup

Trekkers Huts & Tents

Meal Plan

All Meals Included on Trek

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

Non-refundable deposit; balance refundable up to 15 days before departure.

From the trail

Starting price
₹15,500
per person · 5% GST Extra
Save ₹2,400
₹17,900

Duration 11D / 10N
Grade Moderate to Difficult
Base Village Yuksom
Transport Shared Vehicle
Meals All Meals Included on Trek
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