Popular Treks in Sikkim

Popular Treks in Sikkim

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Goecha La Trek

The Goecha La Trek in Sikkim Himalayan Mountain will give you an amazing experience like never before. The rich and majestic vegetation of the Rhododendron Trees, as well as the orange and oak trees found on this route make this trek the most popular destination in the world. Likewise, the lakes, lush landscapes, and vistas of the whole valley from the various peaks will leave you bound in awe of all that has happened.

Goecha La falls at an altitude of 16,200 feet and a distance of about 90 km from Yuksom village, which is also the beginning of the journey. The entire trip will last 11 days in total. Hence for someone with the best trekking experience, the difficulty level should be moderate to severe.

Trekkers need to be physically fit because it is a difficult process. The availability of reduced oxygen also needs to be kept in mind, in regards to high altitude. Therefore, it is best to check your health before embarking on this trek.

 

Difficulty: Moderate to Difficult

Duration: 11 Days

Maximum Altitude: 15,100 feet

Best time to visit: April to May and September to November

Base Camp: Yuksom

 

Dzongri Trek

The Dzongri trek takes a close-up tour to have a spectacular view of the magnificent Kanchenjunga further amidst the beautiful panorama of some of the Himalayan giants beneath its mountains.

For a hiker who wants to see Kanchenjunga, then this six-day trek from Yuksom to Dzongri top and back is a good choice. The journey starts from the famous village of Yuksom later you enter Kanchenjunga National Park you also pass through a lush jungle to reach Tsokha, a large stop proof trail between a picturesque village and a pond. Similarly, from here it rises slowly as you cross the meadows and forests until you reach Dzongri, where you suddenly start to feel cold. Sometimes, during the season it snows, and everywhere including the Dzongri top is snow white. Further, you climb very early in the morning to the summit of Dzongri, you will find all the travel and climb you deserve as you see the beautiful peak of Kanchenjunga against the rising sun. Undoubtedly a sight worth walking for.
 

Difficulty:  Easy to Moderate 

Duration: 6 Days

Maximum Altitude: 13,123 feet

Best time to visit: March to May and September to November

Base Camp: Yuksom

 

Barsey Rhododendron Trek

It is one of the most colorful routes in Sikkim, because it is nestled between the vibrant rhododendrons and the panoramas of the Kanchenjunga range.

The arrival of spring soon brings a whole new life to the cool slopes of the Sikkim Himalayas. Hence all slopes are converted into a pallet of rich red, yellow and pink. So the air is thick with the smell of vibrant rhododendrons.

The Barsey Rhododendron trek specifically covers the highlands of the Barsey Rhododendron Sanctuary in West Sikkim, which has 13 different species of rhododendron. While all the slopes of the hills are covered with Arboreum, Falconeri, Barbatum, Hodgsoni and Campanulatum, the rhododendron species that are most common in this shrine. The flowering season also attracts a host of bird species, making it a delight for bird watchers. Further, the panoramic view of the Kanchenjunga range continues to add to the magnificent beauty of the trip.
 

Difficulty:  Easy 

Duration: 5 Days

Maximum Altitude: 10,367 feet

Best time to visit: Mid March to Mid-May and September to December

Base Camp: Hilley or Okhrey


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