Sikkim Trekking
Sikkim is the jewel of the Eastern Himalayas, spread below the crowning glory of Mount Khangchendzonga, which is not just a mountain but the Sikkimese deity of protection. The 8596 Meters elevated summit, is the third highest in the world. It is a difficult mountain to climb, because of the unpredictable weather and winds. The Sikkimese, believe that it is not meant to be climbed, but only worshipped; as it is the abode of five treasures of the snows. In deference to local sentiments, no expedition has set foot on the summit- but remained a few meters below. Now the Sikkim government has totally banned climbing
expeditions. The Gochela Trek offers a superb alternative. The route traverses through forests and alpine meadows, to reach the 5000 Meters high view point, at Gochela (the lock pass). A depression, between Mount Pandim, and a spur of the Kabru Peak form the pass. It looks down into the Talung Valley, with the mighty Talung Glacier, winding its way down below. One is surrounded by great white peaks- Khangchendzonga, 8596 M, Simvo, 6811 M, Sinolchu, 6888 M, Pandim, 669I, Kabru, 7338 M, and Rathang, 6087 M. The awe inspiring sight, instills a feeling of standing in the very lap of Khangchendzonga, and gazing up at its face.
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Name of Important Trek |
Places Covered |
Suitable Month for Trek |
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Monastic Trek |
Pemayangtse - Sangacholing - Khechopalri - Dubdi - Sinon - Tashiding - Ralong. |
March - May / Oct - Dec |
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Rhododendron Trek |
Naya Bazar - Hilley / SorengVarsey - Dentam - Pemayangtse. |
March - May |
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Khangchendzonga Trek |
Yuksom - Bakhim - Tsokha - Dzongri - Thangshing / Bikbari - Zemathang / Chaurigang - Goechala - Rathong Glacier & back. |
Mid March- Mid June Oct - Dec. |
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Coronation Trek |
Rumtek - Sang - Yangang - Rabongla - Tashiding - Yuksam. |
Oct - Dec. |
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Kasturi Orar Trek |
Yuksom - Dzongri - Thangsing Kusturi Orar - Labdong - Sinon Tashiding. |
Mid March - Mid June Oct - Dec. |
