Dzongri trek is the small trek option of the goechala trek. Yuksom is surrounded by picturesque forest and the first five or so miles of the trek are quite easy. This is one travelogue i should have written long back. Sikkim dzongri trek is one of the shortest treks which provokes to every age group trekker. It is a good place to start preparing for the trek. And if the travel bug has bitten you already, then unleash the. The diversity in indian landscapes gives the adventurers a variety of treks ranging from the himalayan trails in the north to the dense forest trails of the western ghats in the south.
Dzongri trek is a challenging and demanding activity, so be prepared. The yuksom dzongri trek will take you to the heart of the beautiful sikkim landscape. A guide to hiking to dzongri peak in sikkim tripsavvy. Dzongri winter trek dzongri snow trek dzongri trek.
The trek starts from kachenjunga national park in yuksom. Yes dzongri trek can be customised, if you would like to travel independently, you are invited to choose any of the trips at your convenient time for any number of people. Day 08trek from phedang to dzongri altitude 4,030 m218 ft. Almost midway through the trail lies phedang which would be a good stopover for lunch. This goechala trek 2020 guide is that special companion that will. If you book it on thrillophilia, dzongri trekking will cost you 24,900 with. Dzongri goechala trek treks and adventures sikkim peak. We decided to do this trek the day our exams got over early in may this year and incidentally the first trek after my graduation. Dzongri trek west sikkim west sikkim something or the other must dominate in this region. The classic trek to dzongri peak altitude of,123 feet in west sikkim, india, passes through magnificent rhododendron forests and culminates with the magnificent views of snowclad peaks at dzongri. Trekking in sikkim incredible trekking experience in sikkim. Dzongri trek sikkim india freedom from fear by sanjoy sengupta. Yuksom dzongri trek is one the the most popular short high altitude trekking destination in sikkim.
The goechala trek begins when you arrive in njp, where you will be picked up and driven to the base camp of yuksom. The dzongri trek starts from yuksom, a small township in west sikkim. This remarkable trek begins from yuksam and finishes at yuksam in 5 days. This valley is mesmerizing and leads to a high plateau and peaks like mt. Goechala trek 2020 springsummer himalaya trekkers ht. One also has the option of not going to dzongri and trek uphill from. The sun rises at 5 am and you dont want to miss seeing the first rays of sun hitting kanchenjunga. Incredible trekking experience in sikkim with over 4000 varieties of flowers, numerous types of animals, and a countless number of snowclad mountains kissing the swirling clouds forming a silver lining, sikkim is a mystical land, where reality merges with a legend. Goechala trek trekking in the himalayas indiahikes. Make sure to follow all safety protocols and be sure to enjoy the view from up top. Trek to dzongri 3930m hike56hrs wake up to an early and clear morning as the sun comes out quite early. We settle in our tent and take rest or read few pages of books or write journal or.
The only way to reach this place is by hiring a jeep or taxi from. Dzongri winter trek dzongri winter trek is a trail less traveled. From yuksam, the trail follows the rathong valley to bakkhim and from here a steep ascent to the village of tshoka. For the trekkers who want to explore more in a short duration the dzongri trek is the most apt option. That being said, it wasnt properly planned and we barely managed to get train tickets confirmed. The thrill of dzongri, the meeting place of man and mountain gods. India, sikkim days 12 grade moderate max altitude 4974m date 02 apr apr 2019 20 oct 31 oct 2019. Book customized dzongri holiday packages from 11 deals for dzongri holiday vacation packages. Trek expeditions in sikkim hold a host of interesting exposure in the great himalayan outdoors. Dzongri tour packages best offers on dzongri trip packages at hellotravel.
The dzongri trek 2020, sikkim yuksom dzongri trek is an 11day and a 10night package that passes through magnificent mountain ranges and spectacular valleys. The trail runs through mossladen forests of oak, chestnut, pine, maple, magnolia and rhododendron culminating in the meadows of. You get spectacular views of the kanchendzonga range from here, although the mighty peak wont be showing up until you mount to the dzongri top. Other than that, it is guaranteed that you will enjoy your time. From enjoying warm hospitality at the simple homes of the tibetan buddhist and sikkimese people to whitewater rafting, birds and butterfly watching in the abundant greenery of sikkim, its a world of happiness out there for the soul. Besides the dwarf rhododendrons add a romantic touch to the magical world of dzongri. Goechala trek, trekking in october, trekking in darjeeling and trekking in sikkim is one of the most idealistic tracks, the gigantic dzongri and thansing pastureland, the astonishing dell of samiti lake, the frozen track to goechala makes a lovely trail.
This exotic trek takes you through the thick pristine forest of sikkim himalayas takes you to the highest point of at dzongri top around 15000 ft from where one can imbibe the splendour of kanchenjunga national park. Located at 4030m, dzongri is a steep climb of 11 kms from bakhim, but every effort is worth the excellent and imposing view one gets of the kanchanjunga and other peaks from here. The trek offers some enchanting sights while hiking through the fascinating trail comprising of varied terrains, from patches of land streaked with green and gold and lush green meadows to dense forest and mighty peaks covered in snow. Saptarishi, founder at himalaya trekkers was really helpful in providing the inputs for both physical and logistical preparation. Dzongri top is a two hill climb from the dzongri trekkers hut. Dzongri trek 2020, sikkim yuksom dzongri trek thrillophilia. This goechala trek 2020 guide is that special companion that will support. The path thereafter ascends to tsokha en course bakhim, thats perched at an elevation of 2,700 meters. Trek to dzongri 4030m 6 to 7 hrs another long day with altitude gain of almost m. For those with little time and less inclination to undergo the rigours of hard mountain trekking, a trek up to the meadows of sikkim dzongri trek will offer the benefits of having experienced a truly spectacular alpine trek within a span of a week or even less. This particular trek starts from yuksam and ends up at yuksam in 6 days.
However, the trail ascends steeply after crossing the prek chu river, and its strenuous two to three hour uphill hike to bakhim from there. If you book it on thrillophilia, dzongri trekking will cost you 24,900 with additional cashback offers. Sikkim dzongri trekking take to you through beautiful city darjeling, yoksum, tshoka and finally reach at sikkim dzongri. The major attraction on this himalayan trek in sikkim is the majestic sight of the kanchenjunga peak and further the sunrise from behind the snow clad range that turns the horizon opulent in gold enriches the journey. The sikkim dzongri trek commences from yuksom, which is the erstwhile capital of sikkim and is located at a height of 1,780 meters.
Normally, march to may and september to november is best time trekking in sikkim dzongri but we himalaya journey trekking arrange around the. From the trail head at yuksom, the erstwhile capital of sikkim in the velvet green of 5,800 feet, to the high point of dzongri top at 15,000 feet, right in the splendour of the kangchenjunga sanctuary, the trek passes through thickly forested ridges crowded with rich flora to the heights above the tree line, finally culminating at the breathtaking snowy heights of the kangchenjunga sanctuary. The place is ideal to blend with the wilderness of eastern himalayas. Dzongri trek guided yuksom dzongri trekking tour package. The start and end point of goechala trek is yuksom, a township in sikkim. Alternatively, numerous travel agents in gangtok can organize the dzongri trek in advance. The trek itself was quite well managed and organized by the trek leader. Dzongri trek is a shorter version of the goechala trek. The thrill of dzongri, the meeting place of man and mountain gods, is an attentiongrabber for sure. Markha valley trek 9night 10days winter dzongri trek 6night 7days goechala trek goechala kasturi round trek singalila trek in sikkim 5000meter green lake trek dzongri goechala trek singalila phoktey dara trek zanskar trek lamayuru. Travel tips to undertake the dzongri trek in stunning. Khangchendzonga national park is probably one of the best places to travel and experience the alpine winter beyond 4000m. The combination of its rugged terrains and trail at some stretches that challenges and test your dexterity as a trekker and eventually exposure to surreal alpine landscapes ring in a sense of completeness as a trek. Dzongri bigbari trek in sikkim will offer the benefits of having experienced a truly spectacular alpine trek within a span of a week or even less.
A complete goechala trek guide for all trekkers, 2020. Mingma was very prompt in communication and provided with all the details and. Most of the beautiful tourist destination in sikkim falls in high altitude areas. Travel tips to undertake the dzongri trek in stunning sikkim when it comes to trekking, india is not devoid of trekking trails. Sikkim and found lot of entries from travel websites. However, you can shorten the trek duration not the route by cutting down on your night stays if your stamina permits. Dzongri trek a complete guide for your next adventure. You will complete this trek in a period of eleven days. Dzongri trek sikkim trekking bhutan travel nepal trekking tibet. The cost for private customized trip is fixed on the basis of group size, trek area, duration and trek style. Dzongri trek, for those with little time and less inclination to undergo the rigours of hard. We paid around rupees for four persons, two still cameras and our trekking crew of porter, guide and yaks as the fee for national park entry. Day 01 upon arrival drive to yuksom 1768m5800 fthotel travel from nepal or. From phedang the trail keep climbing till the highpoint at deurali with a shrine and fluttering prayer flags.
Dzongri goechala trek is one of the popular and challenging treks in india or in sikkim, especially people want challenge to make record submit the pass, this goechala trek is coldest trek, because in this of trek found the mostly highest mountain like mt. A large settlement, which was once the historical capital of sikkim, yuksom is a bustling hill station with stressfree hospitality and various cultural shows. An absolute classic, this trek gives us spectacular views of kanchenjunga up close, apart from many other smaller peaks which surround it. We wanted to do this trek with a local trekking company and decided on mountain tours and treks as mr. The trek from dzongri to dzongri top takes about 45 mins. If you are visiting for trekking purposes, warm down jacket, good hiking shoes, pairs of warm shocks, woolen cap, sun glasses, walking pole, water bottle, down feather sleeping bag, rain gears are some of the items one should give full attention and bring along. If you are an experienced trekker, you can easily cut short the time by 2 to 3 nights. Nestled at an altitude of 4,200 m, dzongri trek serves as one of the most popular high altitude trek destination in sikkim that can be completed in a short time. Only after seeing the highlights we will enter sikkim, the former kingdom at the boarders of nepal, china and bhutan. Dzongri goechala trek goechala trekdzongri goechala.
The trail runs through mossladen forests of oak, chestnut, pine, maple, magnolia and rhododendron culminating in the meadows of dzongri at 4,030 meters with exceptional mountain views. The trek gradually takes you to close to the rhododendron forest and mighty kanchenjunga range. In yoksum, home of former kings, we start our trek towards the mountain gods. Kanchenjunga and othere many peak, this trek are maximum climb the uphill by inside of huge forest. So we decided not to book for trekking arrangements with a travel operator. Some of the questions trekkers ask before starting their journey. Before setting out on the 12day trek, i spend some time in gangtok, the states capital.
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