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Goechala vs Gangtok

Pick Goechala for

nature, camping, adventure, fewer people

Pick Gangtok for

family trips, first-timers, couples, an easier walk, fewer days

Goechala compared with Gangtok
GoechalaGangtok
RegionSikkim, Khangchendzonga National ParkSikkim, East Sikkim
Highest point4,600 m2,100 m
DifficultyDifficultEasy
Trek distanceabout 90 kmNo trek needed
Days on the ground10–113–4
Best monthsApr, May, Oct, NovMar, Apr, May, Oct, Nov, Dec
Snow likelyDec, Jan, Feb, Mar, AprRarely
Crowds in seasonModerateBusy
Daily spendabout ₹3,000about ₹3,000
GatewayBagdogra / NJPBagdogra / NJP
With kidsNot advisedGreat
With seniorsNot advisedGreat
PermitsKhangchendzonga National Park permit through the operator; access beyond the first viewpoint has been restricted in recent years.None for Indian citizens. Foreign nationals need a Sikkim Restricted Area Permit.

Goechala: when to go

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BestPossibleNot recommended❄︎Snow likely

Gangtok: when to go

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BestPossibleNot recommended❄︎Snow likely
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