Best Time to Trek Goecha La in Sikkim

Summer

Goecha La witnesses snowmelt each summer, leading to flowers blossoming throughout its valleys, and is home to various indigenous species such as Eurasian tree sparrow, pied bush chat, and green-tailed sunbird, among many others. One can often hear melodious bird calls echoing through its valley. Additionally, summer months provide excellent opportunities to visit Kanchenjunga National Park, where rare Himalayan endangered species such as musk deer, red panda, and blue sheep can be viewed. Furthermore, lower altitude spots offer many more attractions than those covered in layers of snow at higher altitude spots! During this season, days are bright and sunny while nights can become very chilly; rain is likely throughout the year.

Monsoon

Trekking should generally be avoided during monsoon season due to increased chances of landslides in hilly areas. As south-west monsoon approaches Sikkim, trekking becomes difficult due to moderate rainfall that makes treks very slick, loss of mud slopes due to rainwater running off, landslides blocking transportation activities as well as mist giving mountains a magical look during morning hours.

Dense forests increase your risk of mosquito breeding and creepy crawlers such as leeches; therefore, avoid undertaking the Goecha La trek during monsoon season.

Autumn

Start trekking adventures in India during the monsoon season to experience clear vistas of picturesque mountains and breathtaking peaks, and experience Goecha La at its most breathtaking. Watch as monsoon rains wash away all dirt and dust from its hills, as the sunrise paints an orange glow over all. Take pictures of snow-clad mountains like Kanchenjunga, Pandin, Tien Chenkhang, Koktang, and Jopuno with your camera to bring back to life in crystal-clear detail. In comparison to other seasons, trekking during spring can be less strenuous as you can breathe easily while relaxing into the cool breeze and rejuvenating yourself in nature’s presence. Weather conditions remain pleasant throughout an expedition, but rainfall remains possible.

Winter

Winter trekking adds extra challenges, making expeditions even more daunting. Trekkers need professional equipment such as hiking boots, poles and trekking gear as their path becomes covered with heavy snowfall. In addition, prior trekking experience and physical conditioning training is imperative before setting out on any winter trek – otherwise breathing difficulties and allergies could arise which hinder progress along the trek.

Undoubtedly, traversing an obstacle-laden course filled with frozen streams, snow-laden slopes, slippery surfaces, and wintry grasses is no simple task.