Where to Stay in Yuksom: 8 Hotels & Homestays for Trekkers

Setting out on a high-altitude Himalayan journey requires precise planning. Especially when it comes to your final night off the grid, it needs a proper blueprint. The Goechala Trek and the Dzongri trail are the historical first capital of Sikkim. The small town of Yuksom welcomes thousands of mountaineers every season. Securing the right Yuksom […]
Goechala Trek from Yuksom: Trailhead Guide, Permits & Day-0 Logistics (2026)

By Kiran Gurung · Founder, Glacier Treks & Adventure · Resident of Yuksom, West Sikkim Published: 1 June 2026 · Last updated: 1 June 2026 Yuksom (1,780m) is the trailhead for the Goechala Trek — it is the official starting and ending point of the route, located in West Sikkim approximately 150 kilometres from NJP […]