Goecha La is Himalayan trekking adventure

A spectacular circuit trek through Himalayan foothills to the Goecha La This classic Himalayan trekking adventure begins in thehill-station of Darjeeling, in sight of the snow-capped summit of Kangchendzonga (8586m / 28,162ft). Crossing the border into Sikkim, our trek to the world s third highest peak starts out through unspoiled villages and farmland beneath the Singalila Ridge which forms the border between India and Nepal. Climbing up into a high mountain wilderness, we find views that extend to the distant peaks of Everest and Makalu. Our route takes us via high passes and a succession of lovely camping places to the valley of the Prek Chu. Here, above sacred Samity Lake, we make our ascent to the Goecha-la. A high and dramatically situated pass, directly opposite Kangchendzonga s huge south-east face. This quite superb circuit trek includes fabulous mountain scenery, as well as the chance to visit some of the most interesting towns in this fascinating part of the world.