Everest Gokyo Lake Trek
| DURATION 14 Days | ACTIVITY Trekking | MAX ALTITUDE 5357m. | TRIP GRADE Moderate |
GROUP SIZE Min. 2-14 Pax. | Accommodation Tea House | TRANSPORT Flight | BEST SEASON N/A |
Overview
Want to explore a lake in the Everest region? The Gokyo Lake Trek offers lakes above 4000 m and hiking above 5000 m in an alternative route to the Everest base camp. Trek to Gokyo Lakes to explore highland lakes, Gokyo Ri, and all the mountains of Khumbu region Nepal.
The Trek route parts with the classic Everest Base Camp Trek at Namche Bazaar. Heading from west of the Dudh Koshi valley towards Gokyo Lake, we will reach the trekking pinnacle of Gokyo Lakes and Ri. Expect calm trails that enable you to concentrate on the sheer regular magnificence of your encompasses – a considerably more shifted and verdant scene than on the exemplary trek.
On account of the course’s round nature, you won’t need to follow your strides on the arrival leg of the outing as you would have done on the standard base camp trek. Subsequent to investing some energy unwinding at the turquoise cold lakes you will summit Gokyo Ri just to be overwhelmed by the absolute most shocking perspectives on Everest (8,848m), Lhotse (8,516m) and Cho Oyu (8,201m).
From that point, you will rise one of the notorious ‘Three Passes’ in the district – Cho La pass – over which you will re-unite with the fundamental trek up to Gorak Shep. You will have the chance to visit the trekker’s photograph point at Everest Base Camp before setting out on the trek up Kala Patthar the following day – another notable perspective in the region.
For those who wish to go on an even more adventurous trip to Everest, Regions do check out our Everest Panorama Trek, Lobuche Peak with EBC, Island Peak Climbing, and Everest Cho La Pass Trek.
Outline Itinerary
| Days | Activity | time |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Arrival in Kathmandu | |
| 2 | fly to Lukla (2840 m), trek to Phakding (2610 m) | 4 hrs |
| 3 | Trek to Namche Bazzar (3440 m) | 6 hrs |
| 4 | rest day in Namche | |
| 5 | trek to Dole (4230 m) | 7.5 hrs |
| 6 | Trek to Macherma (4470 m) | 4 hrs |
| 7 | Trek to Gokyo (4790 m) | 4 hrs |
| 8 | Hike to Gokyo Ri (5330 m) | 3 hrs |
| 9 | Trek to Phortse (3950 m) | 3 hrs |
| 10 | Trek to Manjo (2835 m) | 3 hrs |
| 11 | Trek to Lukla (2840 m) | 4 hrs |
Trip Highlights
- The world’s highest peak, Mt. Everest (8,848 m above mean sea level),
- A combination of nature's beauty and Sherpa culture.
- Can see two other peaks, Lhotse and Cho Oyu, higher than 8,000 m from the trail.
- Explore the Sherpa village of Khumjung, Namche.
- Snow, Musk Deer, Red Panda, and Himalayan Monal.
- Monastery ( Phorste and Khumjung)
- Gokyo Lake and other lakes.
For more details, contact Mission Summit Treks
Everest Gokyo Lake Trek Itinerary
After your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, our company member will welcome you and drop you at the hotel. In the evening, you will meet your guide, get a briefing, and have dinner in the cultural restaurant.
Highlight's
- Last minute shopping for a trip.
- Dinner at the local restaurant with a dance program.
- Sleep early for the next day.
Depending on flight time, you will reach the airport for the Lukla flight with the entire trekking team. The thrilling flight from Kathmandu/Ramechhap to Lukla takes around 20/30 minutes. You can enjoy the spectacular views of the Himalayas.
After landing at Tenzing-Hilary airport, you will meet your porter for carrying your luggage. Passing a Kani (ceremonial gatehouse) before the trail descends, you will reach Kyangma village with its large gompa (monastery) and school.
The trial continues to Cheplung village through the community forest within sight of the Dudh Koshi River. Crossing the suspension bridge, viewing the complex of Mani walls, Chortens, and prayer wheel, you will reach Phakding.
The elevation of Phakding is 2610 m/8563 ft., and it takes 3-4 hours to walk from Lukla to Phakding.
Highlight:
- wake up at 2 a.m.
- 4 hour journey to Manthali Airport, Ramechhap, by car, van, or bus.
- 15-minute flight to Tenzing Hillary Airport Lukla (2840 m.)
- Porter introduction and last minute preparation for the Gokyo Lake Trek.
- Luch at Thadokoshi.
- 4 hours trek to Phakding (2,610 m) from Lukla
Leaving Phakding behind, you’ll trek north on a path leading to Monjo. This small town serves as the gateway to Sagarmatha National Park.
Passing Tok Tok and Jorsalle, crossing the suspension bridge and pine trail, and enjoying the diversity of Sagarmatha National Park, you will reach the unofficial capital of the Khumbu region: Namche Bazaar.
The elevation of Namche is 3440 m/11287 ft., and it takes 6/7 hours from Phakding to Namche.
Highlight:
- Breakfast around 7 am.
- Dudhkoshi River and 4 suspension bridges, including Hillary Suspension Bridge.
- Major mountain views: Mount Everest, Lhoste, Nuptse, Thamsekhu, Kusumkhangaru.
- Sagarmatha National Entry Point.
- Major villages: Chumma, Manjo, Jorsaller
COST INCLUDES
THIS TRIP INCLUDES
Airport pickup and drop by private car/Van/Bus
Two night **star Category accommodation in Kathmandu on Bed n breakfast
Flight the Domestic flight To Lukla and to Kathmandu
Three meals (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner) during the trek
All accommodations during the trek. (Toilet will be outside your room)
All Pasang Lhambu municipality and Sargarmatha national park entry permit
A helpful, knowledgeable, friendly, well-English-speaking trained, government license holder guide and porter With all his salary, food, drinks, and insurance
Medical supplies (first aid kit will be available)
All government taxes and office expenses
Trekking route map Domestic Airport tax Filling a water bottle and purification table. (Eco-Tourism)
THIS TRIP EXCLUDES
Nepal entry visa fee is $40 . .
International airfare & Your Travel insurance
Everest Gokyo Lake Trek Cost and Date
Everest Gokyo Lake Trek Cost and Date is provided in the checklist below to plan your holiday trip. Confirm your booking with us. We are flexible for customizing the trip. Contact us for your queries.
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FAQs
Gokyo lakes trek is 14 days long trek including arrival day, departure day, and acclimatization in Namche bazzar and resting day in Kathmandu.
Gokyo Lake trek is moderate trek in Everest region. You should walk through uphills, downhills, moraines and ice during the trek. The trek route is common to the Everest base camp trekking route up to Namche but it twists towards Dole after Namche. You will climb Gokyo ri to the elevation of 5330m which gives great adventure in Everest region trekking.
Spring and autumn are the best seasons for Gokyo Lake trip. The months of March, April, May, Sep, Oct and Nov are the best months with pleasant weather, clear sky and moderate temperature. You can get best view, enough tea houses, no rain cover during these months but sometime unfortunately you may face raincover, foggy weather in these months as well. It may be the effect of global warming.
We are offering 1400 USD per person in inclusive package. If you are in group (More then 4 person) than we offer it in 1200 USD per Person.
It takes around three hours to climb Gokyo Ri. You will wake up early in the morning and climb Gokyo Ri before sunrise. The amazing view of sunrise and the surrounding peaks with Everest base camp, Gokyo lakes, glaciers and Everest region landscape.
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