Highlights

Enjoy the paranomic views of the beautiful peaks including that of Mahalangur Himalaya Range, Mount Everest, Ghagri, Lobuche (East, West), Taboche, Thamserku, Kangtega, Nangkartshang, and more

Walk through the path full of blooming rhododenrons

Enjoy your days at the tourist hub of the trek including Gokyo, and Namchee Bazzar.

A tour to one of the dangerous airports at higher elevation: Syangboche Airport.

You may miss Everest Base Camp but there is still Ama Dablam Base Camps

Enrich your cultural experience as well with the Sherpa villages in the trail

Facts

Days: 13 days

Region: Everest (Solukhumbu)

Trip grade: Streneous

Best season: Fall and Spring

Maximum altitude: 5,360m

Trek Distance: 108 km

Activity: Trekking

Permits: Sagarmatha National Park Entry Permit, TIMS Card

Details

 

“A journey to the Lakes of Serinity”

 

The Gokyo Trek is a breathtaking journey you could choose in the Sagarmatha region that takes you through the heart of the Himalayas, and offers  a unique alternative to the more crowded Everest Base Camp trail. This trek leads adventurers to the serene Gokyo Lakes, turquoise glacial lakes nestled at high altitudes, surrounded by towering snow-capped peaks. Along the way, trekkers pass through picturesque Sherpa villages, lush rhododendron forests, and ancient monasteries, immersing themselves in the rich cultural tapestry of the Khumbu region.

 

One of the highlights of the Gokyo Trek is the ascent of Gokyo Ri, a vantage point at (5,357 m/ 17,575 feet), which holds an unparalleled panoramic view of some of the world's highest mountains, including Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, and Cho Oyu. Moreover, the trek also includes crossing the Ngozumpa Glacier, the largest glacier in Nepal.

 

If you have little experience, it is suitable for trekkers with moderate experience. The Gokyo Trek combines stunning natural beauty, cultural insights, and the thrill of high-altitude trekking, making it an unforgettable adventure in the Himalayas.

 

 

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu
Highest Altitude: 1350 m

Welcome to the land of Nepal. As your flight lands at Tribhuvan International Airport, our representatives will escort you and your stuff to your designated hotel in Kathmandu. Rest, freshen up, and explore Thamel, the tourist hub of Kathmandu. You must also make sure that you are well prepared for the trek, including proper shoes, equipment, clothes, and others. It is better if we get to brief you on the itinerary before the trek begins.

Day 2: Kathmandu to Lukla (2,800m/ 9,187 ft) Flight and Trek to Phakding (2,860 m/ 9,184ft)

Flight Time: 40 minutes

Trek Time: 2-3 hours

Trek Distance: 9 km

Highest Altitude: 2,860 m/ 9,184 ft

 

Flights to Lukla are available only in the early morning, so be prepared to wake up early. Given the better climate, you will enjoy one of the thrilling experiences with Lukla flight. Once in Lukla, rest while preparations are completed. Soon, we will pass through the Pasang Lahmu Sherpa Memorial Gate and hike to Phakding, where we will spend the night.

 

Day 3: Phakding (2,860 m/ 9,184ft) to Namche (3,440 m/11,283 ft)

Trek Time: 5-6 hours

Trek Distance: 12 km

Highest Altitude:3,440 m/11,283 ft

 

Today, we have a packed schedule that includes crossing suspension bridges, walking uphill and downhill, and traversing the Dudhkoshi River and blooming rhododendron forests. From the village of Bankar, you'll have a close view of Thamserku. We'll enter the park at Monjo and cross the Hillary Bridge, one of the longest suspension bridges on the trail, named after Edmund Hillary, the first person to climb Mt. Everest.

 

Jorsale is the last village before Namche where we can stop for breakfast. After a few hours of hiking from there, we will arrive at Namche Bazaar, a Sherpa town and tourist hub within Sagarmatha National Park. This well-developed town offers good hotels, meals, and ATM services.

 

 

Day 4: Acclamatization day at Namche (Hike to Everest View Hotel)

Trek Time: 4-5 hours

Trek Distance: 9km

Highest Altitude: 3880 m/ 12,730 ft

 

To avoid altitude sickness, we must acclimatize in Namche Bazaar. The best day to spend the day is to trek to the Everest View Hotel. This spot offers breathtaking views of mountains such as Ama Dablam, Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Thamserku, and Cholatse, as well as the village of Tengboche that will just take your breath away. Along the way, we will also pass by Syangboche Airport, which is considered one of the most dangerous airports in the world.

 

You have other options including the Khumjung village, which is just a short walk from the Everest View Hotel. Or, there are also nearby museums and monasteries you may choose to explore.

 

 

Day 5: Namche (3,440 m/11,283 ft) to Dole  (4,200m/13,776 ft)

Trek Time: 5-6 hours

Trek Distance: 11.3 km

Highest Altitude: 4,200m/13,776 ft

 

The trail will have a clear view of Mt Thamserku and Mt Ama Dablam as you start the trek today. In almost an hour we will reach the small town of Sanasa. Walking past Mt Taboche and Peak 38, we will head to Gokyo via Mong La and descend into Phortse Tenga. Fuel up your energy from time to time as today is really a big test of your stamina.

 

There are 2 hours more to the trek through the river from high up in the valley all the way to Dole.

 

 

Day 6: Dole (4,200m/13,776 ft) to Machhermo (4,470m/ 14,663 ft)

Trek Time: 4-5 hours

Trek Distance: 6 km

Highest Altitude: 4,470m/ 14,663 ft

 

Today's trek will have slightly less struggle than yesterday's but still a small challange.

 

We will have a gentle climb which might even take half of your day. But the sceneraries will entertain you with the Cho Oyu looming above you.

 

Machhermo is in a small clove with a beautiful mountain just above it.

 

 

Day 7: Machhermo (4,470m/ 14,663 ft) to Gokyo (4,800m/15,744 ft)

Trek Time: 5-6 hours

Trek Distance: 7 km

Highest Altitude: 4,800m/15,744 ft

 

The trek will begin with a brief climb out of Machhermo, and follow the route of the river. The trail begins to be mroe rocky at the higher altitude. The terrian here will be drier and the canyon gets narrower as we approach the outlet of the first Gokyo Lake. The first gokyo lakw will have view of golden Brahminy ducks along with a beautful view of Cho Oyu, looming over it.

You will also find a view of Gokyo Ri in the middle of the view that will have amazing scenaries for the next day.

 

 

Day 8: Explore Gokyo and Gokyo Lakes

Highest Altitude: 4,800m/15,744 ft

 

Today is all about exploring, including the lakes of Gokyo. Beyond the fifth lake, there is also Cho Oyu Base Camp giving sceneric view of Cho oyu and Gyachung Kang. Keep the Gokyo Ri out of the list as we will complete it the next day

Find your trekking route for the day and enjoy. Ending the day, we will make our way back to the Gokyo village for the night once again.

 

Day 9: Hike Gokyo Ri (5,357m/17,570ft) and trek to  Dole (4,200m/13,776 ft)

Trek Time: 5-6 hours

Trek Distance: 7 km

Highest Altitude: 5,357m/17,570ft

 

Today we will trek the Gokyo Ri early in the morning to view the sunrise that hugs the snow-capped mountains including the Mahalangur Range and other 8000m peaks.

We will then return back to Gokyo for breakfast and head to Dole. We will leave the Gokyo and cross Taujung Tsho, Long Ponga Lake and Machherma Khola along with the views of Amadablam, Kantega and Thamserku.

The trail will take us to Machermo and Luza village too that will give an opportunity to shower with the cultural experience on the trail. A few hours of walk will take you to Dole finally that will have greenary all around. We will rest here for the day.

 

Day 10: Dole (4,200m/13,776 ft) to Namche (3,440m/ 11,287 ft)

Trek Time: 4-5 hours

Trek Distance: 12 km

Highest Distance: 4,200m/13,776 ft

 

Today we will head to Namche indicating perhaps the days in the trail is about to end. Walking through the forest full of blooming rhododendron and Mongla village we will find Tenzing Morgay Memorial Stupa after passing another village, Khumjung.

With 4-5 hours of walk, we will reach Namche with a relatively easy walk.

 

Day 11: Namche (3,440m/ 11,287 ft) to Lukla (2,800m/ 9,187 ft)

Trek Time: 11 km

Trek Distance: 8-9 hours

Highest Altitude: 3,440m/ 11,287 ft

 

Today, we will have a easy walk as we will mostly have downhill walk. We will cross forests, landscapes, and villages to reach Lukla where all of this adventure once began. We will rest here for the night, and might as well celebrate the end of the trek.

 

 

Day 12: Morning flight to Kathmandu

Flight Time: 40 minutes

HIghest Altitude: 2,800m/ 9,187 ft

 

The flight is only availabe early in the morning as said. Hence, we will take the morning flight to Kathmandu. Take a rest, explore the streets of Kathmandu and especially thamel, take the day to relax at a spa and do not forget to buy sovinuers.

 

 

Day 13: International Departure

Highest Altitude: 1,350 m/ 4,430 ft

 

The day you bid your goodbye to Nepal, we will assist you one last time with luggage and even provide transportation for your international departure. Make sure to be prepared to reach the airport 3 hours beforehand.

Include and Exclude

PACKAGE INCLUSIVE:-

Transportation

National/ International airport pickup and drop with private transportation

Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu flight tickets

Accomodation

Twin sharing room of a 3 star hotel of Kathmandu with breakfast.

Tea houses./ lodge during the trek

Documentation

Sagarmatha National Park permit and TIMS Card

All other necessary documentation process

Meals

Three meals per day (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)

fruits during dinner (apples, oranges, etc)

Farewell dinner with Nepali cultural programs

Trekking region services

Duffel bag, sleeping bag

Licenced, experienced, English speaking guide

Assistant guide for group with 6+ trekkers

Porterto help with your bags (2 trekkers: 1 porter)

Travel & rescue arrangement

First aid box with guide all the time

Others

Transprotation, insurance, salary, food and accomodation of entire staff

Trekking achievement certificate.

 

 PAKAGE EXCLUDED:-

International airfare

Travel insurance

Nepal entry visa

Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu or other city areas

Additional Days than mentioned in the itinerary

Additional costs due to delays caused by health, weather, or other circumstances

Extra facilities in trekking region ncluding:

phone calls, wifi, battery recharge,

Laundry

bar bills

extra porters

 bottle or boil water

Alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks

Tips for guides, porters and drivers (they are expected)

Any other expenses than mentioned in the inclusive list

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