Everest Gokyo Lake Trek | Gokyo Valley Trekking

Country/Region Everest

Duration 13 Days

Max Altitude 5,360m / 17585.3ft

Min. Group Size 1 PAX

Accommodation Hotel + Tea House

Meals Lunch + Dinner + Breakfast

Trip Type Trekking

Everest Gokyo Lake Trek is a high altitude trekking through the glacial valleys, the turquoise colored azure lakes and high rough vegetation of the Everest region. This Everest Gokyo Lake Trek also named as Gokyo Valley Trekking or Gokyo Ri Trek. Some people also Name as Gokyo Lake trekking. Everest Gokyo Lake Trek has a different route which will let a less explored pathway in the Everest region to cherish the natural beauty of glaciers of Gokyo Valley and Gokyo Lake.

Everest Gokyo Lake Valley Trekking

Everest Gokyo Lake Trek with Gokyo Ri The splendid beauty of Gokyo Lake Trek of the Everest region is the main attraction to any travel lovers. The azure glacier and Gokyo Lakes situated on the laps of the mountains are the jewels of the Everest Trekking Regions. The major highlights of this Everest Gokyo Lake Trek are the Ngozumpa glacier, the largest glacier of Nepal and a climb to Gokyo RI, A picturesque viewpoint for the breathtaking views of Himalayas. Trekking Trail Nepal guarantee this we will provide this lifetime opportunity in your Nepal Trekking Holidays. As we hike up to the Gokyo RI. You will have the best views of mountains like world fifth and sixth highest mountain Makalu and Cho-Oyu, with the top of the world Mt. Everest (Sagarmatha) and its neighbor Nuptse and the third tallest peak of world Mt. Lhotse and many much more.

In addition this Everest Gokyo Lake Trek will allow exploring the highlands, the adorable Glacier Lakes and the vegetation of the Everest Region. Understanding the culture, traditions, and lifestyle of the people living in these areas would be a medium of acculturation. The astounding beauty of the Gokyo Lakes with Mt. Everest and the magnificent views of the Himalayas are the rewards achieved through the tiresome and long treks.

Itinerary

Day

Arrive at Tribhuwan International Airport (TIA) Kathmandu.

Arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport. Explanation of the program on the way to the hotel. Free day for relaxing or explore the city. Preparation and packing for the trekking, breakfast included, Overnight at hotel.

Fly to Lukla and trek to Phakding 2652 m, Duration: 3 hours.

Breath-taking early morning flight to Lukla. The airfield is at high evaluation and the difference between the two ends of the runway is an exceptional 60 meters only. Trek to Phakding with an arresting, green landscape with the view of Kusum-Kangru. Overnight at guesthouse, breakfast, lunch and dinner included.

Max Altitude 2652m / 8700.79ft

Trekking to Namche 3,443 m, Gateway to Everest.

The ascent trek to Namche following the Dudh Koshi, through Himalayan pine and cedar forests, is exciting. The Sherpa traditional villages of Namche are a historical trade center where Nepalese and Tibetan traders do the barters with there available resources like Oli, Salt, Suger, Meat, Butter, Yaks, textiles, Snacks etc. Namche has the best available shopping center for Climbing, Adventure, and Trekking Gears. Acclimatization day will predict the further program to resume. Visiting around the local markets is a fun. As Day 3 Itinerary of Everest Gokyo Lake, we will have the first scenic views of Everest and other High Himalayan Snow covered peaks.

Accommodation Tea House
Meals Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Max Altitude 3443m / 11295.93ft

Day acclimatization hiking around Everest View Hotel and Khumjung village.

Itinerary of Day 4 of Everest Gokyo Lake Trek is not the only rest day, This is the day of Acclimatization too. Hike to Syangboche Airport 3700 m which is supposed to be the highest airstrips in the world. We don't stop our hike here, We continued our walk to another view point of Mt. Everest; Popularly know as Everest View Hotel. Everest View Hotel holds the record of World Highest Hotel situated at 3800 m with Panoramic vies of Himalayas. From Everest View Hotel viewpoint, you will experience the real Himalayas Striking views of Tallest point of the world Mt. Everest, 4th highest peak fo the world Mt. Lhotse, Iconic Peak Amadablam and many many more. etc. The Sherpa Culture Museum and the Everest Photo Gallery are the highlights of Namche Bazaar. Overnight at guesthouse, breakfast, lunch and dinner included.

Accommodation Tea House
Meals Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Max Altitude 3,700m / 12139.11ft

Namche to Dole 4,210 m.

The fragrance of the rhododendron forests on the way to Kyangjuma camp excites the trekkers to climb the steps of the valley. We follow the gradual trail overviewing the magnificent view of the Himalayan ranges, passing through the Khakas, where the Sherpas bring herds of yaks, cattle to graze in these pastures. Tonga and Gayle are the settlements through the route to Dole where there are few hotels, teahouses for refreshments. Overnight at guesthouse, breakfast, lunch and dinner included.

Accommodation Tea House
Meals Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Max Altitude 4,210m / 13812.34ft

Dole to Machhermo 4400 m, Duration: 5 hours

The trail starts by climbing steeply through the Rhododendron forests and brushes junipers to Lambada at (4220m) and Luza at (4360m). The Trekking Trail is gradual steep along the side of DudhKoshi River till the sandy spurs to Machhermo at (4410m). According to the local people, Yeti killed three yaks and attacked a Sherpa woman in Machhermo dated on 1974 AD. This is the most credit yeti incident ever reported.

Accommodation Tea House
Meals Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Max Altitude 4,400m / 14435.7ft

Machhermo to Gokyo Lake 4700 m, Duration: 4 hours

We will get the exquisite Himalayan views after climbing a ridge, on both sides of Gokyo Valley. Kangeta 6685 and Cho-Oyu 8,188 m on the northern horizon above the 5th lake of Gokyo. Beyond the ridge, as the trail passes Through Pangka (4390m), the valley broadens then descends to the riverbank. From Here, we continue climbing on to the terminal, steep moraine of the Ngozumpa Glacier till a small stream of the first Gokyo Lake (4650m). You will see the new birds near Gokyo Lake and Gokyo Ri. These birds are the family of green Brainy ducks.

Accommodation Tea House
Meals Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Max Altitude 4,700m / 15419.95ft

Hike to Gokyo RI 5360 m, Duration: 4 hours.

Early morning trek of about 2 hours to the Gokyo-Ri, for the relaxing panoramic view of Mahalangur Himalayan range along Cho-Oyu 8,188 m, Top of the World Mt. Everest, Lhotse 8,516 m, Makalu 8,481 m from 8000 m above peaks. Nuptse 7861 m, Gyachung Kang 7,952m, Mt. Cholotse 6336, and Tabuche or Taboche Peak 6367, Sunder Peak 5361, Kyajo Ri 6186 m, Phari Lapcha 6017 m, Nirecha Peak 6159 m, Sumna Peak 5899 m, Chamar Peak 7287 and many more will be visible from the top of Gokyo Ri 5360 m. The views of 3 Lakes on the side of Gokoy village and biggest glacier of Everest Trekking Region; Ngozumpa Glacier makes the striking picturesque views to take your permanent memories in your mind. Itinerary of Day 8 of Everest Gokyo Lake Trek offers the amazing views of the Himalayas with more than 2 dozen Peaks.

Accommodation Tea House
Meals Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Max Altitude 5360m / 17585.3ft

Trek back to Dole 4200 m, Duration 7 hours

Trek for about 5 hours back to Dole. Overnight at guesthouse, breakfast, lunch and dinner included.

Accommodation Tea House
Meals Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Trek back to Namche

Trek for about 6 hrs back to Namche Bazaar from Dole. Overnight at guesthouse, breakfast, lunch and dinner included.

Accommodation Tea House
Meals Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Trek back to Lukla 2860 m, Duration: 7 hours

The trek for about 7 hours continues along the Dudh Koshi River to reach Lukla. Overnight at guesthouse, breakfast, lunch and dinner included.

Accommodation Tea House
Meals Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Fly back to Kathmandu.

25 – 35 minutes amazing scenic flight to Bustling Kathmandu.

Accommodation Hotel
Meals Breakfast

End of Everest Gokyo Lake Trek or extend your trip.

Farewell then to reach Tribhuwan International Airport at least 3 hours before the scheduled flight.

Meals Breakfast

Includes & Excludes

Includes

Airport pickup and drop services in a private transportation before and after the trek
Accommodation in Kathmandu valley as per the itinerary with Breakfast
Round trip flight (Kathmandu – Lukla – Kathmandu).
Three meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) every day during the trek
Best available twin sharing room for accommodation during the trek.
Experienced English speaking, helpful, friendly and most importantly Government Certified Trekking Guide.
Assisted by Porters with their lodging, food, and their salary and the insurance for all staff.
Assistant guide for the group of over 8 people with his meal, accommodation, salary and insurance.
First aid medicine kit carried by the Trekking Guide
Sagarmatha (Everest) National Park Entry fee
Trekkers Information Management System [TIMS] registration card System.
Necessary documentation, all government taxes, and agency service charge

Excludes

Meals not specified in the ‘Meal Inclusions’ in the above itinerary
International airfare, Nepal visa fee (two passport photographs), payable at the airport on arrival.
Lunch, dinner, drinks and other expenses in the cities.
Personal trekking and adventure gear, clothing and accessories.
Extra supporting staff, laundry, battery charge, and communication expenses.
Personal expenses like tea/coffee bar bill, drinking water, and beverage, snacks, hot shower, etc.
Travel and medical insurance, emergency evacuation/natural disaster or personal reasons
In any case of natural calamities, mishaps or anything beyond our control.
Tips and gratitude for the members of the trekking or the tour.
Any further services not mentioned in “Cost Includes” section
All cost incurred in the case of early returns and late departures than the scheduled itinerary

Please feel free for any queries about any services and Trekking Trail Nepal

Trip Info

Safety of our valuable guests before, during and after the Trek is the priority of Trekking Trail Nepal. It aims to provide the utmost services regarding the safety. Most of the contingencies are to be handled by the experienced staffs and the leader of the trek. Hence, the leader is fully authorized to modify the itinerary accordingly for the safety issues. Trekking Trail Nepal promised to stick with the scheduled itinerary however any mishaps or natural calamities or health conditions may bring change to the planned packages. Our leaders will be happy to provide you the necessary information and will brief the precautions and safety measures to be taken during the trek. Any changes in the itinerary will be informed at the spot.

Reviews (1)

Francisco A , Portugal (🇵🇹)

Jun 2, 2016

“Unforgettable!”

Did this trekking tour some years ago with a group of Portuguese friends. The views and associated feelings we are unique and we still talk frequently about those two magnificent weeks. The guides were very helpful and provided all the support we needed, aside from being very nice guys. Go ahead!