Surrounded by lake and the thrilling routes in Solu-Khumbu region, Gokyo lake is yet another natural masterpiece. Everest Gokyo Lake Trekking is as equal to Everest Base Camp Trekking with surpassing beauty but fewer crowds. The major highlight of trekking to Gokyo Ri is a viewpoint with an astonishing panorama of the Himalaya as well as views of the sparkling lakes below and Nepal’s longest glacier.
Emerging as one of the best trek in the Khumbu region, the association with alpine nature is the major reason why everyone is including it in their bucket list. The second option round to Everest Base Camp Trek will meet expectation highlighting Everest, the highest peak and the most dangerous place in the planet. It is the best trekking choice for you if you want to exclude the crowd and fervor on base camp Trail.
This adventurous Gokyo Lake trek starts from Lukla after half an hour mountain flight from Kathmandu, on the way following the Milk-River known as Dudh Koshi toward Namche. After Namche you set off from the main trail towards the lethargic town of Phortse Tenga and lastly reach to our definitive destination Gokyo Lake passing Dole and Machhermo.
Gokyo, the hidden valley in the Himalayas has its own reputation among adventure junkies. The wavering light lake has blessed the area with astounding and amazing views of nature. Not only the silence of nature with hidden destructive power, can you get the life time opportunity to see the 360 degree panoramic views of mountains above 8000 m. The panoramic view from here is more spectacular than from Kala Patthar viewpoint.
Recommended Season
March to May and mid Sept to mid Dec are the best time to trek these places. The sunny weather with very rare rainfall creates awesome scenario. Nights are extremely cold as you reach higher altitude. Monsoom trekking (June-July) will flood your Everest Gokyo trekking experience while Summer is best for botanist.
Arrive at Kathmandu Tribhuwan Airport (1300 m).
Arrival at Tribhuwan international airport. Global Holidays Adventure representative's will meet you in airport and transfer to hotel nearby Thamel.
Overnight at hotel with Breakfast.
Fly to Lukla (2804 m) trek to Phakding (2610 m) 3 hrs.
At early morning our Guide will pick up you from hotel and transfer to Tribhwan Airport. After 35 minute scenic flight we reach at Lukla Airport (2804 m). After arrival at the airport guide will brief you and introduce our porters before we begin our trek towards Phakding at 2610 meters. After landing at Lukla airport we have time to explore the village while our Sherpa crew sort and load our trekking equipment. Then we begin our trek by descending towards the Dudh Koshi river where we join the main trail to Namche Bazaar, located just above Chaunrikharka (2713 m). The walking is easy and after passing through the small village of Ghat (2550 m) it is a short walk to Phakding.
Overnight at Guesthouse with Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
Trek to Namche Bazaar (3441 m) 5/6 hrs.
Today, we continue our trekking along the banks of the Dudh Koshi, crossing this majestic river many times on exciting suspension bridges laden with breathtaking views. Namche Bazaar known as the Gateway to Everest which is home to many quality restaurants, hotels,lodges,shops,Money exchange, internet cafe and a bakery. Namche is one of the biggest villages along the whole Everest trail.
Overnight at Guesthouse with Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
Namche Bazaar Acclimatization day.
In order to acclimatization we will spend a day here and adjust to the thinning of the air . As well as a short trek to a museum clebrating the traditional customs of the Sherpa people to visit. Today we hike up the Syangboche Airport, and around Everest view hotel. From this point, we can see rewarding views of the Himalayas with a stunning sunrise or sunset over the panorama of the Khumbu Peaks.
Overnight at Guesthouse with Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
Trek to Phorste Thanga (3680 m) 5/6 hrs.
Today, our trail climbs out of valley through Rhododendron forest, juniper and large conifers start to appear as the elevation increases making the trekking beautiful in spring. The trail passes through Yak Kharkas and summer settlements. The views of Khumbi la and Tawache are magnificent throughout the day.
Overnight at Guesthouse with Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
Trek to Gokyo (4790 m). 5/6 hrs.
Today, The trails climbs a ridge for an excellent view both down the valley to Kengtega and up towards Cho-Oyu and descend to a river and again climbs steep to the terminal moraine of the Ngozumpz glacier. We will reach at Machherma by early noon.
Overnight at Guesthouse with Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
Trek to Gokyo (4790 m). 6/7 hrs.
Today, we trek for our one of the final destination, Gokyo (4790 m). We will make camp our basecamp for 2 nights, we will have couple of sightseeing and hike trips around Gokyo.
Overnight at Guesthouse with Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
Trek to Gokyo Ri (5483 m) and then Back to Gokyo. 5/6 hrs.
Today, At early in the morning we have steep climb up to the top of Gokyo ri at elevation of 5483 meters, ample to one attempts this trip. There are stunning views of the supper Gokyo valley, the massive Ngozumpa Glacier and an incredible panoramic view of the whole Khumbu Himalayas, such as a giants as Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Makalu, Cho-Oyu nad Gychung Kang can be seen. Those who explore the glacier and Gokyo peak are rewarded. Today we have for acclimatization and after-noon back to the camp.
Overnight at Guesthouse with Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
Trek to Thangna (4500 m) 4/5 hrs.
Gokyo Ri is the highlight of this trip.Early morning, we hike up to the Gokyo Ri. Climbing to Gokyo Ri is obviously strenuous as it is steep up and takes 3 to hours to rach the top. But even from the trial scenery of Gokyo village on the edge of third lake overlooked by Cholatse and the broad Nogzumpa Glacier are mind blowing. We feel like we are surrounded by panoramic mountains like Kusum Kanguru, Thamserku, Kangtega, Taboche, Cholatse, Makalu,Lhotse,Everest, Changtse and Pumori. Light of Sunrays kissing the Everest that towers over all surrounding peaks is unlike from Kala Patthar. Our Gokyo Ri visit will be unforgettable life time memories. we trek down to Gokyo. Upon breakfst we trek to Thaknak for overnight scaling by the second lakes and the Ngozumba Glacier.
Overnight at Guesthouse with Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
Cross Cho La pass (5300 m) trek to Dzongla (4710 m) 7/8 hrs.
Today, At Early morning before sunrise we have to start our trek and reach the pass by 9-10 am otherwise weather conditions will disturb our journey. We cross over at an altitude of 5300 meters we could be exposed to strong winds if crossing too late. We start to climb steeply that is regularly used and easy to follow. However, the problem may arise due to the altitude and snow. It often causes terrible problems to cross the pass if it is covered by snow. As you reach the top, you are rewarded by the magnificent views, then we descend to the Dzongla at noon.
Overnight at Guesthouse with Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
Trek to Lobuche (4910 m) 4/5 hrs.
Today's walk will be little bit shorter. Thus, we would get more time to observe and relax. we climb down from Dzongla and cross a bridge and then transverse through grassy trail, enjoying the view of Lobuche peak we stretch up eventually through a ridge. Ama Dablam, Kangtega, Thamserku Taboche are seen looming prominently. Curving round through the wide gravelly river bed, we will ba t Lobuche.
Overnight at Guesthouse with Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
Trek to Everest Base Camp (5365 m) then back to Gorak shep, 7/8 hrs.
Today's trek is quite difficult along the Khumbu Glacier and up to Everest Base camp at 5365 meters. The closest you can get to Mt. Everest without mountaineering equipment. There will likely be a team there about to attempt the summit. The view of the Khumbu icefall from Base cmap is spectacular. We return back to Gorak shep for the night. Overnight at Guesthouse with BLD basis.
Hike up to Kalapattar (5455 m) early in the morning then trek down to Periche (4200 meters). 7-8 hrs.
This will be one of the most difficult yet rewarding days of the trek. Most of morning in this day is spent climbing Mt. Kala pattar,a small peak at 5555 meters. The ascent is demanding but the climber gets the most magnificent mountain panorama: Everest, the highest point on the planet at 8848 meters, towers directly ahead and on all sides loom the other giants,Nuptse,pumori,Chagatse,Lhotse and countless others. We make a quick descent to Gorak shep, a tiny hamlet at 5180 meters then trek down to Periche.
Overnight at Guesthouse with Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
Trek to Namche Bazaar (3441 meters) 6/7 hrs.
Today, From Periche we take a slightly different route down to Orsho then to Pangboche village. Here we can see the oldest monastery in the region which contiains what is said to be the scalp and bones of a Yeti, or abominable snowmanthe at elevation of 3860 meters before continuing back to the town of Namche Bazaar at 3441 meters. We arrive back into Namche Bazaar in the afternoon.
Overnight at Guesthouse with Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
Trek to Lukla (2804 m) 5/6 hrs.
Finally, we return to Lukla where the trek began, which will seem like a lifetime ago. Enjoying time to reflect on the trek as a group and the personal achievement of all those who took part. Also giving you time to explore the town.
Overnight at Guesthouse with Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
Fly to Kathmandu.
Enjoying your last glimpse of the mountains.We will reach Kathmandu after 35 minute's scenic flight. After arrival you will transfer to hotel. You can take rest in hotel.
Overnight at Hotel with Breakfast.
Kathmandu Sightseeing
Today, After morning breakfast you will introduced your trekking guide and you can ask question about your trekking which includes briefing and preparations for the trip. After final briefing in remaining time you can do sight-seen around Kathmandu valley, one of the biggest Buddhist shrines in the world, where Buddhist monks in prayer in the monasteries surrounding the stupa. After Budhanath we visit Pashupatinath which is the most famous Hindu temple in the country, located on the banks of the holy Bagmati river. In Pashupatinath we can see Hindu holy men (sadhus) mediating, pilgrims bathing and occasionally funeral pyres burning on the sides of river Bagmati. We also visit Swyambhunath which is also called monkey temple. Overnight at hotel with BB basis.
Transfer to Tribhuwan airport for your final departure.
Today's our company representatives will drop you to the international airport for your onwards destination.
[NOTE: The above information is a guide and standard template of what we provide. The trek can be customized at your request to accommodate your specific requirements.]
