12 Days Gokyo Valley Trek From Kathmandu

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12 days (approximately)
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12 Days Gokyo Valley Trek From Kathmandu is labeled moderate in difficulty. Gokyo Valley is a living museum dotted with small villages and settlements still not touched by modernity and intact with an unspoiled environment . The friendly Sherpa local add the charm to the place with their simple rural lifestyle. Gokyo valley is also the base of the highest freshwater lake system in the world, comprising of 19 lakes, both big and small. Among them, six hold significant important because of their size and depth. Another attraction in this area is the Gokyo Valley itself, a quaint village situated by the bank of the third Gokyo Lake.The trek features traversing through several Sherpa settlement and Buddhist monastries while enjoying the continuous vista of the Khumba Himalayas. The trek , following the trails of Dudh Koshi river throughout takes the trekkers from green forested paths of Khumba to the stony terrains to the morains of Ngozumpa glacier.

What's Included

Pick up and drop,permit tims,local tax ,government tax ,all entrance fees
Private tour
Experience trekking guide, air tickets (kathmandu to lukla and lukla to kathmandu)
Meals (available at purchase),personal expenses,gratitude

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We provide pick up all the travelers from hotel or residence area Thamel Kathmandu or From Airport.

Itinerary

Duration: 12 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Arrive at Tribhuwan International Airport Kathmandu and transfer to hotel.

    1 stop
  • 1
    Kathmandu

    Upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport, Kathmandu, you will be greeted by our office representative who will then transfer you to your hotel. 0vernight at a 3 star hotel in Kathmandu.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
    • Day 2

    Fly from Kathmandu to Lukla (2886 m) and trek to Phakding (2610 m/ 4 hrs)

    1 stop
  • 2
    Phakding

    You take early morning flight from Kathmandu to Lukla. The landscape changes from green hills to snow-capped mountains as you enjoy the aerial view of your 40 min flight. Upon landing in Lukla, the trek starts as you head towards Phakding. You will only walk a short distance today for acclimatization purpose. Passing through many Sherpa villages and enjoying the fresh air of the Himalayas, you arrive in Phakding. Overnight in Phakding.

    5 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 3

    Phakding-Namche Bazaar (3440 m/7 hrs)

    1 stop
  • 3
    Namche Bazaar

    Today you will reach the commercial hub of Khunba, Namche Bazaar, which is also known as the gateway to Everest. The trail walks mostly alongside Dudh Koshi River and goes through rhododdendron and magnolia forest leading to the checkpoint of Sagarmatha National Park at Mojo. Then, crossing Dudh Koshi River several times on suspension bridge, you arrive in the Sherps town of Namche Bazaar. Enjoy the panorama of Everest (8848 m) and other mountains. Overnight in Namche.

    7 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 4

    Rest at Namche Bazaar for acclimatization.

    1 stop
  • 4
    Namche Bazaar

    Today is a rest day in Namche for acclimatizatiom purpose. However, you can hike up to Hotel Everest View (3962 m), the highest operating hotel, for a stunning panorama of Mt.Everest (8848 m) along with other peaks of Khumbu. Later, you can explore the market of Namche and visit the Sherpa Museum to get to understand the culture and life of the Sherpa in the Himalayas. Overnight in Namche.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
    • Day 5

    Namche Bazaar-Dhole (4040 m/6 hrs)

    1 stop
  • 5
    Dudh Koshi River

    Leaving Namche, you follow the trial of Dudh Koshi River upstream and ascent on a trail field with Mami walls and prayer flags. The peaks of Everest (8848 m), Ama Dablam (6856 m), Lhotse (8414 m), Taboche (6367 m), and so on can be seen glimmering on the skyline. You reach Dhole after passing through several Sherpa Village and small monastries. Overnight in Dhole.

    6 hours • Admission ticket included
    • Day 6

    Dhole-Machhermo (4150 m/6 hrs)

    1 stop
  • 6
    Machhermo

    The trail from Dhole to Machhermo features a continuous view of the snowy peaks like Taboche (6367 m), Cholastse (6335 m), Cho Oyu (8188 m), Everest (8848 m) and so on. You make gradual ascend alongside Dudh Koshi River and pass the settlement of Kele and Luza before arriving in Machhermo. Overnight in Machhermo.

    6 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 7

    Machhermo-Gokyo (4750 m/5 hrs)

    1 stop
  • 7
    Gokyo

    Today is the day you reach your ultimate destination, Gokyo valley.As you ascend on the banks of Dudh Koshi River with the views of the Khumbu Himalayas. You pass a few monastries and chortens before arriving at the first Gokyo Lake. Then, walking on the moraines of Ngozumpa Glacier, you arrive at the second lake, and finally at the third lake, behind which the ancient Sherpa villages of Gokyo resides. Overnight in Gokyo.

    5 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 8

    Excursion Day in Gokyo, day hike to Gokyo Peak (5483 m)

    1 stop
  • 8
    Gokyo

    You will spend the whole day exploring the Gokyo vicinity. You can either just strool around the village or hike up to Gokyo Ri 95360 m) for a mind-blowing vista of Cho Oyo (8188m), Everest (8848 m), and the Mahalangur Himalayan Rnage. You will also able to see the whole Gokyo Valley and the Gokyo Lakes along with Ngozumpa Glacier from the top of Gokyo Ri (5360 m). Hike back to Gokyo village .Overnight in Gokyo.

    3 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 9

    Trek back from Gokyo-Dhole (4040 m/7 hrs)

    1 stop
  • 9
    Machhermo

    It is time to say goodbye to the pristine valley of Gokyo. You leave the third, second, and first Gokyo Lake respectively and walk past the settlements of Phanga, Machhermo, Luza, and Kele to arrive in Dhole. Throughout the trek, you will be accompanied by the views of Cholatse (6335 m) and Taboche (6367 m). Overnight in Dhole.

    7 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 10

    Dhole-Namche Bazaar (3440 m/6 hrs)

    1 stop
  • 10
    Namche Bazaar

    Leaving Dhole behind , you head back to the vibrant town of Namche Bazaar. You trek downhill to Sanasa via Phortse Thanga and Mong to join the bustling Everest Base Camp trail. You then descend through the alpine forest and past small monastries to reach Namche Bazaar. Feel free to explore the pubs and eateries in Namche . Overnight stay in Namche

    6 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 11

    Namche Bazaar-Lukla (2886 m/8 hrs)

    1 stop
  • 11
    Lukla

    You will receive your way from Namche Bazaar to Lukla following the trail of Dudh Koshi River. As yoy trek through the Rhododendron forest, you will pass many Sherpa village ,age-old monasteries, painted mani walls, and prayer wheels before you arrive in Lukla. Overnight stay in Lukla.

    8 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 12

    Fly from Lukla-Kathmandu which takes 40 min.

    1 stop
  • 12
    Kathmandu

    You will fly over the mountains one more time as you board youe early morning flight from Lukla to Kathmandu.

    40 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Supplied by Saara Tourism Nepal-Travel Advisor in Nepal

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