Everest Gokyo Lake Trek

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11 days (approximately)
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Offered in: English

okyo Lakes are the spectacularly beautiful turquoise glacial lakes on the background of some 8000 meters peaks and Gokyo Ri stands right behind the third lake to offer best view of Everest, Cho Oyu and others"
We take opportunity to explore four or five among the six of the Gokyo Lakes- the third lake Dudh Pokhari, the fourth lake Thonak Tsho and the fifth lake Ngozumpa Tsho are the main attraction of Gokyo Valley. Likewise we climb up to Gokyo Ri and get mesmerized on the finest Himalayan views, we explore Ngozumpa Glacier as well as walk around listening one of our crew telling us story about the Bigfoot Yeti. After making ourselves believe that paradise in earth is possible and its in the Himalayas,

What's Included

First aid medicine kit
Trekking map and trip achievement certificate
Air-conditioned vehicle
Breakfast (Optional[2])
Breakfast
One highly experienced, helpful, and friendly guide. Porters (1 porter for two people
Sagarmatha National Park Permit fee
Duffle bag for trekking
Food guide and . Porters, accommodation, salary, and equipment. Accident insurance for all staff
Best available twin sharing lodge for accommodation during the trek.
TIMS Fee- Trekkers' Information Management System (Please bring two passport size photos for permit)
Government taxes & office service charge
Round trip flight Kathmandu – Lukla / Lukla – Kathmandu including departure taxes
Down jacket and sleeping bag use while trekking
Two nights' accommodation with breakfast at a 3-star category hotel in Kathmandu
We provide private bathrooms in Phakding, Namche, and Lukla.
All ground transport in a private vehicle, including airport transfers
Fuel surcharge
Use of SCUBA equipment
GST (Goods and Services Tax)
Private transportation
Three daily meals with tea/coffee (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) during the trek
Tips and gratuities for trekking staff and drivers
Internet and phone call unless it is free.

Meeting and pickup

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

Departure Point: Tribhuwan International Airport, Kathmandu Address: 9851058702 Directions: Tribhuwan International Airport, Kathmandu Dates: See Availability Return point: Tribhuwan International Airport, Kathmandu

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Meeting point
Kathmandu
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 11 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Arrive in Kathmandu (1,400 m)

    1 stop
  • 1

    Our airport representative will be receiving you at Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu and s/he will be displaying an Accessible adventure signboard outside the airport terminal. You will be then transferred to your respective hotel in our private tourist vehicle.

    3 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 2

    Kathmandu to Phakding (2652m/8699ft) Duration: 3 hours

    1 stop
  • 2
    Phakding

    Early morning to Lukla is a lifetime experience in itself. The airfield is at high evaluation and the difference between the two ends of the runway is about an exceptional 60 meters only. Trek to Phakding with an arresting, green landscape with the view of Kusum Kangraru

    4 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 3

    Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3440m/11283ft) Duration: 6 hours

    1 stop
  • 3

    We follow the Dudh Koshi, ascending through Himalayan pine and cedar forests, to the celebrated village of Namche Bazaar. The village of Namche is a historic trading post where Nepalese and Tibetan traders exchange salt, dried meat and textiles. Besides being a splendid destination to shop for traditional crafts, Namche remains the central trading post in the Khumbu that attracts Himalayan and lowland merchants. You will spend two days at Namche for acclimatization, visit local markets and spend time with your team. On the hike we capture our first glimpses of Everest and neighboring peaks

    5 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 4

    Namche Bazar and Everest View Hotel

    1 stop
  • 4
    Everest View Point

    This day is especially sectioned for acclimatization. We will hike to Syangboche Airport (3700m), supposed to be the highest airport in the world, then continue climbing to Everest View Hotel for great panoramic views of the Everest, Lhotse, Amadablam, Tawache etc. On the way back, we visit Sherpa Culture Museum and Everest Photo Gallery

    4 hours • Admission ticket included
    • Day 5

    Namche to Dole (4200m/13776ft) Duration: 5 hrs

    1 stop
  • 5

    The trails easy in the begging up to Kyangjuma & climb steeply out of the valley through rhododendron forests, which give way to fragrant stands of juniper and large conifers as the elevation increases. This trek is especially beautiful in spring when the rhododendrons are blooming. The trails pass many Kharkas, summer settlements used when Sherpas bring herds of yaks to graze in these high pastures. The route passes through the settlement s of Tongba (3950m) and Gyele (3960m) to Dole where there’re few hotels. The views of Khumbila and Tawache (6542m) are incredible throughout the day!!

    5 hours • Admission ticket included
    • Day 6

    Dole to Machhermo (4400m/14432ft) Duration: 5 hrs

    1 stop
  • 6

    We climbs a ridge for an excellent view both down the valley to Kantega and up towards Cho-Oyu (8201m). Beyond the ridge the valley widens as the trail passes through Pangka at (4390m) then descends to the riverbank before beginning of climb on to the terminal moraine of the Ngozumpa Glacier. It’s a steep climb up the moraine, switch backing alongside the stream to the first small Lake at (4650m), where a family of green Brainy ducks resides

    4 hours • Admission ticket included
    • Day 7

    Hike to Gokyo RI (5360m/17880ft) Duration: 4 hrs

    1 stop
  • 7

    Early wake up and climb up to the Gokyo-Ri, for panoramic view of Mahalangur Himalayan range, it takes approximately 2hrs climb to the top of the peak, providing a panoramic view of Cho-Oyu, Gyachung Kang, Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, Cholatse and Tawache & a great looking of Ngozumpa glacier a largest glacier in Nepal

    6 hours • Admission ticket included
    • Day 8

    Trek back to Namche

    1 stop
  • 8

    The Gokyo Lakes and Gokyo Ri trek then follows downhill as we take a look behind towards Cho Oyu. We walk down today enjoying great waterfalls, enjoying interaction with local Himalayan flora, fauna and rhododendron trees beautifully blooming at spring season of the year. While descending down the valley, there come the chances when we get an dual opportunities towards reviewing the snow capped Himalayan views of Amadablam, Tawache, Thamserku and other peaks along with far view of Tengboche too from Mongla. Carrying on our journey, we descend towards Sansa that connects us to the main Everest trail taking us at Namche Bazaar. After arriving at Namche Bazaar, we take a complete rest, enjoy free shower at hotel and relax at your overnight stay quality hotel in Namche

    6 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 9

    Trek back to Lukla (2800m/9184ft) Duration: 7 hours

    1 stop
  • 9
    Lukla

    We shall have our Everest souvenir shopping while we are at Namche Bazaar. Every Saturday large marketplace takes place here where various goods and gears specially trekking and climbing related are traded between sellers and buyers. From Namche, we take the same route downwards which had taken our breath away about a week ago while ascending. Crossing the Dudh Koshi river multiple times over suspension bridge, we get to ground level of Himalayas at Jorsale. Surrounding around us becomes more greener and denser as we are now at descending to lower elevations. The breathing process becomes more easier and easier. Leaving behind another checkpoint while exiting from Sagarmatha National Park gate, we also cross Phakding and after couple of hours walks with few quick stops along the route, we finally arrive at Lukla. We give a stretch to our sore legs and celebrate successful completion of Gokyo Lakes and Gokyo Ri adventure at Everest region of Nepal

    7 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 10

    Lukla to Kathmandu

    1 stop
  • 10
    Kathmandu

    We take a morning from Lukla to Kathmandu that concludes our main objective of trekking. Usually these domestic flights are scheduled for morning due to clear weather condition in early time of the day. to Kathmandu, we assist you in checking in your hotel and then after enjoy you are invited in our farewell dinner at one of the cultural restaurant nearby Thamel. Stay overnight at your hotel in Kathmandu with breakfast and farewell dinner included as meals of the day.

    3 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 11

    Final Departure

    1 stop
  • 11

    Eventually, our 11 days of Gokyo Lakes and Gokyo Ri trekking concludes with your time to leave towards your onward destination. Our office representative will assist you in transferring you to International airport in Kathmandu 3 hours prior your scheduled international flight. With warm greeting fromAccessible , we hope to see you again soon in near future and you give us another chance to organize adventurous trips in days to come. Farewell! Today meal includes breakfast

    3 minutes • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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