Gokyo Lake Trek: 10-Day Private Tour From Kathmandu
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Country: Nepal
Duration:
10 days
Description
Gokyo Lake Trek is one of the most admired treks to Gokyo Lakes situated in the home of the tallest mountain on earth, Everest. It's a perfect adventure to discover the nature and culture of Khumbu.
Gokyo Lake Trek is a mindblowing and beautiful trek in the Everest region of Nepal. Everest Gokyo Lake Trek takes you to high summer pasture a Yak grazing land which was in earlier days till present, a great scenic country located above Khumbu valley with close views of Mt. Cho-Oyu. The Cho Oyu is the sixth world highest peak, straddling the border with Nepal and Tibet, where Gokyo's last fifth lake is situated. Everest Gokyo Lake Trek is a place of great wonders, where trekkers get excited with awesome views and the panorama from its high scenic viewpoint at high above Gokyo Ri stands at 5,357m / 17,570 ft facing the world's four highest mountains with a series of peaks including an excellent view of Gokyo and its simmering lakes down below with Ngozumba glacier. The Gokyo Lake Trek includes Everest Three Pass Trek and Everest Base Camp.
Gokyo Trek begins with a short flight to reach Lukla the gateway town for various adventures around the high Khumbu valley within Everest. The trail leads on a pleasant trail past nice villages with impressive Buddhist religious monuments on the route facing views of snow-capped peaks. The walk leads into serene alpine woodland to reach Sagarmatha National Park (Sagarmatha for Everest in Nepal, while Sherpa calls as Chomolungma of Tibetan origin), this park is designated as a World Heritage Site protecting its exotic flora and fauna including beautiful forest and dramatic landscapes of mountains and valleys. The adventure continues to reach at famous Namche Bazaar with time for acclimatization and to explore its interesting culture enriched with Buddhism religion and heritage and then heading towards Gokyo Lake hidden between the high mountains of Cholatse and Cho-Oyu a spectacular spot to experience.
Outline Itinerary of Gokyo Lake Trek
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu with transfer to hotel.
Day 02: Flight to Lukla 2,820 m and trek to Phakding 2,657 m – 04 hrs.
Day 03: Trek to Namche Bazaar 3,440 m – 06 hrs.
Day 04: In Namche for rest to support acclimatization with a short hike and excursion.
Day 05: Trek to Dole 4,110 m past Phortse Tenga – 06 hrs.
Day 06: Trek to Machherma 4,470 m – 04 hrs.
Day 07: Trek to Gokyo Lake 4,750 m – 04 hrs.
Day 08: At Gokyo, rest day and hike to Gokyo Ri 5,357m / 17,570 ft.
Day 09: Walk back to Dole – 06 hrs.
Day 10: Trek to Namche Bazaar – 06 hrs.
Day 11: Trek to Lukla – 06 hrs.
Day 12: Fly back to Kathmandu and transfer to hotel with a free afternoon at leisure.
Day 13: Final departure from Kathmandu homeward bound or to respective destinations.
Highlights
- Tranquil Gokyo Lakes and Ngozumpa Glacier
- Gokyo RI for the grand view of the Everest Massif
- Uncongested Trail of Nepal
- Warm, hospitable of Sherpa People
- Exciting options for Trip Extension
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Not allowed to fly the drone.
Without a permit not allowed to do the trek around the Khumbu region.
Don't skip the acclimatization.
Avoid alcoholic liquids.
Our staff will be at airport according to your arrival flight details with your name card.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.