Gokyo Lakes Trek - Overview
Situated in the Sulu Khumbu region, the Gokyo Lakes Trek will provide you with quieter surroundings but still jaw-dropping views of the world’s 1st, 4th, 5th and 6th highest mountains - Everest (8850 m), Lhotse (8516 m), Makalu (8463 m) and Cho Oyu (8201 m) respectively. You will follow the Dudh Kosi river up the Gokyo valley to meet its source, the enormous Ngozumpa Glacier. You then open out to see the dazzling series of emerald green lakes, surrounded by rough, lofty and beautiful mountain terrain.
The Gokyo Lakes Trek will take you through traditional Sherpa villages, notably the village of Gokyo, where not only will you experience local Sherpa culture, but also many herds of yaks – the native hardworking animals of the Sulu Khumbu region. The trek finishes with an early morning trek up Gokyo Ri (5367 m) from which you will be rewarded with unforgettable mountain views of the whole Sulu Khumbu region. For those who are seeking that extra challenge, this is an ideal trek. We promise, you will not be disappointed.
Gokyo Lakes Trek - Trekking Facts |
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Trek Difficulty: | Level 3 - Medium |
Trek Duration: | 11 days |
Remoteness: | Fairly Remote |
Max Altitude: | 5357 Meters at Gokyo Ri |
Accommodation: | Teahouses / Guesthouses / Lodges |
Best Season: | Mar-May, Oct-Nov |
Transport To/From Trek: | Flight to the town of Lukla; also accessible by taking a bus to Shivalaya and then a few days of trekking up to Lukla. |
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