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Gokyo Valley Trek

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4.7 Based on 7 Reviews
  • Booking Type Instant booking
  • duration 10 days
  • tour type Private and Group
  • age requirement 7-80 yrs
  • max group size 10
  • guiding method Fully guided
  • Trek difficulty Medium
  • Tour Code BM-84
  • Footprint Carbonneutral CO2 emissions resulting from all trips on Bookmundi will be offset via investments in carbon reduction projects.
  • Operated in English, Nepali
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  • Starts Kathmandu, Nepal
  • Ends Kathmandu, Nepal
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HIGHLIGHTS
  • Visit historical Sherpa museum and Saturday market in Namche Bazaar.
  • Bird’s eye view from National park head quarter.
  • Live through Sherpa culture and a glimpse of Yeti head in Khumjung village.
  • Explore the Gokyo lake,View from Renjo pass ,explore the Thame monastery hidden valley.
The Gokyo trek is a great trekking trail in Nepal. The trek will provide you with superb views of the world's highest mountains, emerald green glacier lakes, and the world's second largest Ngozumpa glacier. From Gokyo Peak at around 5,300 meter you will get a 360 degree Himalayan panoramic view which is one of the best in Nepal, if not the best.

The trek begins with a 30 minutes flight from Kathmandu to Lukla, an airport and the main entrance point to the Everest region. The trail takes us through the lush Dudkosi valley having a rich flora and fauna. We will also encounter Sherpa villages and Buddhist monasteries. After 2 days we will arrive to Namche bazaar, the capital of the Everest region. We will be spending an extra day at Namche Bazar so as to acclimatize properly. During this day we will make a small excursion to a viewpoint where Mt. Everest can be seen.

After Namche Bazar we will follow the trail to Dole, Machhermo, Luza and finally we will arrive to Gokyo village. From Gokyo village we will hike up Gokyo Ri in the morning for a great sunrise over the Himalayas. Atop Gokyo Ri we get amazing views of Mt Everest, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Makalu, and Mt. Cho Oyu, including views of Gokyo's 5 green emerald lakes. Another highlight is the massive ice ridge between Mt. Cho Oyu and Mt. Gyangchung kang at 7,925m.

It is possible to do this trek all year around, and the best times are from the beginning of March to May and from September to December, as the weather is even more favourable. If you are able to walk 6 hours a day you can do this trek. If in doubt as to your physical fitness please add a porter upon booking.

We are looking forward to providing you with a great Himalayan adventure.
ITINERARY Expand All
  • Day 1: Fly to Lukla(2810m) and Trek to Phakding(2610m)
  • Day 2: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3445m)
  • Day 3: Acclimatization day at Namche Bazar.
  • Day 4: Trek to Dole. (4150m)
  • Day 5: Trek to Machhermo (4470m)
  • Day 6: Trek to Gokyo (4790m) day trip to Fifth Lake.
  • Day 7: Trek down to Dole (4200m) after Gokro Ri
  • Day 8: Trek down to Namche (3445m).
  • Day 9: Trek down to Lukla (2830m).
  • Day 10: Fly from Lukla to Kathmandu.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
  • A highly experience, helpful, knowledgeable, friendly , English speaking well trained, Government License holder guide with all his salary, food, drinks, accommodation, transport and insurance.
  • A Strong, helpful porter with proper equipment (one porter for two people).
  • Three meals a day (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) during the trek.
  • Fresh fruit every evening after the dinner.
  • Trekking lodge (Tea House) accommodation during the trek.
  • All necessary paper works Sagarmatha National Park Entry Permit & Khumbu Pashang Lhamu Rural Municipality fees.
  • Flight ticket (Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu) including airport transfer.
  • comprehensive first aid kit box available.
  • Government taxes and official expenses.
  • Use of sleeping bag, down Jacket and walking Poles (if you don’t have your own, To be return after trip completed). Using these 3 items you pay $10 USD each as maintenance and washing charge.
  • Nepal Eco Adventure T-shirt and cap.
  • Arrangement of Emergency Helicopter service, in case of emergency (actual flight to be paid by your Travel insurance).
  • Gokyo valley trekking route map.
  • Oxymeter to check your pulse and oxygen saturation and heart rate twice daily (Very useful to check Altitude Mountain Sickness(AMS) symptoms) Which will ensure you trek is in the safest hands possible
  • Assistant guide group size above 6+ person.
OPTIONAL ADDONS (Available during check-out)
  • Airport Pickup
  • Airport Drop
WHAT'S EXCLUDED
  • Nepal visa fee $30 USD for 15 days visa.
  • Hotel and meals in kathmandu.
  • Your Travel and medical insurance.
  • International airfare.
  • Your personal expenses.
  • Drinks and beverages
  • All desserts, sweet things like chocolate, cake, pie, pudding.
  • Hot shower and camera battery or phone charging at the tea houses.
  • Tips for trekking staff (Tipping is expected).
CUSTOMER REVIEWS
4.7 - Excellent
Based on 7 reviews
  • Beatrice Goad
  • From Australia
  • On Dec 26 2018
5 - Excellent
Most incredible trip!! Definitely no regrets booking this!!
My name is Beattie, I'm 21, an Australian studying in the US and I just completed a 10 day trek to Gokyo Lakes and Gokyo Ri. I could not stress more how much I enjoyed this trek and how you will definitely not regret a single... Read more
  • Vincent Beliveau
  • From Canada
  • On May 15 2017
4 - Very Good
Very Good
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  • Anonymous
  • From USA
  • On Mar 24 2017
5 - Excellent
Amazing Trip!!
Simply fantastic. The views were awesome, decent teahouses with really good food, made some fantastic friends & would use this same company again. The owner, Chattra was great & my guide, Ram Karki was the best guide anyone could... Read more
  • Maxwell Cohen
  • From USA
  • On Dec 08 2016
5 - Excellent
gokyo lake trek
Amazing trek! The guide was awesome, very friendly staff, made for a perfect trip. would highly recommend to anyone looking to get into some nepalese trekking!!
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CANCELLATION

Free cancellation up to 60 days prior departure, after which the deposit becomes non-refundable.

Other Practical InformationEssential Equipment for Trekking in Nepal: A warm sleeping bag rated for temperatures up to -15 degree Celsius Comfortable hiking boots. Make sure they are tried and tested before you go on this trek. Carry spare boot laces and lightweight trainers/shoes as well A waterproof jacket a fleece jacket and a down jacket. Also carry a Fleece sweater Waterproof trousers Light-weight fleece or woollen vests. Long or short-sleeved shirts Warm hiking trousers Underwear A woollen/felt hat (can be purchased in Kathmandu for a couple of pounds) and a wide-rimmed sun hat 2 to 3 pairs good quality walking socks Warm gloves or mitts A large rucksack or a duffel bag (55 to 70l) along with a rucksack liner or a thick bin bag A day sack (25 to 40l) Dark sunglasses High-factor sunscreen & lip balm Ear plugs (walls in the lodges can be thin) A headlamp and spare batteries. 2 water bottles and a water purification kit Toiletries A small hand towel (do not bring large towels. They are bulky and heavy) Toilet paper (you can buy poor-quality paper along the route) Non essential but recommended Equipment: Hiking poles A light-weight windproof jacket A neck warmer A sleeping bag liner Wet wipes A length of string or para-cord (12 feet) Half a dozen cloth pegs Safety pins Plastic bags, carrier bags. These come in handy for a myriad uses. Shorts Camera (you can recharge batteries at a small cost in lodges) Binoculars
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS Find answers to the most frequently asked questions about this tour.
  • How much money do I need to bring with me?

    Your personal budget obviously depends on your spending habits and what is included in your trip cost. If accommodation is included, but meals are not, we would suggest that you bring around 30 USD per day per person for meals. Having a hot shower or charging your device sometimes costs extra. There are also sometimes small crafts/souvenirs to buy along the trekking route which you may want to bring extra money for. Also, consider whether you would be staying in Kathmandu or Pokhara before or after your trek.

  • Is quarantine in Nepal in effect for arriving visitors?

    There are no quarantine requirements in Nepal for arriving visitors at the moment.

  • How much should my backpack weigh?

    A properly packed backpack (not including your day pack) should ideally not weigh more than 13 kg. It is also important to note that if you are taking a flight to the start of your trek, many smaller aircraft have weight restrictions. For example, if you are flying from Kathmandu to Lukla, you are only allowed 10kg of checked luggage, and 5 kg of hand baggage. Thus, in case of a small flight, you should ideally pack a 10 kg backpack for checked luggage, and then add 5 kg in your hand baggage. You can then re-shuffel the weigt once you start your trek at the trailhead.  

  • Do I need a porter?

    The decision to hire a porter is up to you and usually based on your fitness level and/or budget. One porter can be shared between two people and can carry up to 25 kg. Many trekkers hire a porter to have a more comfortable trek.

  • Do I require a porter for carrying water?

    On most popular treks you can expect plenty of places where you can refill your water bottle, meaning you don’t need to carry a huge water supply with you. Bring an extra bottle of water if you are concerned. If you already have a porter, you can ask him/her to carry water as long as it is within the weight limit. Another option is to carry water purification tablets or LifeStraw, both of which can be found in Kathmandu.

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