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10 daysDuration
Private TourPrivate experience, no group joining
10 - 79 yearsAge range for participants
EnglishGuide language
5000mHighest point reached
Starts
Kathmandu, Nepal
Ends
Kathmandu, Nepal
Highlights
Explore Gokyo Village, a unique Sherpa settlement at the base of Gokyo Ri Peak
See the breathtaking views of mountains, including Everest, Amadablam and Pumori
Witness the simmering Gokyo Lake, the world's highest freshwater lake
Explore Ngozompa Glacier
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Airport / Hotel / Airport pick up & drop by private tourist vehicle.Airfare from Kathmandu – Lukla - Kathmandu including airport departure tax in Kathmandu and Lukla airport.Standard Guest House accommodation while trekking time on a twin-sharing basis with breakfast.Well, I English-speaking Government License Holder and Experienced Trek leader/Guide.Food, Accommodation, salary, insurance, and equipment are for all staff.Everest National Park Permits and TIMS for trekking.All government, hotel, and other applicable taxes.Farewell, dinner in a typical Nepali Restaurant.Free Mount Glory Duffle, Sleeping Bag(return after trek) and T-shirt.Trip Completion Certificate.Official expenses.
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Craving pristine Himalayan lakes and dramatic mountain vistas? The "Gokyo Lake Trek" is a 10-day adventure tailor-made for young adults and experienced trekkers. Journey through scenic valleys, cross high-suspension bridges, and absorb sweeping views of Everest, Kusum Kanguru, and Thamserku.
Along the way, immerse yourself in Sherpa culture and savor local cuisine, all while spotting unique flora and fauna. Reach the serene holy lakes, culminating at Dudh Pokhari and the grand Cho Oyu Summit, before descending through rhododendron forests.
The USP of this trek is the rare opportunity to witness the tranquil beauty of the Gokyo Lakes—less crowded than Everest Base Camp—delivering both peace and awe on every step.
day 1 - Kathmandu — Lukla — Phakding
Board a flight from Kathmandu to Lukla, which takes around 40 minutes. Once you reach Lukla, there will be a brief break, followed by a three-hour trek to Phakding.
Duration:4-5 hours
Accommodation: Guest house
Meals:Breakfast, Lunch
day 2 - Phakding — Namche Bazar
The day will start with a warm breakfast at a local guest house and a short briefing session. Once the formalities are out of the way, your journey will begin as you walk through the scenic rivers and pass through high-suspension bridges. On this day, your scenic journey will change from green hills to low snow-capped mountains as you catch glimpses of Mount Everest.
Mount Everest is not the only mountain you will witness. On this steep journey, you will come across Mt Kusum Kanguru, Thamserku, Konde-Ri, and more. After a trek of six to seven hours, you will arrive at your destination for the day, Namche Bazaar.
Duration:5 hours
Accommodation: Guest house
Meals:Breakfast
day 3 - Acclimatization at Namche Bazar
Although the entire journey is about ascending and descending, the air gets noticeably thinner after this point. Therefore, you will be given a day to rest and acclimate at Namche Bazaar.
Since Namche Bazaar is one of the primary trading hubs of this region, you will have plenty of things to do on your free day here. You can experience the rich local culture, indulge in the best regional cuisines, and more.
But the key point of this day off is to rest and recharge your energy, so be sure not to exhaust yourself too much.
Accommodation: Guest house
Meals:Breakfast
day 4 - Namche Bazar — Dole
After you have gotten used to the thin air and the climate at Namche Bazaar, the journey continues. The route for the day will take you from Namche Bazaar, Khumjung, Khumbila, Sanasa, Mangala, Phortse Tenga and Dole.
Throughout this route, you will get to witness some of the best panoramic views of the mountains. Along with the distant view of the mountains, you will come into close contact with many mountain moss and lichens.
Duration:5 hours
Accommodation: Guest house
Meals:Breakfast
day 5 - Dole — Machhermo
There will be a relatively short trek today. The day starts with the usual briefing and some light snacks. Once this is done, the journey continues as you brush past wild junipers that can only be found in high altitudes.
If you arrive in this location during summer, you may come across pasturing yaks and semi-green pasturelands. Your will also be greeted by the breathtaking views of Cho Oyu along with some other mountains. You will be at your destination within four to five hours.
Duration:4-5 hours
Accommodation: Guest house
Meals:Breakfast
day 6 - Machhermo — Gokyo Valley.
After the usual briefing and some light breakfast, you continue your journey with scenic views. As you travel through the path to Bangka, Ngozumpa glacier, and pass through the holy lakes, you will understand why Gokyo Trek is considered a special one. As you pass Dudh Pokhari, you reach the final destination of this journey. You can see the humbling view of Cho Oyu Summit and Gyaching Kang from this lake.
Duration:5 hours
Accommodation: Guest house
Meals:Breakfast
day 7 - Gokyo Valley — Gokyo Ri-Machhermo
After staying for a night around the local settlements at Gokyo Lake, the descent back home begins. There will be some bitter-sweet feelings as you realize that this beautiful journey is nearing its end. However, this will enhance the enjoyment of each second you spend on this land isolated from modern life.
The first part is naturally a climb to the peak of Gokyo Ri. Here you will get one of the best views of this journey as you bow to the humbling presence of the mountains surrounding you. After this, it's a short walk back to Machhermo village.
Duration:6 hours
Accommodation: Guest house
Meals:Breakfast
day 8 - Machhermo — Namche Bazaar.
Unlike the ascend that lasted two days, the descent back to Namche Bazaar can be made within a day. The trail gently descends from the peak as you descend the Photse Tenga and witness the scenic view of rhododendron forests.
The entire trek down will take around six to seven hours, but it will feel relatively quick. You will be so engrossed in the views that you will not notice the flow of time or the tiredness in your body.
Duration:5 hours
Accommodation: Guest house
Meals:Breakfast
day 9 - Namche Bazaar — Lukla
Technically this would be the last day of your trek since the next day will consist of simply flying back to Kathmandu. This will be a relatively long trek since you will need to journey through the ups and downs of the trail which can last anywhere from seven to eight hours. Since this will be your last day trekking, every second will be precious as you try to take in as much as possible.
Duration:5 hours
Accommodation: Guest house
Meals:Breakfast
day 10 - Lukla — Kathmandu
Today you will leave the Everest region and fly back to Kathmandu. Once you arrive in Kathmandu, you can do practically anything you like. This includes visiting some of the best tourist attractions and trying local cuisines. You can even take a Kathmandu Valley sightseeing tour if you wish to do so.
