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Gokyo Lakes and Gokyo Ri Trek - 14 Days

  • Trip Code HTA-69
  • Duration: 14 Days
  • Trip Grade Moderate
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Trip Highlights

Gokyo and Gokyo Ri trek Highlights:-

  • Exciting mountain flight Kathmandu / Lukla.
  • Namche Bazaar gateway of Mt. Everest
  • Sherpa culture and lifestyle in Khumjung
  • Tranquil Gokyo lake
  • Climbing Gokyo- Ri (5483m/17984ft)
  • View of The tallest said Mt Everest, Mt Lhotse, Mt Makalu, Mt Cho Oyu , and other mountains from Gokyo Ri

     

About Trip:

"Gokyo(The World’s highest freshwater lake system), of that Thonak Lake, is the largest which lies - 4700 M - 5000 M. Major plain land at the height in the place so the view is the upshot."

Gokyo and Gokyo Ri Trek:- Entering the world of Himalayas ever on existence through a flight to Lukla. No doubt the topography to be just so resulting in the formation Gokyo, only one in the world making numbers in altitude to the highest. The trek is designed to subject to the very area's Pleasence and top it up with an ascent to Gokyo Ri to make you feel alive. A classical Trek starting with a UNESCO site sightseeing in Kathmandu for the historical flashback with Everest national Park also being UNESCO site listed where the mighty Everest lies. The magnificent lake in the Gokyo valley from first to fifth gives amazing scenery for the viewers.

Ascent: Gokyo Ri(5357m.)

Features:   The Topography of the Place at altitudes unlocking magnificent view.

 

Outline Itinerary

S.N.:- Outline Itinerary:-
Day-01:(1,350m.) Step on Kathmandu
Day-02:(1,350m.) UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE
(SIGHTSEEING)
Day-03:(2,860m.) Lukla Flight& Phakding Trek,3-4 hrs.
Day-04:(3,438m.) Namche Bazaar,5-6 hrs.
Day-05:(3,438m.) Namche Acclimatization
Day-06:(3,680m.) Phortse Thanga,5-6 hrs.
Day-07:(4,470m.) Machhermo,4-5 hrs.
Day-08:(4,800m.) Gokyo,4-5 hrs walk
Day-09:(5,357m.) Climb Gokyo Ri-hike 5th lakes,5-6 hers
Day-10:(4,038m.) Dole,3-4 hrs
Day-11:(3,440m.) Namche Bazaar,6-7 hrs walk
Day-12:(2,800m.) Lukla,6-7 hrs.
Day-13:(1,350m.) Kathmandu flight,45 mins
Day-14:(1,350m.) Final Departure 

 

Cost Includes:

  • Airport pickups and drops in a private vehicle
  • Star level hotel accommodation in Kathmandu with breakfast
  • Teahouse accommodation during the trek
  • All meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) during the trek
  • Welcome and farewell dinners
  • All ground transportation on a comfortable private vehicle as per the itinerary
  • Domestic flights (Kathmandu- Lukla -Kathmandu)
  • Guided city tour in Kathmandu by private vehicle
  • Entrance fees for sightseeing/monument visits as per the itinerary
  • An experienced, English-speaking and government-licensed trek leader and assistant trek leader (4 trekkers: 1 assistant guide)
  • Porter service (2 trekkers: 1 porter)
  • Staff costs including their salary, insurance, equipment, domestic airfare, food and accommodation
  • Himalayan Traverse’s trekking bag/duffel bag 
  • All necessary paperwork and trekking permits (National Park Permit, TIMS)
  • Medical kit (carried by your trek leader)
  • All government and local taxes

     

Cost Excludes:

  • Nepalese visa fee 
  • Excess baggage charge(s)
  • Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu because of early arrival, late departure, early return from mountain (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary
  • Lunch and evening meals in Kathmandu
  • International flights
  • Travel and rescue insurance
  • Personal expenses (phone calls, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, extra porters, bottle or boiled water, shower, etc.)
  • Tips for guide(s), porter(s) and driver(s)

     

 

Day-01:Step on Kathmandu(1,350M./4,429FT.)

From 1st step off to the land of Nepal, Completing our mandatory custom Formalities -Tribhuwan International Airport, Kathmandu. Himalayan Traverse representative excited full of joy for you at the gate who will lead us to Hotel.  Rest of the day taking rest to get recharged after the tiredness of the long flight.

✈1,350m.                                        

☾Hotel Vaishali                                         

〄No Meal

Day-02:UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SIGHTSEEING(1,350M./4,429FT.)

4-landmarks, 3 UNESCO World Heritage Sites Visit with a Professional Licensed Person helping you know Kathmandu even deep historically. (Swayambhunath, Bauddhanath)- Stupa, Pashupatinath Temple, and Kathmandu Durbar Square. With the knowledge gained we make you actually feel welcomed the Night as a part of a family with a warm Nepalese cuisine at a welcome dinner hosted by Himalayan Traverse after knowing the team and getting to know our guides in person.

Overnight in Kathmandu.           

INCLUDED MEALS: WELCOME DINNER

✈1,350m.                                          

☾Hotel Vaishali                                          

〄Breakfast, Welcome Dinner 

Day-03: Lukla (2,860 m/9,383 ft.) Flight: 45 min & Phakding Trek (2,651m/8,700ft): 3-4 hrs walk

A short scenic mountain-flight one of the best takes us to Lukla. Everest Base Camp journey starts with landing at Tenzing Hillary Airport gateway of Mountains. We start our hiking to Phakding, passing by Cheplung Village for the view of yet not ascended Khumbila(5760m). Overnight at Phakding.

INCLUDED MEALS: BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER

✈2,860m.                                          

☾Hotel/Tea-House                                                       

〄Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner 

Day-04: Namche Bazaar (3,438m/11,280 ft.)Trek: 5-6 hrs walk

Start our hike With Dudhkoshi river by, entrance to Sagarmatha National park.  Reach Namche Bazaar being through pine forest north up the valley of Benkar which is also known as the “Gateway to Mount Everest”. View of Mount Everest and Mount Lhotse. Overnight at Namche Bazaar.

INCLUDED MEALS: BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER

✈3,438m.                                          

☾Hotel/Tea-House                                                       

〄Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner 

Day-05: Namche Bazaar Acclimatization

An acclimatization day. We can do activities as per your wish as it's the rest day at the main center of the region with markets & services to the possible extent. A short hike to Khumjung or Everest View Hotel and enjoying the view of the mighty Himalayas should do for the day. Experience the Sherpa culture and learn about mountaineering history by making a short visit to Sherpa Museum and Khumjung School nearby. Overnight at Namche Bazaar.

INCLUDED MEALS: BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER

✈3,438m.                                          

☾Hotel/Tea-House                                                       

〄Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner 

Day 06:Phortse Thanga (3,680m/12,073 ft.): 5-6 hrs walk

A walk for Phortse Thanga begins with a climb to Khumjung hill and descending to the east of the village down the valley which leads to the northern route via the Dudhkoshi river by our side. As we descend more we reach nearer to Phortse Thaga as we walk by the sandy slopes of the Dudhkoshi river. Overnight at Phortse Thanga

INCLUDED MEALS: BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER

✈3,680m.                                          

☾Hotel/Tea-House                                                       

〄Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner 

Day 07:Machhermo (4,470m/ 14,663 ft.): 4-5 hrs walk

Today our trail takes upwards towards Machermo. As we walk we can see the wonderful waterfalls and natural sceneries by our side which adds excitement to our journey. Walking alongside the Dudhkoshi river again we will also see big chortens today. Overnight at Macchermo.

✈4,470m.                                          

☾Hotel/Tea-House                                                       

〄Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner 

Day 08:Gokyo (4,800 m/15,744 ft.): 4-5 hrs walk

Today we start our day with a grand walk to the Land of Gokyo Lakes. We also cross over the bridge over a large river as we get into Gokyo Land. As we reach our destination, first of all, we can see the amazing first lake of Gokyo. Walking a bit further ahead we can see the second lake and again comes the third lake. Today we spend our time enjoying the view of the magnificent lakes Gokyo and overnight later in Gokyo itself.

✈4,800m.                                          

☾Hotel/Tea-House                                                       

〄Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner 

Day 09:Gokyo Valley Acclimatization

Today is the second acclimatization day of our trek which we will be doing in Gokyo as it is a wonderful and perfect place to acclimatize for our further trip too. As for today, we can hike to the fourth and fifth lake in Gokyo valley. The fifth lake is more popular among trekkers as it provides wonderful views of the slopes of Mount Everest too. After the hike of nearly 5 hours we overnight later in Gokyo Valley again.

✈4,800m.                                          

☾Hotel/Tea-House                                                       

〄Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner 

Day 10: Dole(4,038m.): 3 - 4 hours

Descent the trail, Dudh Koshi River and pass 1st Gokyo lakes. View-Cholatse and Taboche Peak. Descent before climb a hill. After reaching the Chorten, view-Thamserku, Cho Oyu, & Kangtega mountains. Hike by-Machhermo, Luza & Lhafarma villages before reaching Dole. Overnight in Dole.

✈4,038m.                                          

☾Hotel/Tea-House                                                       

〄Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner 

Day 11: Namche Bazaar (3,440m/11,280 ft.): 6-7 hrs walk

Descend Namche Bazaar crossing the rhododendron forests. With the natural beauty of the place and watching the smiley faces of Sherpa locals, we make our way down to Namche Bazaar. Overnight at Namche Bazaar.

INCLUDED MEALS: BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER

✈3,440m.                                          

☾Hotel/Tea-House                                                       

〄Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner 

Day 12 : Lukla (2,800m/9,186 ft.): 6-7 hrs walk

Lukla today, making our way through the Sherpa villages. Rest at places like Phakding and after 1-2 hours, if needy, we reach Lukla for the flight back to Kathmandu early in the morning tomorrow. Overnight at Lukla.

INCLUDED MEALS: BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER

✈2,800m.                                          

☾Hotel/Tea-House                                                       

〄Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner 

DAY-13: KATHMANDU FLIGHT(1,350M./4,429FT.)

Flyback Kathmandu.

Overnight in Kathmandu. 

INCLUDED MEALS: Breakfast

✈1,350m.                                                

☾Hotel Vaishali                                               

〄Breakfast

DAY-14: FINAL DEPARTURE

Today we will be biding your farewell. Hoping we get to see you back in Nepal again as a family for another adventurous trip. We will take you to the International airport 3 hours before the scheduled flight and finally, you will depart back for your homeland!

Overnight in Kathmandu. 

INCLUDED MEALS: Breakfast

✈1,350m.                                                         

☾Homeland                                              

〄Breakfast   

(Note: Booking must be confirmed 6 months before in advance)

You must bring the important documents mentioned below in your trip.

  • Valid Passport with 2 pp sized photos
  • Proof of insurance and visa form
  • International air tickets
  • Enough cash which can be exchanged once you reach Kathmandu
  • Credit cards, Bank/ATM/Cash machine cards for withdrawing funds from cash machines (bring a photocopy of your cards), traveler's checks, etc.
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