Gokyo Lake Trekking

Gokyo Lake Trekking

Highlights

Traversing across the high Cho La pass at an elevation of (5420 m.)
Opportunity to trek to the summit of both Gokyo Ri (5340m.) and Kala Pattar (5554m.)
Magnificent views of Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Makalu and Cho Oyu and visit to Everest Base Camp
Closer look at the spectacular Khumbu Icefall

Trip Overview

Adventure Hub Nepal offer every trekking option in everest region so this are few packages and option you can pick from in our site, An ultimate challenge to the ambitious trekkers, this moderate to challenging graded trek takes to you to the foot of Mount Everest traversing across the high Cho La pass at an elevation of (5420 m.) Also included is the opportunity to trek to the summit of both Gokyo Ri (5340m.) and Kala Pattar (5554m.) for magnificent views of Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Makalu and Cho Oyu . A visit to Everest Base Camp will give you the chance to have a closer look at the spectacular Khumbu Icefall.
Beginners or inexperienced climbers can take this trek, but this trek requires one to be moderately fit. Considering the snow condition over Cho La Pass the trek may not be suitable during winter ( December ,January & February) and monsoon season (July and August)

Cost Includes

Everest region trekking permit and TIMS card which is (traveller security)
Food and Accommodation while out on the trek
Comprehensive wilderness first aid kit
Airport pick up ( if you require one)
Satellite phone
Fully-licensed, English-speaking trekking guide
Porter for carrying your bags ( if you require one )
Domestic flight ticket from Kathmandu to Lukla and return
Gokyo lake and Everest region trekking map
Tea or coffee three time day with your meal choice of your

Cost Excludes

Nepalese visa (this costs US 65$ for 30 days and you need two passport photos) this can be issued on arrival in Kathmandu international airport
Extra snacks while during the trek
Extra Beverages for on the trip i.e.) alcohol and soft drinks
international flight to Nepal
We recommend tipping the local guides at the end of the trip please as it’s an expectation
Meals not included in itinerary
Travel insurance which you will need comprehensive cover so to include the helicopter rescue as well

Detailed Itinerary

Kathmandu to Phakding (2610mtrs/8563ft) Breakfast

Start your adventure with early morning pack breakfast and short drive to Kathmandu domestic airport for flight to Lukla which is a 30-minute flight (2804m). On arrival at the airport Adventure Hub Nepal guide will brief us and introduce our porters and have short a break or hot drinks before we begin our trek towards Phakding (2610m) which will be around 3 hours.
Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3440m/11286ft)

From Phakding today we will ontinue our trek towards Namche Bazaar, which is at an altitude of 3535m and will stay the night here and acclimatise. Walking time is around 5 hours.
Rest in Namche Bazaar and day hiking around Namche (3440m/11286ft)

Known as the gateway to Everest we will spend today here in order to acclimatise and adjust to the thinning air. In the morning, we hike up to to the museum celebrating the traditional customs of the Sherpa people. More importantly, from here you will get the first proper glimpse of Everest and the surrounding mountains. In we hike up the Syanboche Airport, and Everest View Hotel and sightseeing at the Khumjung village,which is big settlement of Sherpa people and 5 hours trek.
Namache Bazaar to Dole(4200m/13860ft.)

Today with early mornin nice and warm breakfast will start our trek to Machchhermo which is around five hours but its always depend on the how people walk , stay night at Mchchhermo.
Dole to Machchhermo (4470m/14751ft.) 5 hours.

By today we suit be very comfortable walking on high altitudes with our any problem with breathing up in the mountain, as normel we will have our breakfast around 7 am and after that start our another day in paradise towards to Gokyo Lake , walking today will be around five hours,
Machchhermo to Gokyo (4790m/15807ft)

This momnet every one been waiting for long time see this wonderful lake right up close and will stay night here.
Hiking to Gokyo Ri and back to Gokyo Lake.

This day early in the morning we have steep climb up to the top of Gokyo Ri (5483m/1983ft) ample rewards to one attempts this trip. There are stunning views of the supper Gokyo valley, the massive Ngozumpa Glacier and an incredible panoramic view of the whole Khumbu Himalayas, such as giants as Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Makalu (8481 m), Cho-Oyu (8153 m) and Gychung Kang (7922m) can be seen. Those who explore the glacier and Gokyo peak are rewarded. This Day we have for acclimatization and after noon back to the camp.
Gokyo to Dole (4200m/13860ft.)

After spending at Gokyo lake for night will then trek back down to Dole where we past before and as we come down you will enjoy the breath taking view of this valley. walking time will be around five hours.
Dole to Tenbuche via Phortse(3446m/11361ft.)

Todau is our second last day on the trek we like to late people enjoy more and more as you walk down to Tenbuche which you can enjoy the view off lifetime, walking hours today around five.
Trek down to Namche(3440m/11286ft)

After early morning breakfast will trek and i am sure you have enjoy the what you seeing in everest region has to offer you, walking today is around five hours.
Namche to Lukla (2840m9372ft.)

Trekking from Namche Bazaar to Lukla is last day for us and you we better enjoy what we left behind us and what we seeing, walking time and distances today is around five hours.
Flight back to Kathmandu.

Today we say good bye to Khumbu disrict and Everest region, after early morning breakfast will then walk five mintue to Lukla airport for catch flight to Kathmandu which 30 mintue flight.

About Adventure Hub Nepal

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Other Information

This itinerary is intended as a guide only. Local conditions and weather may necessitate variations to the program and can affect the availability of views and panoramas described. Be aware that all times stated are approximate and may vary with individual and group fitness, weather and track conditions.

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