Incredibly shaped mountains, whose ice-capped summits rise sharply above sheer rock walls, tower above stone their close association with mountaineering history and exploration.
We start our trek from Lukla. This is a fantastic trek, visiting all of the high valleys of the Khumbu with extra time at Gokyo (4700m) to explore the upper valley.
Our return journey takes us to Tengboche monastery, the most important center of Buddhism in the area, before descending to Lukla and fly back to Katmandu the next day.
Highlights of the Trek
Magnificent view of Himalayas, Sherpa villages and Monasteries, Gokyo Ri
Facts of the Trip
Tour Region: Everest.
Best season: September to November & Feb to May.
Transportation: By tourist bus / private.
Accommodation: Hotel, Resort & tea house /camping
Grade: Adventurous
Trekking style: tea house / camping
Highest access of the trek: 4700m
Culture: Sherpa
Attraction: Mt. Everest, Monasteries, Local people
Himalayan sights: Mt. Everest, Amadablam, Lhotse, Nuptse, Pumori and many more
Travel Insurance
Make sure to have both medical and evacuation insurance before coming to Nepal for Trekking. Insurance for the guide and supporters which we will arrange,
Note: - B= Breakfast, L= Lunch, D= dinner
Note : The departure schedule can be changed on any unavoidable circumstances such as weather hazards, trail slides, and avalanches.
Day 01 : Arrival in Kathmandu airport then transfer to hotel after check in hotel meet guide and trekking crew then welcome dinner
Day 02 : Kathmandu valley sightseeing with a guide and preparation trekking equipment and trekking gears.
Day 03 : Kathmandu fly to Lukla (2800m) meet others trekking crew members and trek Phakding (2600m) it takes about 4 hour then overnight stay in lodge or camp.
Day 04 : Phakding trek to Namche Bazaar it takes about 5/6 hours (The trek continues along the Dudh kosi valley through the villages of Benker Monjo and Jorsale then leave the valley climbing steeply on the path that leads to Namche Bazaar, a large sherpa market town. After about 200m of the ascent you will have your first glimpse of Everest protruding above the Nuptse-Lhotse wall. In Namche Bazaar there are stores, hotel, and Restaurants run by the sherpas. Here you will stay night.)
Day 05 : Rest day in Namche for acclimatization. Time could be spent exploring Namche Bazaar or visit the Everest National park museum situated above Namche Bazaar.
Day 06 : Namche trek to Phortse (Sherpa village) it takes about 5 hours then overnight at camp or lodge. (Leave Namche after Breakfast. The trek continues along high path towards Everest base camp & Gokyo Lake. The trail leads to Gokyo from Sanasa and starts climbing about two hours and descends to Phortse.)
Day 07 : Phortse trek to Machherma (4410m.) it takes about 5/6 hours then overnight at camp or lodge. (The treks begin climbing through the wood line / summer pasture of tongba, gyele, & Dole. There are chances to see the musk deer, and reach Machherma for overnight.)
Day 08 : Machherma trek to Gokyo Lake it takes about 4hours then whole day rest then overnight at camp or lodge. (A short day consisting of walking to Gokyo situated west of the Ngozumpa glacier near the highest of the three mountain lakes. From Gokyo, a summer pasture, there are tremendous views of the south face of the Chooyo)
Day 09 : Gokyo trek to Gokyo Ri about 3 hours. (Early morning start climb to Gokyo Ri, one of the best views of the Himalayan range of Khumbu including Everest, Pumari, Lhotse, Ama Dablam and Thamserkhu. And back to Gokyo then overnight at camp or lodge.
Day 10 : Gokyo trek to Phortse village about 5 hours then overnight at camp or lodge. (Leave Gokyo descend to Phortse village via Thare. The trek follows open valley and summer pasture surrounding high Himalayan peaks.)
Day 11 : Phortse trek to Pangboche about 5 hours then overnight at camp. (The trek starts gradually up hill a spectacular high path reaching to Pangboche for lunch and explores Sherpa village & Monastery in the after noon.)
Day 12 : Pangboche trek to Khumjung it takes about 4/5 hours then overnight at camp or lodge. (Continue trek to Tengboche Monastery and descend Phungi Thanga across bridge and ascent via Laushasa to Khumjung Sherpa village.)
Day 13 : Khumjung trek to Phakding it takes about 4/5 hours then overnight at camp or lodge. (Return trek to Phakding via Namche and Monjo sherpa villages. Steeply descend to the bridge and follow the Dudh Koshi River to Phakding.)
Day 14 : Phagding trek to Lukla about 4 hours then overnight at camp or lodge.
Day 15 : Fly from Lukla to Kathmandu then transfer to Hotel.
Day 16 : Free day In Kathmandu for shopping etc and over night hotel stay.
Day 17 : fly back to home or connecting onward journey.
Team Membership
For the Gokyo Lake Trekking we will take minimum 2 trekkers and maximum of 20 trekkers.
Fitness and what to expect
We are travelling in high and remote terrain at moderately high altitudes. Members will best have a moderate level of fitness to enjoy the experience to its fullest. The trails are sometimes steep and a couple of the trek days quite long (about 6 hours). Weather can deteriorate and rain, strong winds and even some snow are possible. However we are travelling at a mild time of the year to best appreciate the surroundings.
Hotel
There are every category of accommodation facilities that range from the international standard star hotels to budget hotels and lodges; therefore the hotel reservation is not a difficult task. You can make reservation as per you budget. 'Himalayan Idol ' is ready to make any arrangement for you as per your wish, desire and budget.
Food
Food will be of the highest standard possible, given the remoteness of the situation. Please inform us if you have any special dietary requirements.
In the Gokyo Lake Trekking we will be dining in the Lodge.
Equipment List
Please read the list enclosed detailing all necessary clothing and equipment to be individually provided by trek members. If you have any queries about items on the list please do ask.
Clothing and Equipment Check List
Body Wear
- Thermal underwear (long)
- Polarfleece jacket and pants
- Mid layer polar fleece top
- Down jacket (to –10°C)
- Gortex rain parka and overpants
- T shirt and shorts
- Underwear
- Casual wear for evenings
- Comfortable riding pants and jacket
Head Wear
- Fleece/wool warm hat
- Baseball hat or sun hat
- Snow glasses
- Riding helmet optional
Hand Wear
- Fleece gloves
- Riding gloves
Foot Wear
- Socks x 3 sets
- Trekking/riding boots
- Lightweight running shoes
Trek Gear
- Small rucksack/daypack
- Waterbottle
- Medium sized kit bag/duffel with full length zip and lockable
- Extendable ski poles (optional)
Camping Gear
- Down sleeping bag (to -10°C)
- Headlamp and batteries
Accessories
- Personal toiletries
- Personal first aid kit
- Small kit bag/duffel (to store gear in KTM) Pocket knife / leatherman
- Personal medication & personal first aid kit
- Sun cream and lip balm
- Moist towels for personal hygiene
- Camera and plenty of film
- Camping towel
How to join the trek
If you would like to join the Gokyo Lake Trekking, please fill out an Trekking Application Form and forward to us along with the deposit. If you require more information please contact us:
