Trip Details

Difficulty Moderate
Minimum Participants 1-20 person
Transportation Flight ,Bus,Comfortable Private Vehicle
Accommodation Tourist Standard Hotels
Trip Route Ktm -Lukla -Gokyo lake -Lukla-Ktm
Meals Breakfast, Lunch ,Dinner

Gokyo Lake Trek in Nepal is the most beautiful trekking route of Khumbu. It is an excursion of the blue turquoise glacial lake. Moreover, the trip is the Sherpa Homeland trip as well. On the trail trekkers find lots of the Sherpa villages as well as teahouses. Apart from the mountain vistas and the varied landscape Sherpa encounter is another treat to gather on this journey.

The journey of Gokyo Lake Trek in Nepal is also called as the Gokyo Valley Trek. This is the short trekking route of Khumbu. The trail is completely off the route from the Everest Base Camp Trek from the Kyanjuma. Trekkers take the route of Mongla Danda instead of Tengboche for this trip. Moreover, it is the voyage towards the surrounding of Choyou Mountain.

The major feature of the Gokyo Valley Trek is an excursion of Five Lakes. These five lakes are within the Ramsar Listed Site. According to the Sherpa myth the lakes are supposed to be connected underground. The water of these lakes flows underground as well as on the ground. However, these lakes are the cultural and religious emblem of the Sherpa. During Dumji and Mani Rimdu Festival the people of Khumbu offer the special prayers as well.

The major lake among these five lakes is the Third Lake. Gokyo Valley Settlement is on its shore. The scenery of the mountains on the back drop and the huge Gokyo Ri hill added the beauty of this place. The Gokyo Ri is very famous vantage point of the Khumbu after Kalapathar. The view of the Tibetan side of the Mt. Everest as well as the Choyou and Mt. Makalu makes it the most coveted hill to climb.

The Fourth and Fifth Lake are closer to Choyou Mountain and offers the outstanding view of the Mt. Everest. It is said that the view of the Mt. Everest is better seen from here than from the Everest Base Camp Trek route. Apart from the scenery the trail of Gokyo Lake Trek is equally diversified. One can have the chance to encounter the sub-alpine vegetation as well as some Himalayan wildlife.

There is an option for trekkers to either include the Renjo La Pass and return to Namche or extend the trip to Everest Base Camp via Chola Pass. The choice is yours. Contact our travel planners and book the marvelous short trekking trip of Khumbu.

Itinerary

In the wake of arriving at the Tribhuwan International Airport, you will be welcomed by a delegate from Serene Treks & Tours who will drop you off at your lodging. At night an appreciated supper will be facilitated by Serene Treks & Tours. Overnight in Kathmandu.

B

After breakfast we start our voyage through four stunning UNESCO World Heritage Sites. These incorporate the structurally rich Durbar Square, the holy Hindu sanctuary of Pashupati Nath, the intriguing 'Monkey Temple' (Swayambunath) and Bauddha Nath Stupa which is one of the biggest stupas on the planet. Subsequent to finishing our visit late toward the evening, we drive to Serene Treks & Tour's office for a concise meeting about our trek and become more acquainted with our group pioneer (guide) and kindred explorers.

B/L/D

We catch an early morning flight to Lukla. It will be an audacious ride as the Tenzing/Hillary air terminal is a lofty airstrip that is really hanging off the side of a mountain. In the wake of achieving Lukla, we meet whatever remains of our trekking staff and start trekking to Phakding. Overnight in Phakding.

B/L/D

Our trail pushes ahead nearby the Dudh Koshi River. Amid the trek we cross a few suspension extensions and pass a few towns, religious communities and chortens. We can appreciate a decent perspective of Mt. Thamserku from Benkar town. Our trekking grants will be checked at Monjo as we enter the Sagarmatha National Park. A drop and a continuous walk conveys us to Jorsale, the last town until Namche Bazaar. The walk is pleasant through a stream informal lodging achieve the Hillary Suspension Bridge. As we ascend towards Namche Bazaar, the superb sights of Kwangde Peak, Kusum crest, Kangaru crest, Mt. Everest, Lhotse, Tawache, and numerous different remarkable mountains welcome us. Overnight in Namche Bazaar.

B/L/D

Acclimatization is imperative for us to conform to the continuous change in condition. It will likewise help us to counteract getting Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS). Today we climb to Khumjung towns, appreciate the Himalayan vista from Syangboche or visit the interesting boulevards of Namche Bazaar. We can likewise visit the Tourist Visitor Center where we can see an assortment of things identified with the main Everest ascenders and Sherpa culture. This visit will likewise get us familiar with different plant and creature life of the Everest area. In Khumjung we can even visit a religious community that houses a sasquatch scalp! We additionally ascend to the airstrip above Syangboche and appreciate extraordinary perspectives of Kongde, Thamserku and Khumbila mountains. We stroll back to Namche Bazaar to spend the night.

B/L/D

We leave Namche Bazaar on a trail with progressive good and bad times. In transit we are probably going to spot Himalayan fowls, musk deer and Himalayan Thars. We at that point start plummeting to Kyanjuma. From Sansa, we take after the Gokyo trails and from Mong we get a look at Ama Dablam, Thamserku, Tawoche and Khumbila mountains. Our trail dives to Dudhkoshi Khola after which it is a tough move through rhododendron timberlands before achieving Phorse. From here we get great perspectives of Tawache and Cholaste mountains. Overnight in Phorse.

B/L/D

In the wake of traverse the Dudh Koshi River, we are probably going to encounter neighborhood untamed life like fowls, mountain goats, and musk deer. Our trail goes through timberlands, waterfalls and scaffolds before achieving Dole. We hop on an enduring trail through a picturesque edge with perspectives of Cho Oyu, Kantega, and Thamserku mountains. We climb from Luza town and stroll over the Dudh Koshi River. We keep strolling through little towns and sandy trails previously achieving Machhermo. We can visit the Himalayan Rescue Hospital for an address with respect to elevation affliction, its safeguard, and essential treatment. Overnight in Machhermo

B/L/D

We rise on a slope and appreciate perspectives of the Dudh Koshi valley and Kangtega, Thamserku and Cho-Oyu mountains. Past the edge the valley augments as the trail goes through a Chorten and achieves Phangga. We dive to the stream bank before scaling to the terminal moraine of the Ngozamba Glacier on a precarious trail. We go through Longpongo, Raboche Tsho and Dudh Pokhari before achieving Gokyo. On the trail beside the primary lake, we see what is accepted to be the impressions of a Lama (Buddhist minister). We investigate Dudh Pokhari before turning in until tomorrow. Overnight in Gokyo.

B/L/D

We spend one more day in Gokyo to adapt to the high elevation. On the off chance that the climate is great, we climb Gokyo Ri today. From the highest point of Gokyo Ri we respect the Himalayan vista and the quiet Gokyo lakes. We likewise climb to the fourth and the fifth Gokyo lakes. The fourth lake is just around 3km north of Gokyo. It is set apart by high bluffs and Himalayan pinnacles transcending it. We keep on walking somewhat further and achieve the fifth lake. An ascend a close-by slope will promise us surprising perspectives of Cho-Oyu, Gyachung Kang, Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, and Makulu. We can see significantly more from here - the spot is called Scoundrel's Viewpoint. From the northern piece of the fifth lake we see the Cho Oyu base camp and Ngazumpa Glacier which is the greatest ice sheet the world. We stroll back to Gokyo to spend the night.

B/L/D

We plunge on a trail along the Dudh Koshi River and pass the main Gokyo lakes. In transit we additionally appreciate perspectives of the Cholatse and Taboche crests. Our trail plummets before climbing a slope. In the wake of coming to the chorten at the edge, we see awesome perspectives of Thamserku, Cho Oyu, and Kangtega mountains. We stroll past Machhermo, Luza and Lhafarma towns before achieving Dole. Overnight in Dole.

B/L/D

We plunge on a precarious trail to Phortse Thanga appreciating rhododendrons, wildflowers and waterfalls. We likewise go over mountain goats, musk deer, birds, and so on. From Mong, we can appreciate a decent perspective of Khumbila top. On our approach to Namche the perspective of Taboche, Ama Dablam, Thamserku and Kangtega mountains are our own to respect. In the wake of strolling for some time, we achieve a crossing point where the trail from Sanasa meets our trail. We stroll on a trail that sticks to a forested incline past Kyangjuma, twisting through a few curves. In the wake of achieving Namche armed force camp slope, we think back to see Lhotse, the tip of Everest and Tengboche for one final time. About a kilometer from here is Namche Bazaar. Overnight in Namche Bazaar.

B/L/D

We slip on a rough trail and cross a few suspension connects before strolling on a leveled trail. The air is hotter as we stroll on a similar trail to achieve Lukla. Our trek in the mountain closes after we achieve Lukla. We invest our energy thinking back about our chance spent in the mountain. Overnight in Lukla.

B/L/D

We get an early morning flight to Kathmandu after our long mountain travel. Subsequent to achieving Kathmandu, we can take a rest or do some trinket shopping. In the event that we need to investigate whatever other zones of Kathmandu, we may do that today. Our aides can help you with both keepsake shopping or touring. There will be a goodbye supper at night to commend the effective culmination of our excursion. Overnight in Kathmandu.

B

Our Trek in Nepal concludes today. A Serene Treks & Tour's delegate will drop you off at the Tribhuwan International Airport a couple of hours before the planned flight.

Cost Included?

  • Airport pick up and drop by private vehicle
  • 3 Nights twin sharing accommodation in Kathmandu at (3* Standard Hotel) with breakfast
  • One full day guided city tour by private vehicle
  • Welcome dinner and farewell dinner at one of the best Nepalese restaurant with traditional ethnic music and dance
  • All accommodation during trek (lodge/tea house)
  • Sagarmatha national park permits and Tims permits
  • Flight tickets to Lukla and return
  • All meals (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner) during the trek
  • Seasonal fresh fruits after every dinner while on a trek only
  • Gov. licensed and well trained English speaking guide and his entire expenses
  • A porter (One porter for each 2 members) and his entire expenses
  • Insurance of Guide and Porter
  • All required local tax and Gov tax
  • Trekking Pole and sleeping bags (Need to return after the trekking)
  • Trekking route map
  • Oximeter - To determine your oxygen level

Cost not Included?

  • Nepal arrival visa
  • Meals in Kathmandu
  • Your personal nature expenses eg. Mineral water, Beer, Coke and entire beverage etc
  • Travel insurance that covers trip cancelation and Helicopter evacuation
  • Tips and any other extending trips and accommodation.

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