Trip Overview
One of the most amazing treks in the Everest region is the Gokyo Lake Renjo La Pass Trek. It leads to one of the Khumbu's high mountain passes. Renjo La Mountain Pass is located near Tibet. You can soak in the most refined version of the Everest region's beauty. With this trip, you can immerse yourself in the Khumbu's unique attractions.
On this trek, you'll get to see a lot of ethnic Sherpa villages and settlements. It is both a naturally beautiful and culturally rich. There are numerous highlights on the Gokyo Lake and Renjo La Pass.
The trek begins with a flight to Lukla. You may appreciate the characteristics in the greatest possible way as you travel from one ethnic community to the next. The remoteness of the villages here, the villagers' caravan-like passage down the mountain to do business in Namche and the massive glaciers all provide a new dimension to the conventional Everest Base Camp trek. The best time to go on this memorable journey is near the end of the monsoon season, when flowers blossom throughout Nagpala, giving trekkers the sensation of strolling across a teeming sea of flowers.
The Renjo-La Pass Trek begins with your arrival at Kathmandu's Tribhuvan International Airport, followed by an incredible flight from Kathmandu to Lukla, with views of the Himalayas. The trail winds through steep terrain and beautiful Himalayan woods of juniper, rhododendron, fir and pine. The second day is when you arrive in Namche Bazaar, which is at a stunning location (3440m).
Namche Bazaar is the last stop for cash and other necessities before continuing on. On the sixth and seventh days of your adventure, you will rest at Dole(4038m) and Machhermo (4470). On day 8, you will arrive at the lovely Gokyo (4480m). Gokyo is a wonderful area with a small village and numerous lakes. The next day, you'll explore Gokyo and Gokyo Ri (5357m), before heading to Renjo La pass (5435m) on day 10. On day 10, after crossing the Renjo La pass and sleeping in Lunden (4300), you'll go to Thame (3800) on day 11 before returning to Namche Bazaar on day 12. You'll be back in Lukla on day 13.
The Gokyo Renjo La Pass Trek allows you to take in the beautiful scenery and perspectives of the Everest Himalayas. Every region has a strong Sherpa culture and tradition. You can wander around little stupas and chortens while walking under colorful prayer flags. Immerse yourself in the Khumbu's natural alpine woodlands.
The Sagarmatha National Park trail is a great place to walk. The contrast of the landscape is also very appealing. You'll be able to see a variety of beautiful plants because to the large degree of elevation change. On your trip up, you may witness rare species such as Musk Deer, Wild Mountain Goat, Lophophorus, Snow Leopard, Pheasants, Mountain Hawk and Snow Duck.
This journey is also less well-known and, as a result, less crowded than the traditional base camp hike. With our knowledgeable guides by your side, you can be sure you won't miss a single exciting surprise along the way.
ITINERARY OVERVIEW
Day 01: Arrival Kathmandu – transfer hotel – tour briefing
Day 02: Flight from Kathmandu to Lukla then trek to Phakding
Day 03: Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar
Day 04: Phakding / Namche Bazaar (3446 m.)
Day 05: Namche bazaar rest for acclimatization
Day 06: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Dole
Day 07: Trek from Machhermo to Gokyo
Day 08: Acclimatization Day at Gokyo
Day 09: Trek from Gokyo to Maruleng via Renjo La Pass
Day 10: Trek from Maruleng to Thame
Day 11: Trek from Thame to Namche Bazaar
Day 12: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Lukla
Day 13: Flight from Lukla to Kathmandu
Day 14: Flight Lukla to Kathmandu