Nepal

Gokyo Valley Trek

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Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Best Season: All Year Round

Max Altitude:

Group Size: Min 2 Pax

Transport: Private Vehicle and Flight

Trip Grade

Difficulty

moderate

Duration:
13 Days

Trip Overview

Gokyo Valley trek adds some some extra value to the Everest Base Camp via 5 lakes of the Gokyo teritory. Gokyo is located immediately west of the Khumbu valley and is often much less traveled and developed than the main trail.

The Gokyo valley is dominated at its head by the massive Cho-Oyu (8153 meters). From Gokyo we ascend to Gokyo Ri (2 hours) for some spectacular views before retracing to Gokyo, then follow the south easterly trail to Thagnag Kharka.

The following two days are spent reaching Lobuche on the main Everest trail. Lobuche to Kalapatthar takes two more days via Everest glacier where there are spectacular high mountain views of Everest, Nuptse and Lhotse. Five more days are taken retracing to Lukla for the flight back to Kathmandu.

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu (1300 m)

After your arrival at the airport, our representative will be pick you up after greetings and drive you to your respective hotel for freshening up. Later in the evening, we will host a welcome dinner in a fine Nepali restaurant which serves you delightful Nepali cuisine.

Meals: Welcome Dinner

Accommodation: 3 Star Hotel in Kathmandu.

Airport Pick Up in a Private Car.

Day 2: Sightseeing Kathmandu and Trek preparation

Today we will start our trip by visiting four UNESCO world heritage sites of Kathmandu city. Starting by visiting the historical Kathmandu Durbar Square. Next, the Hindu holiest shrine of Nepal - the Pashupatinath temple. After that, the well known Swayambhunath temple (monkey temple).

Next, we will be heading to the Boudhanath stupa which is a pilgrimage site of Buddhists. This is also the largest stupa in the Sounth Asia and is a very popular amongst toursists. Later, probably in tha late afternoon - we will thave trek discussion the further trip planning by introducing you to other fellow participants joining you. We will spend our night in Kathmandu.

Meals: Breakfast.

Accommodation: A 3 Star Hotel in Kathmandu.

Transport: Sightsee Heritage sites in a Private Car.

 

Day 03: Fly to Lukla (2800 m) & Trek to Phakding (2652 m - 3 - 4 Hrs)

Today early morning - we take a flight to Lukla enjoying the amazing views of the Himalayas including Mount Everest. At Lukla - we will meet other crew members and begin our trek towards Phakding. We will spend our night at Phakding.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.

Accommodation: Tea house or Trekking lodge.

Flight: 35 min (Approx.)

Day 4: Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3440 m / 5 - 6 Hrs)

Today we will be trekking alongside the Dudh Koshi River and come across abundant villages,chortens, monasteries and even cross the suspension bridge several times. On the way to Benkar village, we will get a picturesque view of the Himalayas including Mount Thamserku.

At Monjo, our trekking permits will be checked and then we enter the Sagarmatha National Park. After that, we will descend down and then trek for awhile & reach Jorsale and then to Namche Bazaar. We will enjoy walking via the river bed and cross the Hillary suspension bridge and then ascend to Namche Bazaar.

We will relish the breathtaking views of Kusum peak, Kwangde peak, Lhotse, Kangaru peak, Tawache and highest mountain Everest. We will spend our night at Namche Bazaar.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.

Accommodation: Tea house or Trekking lodge.

Day 5: Namche Bazaar ( Acclimatization)

Today is the day for acclimatizing the altitude to properly adapt the varied altitude. Instead of staying idle - we will be hiking towards Khumjung village and enjoy the amazing view of the Himalayas. We can also wander around Namche Bazaar to explore Sherpa culture and their traditions.

In Khumjung, you will be visiting the Khumjung monastery where Yeti scalp are kept in this monastery. We will then ascend to Syangboche and from here we will enjoy the mind-blowing views of Thamserku, Khumbila, and Kongde peaks. We will then hike back to Namche Bazaar and spend our night therein.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.

Accommodation: Tea house or Trekking lodge.

Day 6: Namche Bazaar to Phorse (3810 m / 5 - 6 Hrs)

Today we will leave Namche Bazaar on a path with steady up and down and on the way may spot several animals like musk deer, pheasants, Himalayan Thar and more. From here - we will descend down to Kyanjuma.

After that, we will follow the trails of Gokyo and on the way to Mong, we will get a slight view of Ama Dablam, Tawache, Khumbila and Thamserku mountains. After that, we will be descending down towards Dudh Koshi River and then climb via rhododendron forests to reach Phorse. We get great views of Cholatse and Tawache peaks. We will spend our night at Phorse.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.

Accommodation: Tea house or Trekking lodge.

Day 7: Phorse village to Machhermo (4470 m / 5 - 6 Hrs)

Today we start our day crossing the Dudh Koshi River and on the way, we might also come across wildlife such as the Himalayan Pheasants, musk deer, mountain goats and more. We will be trekking via forests, cascading waterfall and bridge to reach Dole.

Next, we will climb on a steady trail with a scenic view of Kantega, Thamserku, and Cho Oyu mountains. After that, we will climb towards Luza village and walk for awhile over Dudh Koshi River. We will continue our trek through the tiny village and sandy path to reach Machhermo.  After reaching here, we will be visiting the Himalayan Rescue Hospital and attend altitude sickness class where you will be briefed about the precautions of altitude sickness. We will spend our night at Machhermo.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.

Accommodation: Tea house or Trekking lodge.

Day 8: Machharmo to Gokyo (4800 m 5-6 Hrs)

Today we will be ascending to the high hill and relish the view of Kangtega and Dudh Koshi River including the Cho Oyu and Thamserku mountains. From here - our valley widens and then our trail passes via chortens and then we reach Phangga. Before descending down to river bank - we will ascend to the moraine of Ngozamba glacier.

Before reaching Gokyo - we will be passing Longpongo, Dudh Pokhari, and Raboche Tscho. We will spend our night at Gokyo.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.

Accommodation: Tea house or Trekking lodge.

Day 9: Climb Gokyo Ri (5357 m ) & Hike to Fifth lakes (5 - 6 Hrs)

Today once again - we will be acclimatizing the altitude at Gokyo if the weather supports us - we will climb towards Gokyo Ri. Reaching the top of the Gokyo Ri - we can admire the amazing view of Himalayas as well as tranquil Gokyo Lakes.

We will be also be hiking to the Gokyo Lake. We will then ascend close to the hill rewarded with the stunning views of Mount Cho Oyu, Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Gyachung Kang and Makalu. After that, we will retrace back to Gokyo. We will spend our night at Gokyo.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.

Accommodation: Tea house or Trekking lodge.

Day 10: Gokyo to Dole (3 - 4 Hrs)

We will descend down on the trail alongside the Dudh Koshi River and then be passing the Gokyo lakes and on the way, we will be enjoying the great views of Taboche and Cholatse peaks. We will then climb up the hill and then descend down gradually.

Next, we will then pass a chorten and at the edge of this chorten, we will get the captivating views of Cho Oyu, Kangtega, and Thaserku mountains. We will then trek towards Machhermo, Lhafarma and Luza village and then reach Dole. We will spend our night at Dole.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.

Accommodation: Tea house or Trekking lodge.

Day 11: Dole to Namche Bazaar: 4 - 5 Hrs.

We will descend down on the steep path towards Phortse Thanga through rhododendron and cascading waterfall. On the way, we might also come across several Himalayalan wild habitats as before. On the way to Mong, we will again get the amazing views of Mount Khumbila. We will then head on the trail to Namche and can spot the amazing views of Ama Dablam, Thamserku, Kantega and Taboche peaks.

With a few hours of trekking - we will reach Namche army camp and enjoy the last views of the mountains. After trekking for a while - we finally reach  Namche Bazaar. We will spend our night at Namche Bazaar.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.

Accommodation: Tea house or Trekking lodge.

Day 12: Namche Bazaar to Lukla (6 - 8 Hrs)

Before trekking on a level trail - we will first descend on the rocky path and then be crossing the suspension bridge several times to reach Lukla. Today our trek finally comes to an end. We will spend our night at Lukla.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.

Accommodation: Tea house or Trekking lodge.

Day 13: Fly to Kathmandu and Final Departure

Today early morning after breakfast, we will take a flight to Kathmandu. Landing at the Kathmandu airport - our representative will drop you at the hotel. You can relax at the hotel and start packing your luggage and  drop you to the airport on you time. An extra day or two can be added as accroding to your vacation schedule.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: A 3-Star Hotel in Kathmandu.

Cost Includes

  • Airport transfer pick up and drop
  • Hotel accommodation in Kathmandu with breakfast (Twin sharing)
  • Domestic airfare (Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu) 
  • Accommodation during the trek (Guest house)
  • Sightseeing in Kathmandu
  • Experienced English speaking local trekking guide, assistant trekking guide and local porter(s) along with their flights, salary, lodging, food and insurance
  • Trekking permits and all necessary paperwork
  • Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner during the trek(with tea and coffee)
  • First aid Medical kit
  • All government and local taxes (including 13% VAT and 10 % service charge)
  • Transportation on private vehicle as agreed on the itinerary

Cost Excludes

  • Your Nepal entry visa fee
  • All kinds of beverages (soft/hard)
  • Travel insurance and emergency evacuation expenses
  • Extra baggage charges in domestic flights­­­­­­­­­­­­ 
  • All entrance fees during KTM sightseeing
  • Additional days accommodation expenses 
  • All personal expenses 
  • Tips for guides and porters

Accommodation

 Firante Treks and Expedition Manages for best and comfortable accommodation and also provides you hygienic food. Standard (3 Star) are booked in the cities such as Kathmandu and Pokhara, whereas a tyical trek lodge will be booked on remote areas. 

Luxurious rooms from 5 Star hotels are also made avaiable on demand in the cities on additional cost but remote regionss dont have such facilities.

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