The small herding settlement of Gokyo (4750m) lies on the banks of the third lake in a series of small turquoise mountain lakes and on the ridge above Gokyo, the four peaks above 8000m of Cho You, Everest, Lhotse and Makalu expose themselves. In addition to this you can have a look at the tremendous ice ridge between Cho You and Gyachung (7922m), considered one of the most dramatic panoramas in the Khumbu region. There are many options for additional exploration and high-altitude walking, including the crossing of Cho La, a 5420m-high pass into Khumbu and a hike to Gokyo RI.
This trek explores the breath-taking Gokyo valley, which is located adjacent of the Khumbu. Gokyo is a land of high altitude lakes and icy glaciers. Here, a hike to the high vantage point of Gokyo Ri (5350-m) will reward you with views of four of the eight highest mountains on earth - all in one panorama! From here, one can see more of Everest (8848-m) and the three other Himalayan giants - Cho Oyu (8153-m), Lhotse (8501-m) and Makalu (8463-m) and some of the great Glaciers, mainly the Ngozumpa Glacier.
Fact about the trip
Duration: 14 days
Starting point: Lukla
Ending point: Lukla
Highest access on the trek: Gokyo Ri (5483m)
Mode of trekking: Lodge/ Camping
Most attraction of the trek: Mt Everest, Sherpa culture & Gokyo Lake
Trekking grade: Strenuous
Best time: Sep ,Oct, November , March, April, May
Itinerary:
Day01: Arrival in Kathmandu, hotel transfer
Day02: sightseeing in kathmandu
Day03: Fly from Kathmandu to Lukla ,trek to Phakding(2886m/30m+ 3 hrs)
Day04: Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3440m/5hrs)
Day05: Rest at Namche Bazar for acclimatization
Day06: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Dole (4040m/5.30hrs)
Day07:Trek from Dole to Machhermo (4150m/5hrs/5hrs)
Day08: Trek from Machhermo to Gokyo (4750m/4.30hrs)
Day09: Rest day at Gokyo and excursion in and around Gokyo valley
Day10: Hike to Gokyo Ri (5483m) and trek back to Machhermo (4150m/6hrs)
Day11: Trek from Machhermo (4150m) to Namche Bazaar (3440m/5hrs)
Day12: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Lukla (2886m/5.30hrs)
Day13: Fly from Lukla to Kathmandu, which takes 30 minutes,
Day14: Visit Kathmandu valley
Day15: Departure
Per perons cost : US$ 1185
Cost include:
• 4 nights Hotel accommodation in Kathmandu,
• Round trip airfare between LUKLA -Kathmandu
• All surface transfer
• National Park entry permit
• Trekking permit,
• Accommodation in lodges during the trek,
• Food: three meals a day,
• A guide & required number of porter(s)
• Insurance and security for local staff
Cost not include:
• Personal expenses
• Insurance
• Essential equipment.
• Tip for trekking staff
• All alcoholic drinks
• Emergency evacuation by Helicopter,
• Alternative transportation in case of heavy rain, landslide, strike, road blockade etc