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14 Days
Kathmandu
Lukla
Min Age : 12
Max People : 12
Trip Facts

Location: Khumbu Region
Attitude: 5,320 meters
Country: Nepal
Airport: Kathmandu
Departure From: Kathmandu
Duration: 13 Days
Grade: Moderate+ fairly Strenuous

Meals: During The Trek (Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner)
Transportation: Flight
Best season: Autumn (September to December & (Spring) March to May
Major Activity: Trekking, Exploring , Hiking , Adventures , Walking

Culture: Sherpa, Tamang
Mode of Travel: Tea house
Himalayan sights: Mt. Everest, Amadablam, Lhotse, Nuptse, Pumori and more

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Tour Details
Overview

Gokyo valley trek is considered a traditional trek that offers magnificent views of the mountain peaks and the Ngozumpa Glacier– the largest in Nepal’s Himalayas. The view of this region is associated with the soaring views of the most popular mountains in Nepal, at an altitude of 8,000 m such as Cho Oyu, Everest, Lhotse and Makalu which are clearly visible from Gokyo RI above Gokyo Lake. One of the most remarkable features is the views of the tremendous ice ridge between Cho Oyu and Gyachung (2,922m/9,496ft) located in the Khumbu region.

Gokyo valley trekking is a high altitude trekking that goes through the glacial valleys and glacial moraines in Everest region basically defined as classical trekking in Khumbu area offers you the iconic trip with breathtaking views of snow filled mountains. This trek offers Wonderful view of the most popular peaks of Nepal such as Cho Oyu, Everest, Lhotse and Makalu. One of the most remarkable features of the Gokyo Valley Trek trek is the view of tremendous ice ridge between Cho Oyu and Gyachung (2922m) located in Khumbu region .From Gokyo Ri more of Everest itself is visible, though from a slight greater distance than from Kala Patthar above Gorak Shep. The view from Gokyo is exceptionally beautiful and offers more of the legendary mountain than from the view of Kala Patthar. Along the trek we will pass Buddhist monasteries with the view of Everest and other snow towering mountains which makes your adventure most memorable.

Includes & Excludes

Price Includes

  • All the airport transfers by private vehicles.
  • Standard meals during the trek with hot tea/coffee in breakfast.
  • All necessary paper works, National park entry permits and TIMS permit.
  • Flight fare (Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu) with domestic airport tax.
  • All accommodations in lodges/tea houses during the trek.
  • An experienced, helpful and friendly guide and porters (1 porter for each 2 trekkers).
  • Salary, food, drinks, accommodation, transportation and Insurance for the guide and porters.
  • Arrangement of emergency Helicopter service which will be paid by your travel insurance company.
  • Sleeping bag, down jackets and duffle bag – if Necessary (return after the trek Nepal Planet Treks Logo).
  • All government taxes, VAT and service charge.

Price Excludes

  • Nepal entry visa fee (you may easily issue the visa upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport – Kathmandu).
  • Your Travel insurance (compulsory).
  • Food (lunch and dinner) while you are in Kathmandu.
  • Personal expenses and all the alcoholic and non alcoholic drinks.
  • Sweet things like chocolate bars and hot shower during the trek.
  • International airfare and airport departure tax.
  • Tips for the guide and staffs.
  • Any others expanses which are not mentioned in &"Trip Includes" section etc.

Complementaries

  • High Spirit T-Shirt
Itinerary

Day 01:Fly from Kathmandu to Lukla (2886m.) takes about 35 minutes.

You begin today’s trek from Lukla following a gentle climb up the mountainside on the left bank of the Dudh Koshi River. Nupla (5885m) can be seen in the distance on the opposite bank, is a peak atop the Kongde Ridge. You descend a mountainside path that merges into your route to Everest, with views to a valley to your right; and at its far end, Kusum Kang (6367m.) The Dudh Kosi approaches as you pass a Mani wall and arrive at a Ghat tea-house. You continue along a small path with many climbs and descents following the left bank of Dudh Koshi to Phakding. Stay overnight in lodge.

Day 02:Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3440 m.) takes about five hours.

This day you trek and cross the river on high suspension bridges. Beyond Monjo (2800m.) is the entrance to the Sagarmatha National Park which was set up to protect and preserve this fragile mountain environment. You then ascend quite steeply to
Namche Bazaar and along the way, if the weather is clear, catch a first glimpse of Mt Everest in the distance. You can also enjoy the view of Mt. Kusum Kangaru, Thamserku, Konde-Ri and Tawache peak. You will also visit some of the village monasteries on the way of trekking to Namche Bazaar (3440 m.). Stay overnight in lodge.

Day 03: Rest at Namche Bazaar for acclimatization.

It is an ideal place to spend a rest day for acclimatization at a high altitude before heading off towards Tyangboche.
For acclimatization you walk up to Khunde Hospital was set up by the late Sir Edmund Hillary and you can also hike for an hour up to Tyangboche (3800m.) where Everest View Hotel is situated above Namche for some outstanding views of Everest, Nuptse,
Lhotse, Ama Dablam, Thamserku and Kusum Kangaru. There are also good views from the National Park Centre and Museum just above the town. Stay overnight in lodge.

Day 04:Trek from Namche Bazaar to Thame (3800m) takes about four hours.

From Namche the route turns west and the trail is almost level as you head up the Bhote Koshi Valley. After descending to the Bhote Koshi the trail climbs steeply to Thame. From here, there are good views of the peaks of Teng Kangpoche and Kwangde
and to the north is the Nangpa La, the pass leading to Tibet. Stay overnight in lodge.

Day 05: Trek from Thame to Khumjung (3790m) takes about five hours.

You retrace your route down the Bhote Koshi Valley towards Namche and branch off to follow a quiet trail to Khumjung. It is a picturesque village which also has its own Gompa at the top end of town. Here you can have excellent views of Thamserku, Kantega and Ama Dablam. Stay overnight in lodge.

Day 06: Trek from Khumjung to Dole (4040m) takes about five and half hours.

Soon after leaving Khumjung the trail climbs to a large chorten on top of a ridge. This ridge descends from Khumbila, a 5734m peak. The trail descends slightly towards the Sanasa and then trail ascends up to Mongla (4000m.). From here, you can see
panoramic views of various mountains. You trek steeply descend passing through Phortse Tenga and from there, the trail climbs steeply to Dole, through rhododendron and birch forest festooned with hanging mosses and lichens. Stay overnight in lodge.

Day 07:Trek from Dole to Machhermo (4150m) takes about five hours.

From Dole you climb steadily along the side of the valley, where small and thorny bushes give way to scrub juniper as the altitude increases. The trail passes many summer settlements. Ahead of you presents majestic views of Cho Oyu, while back down the valley are the peaks of Kantega and Thamserku. This is a short day and you will arrive at Machhermo in time for lunch. Stay overnight in lodge.

Day 08: Trek from Machhermo to Gokyo (4750m) takes about four and half hours.

Today you head for the lakes at Gokyo. You follow a very scenic path to Pangka and then descend slightly, following one of the melted-water. Rivers flow down the west side of the Ngozumpa Glacier. You climb a steep rocky incline into the valley by the side of the glacier, passing the first of the holy lakes. You soon arrive at the second of the lakes, crossing the path which heads across the glacier to Cho La (5420m.), your route to Lobuche and Everest and later in the trek. The third lake is known as Dudh Pokhari and on its eastern shore is the settlement of Gokyo. Stay overnight in lodge.

Day 09:Rest day at Gokyo when you may go for excursion in and around Gokyo valley.

Gokyo is a trade centre where the Sherpa people run lodges to provide the best services to trekkers. Gokyo is situated by the side of Ngozumpa glacier, the biggest glacier of Nepal. This day you can also take a trip to the Fifth Lake via the Fourth Lake. Stay
overnight in lodge.

Day 10: Trek/climb from Gokyo to Gokyo Ri (5483m) and then trek back to Machhermo (4150m.) via.

Gokyo village takes about four and half hours. Gokyo Ri looms above the village on the northern edge of the lake and you leave camp just after first light, following a steep path up the hillside. As you climb, the summits of Everest, Lhotse and Makalu slowly come into sight and the view from the summit of Gokyo Ri itself, is one of the finest to be had in the Everest region – some say it is even better than that from Kala Patthar. After lunch it is a short walk to the village of Machhermo. Stay overnight in lodge.

Day 11: Trek from Machhermo (4150m.) to Namche Bazaar (3440m.) takes about five hours.

The trail gently descends to Dole and then starts descending steeply to Photse Tenga (3650m.) passing through rhododendron forests. Then, the path immediately ascends steeply to Mongla Danda (4000m.) and gently descends up to Kyanjoma (3500m.)
following small up and down trail to your next destination. Stay overnight in lodge.

Day 12: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Lukla (2886 m.) takes about six hours.

The last day of your trek leads from Namche Bazaar via Monjo to Lukla. The trek is pleasant, except for a few short uphill climbs and then down to the Bhote-Koshi River crossing it three times. The last uphill climb of 45 minutes will bring you to Lukla for
your overnight stay. Stay overnight in lodge.

Day 13:Fly from Lukla to Kathmandu

It takes 35 minutes. You take an early morning flight back to Kathmandu. Farewell dinner at evening with cultural program at typical Nepali restaurant.

Day 14:Final Departure

Today is the final day to say goodbye to Nepal. Our office representative will drop you to the airport for your onwards flight to your destination.

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