- Walk Mountain Pvt. Ltd.
- Chhusya Galli, Jyatha, Thamel
- 009779851065420
| Duration | 18 | |
| Group Size | 2 or more | |
| Transportaion | Private vehicle, Domestic flight | |
| Altitude | 5545m | |
| Accomodations | Hotel in Kathmandu, Tea House/Lodge during trek | |
| Best Seasons | Autumn (Sept. to Nov.) and Spring (March to May) | |
| Activities | Trekking, Hiking | |
| Meals | All meals during the trek (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner), Farewell dinner at Kathmandu |
Gokyo Lake is the highest freshwater
lake system in the world at an altitude of 4,700 – 5,000 m. On an average more
than 7,000 tourists visit Gokyo Lake annually. Gokyo is among the most
popular tourist destinations leading towards the Everest base camp and other
areas. Gokyo village at 4,790
metres (15,720 ft) elevation is a major centre in the area. The site is
two days walk uphill from Namche Bazaar and visit to the area often
includes climbing Gokyo Ri.
The Gokyo Lakes are also part of an extended Everest Base Camp trek - 14 Days known as the EBC trek via Gokyo Lakes. This trek is commonly hiked by
people with slightly more time to trek as the trail is 4 days longer than the
standard EBC trek. The Gokyo Lakes trek also has the added benefit of being a
circular route as opposed to the standard EBC trek which returns along the same
trail. Gokyo Lake offers a mesmerizing view of the Himalayas. This trek also
takes you closer to the Sherpa culture with diverse flora and fauna. This trail is perfect to capture
the scenic views of Mt. Everest itself, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Nuptse, Mt. Cho Oyu,
Mt. Makalu, Mt. Amadablam, Mt. Thamserku and many other lofty mountains.
This trek starts after the thirty five minute flight from Kathmandu landing on Lukla Airport then hike to the gate-way of Everest, Namche Bazar (3440m). Namche Bazzar is the main centre of the Everest (Khumbu) region and has modern facilities. From Namche Bazaar, we walk to Dole village and Machhemro. Another day, we trek down to beautiful mountain lake Gokyo. We spend the next few days trekking and interacting with Sherpas. We stay at local lodges and trek into the heartland of their villages. Other days we head to Everest Base Camp via Gorakshep, the flat field below Kala Patthar, 5,545 metres (18,192 ft) and Mt. Pumori. Alternatively, the comeback route can be arranged through the Chola Pass and Thame trail offers the pleasure adventurous psyche with more marvelous view of lofty High Himalayans exploring the Nepalese culture and tradition of Khumbu Region. Walk Mountain will always be by your side during your entire trek. If you are in need of a shorter trek, you can go for Everest View Trek - 8 days which requires less time and lesser physical strength with no compromise to the scenes you can experience.
Day 01: Arrival,
transfer to Hotel.
Day 02: Kathmandu:
Sightseeing and Trek Prepration
Day 03: Kathmandu -
Lukla [2,800 m/9,184 ft] - Phakding (2,652 m/8,700 ft): 3-4 hrs
Day 04: Phakding to
Namche Bazaar (3,440m/11,283ft), 5-6 hrs walk
Day 05:
Acclimatization day at Namche Bazaar
Day 06: Namche Bazzar
- Dole-(4,110 m/ 13,152 ft): 6-7 hrs
Day 07: Dole -
Machhermo-(4,470 m/ 14,663 ft): 4-5 hrs
Day 08: Trek to Gokyo
Lake (4800m)
Day 09: Relax Day at
Gokyo Lake
Day 10: Hike to Gokyo
Ri (5,330m/17,483ft), & trek to Thangnag (4750m/15580ft), 6-7 hrs walk
Day 11: Trek to Cho-la
Pass (5367m/17604ft) to Dzongla (4,850m/15908ft), 5-6 hrs walk
Day 12: Trek to
Loubuche [4940 m/16,207 ft]: 4-5 hrs
Day 13: Lobuche -
Gorak Shep (5,170 m/16,961ft) - Everest Base Camp (5,364m/17,594ft) - Gorak
Shep: 8-9 hrs
Day 14: Gorak Shep -
Kala Patthar (5545m/18,192ft) - Pheriche (4,730m/15,518ft): 8-9 hrs
Day 15: Trek to
Tyangboche (3,867m/12684ft) to Namche Bazaar (3,570m/11,710ft): 6-7 hrs
Day 16: Namche
Bazaar-Lukla (2,800m/9,186ft): 6-8 hrs
Day 17: Fly back to
Kathmandu (1,300m/4,264 ft)
Day 18: Departure from
Kathmandu
Head:
- Sun hat or scarf
- Light balaclava or warm fleece hat
- Sunglasses with UV protection
Lower Body:
- Lightweight cotton long pants/ Hiking shorts
- Fleece or wool pants (seasonal)
- Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell pants
Feet :
- Thin, lightweight inner socks
- Thick, warm wool hiking socks
- Hiking boots with spare laces
- Camp shoes (sneakers and/or sandals)
Upper Body:
- T-shirts
- Fleece jacket or pullover
- Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell jacket
- Down vest and/or jacket *
Hands:
- Lightweight gloves
Accessories:
- Sleeping bag rated to zero degrees F *
- Headlamp with spare bulbs and batteries
- Trekking Bags/Duffel bag
- Basic First Aid Kit
- Large plastic bags for keeping items dry inside trek bag
- Trekking Poles *
- Water bottles
- Toiletries (Small wash towel, Toilet papers etc)
Toiletries (it’s up to your comfort label):
- 1 medium sized quick drying towel
- Tooth brush/paste (preferably biodegradable)
- Multipurpose soap (preferably biodegradable)
- Deodorants
- Nail clippers
- Face and body moisturizer
- Feminine hygiene products
- Small mirror
Personal Hygiene (it’s up to your
comfort label):
- Wet wipes (baby wipes)
- Tissue /toilet roll
- Anti bacterial hands wash
- Diamox (Drugs for altitude sickness if incase)
- Water purified pills
Extras/Luxuries (it’s up to your
comfort label):
- Binoculars (optional)
- Reading book
- Journal & Pen
- Pencils and small notebooks
- Travel game i.e. chess, backgammon, scrabble
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