Everest Gokyo Lake Trek

While traveling on Gokyo Lake Trek on Everest, you'll pass through one of the most spectacular routes of Khumbu. The journey is the perfect blend of tranquility and embodies the serenity of Gokyo Lake. This holy lake is a sacred embodiment to the Hindus and Buddhists, and on this trek, you'll get the chance to be in the presence of this holy site.

As you traverse these routes, you'll enter the Sagarmatha National Park, one of this trek's notable highlights. The conservational park is home to various flora and fauna that will captivate your eyes. There will be green vegetation, and you'll meet birds like Himalayan snowcocks and yaks.

We welcome all our clients to join us on this fantastic trek. Everyone can enjoy the best of the natural and cultural aspects of the Everest region. The hospitality nature of the Sherpas, the breathtaking mountains, and the calmness of the beautiful lake will surely add bliss to your trek.

Special Highlights

• Take a thrilling flight to Himalayan Airport, Tenzing Hillary, at Lukla.
• Witness the various endangered species after entering the Sagarmatha National Park
• Look out for various plants, wild animals, and varied species of birds.
• Visit the famous trading place of Sherpa and the museum in Namche Bazaar.
• On the rest day hike to the highest-placed hotel, Everest View Hotel. Take a moment to enjoy the 360-degree views of the peaks like Cho Oyu, Thamserku, and more.
• Be familiar with the kind and brave ethnic people of the Khumbu area-Sherpas. Learn their way of living.
• Admire the beauty of the off-the-beaten trails of the Gokyo Valley in the Khumbu Region.
• In Gokyo Valley, stand and relax at the shore of the world's highest freshwater lakes.
• Walk across the biggest glacier in the Khumbu surrounding, the Ngozumpa Glacier.
• Hike to one of the most popular viewpoints, Gokyo Ri. From there, watch the captivating sunrise.
• Marvel at the stunning views of Mahalangur Himal, including Mt. Everest, Makalu, Cho Oyu, and Lhotse.

Route Overview

The 13-day Gokyo Lake Trek will begin after you arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport. You will then transfer to your hotel near Thamel Kathmandu. You will have a brief meeting about your trip and then rest to prepare for it.

The first day of your adventure starts with an exciting flight to the Himalayan Airport, Lukla. The flight to Lukla is a lifetime experience in itself. Passing by the small villages of the Everest Area, you will reach your first destination, Phakding.

Following the day, you will reach another Sherpa's biggest trading hub, Namche Bazaar. You will have two nights at the Namche Bazaar. To adapt to the high altitude, you will visit Everest View Hotel, the highest in the world. Then, for the following hikes, you'll pass through the villages of Dole, Machhermo, and others.

The most exciting day is the hike from Macchermo to Gokyo Lakes. You will be mesmerized when you reach Gokyo and witness the serene waters yourself.

After that, you will ascend to the Gokyo Ri, situated at 5,360 m high. From this viewpoint, you can see the panoramic ranges of Mt Everest, Cho Oy, Lhotse, Mahalangur Himal, and more. You'll also see the largest glacier, the Ngozumpa Glacier. After the hike, you'll return to the valley and have the rest of the day for yourself.

With this, the descent begins from Gokyo to Dole, then to Namche Bazaar, and finally to Lukla. Before the flight from Lukla, you can feel an attachment to the lovely Sherpa People, the Himalayas, and all the surroundings. On day 12, you will take a flight to return to KTM. You can go around the city, and you can do some shopping for your friends and family in your spare time. You will transfer to the airport 3 hours earlier the flight to your homeland. 

If you wish to go on this exciting Gokyo Lake with Everest Trek, contact us. We can also arrange your trip according to your preferences. Join us now and take unlimited memories with you.

Perfect time to Go Gokyo Lake Trek?

We want our clients to get the most out of the Khumbu zone. Hence, we would like to suggest some of the best times for the Everest Gokyo Lake Trek.

The ideal time for the trek is during spring and autumn.

The spring season is everyone's favorite season. You can enjoy your walk under clear skies and witness the splendid views of the peaks clearly.

The next suitable season for hikers is autumn, i.e., September- November. This season is considered to be the most favorite season of all. The famous festival Dashain, Tihar, will also be around the corner this season. Hence you can enjoy the warm weather and witness festivals.

How Difficult is the Trek?

Unlike other treks like the Everest Base Camp and High Passes Trek, the Everest Gokyo Lake Trek is relatively easier. The route has steep uphill and downhill terrains, but with an experienced guide, you can complete the trek easily.

One thing you need to be aware of is altitude sickness. Acute altitude sickness is a serious matter to be considered, so the correct protocols should be followed.

We assure you that our trekking leaders are trained to help clients with altitude sickness. They'll arrange the acclimatization spots, check your oxygen level every day. Also will give you instructions on the walking pace in those high-altitude areas.

A quick tip for all trekkers preparing for the Everest Gokyo Lake Trek is that despite being easy. You need to exercise regularly and maintain good physical fitness for this trek.

Alternative Treks

If you still want to look for more options other than this trek, then we've some recommendations for you. All of these mentioned treks are located in the Khumbu region,

First, we have the Gokyo Lake Renjo La Pass Trek. In this 14-day trekking package, you'll cross the Renjo La Pass and also trek to Gokyo Lake.

You can choose any trek according to your preferences. Nevertheless, we will make sure to make your trek to make your trip a memorable one by offering you the best service