Kathmandu: 12-Day Gokyo Lakes Trek with Gokyo Ri Viewpoint
ID: GYG1194631-1833106
Category:
Country: Nepal
Duration:
12 days
Description
Embark on a 12-day trek to the Gokyo Lakes from Kathmandu. Enjoy panoramic views of Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, and Cho Oyu from the Gokyo Ri viewpoint.
Begin your adventure with a flight from Kathmandu to Lukla, then trek to Phakding. Continue to Namche Bazaar, the gateway to the Everest region, and spend a day acclimatizing.
Trek through the Dudh Koshi Valley, passing traditional Sherpa villages and monasteries. Reach the turquoise Gokyo Lakes, surrounded by towering peaks.
Hike to the Gokyo Ri viewpoint for sweeping views of Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, and Cho Oyu. Enjoy the serene beauty of the lakes and the surrounding mountains.
Stay in comfortable tea houses along the way, and benefit from the expertise of a licensed trekking guide and porter service.
This trek is suitable for trekkers seeking Himalayan scenery with fewer crowds, and includes acclimatization days to ensure safe altitude gain.
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu
Day 2: Fly to Lukla, trek to Phakding
Day 3: Trek to Namche Bazaar
Day 4: Acclimatization day
Day 5: Trek to Dole
Day 6: Trek to Machhermo
Day 7: Trek to Gokyo
Day 8: Hike Gokyo Ri, explore lakes
Day 9: Trek to Dole
Day 10: Trek to Namche
Day 11: Trek to Lukla
Day 12: Fly to Kathmandu
Highlights
- Immerse yourself in the beauty of the turquoise Gokyo Lakes
- Hike to the Gokyo Ri viewpoint for panoramic views of Everest
- Trek through traditional Sherpa villages and the Dudh Koshi valley
- Enjoy comfortable tea house accommodations along the trek
- Benefit from acclimatization days to ensure a safe altitude gain
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Acclimatization days included for safe altitude gain
Suitable for trekkers seeking Himalayan scenery with fewer crowds
INCLUDED
- Airport transfers
- Kathmandu–Lukla flights
- Licensed trekking guide
- Porter service (shared)
- Tea house accommodation
- Sagarmatha National Park permits
NOT INCLUDED
- International airfare
- Nepal visa fees
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Tips
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
