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Gokyo Lake & Peak Trek |
Mount Everest or Sagarmatha or Chomolungma is the highest mountain on Earth, as measured by the height of its summit above sea level.The mountain, which is part of the Himalaya range in High Asia, is located on the border between Nepal and Tibet. For decades,adventurers have been drawn to the romance of Mount Everest. Those who join this trek will start their journey from Kathmandu to Lukla-by flight at 2840m.Most of the trek is spent in the Khumbu and Imja Valleys, above the altitude of 3,000 meters, where the massive peaks of the Eastern Himalayas dominate the skyline.
Trip Facts of Gokyo Lake & Peak Trek
Trip Duration: 16days (12 days Trekking & 4 days in Kathmandu)
Grade: Strenuous
Accommodation: Lodge/ Camping
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner during the trek
Maximum Altitude: 5483m
Starting & Ending Point: Kathmandu
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Gokyo Lake & Peak Trek Program
Day 01 Welcome to Kathmandu
Arrive Kathmandu airport, you will be met and transferred to your Hotel
Day 02 Kathmandu
After Breakfast sightseeing Tour to Shyambhunath Stupa, Where you can see a lots of monkeys & beautiful view of Kathmandu Valley. This old stupa called by Monkey Temple as well. Bouddhanath Stupa, second biggest Stupa in the world & Pashupatinath Temple, famous Hindus Temple. In the afternoon prepare for Trekking. O/N at Hotel.
Day 03 Kathmandu - Lukla - Phakding (2656m)
Fly from Kathmandu (Domestic airport) to Lukla . Trek start from Lukla, the trail goes down to phakding through the villages slowly 4hrs trek. O/n Trekkers Lodge.
Day 04 Phakding - Namche Bazar(3440m)
Beginning with a slight climb to Jorsale we pass a waterfall and along this part of the trail villages are interspersed with magnificent forest- rhododendron, magnolia trees and giant firs. Then walk to Namche crossing a few bridges and then climb of several hundred meters, a steep descent and another steep climb through the forest. This day 4hrs Trek. O/n Trekkers Lodge.
Day 05 Namche Bazar ( Acclimatization Day 3440m)
Acclimatization is most important before processing to a higher elevation. You can spend a day taking a day hike to Thame, Khunde or Khumjung or relaxing and explore Namche Bazar, a Sherpa community. O/n Trekkers Lodge.
Day 06 Namche Bazar - Dole (4084m)
We are now approaching 4500m, Today is a spectacular day in terms of scenery as we follow the main trail north out of Namche. The trail to Everest drops down the hill but we turn off here and climb to cross the Mon La before reaching Phortse Tenga through rhododendron and birch forest festooned with hanging mosses and lichens.From Phortse Tenga, the trail climbs steeply to Dole. Today Trek around 5hrs. O/n Trekkers Lodge.
Day 07 Dole - Machermo (4410m)
We climb steadily along the side of the valley, where the rhododendron forests give way to scrub juniper as the altitude increases. An excellent views of Cho Oyu, while back down the valley are the peaks of Kantega and Thamserku. This is a short day and we will arrive at Machermo in time for lunch. 4hrs Trek. O/n Trekkers Lodge.
Day 08 Machermo Rest Day
We are now approaching 4500m, so we will stay at Machermo for an extra day to acclimatise. There are plenty of possibilities for
exploration around the camp and just above the village there is an excellent view encompassing Cho Oyu [8210m] and the mountains
which flank the Ngozumpa Glacier. O/n Trekkers Lodge.
Day 09 Machermo - Gokyo (4750m)
We head for the lakes at Gokyo. Today following one of the melt-water rivers which flow down the west side of the Ngozumpa Glacier. We cross the three Beautiful Lakes.We cross the third lakes called Dudh Pokhari and on its eastern shore is the settlement of Gokyo.Walking by the side of the lake, the scenery is magnificent with the summits of Cho Oyu and Gyachung Kang. 3hrs Trek. O/n Trekkers Lodge
Day 10 Rest day - Ascent of Gokyo Ri (5483m)
Early morning 2hrs Hike to Gokyo Ri for sunrise View with Mt. Everest, Amadablam, Lhotse, Nuptse & many more Mountains view from your eyelevel. We can say it is even better View than Kala Pattar. O/n Trekkers Lodge in GOKYO.
Day 11 Gokyo - Phortse (3600m)
Down back to southern valley with the View of Thamserku , walking bottom of Tawache Peak. This day also Trek through the Rucky path
around 5hrrs.O/n Trekkers Lodge at PHORTSE.
Day 12 Phortse - Tengboche (3900m)
This Day Trek down hill then cross the Bridge of Dudh Koshi River. Then up hill to TENGBOCHE Monastery, which is very popular Monastery in this Region. This day you will have more chances to see MUSK DEER. Trek around 4hrs then check in to the Trekkers Lodge.
Day 13 Tengboche - Namche (3440)
Trek down and up to Namche takes you 4hrs Trek. O/n Trekkers Lodge.
Day 14 Namche - Lukla (2800m)
Our final day's trekking follows the Dudh Kosi back down to Lukla., Trek around 6hrs. O/n Trekkers Lodge.
Day 15 Lukla - Kathmandu (Fly)
We take an early morning flight back to Kathmandu. Free Afternoon rest or explore your own shopping. O/n Hotel.
Day 16 Departure
We will take you to the airport for your flight home. Or you can extend your Trip to Rafting, Jungle Safari or Pokhara etc..
Important Note
Every effort will be made to keep to the above itinerary but as this is adventure travel in a remote mountain region we cannot guarantee it! Weather conditions availability of porters and the health of Trekkers can all contribute to changes. The guides and their Sherpa assistants will try to ensure that the trip runs according to plan, but please be prepared to be flexible if necessary.
Food & Accommodation
Lodge Trek we provide Trekkers lodge as accommodation which is normally simple, neat & clean. We provide your meals as simple Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner at Trekkers Restaurant. And Camping Trek You are accomodated in tents whilst on trek. We usually camp near village. We have our own cook team who will do all the cooking on trek. This also ensures that we have good control over hygiene.
Experience Required
This Trek is suitable for keen walkers who are able to walk for 6 - 8 hours in a day, with a light rucksack. Some of the days are quite long, and the walking feels more strenuous at altitude. Generally the trail is a good track, but occasionally it will be uneven and rocky. There may also be some snow cover on the Trail sometime.
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