Gokyo Lakes Trek

Day 01: Arrival Katmandu Tribhuvan International Airport 1,310m

A Peregrine Tour Nepal representative will greet and welcome you as soon as you land at Tribhuwan International Airport (TIA).

The day you check in, a pre-arranged meeting will be hosted at the hotel to brief you about the tour, and the arrangements for the required kits will be made. We will introduce you to our team members to guide you throughout Gokyo Lakes Trek.

Drinks and Snacks will be arranged for, and you will be addressed to the remaining trek members — a much sorted time to communicate with each other and know your fellow companies well. You’ll have to submit your documents and complete the remaining formalities on this day, so no further inconveniences occur.

Meals: Not Included

Day 02: Kathmandu to Lukla and Trek to Phakding (2610m) 3 Hours

We will be moved to the airport for a 35-45 minutes flight from Kathmandu to Lukla. This small flight is majestic and thrilling with the beauties of mountain peaks and starts from Kathmandu rooftops.

We will meet our other team after our arrival upon Lukla (2860m). On the same day, we started trekking for the Phakding village. The trek lasts for 3-4 hours, and we witness the sacred mountain Khumbila(5751m) from the town of Cheplung, we come across the Dudh Koshi river, and a gradual walk leads us to Phakding village.

From Phakding village, we can have a sight of Kusum Kangraru Mountain. The town in the north valley of Lukla has several quality lodges, hotels, and guest houses for tourists and trekkers. We will stay there for the night and the day after, continuing our Gokyo Lakes Trek.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Day 03: Phakding to Namche 3440m 5/6 Hours Overnight At Lodge

We will start heading towards Namche Bazaar just after our breakfast. This is the day; we become evident in the promising exquisiteness of the mountains.

We pass along lovely pine forests and revealed land. Cross a steel suspension bridge up above the glacial river, Dudh Koshi. Also, trek along Bhote Koshi, a sister of the Koshi family. As we embark on our journey, mountains like Mt. Nupla (5885m) and Kongde Ri (6093m) rise to give us a sight of themselves.

Furthermore, we cross Kusum Khola and witness Mt. Kusum Kangraru to the east, the head of the valley. We come across some fields of donkeys and yaks loaded with trek gears and trading goods.

If you haven’t seen the Mani stones, you’re about to be addressed to the holy mantra of Buddhists and Brahmins, “Om Mani Padme Hum,” which translates to “Hail to the jewel in the lotus.” We also see Mt. Thamserku (6808m) at a turn of the trail. We cross the Monjo pass; we enter the Sagarmatha National Park, where we can look forward to rich vegetation and wildlife like red pandas, yaks, etc.

Then we commence our ascent to the Sherpa capital, Namche Bazaar. The most crucial trade section for the Tibetans and Sherpas living around the valley. If the weather is just beautiful and we are lucky enough, we might catch our first glimpse of Mt. Everest.

This is an adventure trek, breathtaking and rewarding as well. But this is just the forestage of what is to come. We will rest, relax, and stay overnight in Namche Bazaar.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Day 04: Acclimatization day in Namche

This day we will spend acclimatizing in the thinning air. However, there are plenty of things we can do in Namche Bazaar. Our guides can escort you to the museum, where you can catch an idea of traditional Sherpa life.

We can trek up to Syangboche and the Everest View Hotel, located at the highest altitude in the world. It provides a glimpse of mountains like Everest and many others.

Similarly, if we hike along Sagarmatha National Park, we can catch a sunrise view of Mt. Everest, Mt. Lhotse, Nuptse, Ama Dablam, and many more. We can also find a panoramic view of the Namche village up the hill from Syangboche.

We can roam around the colorful Namche Bazaar to catch a bargain in the evening. Tea or coffee in Namche Bazaar is considered the most important thing to do, so we set the morning and evening cups with us.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Day 05: Trek to Dole

The day will start with a hot breakfast in the Lodge. We will Climb stony staircases for the first half an hour and then trek on the flat trails for two hours with closer views of the mountains to arrive at Sanasa.

You can enjoy a cup of tea here and continue, but you will see two trekking paths; one is on the way to Everest Base Camp Trek on the left, but we will catch the right ascending trail. It is a continuous ascending trail to Mong La danda for 2 hours. This trail has minor traffic compared to the trekkers on the EBC trails.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Day 06: Trek from Dole to Machhermo

From Dole, we will ascend to Machhermo on the wide valley with mountain views of Kangtega, Thamserku, and Kusum Kanguru. It is on the way to today’s destination, which takes about 5-6 hours.

Machhermo has some excellent Lodges where there is a hospital for the Trekkers. If you want, you can go there to get some information about AMS.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Day 07: Machhermo to Gokyo

The Trails ascend the ridge with a view of Kanga and Mountain Cho-Oyu. The trail steeps up Kharka, where there are stony houses. We continued to Panka (4380m) village, and the big avalanche washed away the trekking group in November 1995.

Then, the trail steeps up and narrows until Ngozumpa Glacier crosses the wooden bridge to arrive at the lake. After walking for some time, we will reach the second lake at 4720m and Dudh Pokhari at 4750m, close to the Gokyo (4780m), where we will spend the night.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Day 08: Gokyo to Gokyo Ri To Dole

We will wake up early at 3 o’clock and start walking to the Gokyo Ri with a flashlight. Don’t forget to bring a Camera and a Hot water bottle. It takes about 2-3 hours to climb Gokyo Ri.

From Gokyo Lake, hike uphill towards Gokyo Ri to observe the glorious sunrise on the casement of the mountain. It has a splendid 90-degree view of Everest and its neighboring mountain.

The mystical experience of Gokyo Lakes and the valley will accompany you throughout the trip. Then, descend to the lodge, have breakfast, and go back to Dole in 5 hours.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Day 09: Trek back to Namche

We will have breakfast at the lodge and descend to Mong la Danda, with a spectacular view of the mountains. You will have a tea break here, and we will then descend to Namche. Then on the way back to Sanasa, you will meet many trekkers from EBC. We will continue to Namche and then celebrate after arrival when we return from Gokyo Ri Trek.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Day 10: Return back to Lukla

On this day, we trek for Lukla, where this all started. This steep, downward trail is accompanied by scenic views of the mountains and the sacred Mani walls. And the milky white Dudh Koshi River adds ambiance to our journey as we make our way along it.

This will be our last day in the mountains. After we reach Lukla, we have a lot to celebrate. The team spirit and the invaluable experience are what you take home, and we bid farewell to the mountains. We party and then relax for the night in Lukla.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Day 11: Lukla to Kathmandu by Flight and rest

We catch a thrilling and scenic flight from Kathmandu to Lukla, accompanied by our memories of accomplishment and the mountains. Get to Kathmandu, relax and cherish the Gokyo Lakes trek.

Meals: Breakfast

Day 12: Full Day Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing

We have a day to explore the rich culture and the variant markets of the Valley. You can visit UNESCO sites like Pashupatinath, Swayambhunath, and Durbar Square or wander around the streets of Thamel or New Road.

Meals: Breakfast and Dinner

Day 13: Departure

Time to bid farewell to Nepal. The day of departure has arrived. You have some time to catch some souvenirs and have breakfast. Later that day, one of our representatives will escort you back to the airport. It is better to get there two hours before the departure time.

Meals: Breakfast