Gokyo Trek - 12 Days

This trek includes the visits to Namche and Tengpoche and adds an incredible hike to Gokyo lake. This trek gives you plenty of beautiful views of Everest and other nearby giants. The Gokyo lake area is surrounded by mountainous valleys, alpine lakes, and numerous glaciers. This trek is less crowded than others in the Everest region and takes 12 14days to complete including travel to and from Kathmandu. This moderate to difficult trek reaches a high of 5000 meters.

Facts of the Trek

Minimum Group size: 02
Season : all year (on a bad weather flight does not goes)
Grading : 04
Departure Date : Tuesday and Friday

Detailed Itinerary

Day 01: Depart Kathmandu via air, for Lukla (8800ft) and a short trek (2-3 hours to) to Phakding at 8,661 feet. The flight into Lukla is similar to the Everest View flight for views and beauty.
Day 02: The trail climbs gradually following the river and enters the Everest National Park at Jorsale, then crosses the river and climbs Steeply to Namche (11,100 feet). (4-6 hours).
Day 03: Namche/ Rest day or day hide possible. Namche is capital of the Khumbu district and offers many ways to spend a day.
Day 04: Tengboche. We Climb the ridge above Namche and descend to the Dudh Koshi Riover before climbing again to Tengboche Monastery (12664 feet). (4-6 hours). Devoche is slightly further (20minutes) a charming village.
Day 05: Tengbuche (3680metees) to Dole (4000meters)/ 5 hr to 6 hr.
Day 06: Dole to Machhermo (4470 meters)/ 5-6 hr.
Day 07: Gokyo (4790 meters)/ 5-6 hr
Day 08: Gokyo/ Hiking
Day 09: Machhermo
Day 10: Dole
Day 11: Namche or further on.
Day 12: Return to Luka
Day 13: Fly to Kathmandu by noon

Cost Includes: National Park entry permit, Trekking permit, Land transportation to and fro, Accommodation in lodges during the trek, Food: three meals a day, A guide & required number of porter(s), Essential equipment.

Cost Excludes: Personal expenses, Insurance, Tips, Emergency evacuation by Helicopter, Alternative transportation in case of heavy rain, landslide, strike, road blockade etc.