The Gokyo Lakes trek is one of the best treks in the Khumbu region. Much of the trek takes place at moderate to high altitudes, venturing through rich Buddhist villages, red birch and dwarf rhododendron forests together with magnificent views of the peaks of Sagarmatha, Cho Oyo, Lhotse. Makalu and Tawatse. Highlight of this trek is the walk to the sacred lakes of Gokyo. Two days will be spent exploring the Gokyo area, including a steep climb to the top of Gokyo Ri to witness what is the most comprehensive and impressive panoramas in all the Himalaya. This trek will appeal to those who wish to see the major mountains of the Sagarmatha region from a less-trekked trail, as well as visit the regions key monasteries.
Trip at a Glance
Trip Duration: 13 days
Grade: Fairly Strenuous ***
Max Altitude: 5383m.
Season: February to June and September to November
Itinerary
Day 1 - Flight Kathmandu to Lukla (2804m) we then take an easy walk to Phakding (2610m.). 3/4 hrs
Day 2 - Phakding to Namche Bazar (3440m.) 6 hrs
Day 3 - Rest at Namche Bazar for acclimatization.
Day 4 - Namche to Dole (3650m) 6 hrs
Day 5 - Dole to Machhermo (4470m) 5/6 hrs
Day 6 - Machhermo to Gokyo lake (4750m) 5/6 hrs
Day 7 - Climb Gokyo Ri (5483m) in the morning 3/4 hrs & back to the Gokyo lake
Day 8 - Gokyo to Renjo- La Pass (5345m) – Rermo Pokhari (4875m) 6/7 hrs
Day 9 - Rermo pokhari to Thame (3800m) 5/6 hrs
Day 10 - Thame to Namche Bazar 4/5 hrs
Day 11 - Trek to Phakding 4/5 hrs
Day 12 - Phakding to Lukla 3/4 hrs
Day 13- Fly back to Kathmandu 35 minutes & transfer to hotel
