Gokyo Valley Trek

Gokyo Valley Trek is a stunning trekking expedition that takes you to the wilderness beauty of Gokyo Ri Peak via spectacular walk at shimmering azure lake and glorious Sherpa inhabitants. Gokyo Ri (5,340m) is the highest point of the trek that fascinates trekkers with the astounding view of Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Gokyo Lake, Gokyo valley, Amadablam, Makalu and lush green vegetation accompanied by gleaming icy glacier, rare wildlife and seasonal flora. Since this trek also pays cross-cultural privilege, it is famous among cultural researcher, environmental scientist, ecologist, botanist, photographer, pilgrim and extreme trekkers. Gokyo Ri Trek is suitable for moderately fit person without having had previous experience resume.

Gokyo Valley is a small picturesque village nestled in the foothill of Gokyo Ri that normally get closes at winter due to extreme cold and snowfall. Basically, Gokyo valley trek in Everest region is delightful journey that outskirts the entire beauty of Gokyo valley traversing through sapphire lake, isolated hamlets and massive Nagozompa glacier backed up by massif Everest Himalaya range. The trail starts from Lukla following the route of Phakding till Namchebazzar. Further, the trail follows Dudhkoshi River crossing several suspension bridges to reach its origin, Gokyo Lake. Gokyo Lake is holy and sacred pilgrimage site for both Hindu and Buddhist religion. Maximally, the Gokyo valley is inhabited by Tibetan-Buddhist civilization. Aimway Travel is specialized in designing complete itinerary package that provides travelers countless opportunity for exploration including proper acclimatization period.      

Spring and autumn are statically considered as the best time to visit Gokyo valley. During these periods, the weather tends to remain mild and perfect, in contrast to the bitterly cold winters and monsoon.

Day 01: Arrival Day in Kathmandu (1400 m).

Day 02: Sightseeing in Kathmandu valley.

Day 03: Fly from Kathmandu to Lukla (2860 m) and trek to Phakding (2610 m).

Day 04: Trek to Namchebazaar (3440 m).

Day 05: Halt at Namchebazaar.

Day 06: Trek to Dole (4038 m).

Day 07: Trek to Machchharmo (4410 m).

Day 08: Trek to Gokyo Lake (4800 m).

Day 09: Halt at Gokyo Valley and hike to Gokyo Ri (5357 m).

Day 10: Trek to Phrotse (3500 m).

Day 11: Trek to Pangboche (3946 m),

Day 12: Trek to Khumjung Village (3710 m) via Tengboche (3860 m).

Day 13: Trek to Namchebazaar (3440 m).

Day 14: Trek to Lukla (2860 m).

Day 15: Fly back to Kathmandu (1400 m).

Day 16: Farewell Friends!!!

Cost includes

• Airport pickups and drops facility
• 3-star hotel accommodation in Kathmandu and teahouse during the trek
• All meals
• All national flights and ground transportation as per itinerary
• Guide and Porter
• All entrance fee and permits fee
• All government and local taxes

Cost Excludes

• Nepal entry visa fee
• International flights
• Travel and rescue insurance
• Personal nature expenses like alcoholic beverage, shopping, laundry, phone bills etc
• Tips for driver, guide and porter