Gokyo Lake Trek
9 days
Challenging
5,400 m
Tea House
Flight/Private Vehicle
2-9 max
Spring/Fall
Gokyo Lake Trek Overview
Gokyo Lake Trek is a popular trekking route in the Khumbu region of Nepal. It is notable for its pristine views, cultural diversity, and proximity to Mount Everest. Trekkers will pass through remote communities, woodlands, and high-altitude lakes along the way, including the iconic Gokyo Lakes, a chain of blue glacial lakes encircled by soaring peaks.
Gokyo Lake is located at an altitude of 4700-5000m in, Solukhumbu district, Sagarmatha Zone. Comprising the 6 main lakes, these lakes are the world’s highest freshwater lakes. Gokyo Cho, also known as Dudh Pokhari, is the main lake with an area of 106 acres. While Thonak Cho Lake is the largest among all with an area of 160.8 acres.
Besides them, the other lakes are Gyazumpa Cho Lake (72 acres), Tanjung Cho (41.9 acres), Ngojumba Cho (35.6 acres), and Kyajumba Cho. Gokyo Lakes is highly believed to be a sacred lake for both Hindus and Buddhists. Every year at Janai Purnima Festival, about 500 Hindus take a holy bath in this lake. There is also a temple of Hindu deities Vishnu and Shiva. It is located at the western corner of the lake making this place the holiest.
The trail passes through Sagarmatha National Park where you can see many endangered animals like red panda, Himalayan Tahr, snow leopard, wild boar, etc. There is no doubt, Gokyo Lakes is a very popular destination leading toward the Everest base camp. Gokyo village at 4790m, is another major attraction of this trek which includes climbing Gokyo Ri.
Additionally, the Gokyo Lake trek offers breathtaking views of the Himalayas, including the world’s highest mountain, Mount Everest, as well as other peaks like Cho Oyu, Lhotse, Makalu, and more.
Highlights of Gokyo Lake Trek
- Climbing Gokyo Ri and crossing the challenging Cho La pass
- Walk through the Ngojumba glacier, one of the longest glaciers in the Himalayas
- Diverse flora and fauna of Sagarmatha National park
- Trek through one of the less explored areas with off-beaten trails
- Ancient Buddhist monasteries, monuments, and prayer walls
- Explore the beautiful Gokyo valley
Gallery of Gokyo Lake Trek
Outline Itinerary
- Day 1- Kathmandu - Lukla - Phakding, 40 minutes flight, 4 hours walk
- Day 2- Phakding - Namche Bazar, 6 hours walk
- Day 3- Namche Bazar - Dole, 4 hours walk
- Day 4- Dole - Macchermo, 4 hours walk
- Day 5- Macchermo - Gokyo, 4-5 hours walk
- Day 6- Gokyo - Gokyo Ri, back to Macchermo, 5-6 hours walk
- Day 7- Macchermo - Namche ,7 hours walk
- Day 8- Namche - Lukla, 8-9 hours walk
- Day 9- Lukla - Kathmandu, 40 minutes flight
Best Season to Visit
The best time to visit the Gokyo Lake trek is in autumn between September and November and in spring between March and May. Monsoon is just over and you can see beautiful greenery and different crops. The skies are very clear and blue and you can enjoy the view of the mountains.
During the winter season, there is huge snowfall at Gokyo Lake which might block all your way. During summer, also called the Monsoon season in Nepal the trails are slippery and muddy due to heavy rainfall.
Other Requirements
Travel insurance is mandatory thing before traveling anywhere. Don’t forget to mention the maximum altitude you will be reaching since the insurance depends on it. You can contact your travel agencies or the insurance company itself for the insurance.
If you in any case will be needing medical emergencies your travel insurance will be bearing for it. You need to say the details clearly before traveling. Travel insurance generally costs you 150$ and lasts for 30 days.
Visa/passports
If you are a foreigner you might already know that valid visas and passports are compulsory in Nepal. Only Indians are not required to have visas.
You can have your Nepalese visa at Tribhuwan International Airport, Kathmandu. You need to also bring a few passport-size photographs in case you need them.
Packing List
Clothing and equipment
| Sleeping bags | Down jackets |
| Duffel bags | Fleece jackets |
| Backpack | Trekking trousers |
| Trekking pole | Raincoats |
| Money/cash | Trekking shorts |
| Warm shirts and T-shirts | Hiking boots |
| Waterproof pants | Hiking shocks |
| Waterproof jackets | Slippers |
| Beanies and gloves | Sunglasses |
| Travel towel | Underwear |
| Wash kit | Hand sanitizers |
| Safety kit | Tissue papers and trash bags |
| Water bottles and water purifier | Medicines |
| Camera | Thermal tops and bottoms |
| Charger/adapter | Passports and few passport sized photos |
| Power bank | Torch lights |
| Pads and tampons | Summer winter hats |
Payment and Cancellation
Policy regarding Payment and Cancellation Payment:
Payment:
1) To confirm a reservation, a deposit equal to 30% of the total price is required.
2) If the payment is made online, the remaining balance is due 10 days before the Tour, Trekking, Peak Climbing, or Expedition begins. If the payment is made in cash, it can be made after arrival.
3) If the booking is made within 30 days of the expedition beginning, full payment must be made at the time of booking.
Cancellation:
1) A full refund of the deposit will be given if a Tour, Trek, Peak Climbing, or Expedition is canceled more than 60 days before the start date.
2) The deposit will not be refunded if a Tour, Trek, Peak Climbing, or Expedition is canceled within 30 days of its start date.
3) A tour, trek, peak climbing, or expedition will not be refunded if it is canceled prior to or on the start date.
4) All participants should strongly consider purchasing travel insurance to cover any unforeseen cancellations or other occurrences.
Note: We reserve the right to modify or cancel any trek in the event of a natural disaster, political unrest, or any other unforeseen circumstances beyond our control. In such cases, a full refund or an alternative option will be provided.
Dates of Trip
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January 15, 2023 - January 23, 2023
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January 24, 2023 - February 1, 2023
Group Discount Prices
Frequently Asked Questions
Booking Details
- A detailed certificate from Marvel Treks and Expedition (after accomplishment)
- A complimentary raincoat to shed you during the rainy season. (returnable)
- A Complimentary Duffel Bag throughout the trek from our company. (returnable)
- A warm complimentary Down Jacket during the entire trek on behalf of Marvel Treks. (returnable)
- A complimentary sleeping bag for your icy trek. (returnable)
- The essential climbing gear like mountain axe, trekking sticks, etc, for your need throughout the trek. (returnable)
- Delightful complimentary Authentic Nepali cuisine as dinner to embark on your arrival and departure
- Critical complimentary First Aid Service (in times of need)
- An informative trekking map for you to cherish on behalf of our company
- Trendy Sunhat and t-shirt as souvenirs on behalf of Marvel Treks and Expedition.
- All the crucial services about airport transfer to and from the hotel via a private tourist vehicle ($60)
- TIMS (Trekkers’ Information Management Systems )($10)
- National park entry fees / ACAP permits / Conservation entry fees. ( $30)
- Khumbu Rural Municipality Permit($20)
- All essential local tax and, office service charges Gov tax ($100 )
- 2 nights accommodation in a Kathmandu (Kathmandu hotel or similar) ($40)
- Porter Guide ($240)
- Marvel Treks and Expedition won’t be responsible for all the Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu.
- Extra nights in any city that’s not accommodated in the itinerary of Marvel Treks and Expedition.
- All the International flight checks and airfares.
- Marvel Treks and Expedition won’t be responsible for alcoholic/ non-alcoholic liquors.
- Additional porter fees along with tips for guides and porters.
- Electronic gadgets like chargers, and headphones.
- Individual costs like a hot shower, phone calls, laundry, and souvenirs.
- Travel coverage and emergency evacuations.
- Tips for our staff’s drivers.
Gokyo Lake Trek
Original price was: $550.00.$500.00Current price is: $500.00. $500.00,
Price W/O Addons: US$ 500 per person
- A detailed certificate from Marvel Treks and Expedition (after accomplishment)
- A complimentary raincoat to shed you during the rainy season. (returnable)
- A Complimentary Duffel Bag throughout the trek from our company. (returnable)
- A warm complimentary Down Jacket during the entire trek on behalf of Marvel Treks. (returnable)
- A complimentary sleeping bag for your icy trek. (returnable)
- The essential climbing gear like mountain axe, trekking sticks, etc, for your need throughout the trek. (returnable)
- Delightful complimentary Authentic Nepali cuisine as dinner to embark on your arrival and departure
- Critical complimentary First Aid Service (in times of need)
- An informative trekking map for you to cherish on behalf of our company
- Trendy Sunhat and t-shirt as souvenirs on behalf of Marvel Treks and Expedition.
- All the crucial services about airport transfer to and from the hotel via a private tourist vehicle ($60)
- TIMS (Trekkers’ Information Management Systems )($10)
- National park entry fees / ACAP permits / Conservation entry fees. ( $30)
- Khumbu Rural Municipality Permit($20)
- All essential local tax and, office service charges Gov tax ($100 )
- 2 nights accommodation in a Kathmandu (Kathmandu hotel or similar) ($40)
- Porter Guide ($240)
- Marvel Treks and Expedition won’t be responsible for all the Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu.
- Extra nights in any city that’s not accommodated in the itinerary of Marvel Treks and Expedition.
- All the International flight checks and airfares.
- Marvel Treks and Expedition won’t be responsible for alcoholic/ non-alcoholic liquors.
- Additional porter fees along with tips for guides and porters.
- Electronic gadgets like chargers, and headphones.
- Individual costs like a hot shower, phone calls, laundry, and souvenirs.
- Travel coverage and emergency evacuations.
- Tips for our staff’s drivers.
Gokyo Lake Trek
Original price was: $550.00.$500.00Current price is: $500.00. $500.00,
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