Gokyo Ri Trek

Trip Duration

10 Days

Trip Grade

Moderate

Highest Altitude

5357m

Accommodation

Tea House/ Lodge

Transportation

Bus/Car

Group Size

1-10

Best Season

Autumn, Spring

Gokyo Ri Trek Overview

If you’re planning a trekking trip to Gokyo Ri, then you’ve come to the right place! Gokyo Ri is a mountain peak located at an altitude of 5357m, west side of the Ngozumpa glacier. Ngozumpa glacier is the largest glacier in Nepal and is also known to be the largest in the whole Himalayas. Gokyo Ri trek is a difficult trek in the high Himalayas of the Everest region. Gokyo Ri, offers a wonderful view of the sunset and the sunrise. However, the amazing view of Mount Everest, Lhotse, Cho-oyu, and Makalu from the top of Gokyo Ri is the major highlight of this trek. At the base of the Gokyo Ri, there are small and beautiful stone houses.

The Gokyo Ri trek is usually done with Everest base camp trek with 3 passes trek. It is slightly off-route while visiting EBC but still many people explore the beautiful Gokyo Ri. The area can be very harsh in winter and early spring. So it’s definitely recommended that you do this trek in the high season from June through September. The trail to Gokyo Ri passes through some beautiful villages like Phakding, Namche, and Dole all the way up to the beautiful Gokyo valley.

Highlights of Gokyo Ri Trek

  • explore a relatively less crowded area and the off-beaten path.
  • Explore the beautiful Gokyo valley and Gokyo Ri
  • Amazing view of Lhotse, Mount Everest, Makalu, and Cho-Oyu.
  • Get to see many Sherpa settlements.

Outline Itinerary

Safety and difficulties of EBC

Gokyo Ri trek is categorized as a challenging and difficult trek. However, the level of difficulty entirely depends on your physical and mental fitness. But you can build your muscle strength, make your body flexible by practicing some light exercise, running, and jogging. The trek to Gokyo Ri is all about walking 5-7 hours per day for at least 17 days. You also need basic mountaineering skills like the use of crampons, at least in some parts of the trek. This only reason is enough to make this trek challenging. Also, weather in higher altitudes is quite unpredictable and likely to change. It is better to prepare for harsh weather. The trails are rugged, steep, maybe snowy in off-seasons. The maximum height in this trek is the summit of Gokyo Ri itself (5357) with other high passes on the way. You need to spend a few nights above 4000m. There is also a high risk of mountain sickness. The primary cause of altitude sickness is a decrease in the amount of oxygen in the atmosphere. It’s important to carry handheld oximetry. Oxygen saturation below 75% may be a risk.

Symptoms of Mountain sickness

  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Loss of appetite
  • Shortness of breath
  • Fast heartbeats

Preventing mountain sickness

  • Walk slow
  • Stay hydrated
  • Have nutritional food
  • Have enough rest
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol

Medicines for mountain sickness

  • Acetazolamide
  • Ibuprofen, paracetamol (for headache)
  • Promethazine (for nausea)

Packing List

Trekking trousers Money/cash
Trekking shocks Torch lights
Trekking boots Medicines
Water proof pants Sunglasses
Water proof jackets Beanies and gloves
Warm shirts and t shirts Medicines
Thermal tops and bottoms Toiletries
Underwear Wash kit
Fleece jacket Safety kit
Down jacket Hand sanitizers
Trekking pole Water bottles and water purifier
Raincoats Trash bag and tissue papers
Sleeping bags (optional) Charger/adapters
Duffel bags Power banks
Backpack Camera
Raincoats Cooking gas (optional)
Cooking utensils (optional) Passport
Passport size photographs Permits

Other requirements

Travel insurance: Trekking to high altitudes can always be risky. Travel Insurance is something you might want to do before trekking anywhere. Sometimes in emergency cases, people need to be evacuated through a helicopter and get medical service. So, in such cases, your travel insurance will be bearing the cost for you. Seeing all these benefits,

the government of Nepal has made travel insurance mandatory thing before trekking. However, it is very important to mention the heights and all the places you will be reaching during your trek. Your insurance entirely depends on the details you have provided earlier. Travel insurance costs you around 150$ which is good for 1 month.

Visas/passports: if you are not a Nepalese or Indian citizen, then a visa and a passport are mandatory. You can get your Nepalese Visa at Tribhuvan airport in Kathmandu. The passport must hold a visa of a minimum of 6 months.    Clothing and equipment

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Frequently Asked Questions

Temperature and weather
Gokyo Ri trek is a very challenging in terms of temperature since it is very harsh and extremely cold. The temperature in high passes can be as low as -12⁰C with a wind speed of around 6 mph. The average temperature in the spring season is around 15⁰C during the daytime and 1 in the night. During the autumn season, it can be a little cold with the temperature of -5⁰C to -10⁰C. This trek is a very difficult trek but good weather can help you in many ways. The best time to trek 3 passes is in spring and autumn. The bearable temperature, the clear skies, and atmosphere, stunning views of Rhododendrons and mountains, the best condition of the trails, all features make these seasons best for trekking
Food and accommodation
There are enough teahouses throughout the way to Gokyo Ri. At least they are very near to the Gokyo Ri, and you do not have to camp. The teahouses are basically run by local Sherpa people. They have basic facilities like a warm room, blankets, and pillows. But they have to be shared with other trekkers as well. Also, the washroom and toilets have to be shared. Sometimes, you can get a single room with attached bathrooms. They also provide home-cooked meals like Dal, Bhat, vegetables, noodles, pasta, soup, and western food. Tea, coffee, soft drinks, hot chocolates, etc are also available on the teahouses. No camping is necessary unless you want to experience the camping trek. Staying in teahouses or lodges may cost up to 5- 10$ (500 -1000 NRS) per night. Teahouses have proper facilities of bathroom, hot shower, and internet access.
Transportation
The gateway for the Gokyo Ri trek is Lukla and the easiest and the fastest way to reach Lukla is to take a flight from Kathmandu which only takes 35 minutes. You can also travel by bus but it is certainly a tiring route. There is no direct connection between Kathmandu and Lukla and you need to travel via Jiri. The flight to Lukla only operates in good weather so it is better to check the weather before you plan to go. If the flights to Lukla get canceled, you can also take a helicopter ride from Kathmandu to Lukla and it only cost around 150$ to reach but might cost you a little expensive to return back from Lukla.
Electronics and communication
As we all know, the Everest region is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Nepal. Considering this fact, there are several teahouses which provide all kinds of facilities including electricity, telephones or other communication service and the internet. There is no problem with charging your electronics or talking to your friends and families. You can also be updated on your social media. Satellite phones are also available in higher altitudes.
Guides and porters
Being one of the most challenging treks, this trek is not recommended for solo travelers or without a guide. Guides have enough knowledge about the directions, accommodations, food, and many more things. A professional guide who can handle the situation is very much important in this trek. They usually charge 40$ per day. Since the trek is long and difficult, it is quite impossible to carry all the stuff by yourself. Porters are more than important in this trek. They usually charge 25-30$ per day.
Permits and fees
1) Sagarmatha National Park Entry Permit · NON-SAARC countries- 3000 (excluding VAT) · SAARC countries- 1500 (excluding VAT) 2) Pasang Lhamu VDC permit – 2000 NRS 3) Trekkers Information Management System card (TIMS)- 1000NRS 4)- Gaurishankar Conservation Area (optional, if you trek via Jiri) SAARC countries- 3000 NRS (30$), Excluding VAT NON-SAARC countries- 1500 NRS (15$), excluding VAT
Guides and porters
the trails of the Gokyo Ri is well marked with signboards. It is possible to trek without a guide. However, if you decide to hire a guide they usually charge around 25-30$ per day. Porters might be very helpful in this trek. They usually charge 15-20$.

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