Trip overview
The Glacial Lakes cluster, which is one of the world’s biggest aquatic reservoirs, is also part of the Gokyo Lake. Furthermore, the view of Nepal’s longest glacier, Ngozumpa Glacier, from Gokyo’s fifth lake is equally enthralling. The Gokyo Lakes are a collection of six bodies of water or lakes located in the Gokyo Valley at elevations ranging from 4700 to 5000 meters. The Sagarmatha National Park includes Gokyo Valley.
The splendor of the lake still boasts spectacular vistas of Everest as well as overnight lodgings in Namche Bazaar, the entrance to the Khumbu Region, so Gokyo is optional for beginning visitors and targets their next destination to Everest base camp.
Enjoy the hospitality of friendly local Sherpas in their communities and learn about Buddhist culture as you trek the Gokyo trail. Take advantage of your opportunity to see authentic Buddhist culture, and highland Tibetan monasteries, and stroll along the beautiful trails of World Natural Heritage Site Sagarmatha National Park
. Highlights:
- Awe-inspiring views of the Himalayas and Mt. Everest (8,848.86m).
- Take in the Lukla flight and the Sherpa settlement of Namche Bazaar.
- Locals with diverse cultures and customs extend a warm welcome.
- A local’s account of the mountain man Yeti and the Himalayas; • A view of five sacred lakes and the world’s biggest glacier, Nazumpa.
Included
- Pick up you at the airport by our personal vehicles
- Welcome and Farewell dinner with a cultural program
- 4 nights' tourist standard hotel accommodation in Kathmandu on a B/B basis.
- Half-day guided city tour with admission permit
- Local bus transportation from Kathmandu to Bhandar; flight ticket from Lukla to Kathmandu plus airport tax.
- Standard Lodge Accommodation (best available) with a twin-sharing basis during the trek.
- Manage three meals a day including Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
- Fees for a trekking permit and a Trekker's Information Management System (TIMS) card.
- Professional and highly experienced trekking guide with a government license.
- Porters to carry luggage.
- All expenses of the staff (Guides/Porters) include food, accommodation, salary, insurance, and equipment during your travel period.
- All the necessary trekking gear for porters, like jackets and trousers, trekking shoes, gloves, shocks, sunglasses, etc.
Not Included
- Any packed food/snacks, aerated drinks, energy drinks, mineral water, alcohol, cigarettes, chocolates, nutria bars.
- All desserts are sweet things like chocolate, cake, pies, and pudding.
- Items of a personal nature, laundry expenses
- Clothing, Packing Items or Bags, Personal Medical Kit, Personal Trekking Gears
- Any additional staff other than specified?
- Medical and travel insurance, as well as emergency transportation, including helicopter evacuation if necessary. Rescue, repatriation, medicine, medical tests, and hospitalization expenses.
- Airfare for international flights.
FAQs
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FAQs Is a Trekking Guide required for this trek?
Hiring a guide is always the best option for hiking and exploring Nepal. Trekking with a government-licensed guide ensures that you enjoy a completely safe trekking experience. Nepal's tour guides have years of expertise in the area. As a result, they can readily make decisions for you and assist you in an emergency. They will not only guarantee that you have a nice journey, but also that you eat sanitary and nutritional cuisine throughout the voyage. They will also assist you in exploring the history, arts, and diversity of people in various areas of Nepal.
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Is travel insurance required for the Gokyo Ri Trek?
You will reach a maximum elevation of 5357m on the Gokyo Ri trip. Trekking at such a high altitude may result in health concerns such as altitude sickness. As a result, having insurance that covers your medical expenses, trip cancellation, accidents, thefts, and emergency helicopter evacuation will allow you to fully enjoy your vacation.
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Is Gokyo Trekking a Technical Adventure?
The Gokyo trip in Nepal is a fairly difficult climb that does not require technical abilities. Trekkers will spend 5-6 hours on average going across the Himalayas' high climbs and rugged downhills. Some of the paths are difficult. Otherwise, anyone with reasonable physical fitness and prior hiking experience may finish the journey. If this is your first trek, we recommend that you undertake adequate aerobic workouts and short treks before signing up.
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Is this trek suitable for beginners?
The secret to a good journey is to start and finish at the same speed. In other words, beginners with no prior trekking experience may accomplish the Gokyo Ri climb provided they follow a basic rule: slow and steady wins the race. Both novice and veteran trekkers may complete the journey if they are committed and avoid alcoholic beverages, drink enough water, and acclimate appropriately. However, we advise our trekkers to start cardio training 5-6 months before the trek to prepare their bodies. They can jog, hike, swim, cycle, and perform other activities.
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What animals may be spotted on this journey?
You will be hiking through the Sagarmatha National Park on your Gokyo Ri trip, which is home to species like as the snow leopard, red panda, monkeys, musk deer, clouded leopard, Himalayan tars, wild yak, and others. As a result, you might see wild yak, Himalayan Tahr, musk deer, and other species grazing in the area throughout your journey. Aside from mammals, the national park is home to several bird species such as Pheasant, Cuckoo, Danphe, Goose, Gull, Warbler, Sunbird, Finch, Martin, and others.
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Can I use the internet throughout my journey?
Some teahouses at higher elevations provide trekkers with WIFI access. However, the service is not free, and you will be charged a fee determined by the proprietors.
