Gokyo Lakes and Gokyo Ri Trek

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Gokyo Lakes and Gokyo Ri Trek is a beautiful journey to the enticing Gokyo lakes and Gokyo Ri which is one of the most amazing viewpoints for great views of Everest and other Himalayas. The 14-day trip begins in Kathmandu where we visit several heritage sites. The Gokyo Lakes and Gokyo Ri Trek is an alternative to classical treks in the Everest region. Instea...
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Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

    • Walk past the emerald lakes resting in tranquility
    • Catch sights of the magnificent views of Everest from Gokyo Ri
    • Marvel at the massive Ngozumpa Glacier and the Gokyo Valley
    • Embark on a thrilling flight to one of the world’s most intimidating airport in Lukla
    • Immerse in the marvelous views of the Himalayas including Everest from Gokyo Ri

What's this trip about?

    Gokyo Lakes and Gokyo Ri Trek is a beautiful journey to the enticing Gokyo lakes and Gokyo Ri which is one of the most amazing viewpoints for great views of Everest and other Himalayas. The 14-day trip begins in Kathmandu where we visit several heritage sites. The Gokyo Lakes and Gokyo Ri Trek is an alternative to classical treks in the Everest region. Instead, it takes us to the turquoise Gokyo Lakes and Gokyo Ri which provides exceptional views of Everest and the Himalayas. We also get to marvel at the massive Ngozumpa Glacier and the Gokyo valley from Gokyo Ri. Gokyo Lakes and Gokyo Ri trek is for those who like to walk in the Everest region without the physical stress of reaching the base camp of Everest or crossing high passes in the vicinity. It is instead for travelers who wish to try something new in the Everest region.

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIntimate group - 12 max
Age rangeUp to 65 years
Flights and transportN/A
Start CityKathmandu, Nepal
End CityKathmandu, Nepal

Travel Themes

  • Hiking & Walking
  • Trekking & Expeditions

Destinations

  • Asia
  • Nepal

Attractions

  • Gokyo Lakes
  • Kathmandu

Activities

  • Culture
  • Hiking
  • Nature
  • Trekking

Trip includes

    • Accommodation in Standard Hotels on Twin Sharing Basis
    • Equipment
    • Domestic Flights
    • Local Guide & Support Staffs
    • All Private Ground Transportation Including Airport Transfers
    • Meals in the Mountain
    • Small-Group Adventure
    • Guaranteed Departures
    • Lifetime Deposit
    • No Booking Fee

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive in Kathmandu

Meals: Dinner

Accommodation: Hotel (Yatri Suites and Spa)

Maximum Altitude: 1,350m/4,429ft

A Himalayan Glacier representative will pick us up after we land at the Tribhuwan International Airport. Afterwards, we will be dropped off at our hotel whe...

Day 2: Kathmandu: Sightseeing and trek preparation

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Hotel (Yatri Suites and Spa)

Maximum Altitude: 1,350m/4,429ft

e tour four UNESCO World Heritage Sites today. These include Durbar Square, the sacred Hindu temple of Pashupati Nath, the famous ‘Monkey Temple’ (Swayam...

Day 3: Fly to Lukla trek to Phakding

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation: Hotel/Tea House (Hotel/Teahouse)

Maximum Altitude: 2,800m/9,187ft

We leave for Lukla on an early morning flight. It will be an adventurous ride as the Tenzing/Hillary airport is a steep airstrip th...

Day 4: Phakding to Namche Bazaar

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation: Hotel/Tea House (Hotel/Teahouse)

Maximum Altitude: 3,438m/11,280ft

Our trail moves forward alongside the Dudh Koshi River. During the trek we cross several suspension bridges and pass several villa...

Day 5: Namche Bazaar: acclimatization

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation: Hotel/Tea House (Hotel/Teahouse)

Maximum Altitude: 3,438m/11,280ft

Acclimatization is important for us to adjust to the gradual change in environment. It will also help us to prevent catching Acute...

Day 6: Namche Bazaar to Phorse

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation: Hotel/Tea House (Hotel/Teahouse)

Maximum Altitude: 3,810m/12,501ft

We leave Namche Bazaar on a trail with gradual ups and downs. On the way we are likely to spot Himalayan pheasants, musk deer and ...

Day 7: Phorse Village to Machhermo

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation: Hotel/Tea House (Hotel/Teahouse)

Maximum Altitude: 4,470m/14,666ft

After crossing a bridge over the Dudh Koshi River, we are likely to come face to face with local wildlife like pheasants, mountain...

Day 8: Machharmo to Gokyo

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation: Hotel/Tea House (Hotel/Teahouse)

Maximum Altitude: 4,800m/15,749ft

We ascend on a hill and enjoy views of the Dudh Koshi valley and Kangtega, Thamserku and Cho-Oyu mountains. Beyond the ridge the v...

Day 9: Gokyo Valley: Climb Gokyo Ri and hike to fifth lakes

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation: Hotel/Tea House (Hotel/Teahouse)

Maximum Altitude: 5,357m/17,576ft

We spend another day in Gokyo to acclimatize to the high altitude. If the weather is good, we climb Gokyo Ri today. From the top o...

Day 10: Gokyo to Dole

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation: Hotel/Tea House (Hotel/Teahouse)

Maximum Altitude: 4,038m/13,249ft

We descend on a trail along the Dudh Koshi River and pass  the first Gokyo lakes. On the way we also enjoy views of the Cholatse a...

Day 11: Dole to Namche Bazaar

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation: Hotel/Tea House (Hotel/Teahouse)

Maximum Altitude: 3,438m/11,280ft

We descend on a steep trail to Phortse Thanga admiring rhododendrons, wildflowers and waterfalls. We also come across mountain goa...

Day 12: Namche Bazaar to Lukla

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation: Hotel/Tea House (Hotel/Teahouse)

Maximum Altitude: 2,800m/9,187ft

We descend on a rocky trail and cross several suspension bridges before walking on a leveled trail. The air is warmer as we walk on...

Day 13: Fly to Kathmandu

Meals: Breakfast and Dinner

Accommodation: Hotel (Yatri Suites and Spa)

Maximum Altitude: 1,350m/4,429ft

We fly back to Kathmandu on the earliest possible flight. After reaching Kathmandu we have the rest of the day off to rest. In the evening, th...

Day 14: Final departure

Meals: Breakfast

A Himalayan Glacier representative will pick us up from our hotel and drop us off at the Tribhuwan International Airport three hours before our scheduled flight.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $2,999
Price per day$214
Last Updated: 12/17/2021

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

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Himalayan Glacier Adventure Reviews & Ratings

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Dr.Ansari

Mar 2019

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Recommendation

I had lovely time in Renjo la pass 17 March to 27 March with Himalayan Glacier company with guide Babu and yuba as a porter . I had nice time and recommend them any ...

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Denise

May 2018

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Gokyo Lakes and Gokyo Ri Trek

Gorgeous trek in the Everest Region, fun to visit the busy and dynamic Namche Bazaar on the second day and then to head off to a less trodden path up to Gokyo Lakes....

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Larry

May 2018

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Custom and private Gokyo trek

Absoutly fantastic. HG worked with my brother and I to put together a trek which would take us to the less trodden areas, yet still take in the best of the EBC trek ...

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Argye

Nov 2017

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A fabulous trip to Gokyo Ri

My daughter and I had a wonderful time on this hike! Kewal, our guide was terrific. He was knowledgeable, kind, and always helpful. Birka, our porter, was also excel...

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Grant and April Hurley

Nov 2017

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Gokyo lakes and Nepal beauty shines!

This was my second trek with HGT and my husband's first and it was fantastic! The team of Narayan, Gadul and Laxman created Himalayan magic! We were welcomed to Nepa...

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Mountaineer

May 2023

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Benefit of the doubt

Feels a bit double writing this review. On the one hand, it was a nice trip with good lodges and good food, on the other hand, the guide was not good (way too presen...

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Simon

May 2023

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Benefit of the doubt

Feels a bit double writing this review. On the one hand, it was a nice trip with good lodges and good food, on the other hand, the guide was not good (way too presen...

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Dara

Nov 2021

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Wonderful trip to Bhutan

I would like to take a moment to let you know the wonderful job Yeshi Wangdi did as my tour guide for Bhutan. He was very kind, flexible and willing to continually a...

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Tour Operator

Himalayan Glacier Adventure

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We offer tailor-made experiences in the adventure travel and tours space throughout Nepal, Bhutan, Tibet, India, Tanzania and more.

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Himalayan Glacier has been recognized as one of the best travel companies in the Himalayas based on the quality of our adventure products and exceptional service catered to make your experience truly amazing and unforgettable.

We aspire to offer tailor-made ultimate adventure thrills, excellent choice of holidays, friendliest customer assistance and responsible tourism. With over 26 years of experience we strive to be better every day not just for our beloved customers but also for the environment we operate in. So, let’s work together and help change the planet one trip at a time.

Why Himalayan Glacier?

  •  Tailor-Made Trips for groups or solo traveler
  •  98% Summit and Everest Base Camp Success
  •  Government Certified Guides
  •  The Highest Standard of Safety Operations
  •  Unbiased Treatment of Porters
  •  Sustainable Travel Style
  •  Best Price Guarantee
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  •  Leaders in Selfless Travel

The best reason to travel with us, you ask?

Simply because we’re not just any travel company, we are the Experience creators, ready to create your dream adventure. Let’s get started!!

History

Himalayan Glacier had a very humble beginning in its inception in 1992, when our founder and CEO Mr. Sagar Pandey, decided to drop out of college and start a travel and tour operating business based out of Kathmandu, Nepal. A bold decision at the time that would later create a legacy of excellence in the adventure travel niche.

With over 26 years of creating experience for thousands of travelers across the globe, we have been expanding into newer territories and locations to be able to provide more options and convenience for our clients.

Despite this we will continue to focus on our core values that got us here and strive to provide quality service to everyone.

Values

Our core values are every important to us as we abide by them on a daily basis in our code of conduct

  • Responsibility to our stakeholders
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  •  Passion for what we do
  •  Fun is important in what we do
  •  Continuous positive growth in all aspects

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • International flights

Accommodation

,We will be accommodated in  Yatri Suites & Spa or Similar in Kathmandu. For the trek we will be using lodges or teahouses for accommodations. All accommodations are on twin-shared basis. Single supplement will be served on request and will cost an additional USD 425.
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Meals Included
  • 13 Breakfasts, 10 Lunches & 12 Dinners
Age Requirements
Up to 65 years
Additional Information
Trip ID
himala-GokLakHim

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