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Gokyo Lake Trek

The Gokyo Lakes Trek offers an exhilarating high-altitude adventure in the Everest region. This compact trek showcases striking lake and glacier views, Sherpa culture, and breathtaking vistas from Gokyo Ri—all within a shorter time frame perfect for experienced trekkers. Highlights include scenic flights, Ngozumpa Glacier, Cho Oyu peak, and immersive Sherpa encounters. The trek requires high-altitude experience and fitness, reaching 5,357m at Gokyo Ri. Best seasons are autumn and spring for optimal weather and visibility.

Trip Duration

10 Days

Max. Altitude

5385m

Difficulty

Moderate

Itinerary for the Trek

Day 1

Arrival in Kathmandu

  • Drive to hotel from airport
  • Maximum Altitude of 1400m

Day 2

Fly to Lukla & Trek to Phakding

  • Fly 35 minutes and hike for 3 hours
  • Maximum Altitude of 2610m

Day 3

Trek to Namche Bazaar

  • 6 to 7 hours trek
  • Maximum Altitude of 3440m

Day 4

Trek from Namche Bazaar to Dole

  • 6 to 7 hours trek
  • Maximum Altitude of 4040m

Day 5

Trek from Dole to Machhermo

  • 4 hours trek
  • Maximum Altitude of 4200m

Day 6

Trek from Machhermo to Gokyo Lakes Village

  • 5 hours trek
  • Maximum Altitude of 4790m

Day 7

Hike up to Gokyo Ri and trek to Namche Bazaar

  • 7 to 8 hours trek
  • Maximum Altitude of 3440m

Day 8

Trek back to Lukla from Namche

  • 7 to 8 hours trek
  • Maximum Altitude of 2890m

Day 9

Fly to Kathmandu & transfer to hotel

  • Drive to hotel
  • Maximum Altitude of 1400m

Day 10

Final departure from Kathmandu

  • Drive to airport
  • Or, continue your private itinerary

Highlights of the Trip

  • Birds-eye view of the beautiful landscape and mountainous terrain during domestic flights
  • Himalayan vistas of Mt. Everest, Mt. Cho oyu, Mt. Cholatse, and more
  • View of the mesmerizing Gokyo lakes
  • The amazing view of Gokyo village with Mt. Choyu
  • Breathtaking Ngozumpa glacier
  • Beautiful sunrise from Gokyo Ri