The trek to Gokyo offers an alternative to traditional treks headed towards the Everest Base Camp. This package has been specially designed for travelers who are eager to experience the magnificence of the Everest range, without wanting too much mental and physical stress. The view from Gokyo is exceptionally beautiful and offers more of the legendary mountain than from the views from Kala Pattar though from a slightly greater distance.

The trek begins with a short flight to Lukla (2,800m/9,186ft), from where you will proceed to Phakding on the day of arrival for an overnight stay. The next and more scenic day will be spent trekking up to Namche Bazaar (3,440m/11,286ft), a ...read more »»

Gokyo Lake Explore

Day to Day Itinerary for Gokyo Lake Explore Trek

Day 01 Katmandu
Upon your arrival in Katmandu, Himalayan Glacier will officially greet and meet you at Airport & transfer you to Hotel Shanker or similar category hotel. You will have leisure time, followed by an evening welcome dinner at a typical Nepalese Restaurant. Overnight in Katmandu (1,000m/3,280ft). read more »»

Trip Cost Includes

HGT has a philosophy with trip inclusions: as much as possible is included so HGT customers know the total cost of the adventure trip up front.

All domestic flight, ...read more »»

Trip Cost Does Not Includes

Visa fees/ International airfare to & from home city/ international airport departure taxes
Excess baggage charges
Lunch & evening meals in ...read more »»

Acclimatization

Our Gokyo Lake Explore Trek and its itinerary is planned with a high degree of minimization of awareness of AMS (Acute Mountain Sickness) for those ...read more »»

Leader(s) & Staff Arrangements

Himalayan Glacier only employs and train Nepalese leaders and local staff. By employing and training local people they put something back into their communities. HGT ...read more »»

Experience, Health & Fitness Required for Gokyo Lake Explore Trek

The Gokyo Lake Explore Trek usually planned for those do not want to walk hard enough and therefore this trek itinerary is a mild walking ...read more »»

Pre Trip Meeting

Prior to all our expeditions and treks, we host a Pre-Trip meeting here in Kathmandu on the 2nd day of your itinerary starts in the ...read more »»

Accommodations

Accommodations are included in the trip cost and HG Trekking has chosen accommodation options based on the following criteria; standard of hygiene, standard of service, ...read more »»

Meals

All Meals on full board basis will be provided during the spent on trek. Three meals a day will be provided from the teahouse/lodge ...read more »»

Route Map for Gokyo Lake Explore Trek

Route maps are just representation of the trekking routes. This does not represent the exact geographical conditions.
Click here for Gokyo Lake Explore Trek route map

Departure Dates & Price for Gokyo Lake Explore Trek

Autumn (Sept, Oct, Nov, Dec) & Spring (Feb, March, April & May) are the best seasons for Trekking to Gokyo Lake and Jan is consider as a good trekking month. The weather is sunny and warm, although the nights are cold and temperatures can fall to freezing. Weather can change rapidly and be unpredictable. Please note that when climbing to Gokyo Ri, you will be moving from warmer climates at low levels to conditions of well below freezing. Be prepared for all eventualities! June, July & August are okay and trekking can be done but not so clear visibility because of raining.

Additional Information

If you wish to discuss any aspect of the trek or your suitability for it, please contact us by telephone:
+977 1 44 11 387 Alternatively, you can contact us by email