Trekking in Nepal : Gokyo Peak and Lakes Trek
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| 18 days - Moderate | Max Altitude: 5360m / 17,690ft |
| Trek Name: Gokyo Peak and Lakes Trek Trek Code: EVGOK |
Max Group Size: 15 |
| Kathmandu - Lukla - 13 day Everest Lodge Trek to Gokyo Lakes | Cost: $US 1,572 |
| Is this trek for you? | |
| Designed to suit those wishing to see a more remote and rugged part of the Everest region. Countless superb views of Himalayan giants, huge glaciers, beautiful lakes and a strenuous climb up Gokyo Peak rounds the trek off nicely. Expect 3-6 hours walking per day requiring a reasonable level of fitness. |
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We follow the Dudh Kosi (Milk River) valley, through villages inhabited by the warm-hearted Sherpa people, to Namche Bazaar with its colorful and vibrant market place. We then cross the Mong La (la means mountain pass) into the Gokyo Valley.
For the next few days, our trekking days are short, to ensure safe acclimatization as we ascend towards our lodge at Gokyo. Gokyo Ri (ri means ridge or peak) stands 5360m high and the views from the top are magnificent, showing all the 8000m peaks in the area including Everest, Lhotse, and Cho Oyu(8201m) on the Tibetan border.
The lakes at Gokyo are usually a vibrant turquoise color, but if you visit in winter (Dec/Jan) they are likely to be deeply frozen and it is a unique experience to skate on the ice!From Gokyo, we trek back to Lukla varying our path to visit Thyangboche, a beautiful and tranquil Buddhist monastery set high on an open ridge with the Everest massif towering above.
Back in Lukla we celebrate our adventure Sherpa-style with our trekking crew, before flying back to Kathmandu for more opportunities to shop, sightsee and relax.
| Itinerary: | |
Day 01: Arrive in Kathmandu (1360m) transfer to hotel Day 02: Kathmandu, half day sightseeing tour Day 03: Phakding (2600m) Day 04: Namche (3446m) Day 05: Namche, rest & acclimatization Day 06: Mong La (3892m) Day 07: Dole (4084m) Day 08: Machhermo (4465m) Day 09: Gokyo (4750m) Day 10: Gokyo, rest & exploration Day 11: Gokyo rest & exploration Day 12: Dole (4084m) Day 13: Thyangboche (3875m) Day 14: Monzo (2835m) Day 15: Lukla (2827m) Day 16: Fly back to Kathmandu Day 17: Kathmandu, shopping in Kathmandu Day 18: Departure (Trek ends after breakfast) |
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| Trips Start Dates: | |
| 2010: Feb. 1, 15 ● Mar. 1, 15 ● Apr. 5, 19, 26 ● May. 3 ● Sep. 20 ● Oct. 4, 18 ● Nov. 1 ● Dec. 6 2011: Feb. 7, 14 ● Mar. 7, 14 ● Apr. 4, 18, 25 ● May. 2 ● Sep. 19 ● Oct. 3, 17 ● Nov. 7 ● Dec. 5 |
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| Price from Kathmandu (US dollars): | |
| Trip Price - $US 1330 Domestic Flight - $US 242 | |
| Included in your trip: | |
| ● Airport transfers ● Half day sightseeing tour in Kathmandu ● Domestic flight to/from Lukla & domestic departure taxes ● All other transport ● Services of experienced leaders, trekking guides & porters ● All accommodation (twin share, 4 nights hotels, 13 nights trekking lodges) ● All meals on trek (17 breakfasts, 13 lunches, 13 dinners) ● Trek pack (sleeping bag, sleeping sheet, kit bag, down jacket) ● Sagarmatha National Park Permit ● Specialized Medical Kit including medical oxygen and Portable Altitude Chamber ● Insurance for all Local Staffs |
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| Not included: | |
● Visa
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