Gokyo Lake and Gokyo Ri 15 Days

Trip Code: STE005-GL
Trip Duration: 15 Days
Destination: Nepal
Group Size: 1 to 15
Season: Spring/Autumn
Max Altitude: 5,357m/17,575ft
Trip Starts/Ends: Kathmandu to Kathmandu
Transportation: Car/Flight/Trekking
Accommodation: Hotel, Tea houses
Trip Grade: Moderate

OVERVIEW

This scenic Gokyo Lake and GokyoRi Trek through the DudhKosi river valley. The highest point of this trek is GokyoRi (5,357m/17,575ft) and during this trek, we cross traditional Sherpa villages of Namche, KhumjungPhortseThanga. The warm hospitality of the Sherpa people is the main habitat of this region. This is witness how important the life respect our valuable guest. The Sherpas people have been living in such high elevations for centuries.

The title-focused attraction of this trek will have stunning views of Gokyo lake and 360-degree mountains including Mt. Everest (8,848m), Lhotse (8,501m), Cho-Yu (8,201m), Amadablam (6,812m). Thamserku (6,608m) and Kantega (6,685m), Nuptse (7,879m), and dozens of snowcapped mountains seem in just a few meters in distance. There are also masses of rhododendron flowers in the pre-monsoon April-May likewise the dark forests, open pastures land with grazing yaks with Himalayan Thar. Frequently appears huge lammergeyers, with 2m to 3m wingspans, circling on the updraughts. “Om ma ni pad me hun” intricately carved on stones which are called Mani stones, Religious prayer Buddhist flags in the Himalayan breeze fluttering most of the places and Buddha’s eyes on every Chorten and stupa focused the visitors Nepal is the not only the country of “Everest” highest peak roof of the world but also the land of Lord Buddha “ who is the messenger of world peace”. You will encounter the rich culture of Sherpa people and high land environmental interests, set in the awe-inspiring landscape in the lap of the highest mountain on Earth.Highlights of the Trekking

Destination: GokyoRi (5,357m)

Group Size: Min-1

Minmum altitude: Phakding (2,640m)

Maximum altitude: GokyoRi (5,357m)

Grade: modorate

Season: March to Mid-June, and Mid-September to December

Accommodation: Lodge (tea house)

Duration: 10 except Kathmandu.

Entry: Lukla

Exit: Lukla

ITINENARY

Itinerary of Gokyo Lake and Gokyo Ri 15 Days

01: Arrival in Kathmandu (1350m/4429ft)

Our Company representative will be standing in front of arrival gate to meets you at Tribhuban International Airport, Kathmandu holding a board of our company SNOWPAL TREK AND EXPEDITION Pvt. Ltd. along with your Name and transfer to your hotel.

Overnight in hotel on BB Basis

02: Kathmandu sightseeing and Final preparation for Trekking

After Breakfast full day sightseeing proceeds to world heritage site to SyambhunathStupaThe Buddhist sanctuary said to be nearly 2000 years old. The hill itself is pleasant place overlooking the entire valley of Kathmandu. The all seeing eyes of Lord Buddha painted in prominent blue atop the dome are visible from long distance from around the Kathmandu city. Then proceed to patan durbar squar also call Lalitpur the city full of fine arts. It covers the dozens of temples like Krishna Mandir, Kumbeswor temple, Golden temle. Next site proceed to Pashupatinath Temple the holiest Hindu Temple situated on the bank of sacred holy river Bagmati. Sightseeing continues to the BoudhanathStupa the biggest Stupa around inhabited by Tibetan Refugee since 1959AD. The day ends at Kathmandu Durbar Squar where can visti the Living GoddesKumari who appear on the balcony of her temple to greet her devotees, Kastamandap temple (Though now it is under reconstruction process after collapsed in earthquake in 25 April 2014), the temple made out of single tree and named Kathmandu as it was known as Kantipur in earlier times. Kathmandu Durbar Squar cover dozen of temple concluding Kumari temple, Hanuman Dhoka, Maizudewal, Taleju temple, Nautale Durbar, KaalBhairav, freak street and many more.

Overnight in heritage hotel on BB basis.

03: Kathmandu- Lukla 2,840m/9,317ft –Phakding (2,640m/8,661ft) 32m flight and 3-4hrs Trek.

Breakfast served in the early morning and drive to Kathmandu airport for your domestic flight to Lukla. It’s takes approximately 28 minutes. There’ll be time to explore the village whilst the Sherpa crew sort and load equipment. From Lukla we descend on a wide trail northwest to the village of Chomlung in the DudhKosi valley. The valley radiates energy through beautiful pine and rhododendron forest. The walking is easy and we follow the river’s course, passing through the village of Ghat. Our destination is the small village of Phakding.

Overnight in Phakding at Lodge

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

04: Phading – Namche Bazaar (3440M/111,286ft) 5-6hrs Trek.

After the breakfast, we start our journey to Namche Bazaar, from Phakding we head up valley on a busy trail. Continue along beside the DudhKosi amongst beautiful alpine scenery, through the fragrant blue pine and fir forest, glimpsing spectacular views of KusumKangru (6369m) and Thanserku (6608m) along the way. Our lunch spot in Monjo, Leaving Monjo, we again cross the DudhKosi, to the western bank at Jorsale prior to trekking through the entrance to the Sagarmatha National Park. Continuing upstream along the banks to the confluence of the BhoteKosi and DudhKosi, it is here we begin our first sustained ascent to Namche Bazaar after crossing the large suspension bridge. Walking at a slow pace, we have a fantastic photographic opportunities as the peaks of Everest (8848m),Lhotse (8511m), Nuptse (7879m), AmaDablam (6856m) and Taweche (6542m) come into view for the first time. Climbing again, the path takes us through pine trees to reach the distinctive horse- shoe shaped bowl containing the village of Namche Bazaar. Stay in the heart of the village, with the afternoon free to bargain in the shops for “Tibeta artifacts, relax over a cup of tea and talk with our experienced Trekking guides and simply marvel at the beautiful scenery.

Overnight in Namche at lodge

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

05: Acclimatize day in Namche Bazaar

Full day to acclimatize Exploring Namche and Sherpa culture. Wake up early in the morning and climb to the ridge above Namche will be rewarded with the stunning sunrise over the panorama of the Khumbu peaks. Namche is famous for its local market or bazaar. Each week, Sherpas from the surrounding villages come to buy food and to socialize. Any food not grown locally, such as rice, corn and some vegetables is brought in from the lowland village, which can be up to a 6-10 day walk from Jiri. Spend the morning exploring this colorful and lovely spectacle. Perhaps walk along the Thame Valley in the afternoon or visit the National Park Headquarters to see the interesting displays of Sherpa lifestyle and culture, mountaineering in the park, flora and fauna.

Overnight in Namche at Lodge

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

06: Namche Bazaar (3440M/111,286ft) – Sanasa (3,594m/11,791ft) to PhortseThanga (3,680m/12,073ft) 5-6 hrs Trek.

After Breakfst we trek out of the village bowl and follow a small trail high above the DudhKosi River, where the views are incredible, behind to the west, the ridge of Nupla and KwangdeHimal (6194m), across the valley to the south, the towering ice- fluted walls of Thamserku (6623m), and Everest looms above ridge, a black triangular rock, “Sagarmatha.” On a small ridge across the valley, the monastery of Thyangboche can be seen, an against the gigantic mountain background. Ascending to the way to Sanasa, where we will have lunch and slightly up to PhortseThangabetter idea those have short time period for acclimatization instead of whole day just hanging in Namche. Gradually ascending to Mong-La where we have tea and biscuit then we descend to PhortseThanga where we stay for the night.

Overnight in PhortseThanga at Lodge

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

07: PhortseThanga (3,680m/12,073ft) to Machermo (4,470m/14,665ft) 5-6 hrs Trek.

This is a pleasant walk through some of the alpine forest to reach to Dole. Today our destination to Machermo easy walking through grassy path. The view of Mt. Cho-Yu 8,201m is splendid along with dozen of White Mountain throughout the path. Gradually walking up to the destination through the river valley passing Lhabarma and Luza we reach Machermo where we stay for the night.

Overnight in Machermo at Lodge

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

08: Machhermo (4,470m/14,665ft) to Gokyo Lake (4,790m/15,715ft) 4-5 hrs Trek.

Due to the increasing in altitude as we are in high land, we walk with deep breath and taking care the health of every member of your team. Even it is just (320m/1,049ft) ascend from Machermo (4,470m/14,665ft) to Gokyo Lake (4,790m/15,715ft), we need to check your health condition. We check your saturation (oxygen in your blood) and body temperature in every couple of hour to know your body acclimatization in such high elevation. As soon you arrive at hotel in Gokyo, you will be served hot tea and Garlic soup before the dinner.

Overnight in Gokyo at Lodge