Trip Highlights

• Scenic flight to and from Lukla over the snow-clad Himalayan land.
• Breathtaking vistas of the four out of the eight world’s highest peaks; Mt. Everest (8,848m), Mt. Lhotse (8,516m), Mt. Makalu (8,463m), and Mt. Cho Oyu (8,201m).
• Stunning views of surrounding peaks such as Mt. Nuptse (7,855m), Mt. Pumori (7,145m), Mt. Ama Dablam (6,856m), Mt. Thamserku (6,723m).
• Unique Sherpa Culture and tradition, warm hospitality of Sherpas.
• Climb up to Everest Base Camp (5,364m), Kala Patthar (5,545m), and Gokyo Ri (5,357m) via Cho La Pass (5,420m).
• A visit to cultural and historical sites in Kathmandu; Pashupatinath, Boudhanath.
• Peaceful Himalayan environment surrounded by mountainous views.
• Trails covered with rhododendron, pine and juniper forests, strings of prayer flags.

Trip Overview

Everest Gokyo Lake Trek is the most prodigious trekking option that cannot be matched by any other trekking routes against the brute beauty of pristine lakes and marvelous views of palatial mountains. Soaring image of the most celebrated mountains in the world, the club of greats above 8 thousand meters over the largest glacier Ngojumpa is the view to persevere in immortal memory. The club of mountains over 8000 meters around Gokyo consists of the Cho Yu, Lhotse, Makalu, and the greatest Everest.

Everest Gokyo lake trek is the perfect alternative trekking destination for the adventurers around the world seeking new challenges in the tranquil wombs of the mountains. The hikes through the rough routes avoiding much of the crowd from the regular trekking route, on high altitudes, over the ridges and passes provide the exhilarating charge in the deep bones of a splendid affair with the Himalayas. On top of these exciting ventures, a trek to the top of Gokyokang at 5360m rewards with the rare panoramic view of Mt. Cho Oyu 8154m, Mt. Makalu 8475m, Mt. Lhotse 8512m and the roof of the world standing as tall as 8848m Mt. Everest.

Highlights of the Everest Gokyo Lake Trekking

To undertake the Everest Gokyo lake trek, you will first take the exciting adrenaline-charged flight to Lukla airport from the capital city. The actual trekking starts as you hike all the way alongside the Dudh Koshi River towards Phakding. Enjoy the smell of the fresh mountain air as you walk past high waterfalls, picturesque landscapes, and beautiful villages. You will get close insights about the lifestyle, culture, and harmony among the interesting communities residing and coexisting with nature in such a harsh environment. Namche Bazaar will welcome you with open arms before you continue heading towards Phortse village and then to Machhermo.and finally to Ngojumba glacier, Gokyo valley, and other milestone places before retracing back the same trail to take a flight back to Kathmandu.