Gokyo Valley Trek - 11 Days

Elevation: 2,652 m

We’ll board a flight to Lukla (2810m). You will be able to enjoy the beauty of splendid hills, rivers, and mountains during the 35-minute flight. On reaching Lukla airport, you’ll be introduced to your porter, and served a wholesome breakfast. After that, we will head north to Phakding (2620m). It is an easy 3-hour hike through the Dudh Koshi valley. We will head north from the airstrip to Chheplung (2700m) and cross the crystal clear Thadokoshi on a locally built suspension bridge. Past the bridge, you can witness KusamKanggru (6367m), which is one of the toughest mountains to conquer. Away from the ThadoKoshi, the trail continues towards the Ghat (2590m) and we will cross a ridge marked with painted Mani stones. We will reach the beautiful tribal village of Phakding where you will stay overnight.

Elevation: 3,450m

We will head to Namche Bazaar, celebrated village of Khumbu region. On our way, we will cross the winding Dudhkoshi River 5 times on thrilling suspension bridges, covered with colorful Buddhist prayer flags. Then, We will keep climbing to Jorsale. From there, it’s a two and a half hour ascent to Namche, with two major viewpoints on your way. If you’re lucky, on a clear day, you can relish the hypnotic view of Everest. At Jorsale, you will enter Sagarmatha National Park (UNESCO World Heritage Site) where you’ll be required to verify your permits. After 5-6 hours of tough hiking, we’ll reach Namche Bazaar, the economic hub of the region, also, gateway to Everest.

Elevation: 3,446m

Adaptation to harsh geography and high altitude is vital before continuing the ascent, to avoid altitude sickness or other unwelcome illness. You’ll be taken for a one day hike through the beautiful villages of Khunde and Khumjung. After getting back at Everest view hotel, you can go to look at the giant skull of a mystical creature “Yeti”, in a monastery in the region. On a fairly clear day, you will enjoy a breathtaking view of peaks such as Everest, Lhotse or AmaDablam. The view of mountains from the Everest View Hotel is also commendable. After a nourishing breakfast, we will endeavor an hourlong climb to the Syangboche airstrip (3790m), from where we will steadily ascend towards Khundu. On our way up, you will see century’s old Chorten (stone Buddhist monuments). From there, we will move eastwards to Khumjung, the largest settlement in the whole Khumbu region, at the lap of the holy peak of Khumbila. After savoring lunch at Khumjung, we will trail a slow climb to Everest View Hotel. The descend to Namche is approximately 4/5 hours walk.

Elevation: 3,680m

A little climb to the ridge top out of Namche will grant us a glorious view of Everest and Lhotse. From there, we will continue the mainstream trail. All through the trail, you will witness vendors selling Tibetan handiworks. After we arrive at the crossroad, which lies considerably high all above the Dudh Koshi, the trail is divided. The upward trail, which we will follow stretches to Mon La Pass. The downhill trail leads to Everest base camp. We will follow the pass to reach Phortse Thenga and trail steeply to rhododendron jungles. We will explore around Phortse Thenga, and stay overnight.

Elevation: 4,480m

We will begin our daily hike with a steady climb along the valley. The juniper forests dominate the woods. As we go up, you will see beautiful summer settlements and grazing land throughout. Superb views of Cho Oyu, its neighboring peaks Kantega and Thamserku will feast your eyes. By noon, we will arrive at Machermo (4,410m). We will spend the rest of the day exploring Machermo (4,410m) and spend the night there.

Elevation: 4,750m

After breakfast, we will continue the trail over the ridge for more exotic views. Majestic Cho Oyu will stand tall, right in front of you. Below is the gorgeous view of Khanga gorge, innate. Beyond the edge, the valley extends as the trail goes side by side to Pangram at 4,390m. We will go down towards the riverside, before climbing up to the fetal glacial deposit of the Ngozumpa glacier. After a slightly higher ascent, we will arrive at Gokyo, for a night stay. After lunch, we will visit and relish the sight of magnetic Forth and Fifth Lake for a close view of Mt.Everest and other mountains. Overnight there.

After breakfast, we will explore the remaining places of Gokyo and we will conquer 5463m high Gokyo-Ri from where you will admire the outstanding Everest, Cho Oyu, Lhotse, Makalu among others. We will hike to Fifth Lake from where the view of peaks is even better.
After that, we will walk back to Gokyo village where we will spend the night.

Elevation: 4,200m

Early in the morning, after breakfast, We will then descend to Dole to spend the night.

Elevation: 3,450m

We will continue our trek down the Sherpa villages of Khumjung, leaving the mountains in the backdrop. We will walk down to the village of Namche Bazaar, the epitome of Sherpa culture, where we will spend the night.

Elevation: 2,800m/9,184ft

Walking Distance: 16km (6-7 hours)

After breakfast, we trek toward the Hillary Suspension Bridge and afterward go through a few neighboring towns. Our landing in Lukla gets a night our last Tea House and, generally, a gathering with your trekking team: you made it.

Elevation: 1,350m/4428ft

Flight time: 35 min

Early in the day, you’ll jump a concise flight from Lukla to Kathmandu, where your adventure both started and closures. You’ll exchange to your lodging after arriving for some truly necessary solo rest and reflection after your trek vanquishing the Himalayas. We’ll rejoin at night for a goodbye supper at extraordinary compared to other Nepalese eateries around the local area.