Everest Gokyo Trek With Basecamp Adventure

Once in a lifetime experience : Everest Gokyo Trek  Everest Gokyo Trek would definitely be a life time experience for a trekker. This is one of the most challenging yet the most thrilling trek experience in the Everest region of Nepal.

The Most thrilling trekking experience of Nepal

About the Trip  Everest Gokyo Trek would definitely be a life time experience for a trekker. This is one of the most challenging yet the most thrilling trek experience in the Everest region of Nepal. Yearly thousands of adventure aspirant come here to explore the natural land and breath-taking Gokyo valley. From Gokyo valley one can view the scenic view of fascinating mountains from north to south of Everest region including the mighty Everest as well.  Trekking to Gokyo valley deluges you with the great opportunity to witness the Ngozumpa glacier which is the biggest in Nepal’s Himalaya. The most fascinating benefit of Everest Gokyo Trek is extreme view of huge ice ridge located between Cho You and Gyachung in Khumbu region. It is known for the existence of high altitude lakes as well. These mountains, ridges and glaciers are supernatural – as are your experiences with the Sherpa individuals, the well-known mountain inhabitants of this Himalayan wonderland. The glow and cordiality stretched out by the neighbourhood tenants of this district, the Sherpas, will add a further dimension to your experience of trekking in Nepal.

Dream of a Trekker

The Gokyo valley trek is considered as a typical trek that is suitable for everyone. However, the local people of Gokyo Valley call it “The Valley of Death” and rightly so – a couple of trekkers have endeavoured to climb Gokyo Ri speedy, ignored the precepts of AMS and paid the expense with their lives. Our schedule gives two evenings in Namche Bazaar for acclimatization, with the goal that you won’t be endeavouring to do this trek brisk! This minimizes your shots of getting AMS and helps you make it securely to the highest point of Gokyo.

Trekking to Gokyo valley deluges you with the great opportunity to witness the Ngozumpa glacier which is the biggest in Nepal’s Himalaya.

Trip Itinerary  Day 01 : Arrive at Tribhuwan International Airport (TIA), Kathmandu and transfer to hotel.

Day 02 : Full Day sight seeing tour around Kathmandu or trek preparation day.

Day 03 : Fly from Kathmanduto Lukla (2886m.) It takes about 30 minutes. Trek from Lukla to Phakding (2640 m.) which takes approximately three hours. You transfer to the domestic airport for your flight to Lukla. Lukla is a small town with an airport. There are few tea shops, lodges, hotels and general stores.

Day 04 : Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3440 m.) which takes about five hours This day you trek and cross the river on high suspension bridges. Beyond Monjo (2800m.) is the entrance to the Sagarmatha National Park which was set-up in order to protect and preserve this fragile mountain environment. You then ascend quite steeply to Namche and along the way, if the weather is clear, catch a first glimpse of Mt Everest in the distance.

Day 05 : Rest at Namche Bazar for acclimatization and excursion around the places  Namche is tucked away between two ridges amidst the giant peaks of the Khumbu and has an abundance of lodges, tea shops and souvenir shops as well as a magnificent outlook. It is an ideal place to spend a rest day for acclimatization at the high altitude before heading off towards Tyangboche. For the acclimatization you walk up to Khunde Hospital which was set-up by Sir Edmund Hillary, or an hour walk up to the Tyangboche (3800m.) where Everest View Hotel is situated above Namche for the outstanding view of Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, Thamserku and Kusum Kangaru. There are also good views from the National Park Centre and Museum just above the town.

Day 06 : Trek from Namche Bazaar to Dole (4040m) via Khumjung and it takes about six hours  From Namche the route heads up all the way to Kumjung, a picturesque village which also has its own gompa at the top end of town. Here you can have excellent views of Thamserku, Kantega and Ama Dablam. Soon after leaving Khumjung the trail climbs to a large chorten on top of a ridge. This ridge descends from Khumbila, a 5734m peak, said to be the abode of the patron God of the Khumbu region. The trail descends slightly towards the Sanasa and then trail ascends up to Mongla (4000m.). From here, you can see panoramic views of various mountains. You trek steeply descend passing through Phortse Tenga and from there, the trail climbs steeply to Dole, through rhododendron and birch forest festooned with hanging mosses and lichens. You can enjoy delicious meal at Phortse Tenga (3650m.).

Day 07 : Trek from Dole to Machhermo (4150m) and it takes about five hours  From Dole you climb steadily along the side of the valley, where the small and thorny bushes give way to scrub juniper as the altitude increases. The trail passes many summer settlements, which are used when yaks are taken to these pastures to graze in the summer months. Ahead of you are excellent views of Cho Oyu, while back down the valley are the peaks of Kantega and Thamserku. This is a short day and you will arrive at Machhermo in time for lunch.

Day 08 : Trek from Machhermo to Gokyo (4750m) which takes about four and half hours  Today you head for the lakes at Gokyo. You follow a very scenic path to Pangka and then descend slightly, following one of the melt-water rivers which flow down the west side of the Ngozumpa Glacier. You climb a steep rocky inclined into the valley by the side of the glacier, passing the first of the holy lakes. You soon arrive at the second of the lakes, crossing the path which heads across the glacier to Cho La (5420m.), your route to Lobuche and Everest and later in the trek. The third lake is known as Dudh Pokhari and on its eastern shore is the settlement of Gokyo. Walking by the side of the lake, the scenery is magnificent with the summits of Cho Oyu and Gyachung Kang reflected in its emerald green waters.

Day 09 : Rest day at Gokyo and excursion in and around Gokyo valley  Gokyo is a trade centre where the Sherpa people run lodges to provide the best services to the trekkers. Gokyo is situated by the side of Ngozumpa glacier, the biggest glacier of Nepal. This day you can make a side trip to Fifth Lake via Forth Lake.

Day 10 : Trek/climb from Gokyo to Gokyo Ri (5483m) and trek to Machhermo (4150m). It takes four and half hours  Gokyo Ri looms above the village on the northern edge of the lake and you leave camp just after first light, following a steep path up the hillside. As you climb, the summits of Everest, Lhotse and Makalu slowly come into sight and the view from the summit of Gokyo Ri itself, is one of the finest to be had in the Everest region – some say it is even better than that from Kala Patthar. After lunch it is a short walk to the village of Machhermo.

Day 11 : Trek from Machhermo (4150m.) to Namche Bazaar (3440m.) which takes about five hours  The trail gently descends to Dole and then starts descending steeply to Photse Tenga (3650m.) passing through rhododendron forests. Then the path immediately ascends steeply to Mongla Danda (4000m.) and gently descends up to Kyanjoma (3500m.) following small ups and down to the destination.

Day 12 : Trek from Namche Bazaar to Lukla (2886 m.) and it takes about six hours  The last day of your trek leads from Namche Bazaar via Monjo to Lukla. The trek is pleasant, except for few short uphill climbs and then down to the Bhote- Koshi River crossing it three times. The last uphill climb of 45 minutes will bring you to Lukla for your overnight stay.

Day 13 : Fly from Lukla to Kathmanduwhich takes 40 minutes. You take an early morning flight back to Kathmandu.

Day 14 : Transfer to Airport for your onward destination.

Cost Includes  Airport / Hotel / Airport pick up & drop by private car / van / bus.  Standard accommodation in Kathmandu.  Guided city tour in Kathmandu by car / van / bus.  All your standard Meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) during the trek.  Best available Lodges, Guesthouses accommodation during the trek (mainly in twin sharing).  A local government licensed English speaking Guide during the trek.  The required number of staff and Porters to carry your luggage during the trek.  Food, accommodation, salary, insurance, equipment, medicine and transportation for all trekking/tour staff.  National Park permits.  TIMS Permit (Trekker’s Information Managment System)  Down Jacket, sleeping bag and duffel/kit bag by Base Camp Adventure (which needs to be returned after the trek.)  First aid medical kits.  All necessary land transport  Domestic airfare and airport tax.

Cost Excludes  Lunch and dinner whilst in Kathmandu.  Your travel insurance (compulsory).  International airfare and airport departure tax.  Alcoholic, hot and cold drinks, laundry.  Personal trekking Equipments.  Tips for trekking staff.  Any others expenses which are not mentioned on Price Includes section.

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