Details Itinerary about Gokyo Valley Trek 13 Days
Gokyo valley trekking is one of the most adventureous & demanding trek in Nepal. Recently, this trek has gained a lot of popularity as an alternative to Everest Base Camp trek. The magnificient views of himalayas & the form of adventure that this trek offers can be the reason for its demand & popularity. From the Gokyo peak site offers more then 12/13 snow cover mountain with best sunrise and sunset views including Mount Everest as well. Gokyo valley trek is not only popular for majestic views but also a famous route for flora & fauna as well. This trk is the best option for the traveller who wants to try something beside Everest base camp & wants to feel the thrill & adventure of lifetime.
Outline Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu Altitude: 1,300m/4,264 ft]
Day 02: Kathmandu to Lukla Scenic Flight and short trek to Phakding. Altitude: 2,652m/8,700ft. Time Travel: 3 to 4 hrs Walk
Day 03: Phakding to Namche Bazaar Trek
Altitude: 3,440m/11,283ft Time Travel: 5 to 6 hrs Walk
Day 04: Rest day for acclimatization at Namche Bazaar
Day 05: Trek to Dhole. Altitude: 4200m/ 13779ft. Time Travel: 5 to 6 hrs Walk
Day 06: Trek to Machharmo Altitude: 4470 m/ 14665 ft. Time Travel: 4 to 5 hrs Walk
Day 07: Trek to Gokyo Altitude: 4790 m/ 15715 ft. Time Travel: 5 to 6 hrs Walk
Day 08: Rest Day at Gokyo, hike to Gokyo Ri, Fifth Lake and its surroundings
Day 09: Trek back to Dhole Altitude: 4200m/ 13779ft. Time Travel: 4 to 5 hrs Walk
Day 10: Trek to down Namchebazzar Altitude: 3,440m/11,283ft Time Travel: 5 to 6 hrs Walk
Day 11: Namche to Phakding to Lukla Trek Altitude: 2,800m/9,184ft. Time Travel: 4 to 5 hrs walk
Day 12: Fly Back to Kathmandu Altitude: 1,300m/4,264 ft. Time Travel: 30 to 40 minutes flight
Day 13: Kathmandu to Your Port of Destination
Detail Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu Altitude: 1,300m/4,264 ft
This is your arrival day in Kathmandu. Our representative from Himalayan Recreation Treks will be there at Ttribhuvan International Airport to pick you up at the time of your arrival.After picking you up, you'll be transferred to your hotel. There you'll have a short brefying session about your trek with your guide. After the brefying session, you can freshen up & take rest. Overnight stay at hitel in Kathmandu.
Day 02: Kathmandu to Lukla Scenic Flight and short trek to Phakding. Altitude: 2,652m/8,700ft. Time Travel: 3 to 4 hrs Walk
Today we'll have an early morning scenic flight to Lukla. Lukla is a small village from where our trek begins. After landing in Lukla, we'll start our trek to Phakding. It'll take us around 3 to 4 hours to reach Phakding from Lukla. Our trail follows the sideway to Dudhkoshi river. We then, slowly ascend toward Phakding as we follow the river's course. Overnight stay at guesthouse in phakding.
Day 03: Phakding to Namche Bazaar Trek
Today early in the morning we'll start our trek to Namche baazaar. Namche Bazaar is considered to be one of the most popular town in Everest region & it is also the largest town in Everest region. In the beginning of our trek today we follow the bank of Dudhkoshi river & go through several forests. Soon after that we approach the entrance of Sagarmatha National park where we'll have to go through some formalities. We then, continue our treking as we climb upward crossing the suspension bridge. We'll be able to get glimpse of several mountains from there. After some more walking, we'll soon reach the town Namche bazaar. Overnight stay at guesthouse in Namche bazaar.
Day 04: Rest day for acclimatization at Namche Bazaar
Today is the day for rest or acclimatization at Namche Bazaar. As it is recommended by experts to take rest from time to time after trekking for few days. We will also explore other various area of Namche bazaar today so that we can adjust to the high altitude. We can enjoy other various activites in namche bazaar as there are ATMs, cyber cafés, delicious restaurant food and bakeries etc. Overnight stay at guesthouse in Namche Bazaar.
Day 05: Trek to Dhole. Altitude: 4200m/ 13779ft. Time Travel: 5 to 6 hrs Walk
After taking a rest for whole day, we continue our journey & trek to Dhole. Today we'll trek for around 6 hours to reach Dhole. On our way, we'll pass thriugh several forests & also a small village called Tengboche. We'll be able to enjoy the amazing view of majestic mountains, serene forests & culture of sherpa prople on our way to Dhole. Overnight stay at guesthouse in dhole.
Day 06: Trek to Machharmo Altitude: 4470 m/ 14665 ft. Time Travel: 4 to 5 hrs Walk
We trek from Dole to Machhermo which takes about five hours. From Dole we climb steadily along the side of the valley. Sherpas believe that the region of Machhermo is the home for Yeti, a mythical snowman. The trail continues to climb up along the side of the valley until it reaches Machhermo, a small and beautiful village in the Khumbu region. This is a short day and we will arrive at Machhermo in time for lunch. Overnight stay at guesthouse in Machhermo.
Day 07: Trek to Gokyo Altitude: 4790 m/ 15715 ft. Time Travel: 5 to 6 hrs Walk
On the eighth day, we climb around 300 meters and reach the wonderful Gokyo Valley. Gokyo is a small settlement area on the base of Gokyo Ri or the peak. We follow a very scenic path to Pangka and then descend slightly, following one of the melted-water. Rivers flow down the west side of the Ngozumpa Glacier. Five mountain peaks of more than 8000 meters of altitude Mount Everest, Cho Oyu, Makalu, Kanchenjunga, and Lhotse are all visible from Gokyo. Overnight stay at a guesthouse in Gokyo valley.
Day 08: Rest Day at Gokyo, hike to Gokyo Ri, Fifth Lake and its surroundings
Today is the 8th day of our trek scheduled as rest day at gokyo valley. Today, we'll be going hike to Gokyo Ri, fifth lake & its surroundings. Gokyo is a trade centre where the Sherpa people run lodges to provide the best services to trekkers. So, there'll be lot of things to watch & enjoy here. Overnight stay at guesthouse in Gokyo valley.
Day 09: Trek back to Dhole Altitude: 4200m/ 13779ft. Time Travel: 4 to 5 hrs Walk
Today, we'll be trekking back to Dhole. On our way, we'll pass thriugh several forests & also a small village. We'll be able to enjoy the amazing view of majestic mountains, serene forests & culture of sherpa prople on our way to Dhole. After treking for around 4 to 5 hours we'll reach Dhole. Overnight stay at guesthouse in Dhole.
Day 10: Trek to down Namchebazzar Altitude: 3,440m/11,283ft Time Travel: 5 to 6 hrs Walk
The next day, we resume our downhill trek from Dhole to Namche. The trail starts descending steeply to Photse Tenga (3650m.) passing through rhododendron forests. We also cross many Sherpa settlement areas and villages on our way to Nmache bazaar. It'll take us around 5 to 6 hours to reach Namche bazaar. Overnight stay at a guesthouse in Namche Bazzar.
Day 11: Namche to Phakding to Lukla Trek Altitude: 2,800m/9,184ft. Time Travel: 4 to 5 hrs walk
We trek from Namche Bazaar to Lukla which takes about six hours. The last day of our trek leads from Namche Bazaar via Monjo to Lukla. Tofday, there'll be 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 us to Lukla for our overnight stay. Overnight stay at guesthouse in Lukla.
Day 12: Fly Back to Kathmandu Altitude: 1,300m/4,264 ft. Time Travel: 30 to 40 minutes flight
The next day, you will board a flight back to Kathmandu while enjoining the 30-minutes of scenic mountain flight. The rest of the time in Kathmandu, you will be shopping and buying souvenirs to your loved ones. Overnight stay at a hotel in Kathmandu.
Day 13: Kathmandu to Your Port of Destination
On the 13th day of the tour package, you will return to your country via the International Airport from Kathmandu.