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Gokyo Lakes & Gokyo Ri Trek

13 Days / 12 Nights Difficulty: moderate Altitude: 5357m

About the Adventure

An awe-inspiring alternative to the classic EBC trail, the Gokyo Lakes Trek takes you along the Dudh Koshi valley to six turquoise glacial lakes fed by Ngozumpa Glacier (the longest in Nepal). Ascend Gokyo Ri (5,357m) for unbeatable panoramic vistas of four 8,000m giants: Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, and Cho Oyu.

Trip Highlights

Six emerald & turquoise high-altitude glacial lakes
Climb Gokyo Ri (5,357m) for views of Everest, Lhotse, Makalu & Cho Oyu
Walk along the massive Ngozumpa Glacier (largest in Nepal)
Quieter trail with rich Sherpa cultural villages like Dole & Machhermo
Roundtrip scenic flights between Kathmandu and Lukla
Day 1
Arrive Kathmandu
0.00 km 0.0 hrs Max 1400 m Hotel in Kathmandu Dinner

Arrive in Kathmandu (1,400m). Meet and greet, transfer to hotel, pre-trip briefing.

Day 2
Fly to Lukla → Phakding
8.00 km 3.5 hrs Max 2610 m Teahouse / Lodge Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Scenic mountain flight to Lukla (2,840m). Meet porter team and trek gently down Dudh Koshi valley to Phakding.

Day 3
Phakding → Namche Bazaar
7.40 km 5.5 hrs Max 3440 m Teahouse / Lodge Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Trek through pine woods and across high suspension bridges into Sagarmatha National Park. Climb up to Namche Bazaar (3,440m).

Day 4
Acclimatization in Namche (visit Khumjung, Everest View Hotel)
5.00 km 4.0 hrs Max 3440 m Teahouse / Lodge Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Acclimatization day. Hike to Everest View Hotel for panoramas of Everest & Ama Dablam, explore Khumjung monastery & Hillary School.

Day 5
Namche → Dole
7.40 km 5.5 hrs Max 4090 m Teahouse / Lodge Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Branch off the main EBC trail toward Gokyo Valley. Climb past Mong La ridge and descend through rhododendron woods to Dole.

Day 6
Dole → Machhermo
7.00 km 5.5 hrs Max 4470 m Teahouse / Lodge Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Climb steadily past Luza village through alpine pastures with dramatic views of Cho Oyu, Thamserku, and Kantega to Machhermo.

Day 7
Machhermo → Gokyo (3rd Lake)
7.40 km 4.0 hrs Max 4790 m Teahouse / Lodge Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Pass the first lake (Longponga) and second lake (Taujung), arriving at the picturesque lakeside settlement of Gokyo (Dudh Pokhari - 3rd Lake).

Day 8
Gokyo Ri summit (5,357m) + explore 4th/5th lakes
6.00 km 4.5 hrs Max 4790 m Teahouse / Lodge Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Early morning climb of Gokyo Ri (5,357m) for 360° views of Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, and Cho Oyu. Afternoon exploration of Ngozumpa Glacier.

Day 9
Gokyo → Machhermo
7.40 km 4.0 hrs Max 4470 m Teahouse / Lodge Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Descend along the valley floor past the turquoise lakes, returning to Machhermo.

Day 10
Machhermo → Namche Bazaar
21.00 km 8.0 hrs Max 3440 m Teahouse / Lodge Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Trek down past Dole and Phortse Thanga, climbing up to Sanasa before rejoining the main trail back into Namche Bazaar.

Day 11
Namche → Lukla
13.50 km 6.5 hrs Max 2840 m Teahouse / Lodge Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Descend the steep Namche hill, cross Dudh Koshi bridges, and make the final gentle climb to Lukla airstrip.

Day 12
Fly Lukla → Kathmandu
0.00 km 0.0 hrs Max 1400 m Hotel in Kathmandu Breakfast, Dinner

Early morning scenic flight back to Kathmandu. Transfer to hotel, rest, and celebrate with a farewell dinner.

Day 13
Departure
0.00 km 0.0 hrs Max 1400 m Breakfast

Transfer to Tribhuvan International Airport for your flight home.

What's Included

Official services & logistics
6 Included
Roundtrip Kathmandu - Lukla flights
Standard trekking teahouse lodges
Sagarmatha National Park entry permit & Khumbu Pasang Lhamu local permit
Licensed mountain guide and porter team
All meals during the trek
Medical oxygen & pulse oximeter monitoring

What's Excluded

Personal expenses & gear
7 Excluded
International flights
Nepal entry visa
Travel & medical rescue insurance
Personal expenses (hot shower
Wi-Fi
battery charging)
Tips for crew

Upcoming Departures & Direct Booking

30% OFF for Groups (4+ Pax)
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Individual:

$1,290.00

/ person
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Book for a minimum of 4 persons and unlock 30% savings!

Group Rate: $903.00 / pax
Min. 4 pax total: $3,612.00 $5,160.00

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