Gokyo Lakes Trek - 13 Days

• Altitude: 2840m/9320 ft (Lukla) and 2610m/8560 ft (Phakding)
• On the second day, you’ll begin your journey with a breath-taking Himalayan flight to Lukla. Lukla is a small town perched on a mountainside and has an airport with a single runway.
• After this scenic flight, you’ll trek for approximately 3.5 hours via blooming rhododendrons, magnolia trees, and pine forests to Phakding.
• Once you reach Phakding, you can visit the local monastery. Rest of the time make sure to take good rest and be ready for the real challenge ahead!
• Overnight stay in Phakding.
  
  

• We’ll be heading towards Namche Bazaar. The trek begins with a walk ascending via beautiful pine forests along the banks of Dudh Koshi river.
  We then cross the Hillary Suspension Bridge, named after the iconic Sir Edmund Hillary.
• We step into Sagarmatha National Park, where we get to see some rare wild species such as Himalayan Bear, Thur, Red Panda, and many more.
  Here you’ll get the first view of Mt. Everest and a grand reminder of what you are stepping into.
• We reach Namche Bazaar, the gateway to Mt. Everest.
• Trekking hours: Approximately 6 hours
• Highlights: Explore Namche Bazaar better known as the gateway to Mt. Everest and the main trading center of Khumbu region. Also, its bakeries are famous for a good reason and this will be a great opportunity to indulge small luxuries.

• Altitude: 3440m/11290 ft
• Trekking hours: Approximately 6 hours
• On the fourth day, you’ll take a rest day in Namche.
• But actually, there will not be any rest at all. You’ll get a chance to adjust your body to the altitude. You need to also follow the advice “hike high and sleep low”. To adjust to higher altitude you’ve to hike to a higher elevation and then return to sleep at a lower elevation.
• For acclimatization, you’ll take a day trip to Namche Bazaar. Here you’ll climb 300 meters to the town of Khumjung.
• Also, you’ll visit some local schools and a Buddhist monastery.
  You’ll spend your night at Namche Bazaar.
• Highlights: Khumjung Village, a perfect place to get an insight into high-altitude life in the Himalaya

• We climb a steep path out of Namche Bazaar to Kyangjuma Village from where we can enjoy outstanding views of Thamserku, Katenga, and Ama Dablam.
• Another steep ascent to Mong La- a charming settlement perched on top of Mt. Khumbila. An ancient historical Chorten stands at the centre of the settlement. We stop at the top of Mong La to admire the views.
• Lunch then another pleasant hike through rhododendron and orchid vegetation.
• A chance to spot local animal species such as pheasants, mountain goats, and the elusive musk deer while on the way is not unusual.
• Through forests, waterfalls and bridges, we reach Dole.
• Overnight at Dole.

• Steady climb up through a ridge above Dole via Lhabarma at 4220m to reach Luza at 4360m. The path is steep in most places as we pass through thorny bushes up to Lhabarma.
• Good views of Cho Oyu, Kantega, and Thamserku the trail takes us through many summer settlements and a charming hamlet of Luza.
  Ascending  from Luza, we leave the Dudh Koshi valley deep below.
• Walking along the hillside above the thundering Dudh Koshi passing through some small hamlets and through sandy spurs, we reach Machhermo. Machhermo is the last major settlement on the way up to Gokyo.
• The Himalayan Rescue Hospital lies here. We pay a visit for a lecture regarding the altitude sickness, its precaution, and primary treatment.
• Overnight in Machhermo.

• We start with a climb up a ridge to reach a chorten. From here we can get a glimpse of Mt. Kangtega, Thamserku, and northern part to the Cho-Oyu (8153m).
• After a pleasant walk beyond the ridge, the valley widens and leads to Pangka (4480m).
• We descend to the river bank before beginning to climb up to the terminal moraine of the Ngozamba Glacier. It is a steep climb on the moraine.
• After crossing an iron bridge over a stream, the trail levels out as it follows the valley past the first lake, known as Longpongo at 4690m and a second lake called Taboche Tsho.
• A little further is the third lake. Gokyo village stands by the third lake and Cho-Oyu Mountain as a backdrop.
• Lunch then we explore around the third Lakes, Dudh Pokhari.
• We spend the night.

• If Gokyo Ri has not been done the day before, then the 8th day is reserved for this since Gokyo Ri is the highlight of this trip.
• Early morning, we hike up to Gokyo Ri (Gokyo Peak). Climbing to Gokyo Ri is strenuous and takes about 3 to 4 hours to reach the to.,
• The scenery of Gokyo village on the edge of the third lake that overlooks the broad Ngozumpa Glacier is simply mind blowing.
• Panoramic views of mountains like Kusum Kanguru, Thamserku, K 43, Kangtega, Taboche, Cholatse, Makalu, Lhotse, Nuptse, Everest, Changtse, and Pumori.
• We descend to Thaknak for an overnight stay

• We again descent towards Dudh Koshi valley passing by Machhermo.
• The path to Dole is a steep one through thorny bushes that lie on the slopes.
• Good views of Cho Oyu, Kantega, and Thamserku the trail takes us through many summer settlements and a charming hamlet of Luza.

• We again descent towards Dudh Koshi valley passing by Machhermo.
• The path to Dole is a steep one through thorny bushes that lie on the slopes.
• Good views of Cho Oyu, Kantega, and Thamserku the trail takes us through many summer settlements and a charming hamlet of Luza.
• If you didn't spot the animals like mountain goats, and the elusive musk deer, then this is your chance. So pay extra attention.
• A fantastic view of Ama Dablam range again greets us as we make our descent to Namche Bazaar.

• This will be our last day of walk. We descend further down, crossing several suspension bridges.
• Trekking further all the way to Dudh Koshi river, you’ll arrive at Phakding.
• You’ll have some rest here and follow small ascend to Lukla.
• Here, you can again enjoy some best cuisine and hot shower. This will be the final day in Everest region. You’ll spend last night of your trek in Lukla.
• Once again, you can celebrate your successful journey with fellow trekkers.
• Highlights: Explore Lukla valley and enjoy the final walk in the Everest region

• On twelveth day, you’ll return back to Kathmandu from Lukla by twin-otter plane. Once again, you’ll be facing off with dramatic scenery on the way back.
• You can enjoy the final views of these amazing snow-capped peaks.
• After arriving at Kathmandu you can spend the rest of day in Kathmandu celebrating your success. If you want you can explore the city and do shopping for your loved ones and relatives.
• You’ll spend a night at Kathmandu.
  
  

Transfer to airport for your departure.

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