Everest Gokyo Lake Trek is one of the best trekking in Nepal, it is a moderate trek beginning from Lukla. However, The main highlighted feature of the Gokyo Lake is its location which is a magical place that is residing in the foothills of Himalayas and is full of blue glacier lakes dominated by Himalayas of Mount Everest, Mount Lhotse, Mount Makalu and Mount Cho- Oyu in a single line. What country is Mt Everest located? Obviously Nepal
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The Gokyo Lake is also a holy region for both Hindus and Buddhists as it is the place for pilgrimage. Therefore ,Everest Gokyo Lake Trek explores the amazing and the beautiful Sherpa villages, monasteries, wildlife and amazing mountain scenery of the area. In addition, this Everest Gokyo Lake Trek you will experience the breathtaking flight to Lukla. The Namchebazzar the gateway to the Everest region is a great town. The view of the Gokyo Lake is amazing and the friendly Sherpa villages with their unique lifestyle are yet another highlight of this journey.
Everest Gokyo Lake Trekking route is full of fascinating views of the roof of the world, observing the way the rich Sherpa culture flourished and sustained in this elevation of the earth.
However, The Gokyo Lake is a beautiful lake in the Himalaya. The view of Everest Kalapatthar is fabulous. So do not miss this opportunity of discovering beautiful lakes, forests, Sherpa villages, glacial moraines and foothills!!!
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Trip Highlights
Kathmandu, Nepal
Difficult
5357 meters
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We trek per day between 4 to 8 hours it’s depending on the walk, we can always tailor the date to you and your needs. While trekking with Happyland Treks we recommends you to drink 3 to 5 liters water per day. Water is known to help when combating mountain altitude sickness.
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During the Everest Gokyo Lake Trek almost every village you will have access to boiled purified drinking water, bottle of water and hot water for the drink which is cost started from 100 – 500 rupee per liters depends where you are.
For the shower cold shower is free but we are not recommends cold shower during the trek because it cold up there, so it’s better to have hot shower which is possible by Gas Geysers or Hot Bucked and prices started from 200 – 500 rupee per head. For the camera/mobile battery we always recommends you bring some extra batteries if possible, you can have Mobile/Camera Battery charge almost every tea house the places where you staying in the night and it cost 200 – 500 per battery charge.
When trekking you will go through terrain that can be flat, downhill uphill and at points with lots of stairs.
We are always there to help and support you and your journey. Learning about local culture and their Sherpa people. Visiting Gomba, monastery, prayer flag and prayer wells. Reaching to Gokyao Ri 5357m. During the trip we will sleep at a maximum altitude of 4800m. (Gokyao) Small domestic flight to Lukla-Tenjin Hilari Airport, Khumbu District. Mt Everest 8848m. Highest point on the earth.
Mt. Everest knows as three different name as:
Nepali: Sagarmatha.
English: Everest.
Chinese: Chomolungma.
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Arrival in Kathmandu transfer to hotel preparation for trekking and overnight in Kathmandu. (1400m)
Kathmandu to Lukla (2840m) by flight 50, minutes. Breakfast in Lukla followed by trek to Phakding (2610m). approximately 3:30 hrs.
Trek Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3440m) approximately 6-7 hrs.
Acclimatization day at Namche Bazaar rest, chilling, exploration and enjoying the view
Trek Namche Bazaar to Phorse (3810m) approximately 5:30 hrs.
Trek Phorse to Machhermo (4470m) approximately 5-6 hrs.
Trek Machhermo to Gokyao (4800m) approximately 6:00 hrs.
Acclimatization day at Gokyao Valley exploring around and Gokyao Ri hiking (5357m) over night in Gokyao (4800m)
Trek Gokyao to Dole (4200m) approximately 6:00 hrs.
Trek Dole to Namche Bazaar (3440m) approximately 5:00 hrs.
Trek Namche Bazaar to Lukla (2840m) approximately 7-8 hrs.
Morning flight back to Kathmandu (1336m) from Lukla
Departure to international airport or if you have few days extra in Kathmandu you can chill, do shopping or sightseeing etc.
Firstly, We stay at the Tea house. Tea house trek basically means small hotel with cozy room established along the trekking route that provide room and food . Similarly, Most of this established family owned and home cooked meals are serve as well as different type of food European and western food it’s bit of different but it’s good.
For all Trekking and Hiking trips we recommend you to be prepared and have the items from this list.
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Head:
Sun hat / warm fleece hat / Sunglasses / Head torch / headband
Body:
Few pair of T-shirt / Cotton t-shirt / Light thermal / leggings
Fleece jacket / down jacket
Light weight walking pant / Hiking Shorts / Under garments
Feet:
Inner Socks / Thick warm wool hiking socks / Comfortable Hiking boots / Sandals
Hands:
Fleece Gloves / waterproof wind fleece gloves
Accessories:
Sleeping bag liner / Pancho rain cover / Trekking poles / Headlamps and spare batteries / camera batteries with chargers / watch with light alarm / Water bottle or Camel bag / money belt / Dry Packs
Toiletries and Personal Hygiene:
Shampoo / conditioner
Tooth brush and paste / Face and body moisturizer
Nail clippers file / Clothes washing shop
Toilet paper you can by more on a trek / hand sanitizer / Sunscreen / body high UV Protection.
Medical Kits:
See yours doctor for complete travel medical include High altitude medicine Diamox.
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Firstly, Mountain Altitude Sickness can affect anyone above 3000 meters. Altitude Sickness affects people regardless of sex, age and fitness. Secondly, If you are showing signs of mountain altitude sickness your safety is our first priority and we will facilitate you getting down as fast as possible.
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Hace – High Altitude Cerebral Edema (swelling of the brain)
Hape – High Altitude Pulmonary Edema (fluids in the lungs)
SYMPTOMS INCLUDE:
Firstly, Persistent severe headache, difficulty breathing, confused thinking, loss of appetite, rapid breathing or breathlessness at rest, vomiting,coughing up pink, brown or white sputum, sound of liquid in the lungs, blueness of face and lips, severe lethargy (not wanting to do anything), persistent bubbling cough, or persistent increased heart rate (110 per minute)
Prevention:- Drink plenty of water (not alcoholic beverage) and eat fruit – especially when crossing high pass.
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Firstly, Accommodation in Kathmandu is not included in this package and you will have to arrange accommodation for staying in Kathmandu yourself. Therefore, It’s costs varies depending on the tourist season as well as the areas where you choose to stay. In conclusion, After That Our team members will be more than happy to help you and provide with assistance and guidance for booking accommodation or any other travel information related to your stay in Nepal.
“Amazing Gokyo lake with beautiful Himalaya views ”
After doing the Annapurna Circuit in 2017, my brother and I wanted something more challenging, so of course the Everest region was our choice. We didn’t want to go to the base camp, and wanted something a bit off the beaten tracks, so we went to Gokyo Lake. It turned out to be a great idea since it was actually quiet, with awesome views on the Everest. This trek is for trekkers with at least a little experience, since Gokyo is at 4800m. Climbing Gokyo Ri up to around 5,300m was also part of the highlights of the experience and gave us the best view on both the lake and mountains.
I completed this 13 days trek with Happyland Trek as a solo female trekker. I was amazed by the attentiveness, courtesy, hospitality, and graciousness of the team that was assigned to me. I felt completely safe and very well catered after by this team. We were a group of four solo trekkers. I was very fortunate to be with this group. The trek was physically straining, but the trek itinerary, routes, and guide physically conditioned us for the higher altitude treks. The crew made it clear that my safety was their first priority, so I was able to trek worry-free. The guide ensuredour safety and made sure that all our needs were fulfilled. I am extremely grateful for the experience I had and the cherished memories with my trekking group. The culture, Nepalese people, and mountain kingdoms have been enriching and inspirational! Thank you all
One of the most exciting treks I’ve done. The Everest Gokyo Lake Trek is really as more scenic than the classic Everest Base Camp trek. I did The Everest Gokyo Trek around the last week of April. So, the weather was excellent. We were picked up at the Tribhuwan International Airport, and a representative received me at the airport.The next day, we went for exploring Kathmandu valley. Then, towards Gokyo and Everest Base Camp. The whole trip from the beginning was fascinating. Happyland Treks offered me a great guide. He was very helpful throughout the trip. He stayed behind with me even as I was back from the main party. My experience with Happyland was amazing. If I ever visit Nepal, I won’t hire any travel agency other than Happyland.
This was my first trek in Nepal but I am already planning a second one next year. It has the most amazing sceneries and the friendliest people I’ve ever met, and there’s nothing like the view on Gokyo Lake and Mount Everest as a reward for one’s efforts. So worth it.
Our experience with Happyland could not be any better than it was. Our guide was highly skilled and knowledgeable about the landscape of our travel route. He told usabout the local cultures, history, and mythology of the mountains. he was also very friendly and always tried his best to make us feel comfortable. Despite the unexpected weather condition, he helped us to make our trekking experience as best as possible. Happyland treks’ team was working with us for over a year to make a best possible customized trip as we required. They also answered quickly of any queries we had. We got to have this amazing experience only due to the Happyland Trek.