Gokyo Lakes Trek is all about trekking into Gokyo village situated on the shores of the biggest lake, Gokyo Cho in a beautiful Gokyo valley consisting of five holy Gokyo lakes.
Located in the Solukhumbu Region, Gokyo Lakes Trek is a fairly popular route for trekking enthusiasts. Also, known as Gokyo Trek, it is also possible to extend the Gokyo Lakes Trek with Everest Base Camp trek.
The Everest Base Camp Gokyo Lakes Trek is usually hiked by people with a few more days in hand and also by those seeking solitude as the regular Everest Base Camp Trail can get a little crowded.
The Everest Base Camp Gokyo Lakes Trek also has the added benefit of being a circular loop as compared to the standard Everest Base Camp Trek where the return route is along the same trail.
Group Departures 2022
Group Departures for Gokyo Lakes Trek
Only Private Treks for a minimum of Two Persons on a date of your Choice. Customized Private Treks for Gokyo Lakes Trek can also be organized
Christi Masi December 5, 2013 near Seattle, WA, United States If you are considering a trek to Sikkim Darjeeling Nepal or Bhutan you need to go with Farouttrek (Fabian Tamang). He goes above and beyond your wildest dreams to make your vacation perfect. Not only is he fun, personable, and an all around great guy - he also has a superb staff, provides excellent food and will make sure your trip exceeds all of your expectations. Scott and I have trekked all over the world, and this trip- the 18Days Sikkim Singalila Ridge Trek by far - was the best service we have ever experienced - anywhere.
Hello Fabian, From May 8 to May 16 2014 my husband and I had the pleasure of visiting Darjeelig and the Singalila national park under the guidance of Mr Fabian Tamang. We went on a six-day Sandakphu Phalut Trek with the mountain views at Sandakphu as the main attraction. With Fabian as a guide nothing is impossible. He chooses the best co-workers, arranges Everything to the best and is very responsive to both visible and not so visible requests from his guests. We warmly recommend anyone thinking of visiting this area to use the services of Farouttrek and especially of Fabian. Many thanks from Anette and Torbjörn from Sweden!
Mar 28, 2014 Hi Fabian...Just a short message to say that we had a fabulous Langtang Gosaikunda trek which i am totally satisfied of...and to say that i have particularly appreciated the team we trekked with...The guide, Kuman GURUNG, and the porter, Lapa SHERPA, are really nice people and were extremely helpful for both of us, especially for my wife, who got some difficulties in altitude and to cross the gosaikund pass..They were extremely professionnal from the first to the last minute, and it would really be a pleasure to do another trek with them..By the way, Fabian, can you send me some details for Manaslu Circuit Trek ? Thanks a lot for the job you and your staff did for us Fabian... and have an excellent day. Best regards... Christophe
Dec 30, 2012 Hello Fabian, thank you for your email. We found the Dzongri Trek difficult in parts, but the joy was being with you and the rest of the crew - you are a very special group of people and we were so fortunate to be able to meet you all. Once again, Fabian, thank you for all your efforts. We had a wonderful time trekking in Sikkim and very much appreciate all your efforts to ensure that we had the best of experiences. Please keep in touch. We hope 2013 brings you happiness, laughter and sunshine. Kind regards, Marilyn and Michael.
Thanks to Farout Trek (Fabian and the team) for a very enjoyable and successful trek in the Singalila National Park. The pace was good, the views of the Himalayas obviously stunning, and the support and help was always professional and thoughtful. The trekkers huts were very basic with little heat, so Fabian providing hot water bottles at night was always appreciated. He also had a few extra goodies in his pack that were produced at exactly the right time. I picked Farout Trek because after sending e-mails to them and 7 other places, their reply was prompt (next day), was addressed it to me personally, and most important, it answered my questions, so I knew someone (Fabian) had actually read the e-mail, rather than just sending a standard response. Would recommend Farout Trek to any one planning to visit Sikkim, Darjeeling Nepal or Bhutan Himalayas. Cheers and all the best for 2018 Mark & Maureen
Amazing company and great experience! Our guide Kuman was more than we could ever expect! Full of knowledge, friendly and an absolute pleasure to spend 10 days doing the Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek with. We had the treat of having his son Ohm come along with us too! Fantastic porters and well organized trek. We will be coming back and definitely using them!"
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Jean Pierre 5 Jan 2020 Thinchenkhang Expedition (6010m) summited on 2 Nov. 2019 The eleven days expedition organized by Farout Trek based in Kalimpong was composed by nine members. On top of Fabian Tamang, head of Farout Trek, there were two Sherpas, one cook, two cook assistants and two poney-men. The group started off from Yuksom on 23 October and reached the base camp at Toriphuley (Thinchenkhanh Base Camp) on 28 October. A C1 just below 5000m and a C2 at 5500m were set up. The summit was reached on 2 November at 4.30 AM by Sherpas Tashi and Richung and myself. The Thinchenkhang expedition proved a success thanks to the professional breath of Fabian's Farout Trek team
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Therefore, when you book your trip with us, you contribute to the local economy directly. This in turn helps the local economy grow & at the same time help a number of households maintain a healthy lifestyle
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Gokyo Trek – A Trek to the valley of Five Emerald Lakes
Gokyo Lakes Trek leads to Gokyo village located on the shores of the biggest of the Gokyo Lakes, Gokyo Cho or Dudh Pokhari. Also, known as Gokyo Trek, it is a trek into the most scenic valley in the entire Everest Region, which can aptly be called,” An amphitheatre for rugged views of the Himalayas”. A beautiful valley surrounded by high mountains of the Everest Range and the valley floor decorated with crystal clear blue waters of the five Gokyo lakes.
Gokyo Village / Valley & the 1st. Gokyo Lake from Gokyo Ri
Nestled away in the stunning landscape of the Gokyo Valley, the five Gokyo lakes are worth a destination to trek to. Not only are the five Gokyo Lakes a beauty that you would like to see for yourself. But a Trek to Gokyo Lakes rewards you with the most outstanding views of the one and only, the iconic Mount Everest and it’s Range and also of Cho Oyu. The Gokyo Lakes trek does contain some steep climbs and also a hike through Glacier, moraines and high passes.
1st. Gokyo Lake & Gokyo Village with Cho -Oyu in the Backdrop. Photo@Rajesh Chakraborty
Getting Around
Gokyo Lakes trek in Nepal starts with a thirty minutes scenic mountain flight to Lukla, then followed by a trek to Phakding or a further trek to Jorsalley. Gokyo Ri Trek involves trekking through Namche Bazaar, capital of Khumbu Region and through ethnic Sherpa villages of Khumjung, Dole, Machhermo, Lundeng and Thame.
On this Gokyo Trek, hike through beautiful Sherpa Villages, Rhododendron forests and suspension bridges decorated with Buddhist flags fluttering in the never ending cascade of the Himalayan wind.
Dole Village on a hill side seen from the trail to Gokyo Lake. Photo@Yep Sek Hong
Highlights of the Gokyo Trek
Main highlights of the Gokyo lakes trek includes climbing Gokyo Ri, a small hill above Gokyo Village, before sunrise for once in a lifetime glimpse of the mountain view. The horizon painted with four highest mountains in the world, Everest, Lhotse, Makalu and Cho Oyu and down below the five emerald Gokyo Lakes and the Ngozumpa Glacier flowing behind, a sight to humble you.
Take a Day Hike
From Gokyo take a day hike along the valley floor and discover the five sacred Gokyo lakes. Enjoy Great views of Everest, Cho Oyu, Nuptse, Lhotse, Makalu and a host of smaller mountains, especially during sunrise from Gokyo Ri (5360m) and Ngozumba Tse also known as Knobby View Point ( 5550m) north of the 5th lake.
5th. Gokyo Lake on the Gokyo Lakes trek. Photo@Rajesh Chakraborty
Gokyo Lakes Trek – Trek Grade
After having said that, it is to be remembered that Gokyo Trek is a moderately strenuous, high altitude trek but perfect for those looking to do a trail that is less crowded. Gokyo Valley is less crowded and less commercialized than it’s neighbour, the regular Everest Base Camp Trek.
View from Rinju la Pass. Photo@Rajesh Chakraborty
Type of Trek
Gokyo Trek is a Tea House Trek. Accommodation will be provided in lodges run by local families, though the lodges are few and basic as compared to the lodges on the regular Everest Base Camp Trek.
Participants carry their day pack only with their personal items in them. Main baggage will be carried by the Porters. Baggage of each person should not weigh more than 15Kgs.
Best time
April- May is the best time to trek to Gokyo when the climate is just right. October to November is another good season to go on the Gokyo trek when the skies are clear for the spectacular mountain views.
Trek Facts :
Trek starts: Lukla.
Ending Point: Lukla.
Trek duration: 12Days.
Trek Grade: Moderate to strenuous.
Maximum altitude: Gokyo Ri (5357m).
Maximum Sleeping Altitude: Gokyo (4750m).
Minimum group size: 2pax.
Trek style: Tea House/Lodge Trek.
Gokyo Lakes Trek Itinerary
Day 01: Fly Kathmandu to Lukla. Trek to Phakding (2835m / 3 hours). Overnight Lodge.
Day 02: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3440m/5-6 hours). Overnight Lodge.
Day 03: Rest and acclimatization day with optional hikes around Namche. Overnight Lodge.
Day 04:Trek to Dole (4200m/5-6 hours). Overnight Lodge.
The trail starts with a gentle uphill trail to a viewpoint that offers spectacular views of Thamserku and Amadablam above Namche Bazaar. Slowly Trek down to the fields of Dole, a Small Village.
Day 05: Trek to Machermo (4470m/5 hours). Overnight Lodge.
Trek to Machermo is a gentle and steady climb above the tree line that follows the Dudh Kosi River.
Day 06: Trek to Gokyo (4750m /4 hours). Overnight Lodge.
Trek to Gokyo is a gentle trek arriving just in time for lunch into one of the most scenic village in the entire Gokyo Valley.
Day 07: Climb Gokyo Ri Peak (5,357m/3-4 hours).Overnight Lodge.Early Morning climb a top the hill at Gokyo Ri for spectacular views of Everest, Lhotse, Cho Oyu and Makalu, four of the highest peaks in the world. View from Gokyo Ri is mesmerising, with the horizon filled with jagged snow clad mountains and below the sight of the Nzogumpa Glacier and the Gokyo Lakes.After breakfast trek along the Gokyo valley to the fifth lake.
Day 08:Trek to Renjo-La Pass ( 5360m/2Hrs) to Lumde (4380m/7-8 hours). Overnight Lodge.
A strenuous day of trekking besides the dudh Pokhari River and takes two hours trek to Renjo- La Pass. Enjoy the stunning views of the Everest and Gokyo Lakes. From here the route dips down through a narrow valley to the small village of Lumde.
Day 09:Trek to Thame (3440/6-7 hours). Overnight Lodge.An hours trek downhill takes us to Marlung (4249m) on the east bank of Bhote Koshi, which is the largest village in Thame Valley. Marlung is a common stoppage with a few tea shops on the Gokyo Trek. Another five hours of trekking takes us to our stop for the night at Thame Village.
Day 10:Trek Thame to Monjo. (2835m/5-6 hours). Overnight Lodge.
Day 11: Trek to Lukla. Overnight Lodge
Day 12: Fly Back to Kathmandu. End of Gokyo Lake Trek
Gokyo Trek Cost : US$ 950 per person
Kathmandu – Lukla-Kathmandu Airfare : US$328 per person
Kathmandu – Lukla-Kathmandu Airfare for Indian Nationals : IRs.13,000/Person
Airfare is Extra as applicable & is subject to change without prior notice.
Indian Nationals kindly enquire within for quotes in Indian Rupees.
TREK COST INCLUDES:
Trek guide, porter/s to carry luggage.
Lodge accommodation(twin share rooms).
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner During the entire period of the Trek.
Trek permit Fees.
TIMS Fees.
Sagarmatha National Park Fees.
Contribution to guide transport.
Guide/porter insurance costs.
Domestic flight cost extra as applicable.
TREK COST DOES NOT INCLUDE
Hotel Stays in Kathmandu.
Domestic flight cost extra as applicable(Kathmandu – Lukla – Kathamandu ).
Sleeping bag (can be hired in Kathmandu).
Personal clothing /equipment.
Meals in Kathmandu.
Tips.
Client insurance of any kind.
Cost of evacuation (if any)in Case of emergency.
Bottled/alcoholic drinks.
Snacks/desserts.
Tea/coffee – other than at breakfast.
Airport taxes;
Expenses of personal nature
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NEPAL TOURIST VISA
Nepal visa is readily available on arrival at the International Airport in Kathmandu and all other entry points to Nepal.
2 passport photos will be required.
Single Entry visa: US$ 30 per visa (valid for 60 days).
Multiple Entry visa: US$ 80 per visa (valid for 150 days).
Nepal Visas are also available in all Nepalese Embassies and Consulates.
No Visa is required for Indian Citizens to Travel in Nepal
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Recommendation : Gokyo Trek is relatively strenuous and demands top physical form. Physical fitness check-up is a must. Even the experienced trekker should prepare for 2-3 months prior to the Trek.
Note: The above given Everest Base Camp Gokyo Ri Trek itinerary is a sample, intended to give you a general idea of the likely trip schedule. Numerous factors such as weather, road conditions, physical ability of the participants etc. may dictate itinerary changes either before departure or while on the trail. We reserve the right to change this schedule in the interest of the trip participants’ safety, comfort and general well being.
Kathmandu – Lukla-Kathmandu Airfare : US$328 per person
Kathmandu – Lukla-Kathmandu Airfare for Indian Nationals : IRs.13,000/Person
Airfare is Extra as applicable & is subject to change without prior notice.
Indian Nationals kindly enquire within for quotes in Indian Rupees.
TREK COST INCLUDES:
Trek guide, porter/s to carry luggage.
Lodge accommodation(twin share rooms).
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner During the entire period of the Trek.
Trek permit Fees.
TIMS Fees.
Sagarmatha National Park Fees.
Contribution to guide transport.
Guide/porter insurance costs.
Domestic flight cost extra as applicable.
COST DOES NOT INCLUDE:
Hotel Stays in Kathmandu.
Domestic flight cost extra as applicable(Kathmandu – Lukla – Kathamandu ).
Sleeping bag (can be hired in Kathmandu).
Personal clothing /equipment.
Meals in Kathmandu.
Tips.
Client insurance of any kind.
Cost of evacuation (if any)in Case of emergency.
Bottled/alcoholic drinks.
Snacks/desserts.
Tea/coffee – other than at breakfast.
Airport taxes;
Expenses of personal nature
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Our trek price includes basic rooms in local trekkers lodges which have simple 2 bedded rooms with common toilets/showers. In some places like Lukla, Namache and Kumjung some newly upgraded lodges have rooms with attached toilets-showers but this will cost extra (about US$ 20-30 per room per night). Some lodges now offer even better rooms but can cost even more.
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