Gokyo Lakes Trek - 18 Days
Gokyo Lakes Trek
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The Gokyo Lakes area at the head of Dudh Koshi valley is no less spectacular for many of those who have been to both Kalapattar reckon that the one from Gokyo offers the better views. This high trek goes through the Sherpa land ascending the stunning Gokyo valley to the glacial lakes under the great peaks of Cho-Oyu the fourth highest peak in the world. The highlight of the trek is ascent of 5340m Gokyo RI, from where we gain panoramic views of Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, and Makalu, Cho-Oyu, Gyanchungkang and great Ngozumpa glacier. Above all the sunsets are unforgettable from here.
We have designed a sensible acclimatization program, which is essential if heading to Gokyo valley the helicopter rescue pilots call it death valley because many people go up very fast, partly because walking days are short, tempting trekkers to go past their acclimatization. The program also engage a hike to the fifth lakes for a view that is more extensive than from Gokyo RI and Kalapattar`
Trip Itinerary
Day
01 Kathmandu arrival (1340 m)
Arrive at the airport in Kathmandu. Loben Expeditions representative will meet you outside the customs and immigration area and transfer you to your hotel. The afternoon is free to relax, recover from jet lag, or explore on your own.
02 In Kathmandu (1340 m)
Kathmandu sightseeing (check detail IN and around Kathmandu). Evening preparation for trek & trek briefing
03 Kathmandu - Phakding (2660 m)
From Kathmandu, you will take a scenic flight to Lukla airstrip (2,850 m), the most popular gateway to Everest. From Lukla, trek to Phakding. Overnight at lodge.
04 Phakding to Namche (3446m)
Trek to Namche Bazaar, the headquarters of the area. Overnight at lodge.
05 Namche - Syangbouche Namche (3446m)
Day hike to Syangboche (3720 m) for breathtaking all-round views of the Himalayan giants. After you have had your fill of the snow peaks, hike on to the Sherpa countryside villages of Khumjung and Khundu.
06 Namche Thame Namche (3446 m)
Day hike to Thame valley- a trade route between Nepal & Tibet still exist; we will visit Thame monastery. Thame offers close up views of Kwondge & Tangkangbouche.
09 In Macherma (4410 m)
Day hike to a valley of behind Macherma through the moraines up to the glaciers, which offers spectacular views of mountain ranges plus hanging glaciers
INCLUDED
- Permit & fees for trekking
- Experience leadership
- Trained cook
- hotels in Kathmandu on twin sharing with breakfast
- all ground transport
- Internal airfare (Kathmandu/Lukla/Kathmandu)
- Yaks/porter to carry equipment
- all arrangements in the field, including camp meals, cook staffs, group gear and equipment
- quality tent with form mattress (twin sharing)
- all meals (B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner)
- Plenty of re-hydration drink like tang juice, soups etc.
- duffel bag, sleeping bags & down jacket
- sightseeing as noted in the itinerary
- Comprehensive medial box
- Oxygen with mask set for medical back up
- PAC (Portable Altitude chamber) bag for medical back up
- Celebration meal in authentic Nepalese cuisine.
EXCLUDED
- Nepal visa fees
- International airfare
- Meals in Kathmandu and Pokhara
- Travel insurance
- Tipping to leader, guides and local staff;
- Excess baggage charges & airport taxes;
- Items of a personal nature (sodas, alcoholic beverages, laundry, etc.).
- Optional extension of trip
- Emergency Evacuation
Country Representative
Nepal
- Loben Expeditions, Country Representative
- + 9779851051206
India
- Loben Expeditions, Country Representative
- +919733029377
