- Trip Code : NTE-EGL14
- Trip Duration : 14 Days
- Trip Level : Strenuous
- Trip Max Altitude : 5357
- Trip Start Location : Lukla
- Trip End Location : Lukla
- Trip Route : Lukla-Namche-Gokyo Ri-Lukla
- Trip Best Season : March-May & August-November
Trip Highlights
- View of Mt. Everest, Gokyo Ri, AmaDablam, Lhotse, Nuptse, Pumori, Thamserku, Kangde, Cho Oyu, and its neighbouring mountains
- Magnificient view Dudh Koshi River, Bhote-Koshi River.
- Ngozumpa Glacier and Gokyo Lake.
- Splendid views of Mt. Makalu and Lhotse form Gokyo.
- Visit major world heritage sites of Kathmandu.
- Exploring large Khumjung Village and their unique culture and tradition.
Trip Information
During the Everest Gokyo Lake trek, you will get outstanding views of bewildering mountain scenes and discover the lifestyle of the legendary Sherpa people, and their unique culture and tradition. The trek takes you to the beautiful environment of Gokyo Lake with the mesmerizing panoramas of Everest and its neighbouring mountains. Gokyo Ri which is situated at the height of 5,340 m will be our high point of the trek with exciting views of the Himalayas with Mt. Everest as well. We’ll walk towards the tremendous Himalayan scenery with exalted peaks that include Mt. AmaDablam, Lhotse, Nuptse, Pumori, Thamserku, Kangde, and many others. The Sherpa are considered as the famous high mountain people that follow the customary way of life. The occasional sighting in these areas includes different wildlife such as Musk Deer, Blue Sheep and if you are lucky the elusive Snow Leopard.
The Everest Gokyo Lake trek starts after you arrive in Kathmandu. We begin our trekking with different exciting views of the valley that offers a glimpse of its world heritage sites and different settlements. After the flight towards Lukla, we walk through a Sherpa village that lies in the mountain region. You’ll notice the unique culture and tradition of the Sherpa people in the village. The trek follows the trail through a steep river valley to Namche Bazaar which is the gateway to the Khumbu region. This region is located in a natural area that gives you exciting views of the valley and the surrounding mountains. After resting in Namche Bazaar, we move towards the villages of Kunde and Khumjung. We follow the route of the Gokyo Valley through the trail of Dole and Machhermo. We will also get chances to explore Gokyo Ri and the beautiful Gokyo lake with its unique ecosystem. After a proper observation of the Gokyo region, we’ll again hike back towards Namche Bazaar and then to Lukla for a flight back towards Kathmandu.
Note:- Above mention information is just the guideline and a standard template of what we provide. The trip can be customized at your request to accommodate your specific requirements.
Short Itinerary
- Day 1 - Arrival in Kathmandu (1,300m/4,264ft).
- Day 2 - Sightseeing in the Kathmandu and preparation for trekking and other essential factors.
- Day 3 - Fly to Lukla (2,800 m) and trek to Phakding (2,652 m): 3-4 Hrs
- Day 4 - Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,440 m) 5-6 Hrs.
- Day 5 - Rest day at Namche Bazaar (3,440 m).
- Day 6 - Trek to Dole (4,110 m).
- Day 7 - Trek to Machhermo (4,470 m): 5-6 Hrs
- Day 8 - Trek to Gokyo (4,800 m): 5-6 Hrs.
- Day 9 - Trek to Gokyo Ri (5,357 m) and trek back to Machhermo: 5-6 Hrs.
- Day 10 - Trek to Namche Bazaar: 5-6 Hrs.
- Day 11 - Trek to Lukla 6 - 7 Hrs.
- Day 12 - Fly to Kathmandu.
- Day 13 - Rest day in Kathmandu and farewell dinner.
- Day 14 - Final Departure Transfer International airport.
- Day 1 Arrival in Kathmandu (1,300m/4,264ft).
- Day 2 Sightseeing in the Kathmandu and preparation for trekking and other essential factors.
- Day 3 Fly to Lukla (2,800 m) and trek to Phakding (2,652 m): 3-4 Hrs
- Day 4 Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,440 m) 5-6 Hrs.
- Day 5 Rest day at Namche Bazaar (3,440 m).
- Day 6 Trek to Dole (4,110 m).
- Day 7 Trek to Machhermo (4,470 m): 5-6 Hrs
- Day 8 Trek to Gokyo (4,800 m): 5-6 Hrs.
- Day 9 Trek to Gokyo Ri (5,357 m) and trek back to Machhermo: 5-6 Hrs.
- Day 10 Trek to Namche Bazaar: 5-6 Hrs.
- Day 11 Trek to Lukla 6 - 7 Hrs.
- Day 12 Fly to Kathmandu.
- Day 13 Rest day in Kathmandu and farewell dinner.
- Day 14 Final Departure Transfer International airport.
Price Includes
- Airport pick up and drop off services. Transport: Kathmandu - Pokhara - Kathmandu by tourist bus, Pokhara - Nayapul & Siwai - Pokhara by public bus / shared jeep
- 2 night's hotel accommodation in Pokhara with breakfast. Guesthouse accommodation during the trek
- Full board meal arrangements during the trek (Main course: breakfast, lunch and dinner)
- 1 professional, licensed, English-speaking trekking guide. A well-experienced English-speaking assistant guide if the group size exceeds 5 people
- All applicable taxes, necessary trekking permits, Everest National Park and Trekkers' Information Management System (TIMS) card
- First aid medical kit, oxymeter to check your pulse, heart rate and oxygen saturation in high altitude
- In the worst case, we will help you with all rescue and evacuation arrangements
- Nepal Travel Expedition sleeping bag, down jacket, duffel bag & area trekking map (to be returned after the trip is over)
Price Does not Include
- Nepal visa (USD 25 for 15 days and USD 40 for 30 days)
- Your international flights to and from Nepal
- Travel insurance (for helicopter evacuation if needed during the trek
- Hotels in Kathmandu
- Porters to carry luggage (you can add a porter when booking)
- Bar and beverage bills, tea / coffee / drinking water. Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone, internet, battery charger, hot shower etc
- Tips for guide, porter, driver
Trekking equipment and clothing needed for this trek
Clothing for Kathmandu:
Informal clothing is all that is required. Remember to dress in a modest fashion. Light clothing is usually all that will be required for most of the year. During the winter months, December to February, it will be chilly in the early mornings and evenings. A warm fleece or similar jacket will be required. Do bring along a swimming costume as our hotel in Kathmandu has a swimming pool.
Gears you need During Trekking:- General
- 4 seasons Sleeping bag (we provide one if you need but is to be returned after the trek)
- Duffel bag or Rucksack (70-80 liters) (we can provide one)
- Down Jacket (we provide one if you need one but is to be returned after the trek)
- Daypack (25-30 liters)
Feet
- Socks: 4 pairs of liner socks, synthetic or capilene, 3 pairs heavy weight socks (woolen) to be worn over liner socks
- Trekking Boots: 1 pair light trekking shoes or sneakers. Good for around the camp/lodges and in Kathmandu. Remember it is your feet that will be doing all the work. We recommend a good quality boot with a hard lug-cleated sole. Boots should be sturdy enough to tackle rough terrain. For this trek a mid-weight leather or Gore-Tex/Cardura style is an excellent choice. If you are buying boots for your trek, make absolutely sure that they are well broken in before leaving home.
- Gaiters (seasonal): 1 pair hiking gaiters, good for keeping dust and rocks out of your shoes / boots as well as keep your feet dry as necessary. Highly recommended for keeping snow from getting inside your boots. They will also help keep the bottom of trousers clean on muddy trails. They can be bought cheaply in Kathmandu.
- Sandals (optional): A pair of running shoes or sandals will be very useful for wearing around the lodge after the day’s trekking.
Lower Body – Legs
- Hiking Shorts (2): Quick drying type, not cotton!
- Trekking Pants (2), preferably that zip on/off at the knees so they double as shorts
- Lightweight underwear – capilene or other synthetic.
- Soft shell pants – synthetic, full zip from top and bottom preferable.
- Hard shell pants. Waterproof / breathable, Gore-Tex or equivalent is best. Should zip from the top and bottom – this makes it easier to put on over boots without getting undressed should the weather change once you are underway for the day.
- Cotton pants or (loose jeans/khakis).
Upper Core Body
- T-Shirts
For lower altitudes and on warm days a baggy cotton T-shirt or cotton shirt is a practical item. Highly recommended are synthetic T shirt styles that wick away moisture from the body. They are particular useful above 2500m when, even on warm days, you chill quickly when stopping for rests.
- Thermal Underwear
Synthetic polypropylene long johns and long sleeved vests are essential for trips departing November through March. Highly recommended for other months. They also make ideal sleeping gear.
- Waterproof Jacket. Quality waterproof clothing is essential. A proofed nylon or Gore-Tex jacket with hood is required. Ensure that it is about mid-thigh length, with large pockets and has a full-length zipLight and expedition weight thermal tops.
- Fleece jacket or pullover.
- Fleece Wind-Stopper jacket (optional).
- Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell jacket.
- 2 women sports bras, Synthetic
- Swimsuit for women (optional)
Hands
- 1 pair liner gloves, thin wool or synthetic, useful alone on mild days or as a layer inside other gloves / mitts for additional warmth.
- 1 pair warm gloves (heavier fleece or wool).
- 1 pair shell gloves or mitts; Gore-Tex is preferred for keeping hands dry.
- Instant hand warmers are always nice in a pinch, but really shouldn’t be necessary on the trek. Bringing appropriate hand protection as recommended above, should be sufficient (optional).
Head / Ears / Eyes
- Shade hat or baseball cap – some people drape a bandana down the back of their head and then put a baseball cap on to hold it is place. This can be a flexible alternative while keeping the sun off your ears and neck.
- Warm wool Hat or synthetic hat that covers your ears.
- Balaclava – lightweight, thinner variety.
- Glacier glasses-100% UV protection with side shields and a hard-sided storage case (i.e. Julbo or Cebe). This is to protect your eyes from the stronger rays of the sun due to the thinner atmosphere which can cause a painful condition known as snow blindness. Regular sunglasses are not sufficient. If you wear prescription glasses, speak to your doctor about prescription glacier glasses, perhaps with transitional lenses.
- Headlamp: Black Diamond and Petzl both make several good ones. Make sure to bring extra batteries and that they are lithium batteries so that they will last in the colder temperatures. These are indispensable for getting around at night, reading, etc. so, don’t go cheap here.
- Ear Muffs (optional): Some people like ear-muffs; These are optional; a good hat, balaclava, and hooded jacket should really be sufficient, but this is a personal choice for some people.
- A neck warmer (optional): is another piece of gear for extra warmth if you feel you will need it
Medicines and First Aid Kits
(Please note our guide will also carry the first aid kit bag during the trek. However, we still recommend you to bring your personal first aid kit as well)
- Extra Strength Excedrin for altitude related headaches.
- Ibuprofen for general aches and pains.
- Immodium or Pepto bismol capsules for upset stomach or diarrhea.
- Diamox (commonly prescribed as Acetazolamide) 125 or 250mg tablets for altitude sickness. Please discuss with us before starting to take this medicine.
- 1 small personal sized first-aid kit with blister treatments such as mole skin, band-aids, some waterproof tape, anti-infection ointments, etc. Your guides will have more extensive medical gear, but you should have the basics for general use.
Toiletries and personal Hygiene
- Quick drying towel (medium sized)
- Tooth brush/paste (preferably biodegradable)
- Multipurpose soap/handwash
- Deodorants
- Nail clippers
- Face and body moisturizer
- Feminine hygiene products
- Small mirror
- Wet wipes
- Sanitizers
Miscellaneous, but essential!
- Valid Passport
- Passport size photos (2 + copies).
- Airline ticket (Please make a copy and provide us one just in case if you need to change the date of your flight).
- Luggage Locks (2)
- 2 strong plastic garbage bags (for laundry and in case of rain) Refillable water bottle
Durable wallet / pouch for travel documents, money & passport. - Lip balm. At least SPF 20, 2 sticks. A string taped to the stick is helpful, to hang around your neck and some are now being sold with a cord already attached. Handy as it avoids you from having to stop and look for it.
- Sunscreen. SPF 40 is recommended and should be relatively new since it loses its’ effectiveness over time.
- Pocket knife or small Swiss Army type.
- Water purification Iodine tablets or Polar-pure crystals.
- 2 bandanas.
Optional (Luxuries)
- 1 pair adjustable trekking poles. Although these are listed as optional, these can be of great assistance to people who may think of themselves and generally clumsy or with bad knees, ankles, etc, especially when going downhill
- Favorite snack foods, no more than 2 pounds
- Reading materials, games (cards, chess, backgammon, scrabble, etc) music and chargers (there are a couple of stops where you could recharge. Avoid players with moving hardware as it may not function. Remember, keep these items light weight
- Binoculars
- Camera, film/memory cards, spare batteries (you must keep the batteries warm when not in use)
- Voltage converter (from 220 to 110)
- Trail Map/Guide book
- Journal & Pen, Pencils and small notebooks
- Extra contacts or glasses
- Pillow case (if use lodge provided pillows) or can use your own stuff sacks as pillow(s)
- Sleeping bag liner
- Hydration bladder with drinking tube and tube insulator
- A pee bottle for men and pee funnel for woman to avoid that chilly late night trip
- 1 small stainless steel thermos
The price per person for the Small group Journey is fixed as stated below. There is also the option of private and tailor made journey best suited for you, your family and friends. The discount is subjected to increase with the number of people in your group. Bigger the group better the discount so group bookings are highly encouraged.
Frequently Asked Questions
- All your departure is guaranteed to run?
- Do I need to tip my guide and porters? How much would that be?
- Can I add extra days to my trek or trip?
- Do you use Yaks and porters on the trek or do we carry all of our own gear?
- Will there be a place to store items clothing not require for the trek?
- What is the weight limit for Remote flight?
- Can I charge my digital camera, mobile or other equipment on my trip?
- Is there any communication while we are on trekking?
- Do you guys have a PAC portable altitude chamber?
- If I am sick can I continue the trek next day after a day rest?
- What if I am badly sick in the Mountain?
- Is Nepal Travel Expedition staff insured?
- What safety measures are in place? What safety equipment do your guides carry with them on the trek to deal with altitude sickness/accident?
- Do your guide have trekking guide certificate from the government tourism center? Have they received first aid training for high altitude?
- What is the weather and temperature like in trekking?
- What is the best session for this trekking?
- What is your cancellation policy?
- Is it possible to reserve a trip now pay deposit later or do I have to pay deposit at booking reservation?
- Do we book own international flights to and from Nepal?
- In case of cancelled flight due to weather condition, how do we reach Lukla from Kathmandu and vice versa?
- What is the alternative option if my flight to and from Lukla is delayed or cancelled?
- What mode of transportation do you use?
- How much additional money do I need per day for the trek?
- What are the opportunity will I have for the shower along the trek?
- What is the drinking water facilities in the mountain?
- If I am vegetarian, is that a problem?
- Is the food in mountain prepare to international standard in terms of safety?
- What are the Toilet facilities in the tea house or guest house in the trekking route?
- What short of accommodation can I expect in Kathmandu and in the trekking?
- What types of extra document do I need?
- Can I obtain visa for Nepal upon on arrival at airport?
- Will somebody come to pick me up at the airport upon my arrival?
- What types of Shape do I need to be in this trip?
Note:- Above mention information is just the guide line and a standard template of what we provide. The trip can be customize at your request to accommodate your specific require programmed the timeframe for the trip.
Trip Note:- During the trip you might face different different problems such as weather, local politics , transport or a multitude of other factor that are beyond our control could bring change in the programmed. However every unlikely that the itinerary would be substantially atered, if alternative way is necessary, then the tour leader will take decision that the best alternative option. We try to make understand everything clear that we can to minimize its effect but we can not ensure unseen result of changes or delays.
Flight delay in Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu
Lukla airport is located on a wonderful valley surrounded by high mountains. Due to this reason to landing and taking off those airport is considered be difficult and techinical issue. The weather in the areas unpredictable and likely to change every few hours resulting the flight might delay or cancellation in mountain weather condition is always changable we could not ensure even the weather forecast could not get right information.
Domestic Airlines
Nepal Domestic aircraft are Twin Otter and Dornier planes are the primary mode of transport service to and from the airstrip at lukla and jomsom. In mountain range flight is fairly depandable in weather condition however if the flight are cancelled due to weather condition to lukla, from kathmandu, to jomsom and from Pokhara we also can help you charter a helicopter to ensure you are on schedule for your trip and to catch International flight connections. The extra charges incurred are approximately couple of thousand USD 500-2500 per person would be applicable to you for the charter a helicopter. Normally Helicopter takes 4-6 people at a time and cost can be shared amongst the passangers. The heelicopter charge must be paid by the participant, which can later be submitted for reimbursement through travel insurance company. We can aslo help you with the necessary documents for a claim. Payment must be pait at the time service used by the passengers by USD cash or credit card, visa card, master card, american express are accepted for the helicopter trensport service. For the payment from any card require 4% bank service charge which goes directly to the bank.
Helicopter can fly in the visibility is 1500 meter, while the twin otter and dornier planes can fly if the visibility is 5000 meter or more as per the Nepal civil avation rules. If weqather condition is extrime or poor visibility than 1500m helicopter are also not operated. Also situation keeps on getting repeated for many days then you would be provide with alternative option for the trek and tour.
Why this trip make different?
Nepal Travel Expedition works closely with One of the main supporter's Charity service in Nepal. And contribute 10% of the tour cost for Orphan Childrens (sherpa Outdoor Foundation) We support them in many different ways.
Donation and Charity!
Nepal Travel Expedition donates 10% of its annual revenue to Sherpa Outdoor Foundation Orphan Children Home Which is Located in Lalitpur one can visit while you are in Nepal after or before the trip. We support Children's for Food, School, Clothes, Medicine also supporting stationery materials to Government School which is located at Lamjung district trying to build a library for them where they could find a different book to read. For this project, we are trying to collect donations.
Sponsorship and Partnership (volunteering programmed)
One of the major activities of Sherpa outdoor Children home in Lalitpur is fully conducted and collaborate with Nepal Travel Expedition and sister concern organization Nepal wildlife safari. The Volunteering concern programmed delivered by Nepal Travel Expedition and Sherpa Outdoor Foundation aims to mobilize a team of experts and interested individuals as an economic measure in providing human capital for education, health, community to share teaching skill various Government school in a different part of the country and community to delivered humanity skills also in our children home.