Gokyo Lake Trek: Captivating turquoise lakes nestled amidst majestic Himalayan peaks.

Gokyo Lake Trek: Captivating turquoise lakes nestled amidst majestic Himalayan peaks.

Gokyo Lake Trek

Trekking out of the ordinary in the Khumbu region is the Gokyo Lake Trek. This trek, although challenging, leads to some of the highest points of the Khumbu region. And on offer is a visit to the Gokyo lakes, some of the highest freshwater lakes in the world. Similarly, the Gokyo lake Trek obviously incorporates climbing the Gokyo Ri (5360m) which offers a majestic panorama of snow-capped Himalayas. Complementing the entire journey; the Sherpa villages guarantee a cultural experience as well.

The trip starts as we catch a plane from Kathmandu to the town of Lukla in the Khumbu Region. As we take on a tourist-packed trail to Phakding; feast on the views of Mount Kusum Khangkaru (6367m) and Thamserku (6608m). Consecutively, a trek to Namche and arrival at this Sherpa town will be an enticing affair across the Dudh Koshi river valley. While at Namche, first-hand view of the Mount Everest (8848m) from Hotel Everest view is mesmerizing. The trail then takes us darting towards the exotic Himalayas as we cross Himalayan settlements at Dhole and Machhermo. This eventually leads to the Ngozumpa Glacier, the largest in Nepal which stretches across a vast landscape.

We head further to Gokyo village which rewards us with great views of glacial lakes, six of them in total, turquoise and serene. The next day we hike up the Gokyo Ri (5360m), a peak by the village, which is at the same altitude as the Everest Base Camp. Although distant, the summit of Gokyo Ri is a viewpoint for some of the highest peaks-mostly 8000’ers namely Everest (8848m), Lhotse (8414m), Makalu (8463m), and Cho Oyu (8188m). We wrap up our trek of the Himalayas and retrace our trail back to Lukla before heading back to Kathmandu. This is a challenging trek, however, you have to go an altitude of 5,360 meters. This is trek is suitable for Spring (March to May) and Autumn (September to November)

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Trip Overview & Key Facts

DURATION

14 days

MAX ALTITUDE

5360 m

TRIP GRADE

Moderate

MIN. GROUP

2 People people

GEOGRAPHY

LOCATION

Solukhumbu, Everest Region

RELIGION

ETHNIC PEOPLE

ACCOMMODATION

TRANSPORTATION

Key Highlights

Hike up the Gokyo Ri (5360m) and enjoy the panorama of the Himalayas including the Mt. Everest(8848m).
Visit the bustling Sherpa town of Namche Bazaar.
Explore the Sagarmatha National Park and its biodiversity.
Enjoy the Sherpa culture and lifestyle on the trek trails.
Relish the tranquility and views in the vicinity of the five Gokyo Lakes.

Trip Itinerary

Land at the Tribhuvan International Airport. A representative from Danphe Adventure Treks will pick you up and transfer to the trip hotel of your choice. For the remainder of the day, you can head out to explore the valley. Overnight stay at a hotel in Kathmandu..

AccommodationsHotel

Today, you explore the UNESCO World Heritage sites of Swayambhunath, Boudhanath, Pashupatinath, and Kathmandu Durbar Square, all within Kathmandu Valley. All of these are UNESCO world heritage sites and have played a crucial role to recognize Kathmandu as a city prosperous with cultural and religious heritage. You can also prepare for the trek including obtaining trekking permits, equipment, and accessories. Overnight stay at a hotel in Kathmandu.

AccommodationsHotel

Meals Provided Breakfast

Trip Hour6

Fly northeast from Kathmandu to the Khumbu region. A 30-min flight with views of the Himalayas will conclude in spectacular fashion as we land at Lukla airport. You start the trek from Lukla to Phakding after meeting the trek leader and rest of the team. The trek will include an ascent past sub-tropical forest and crossing rivers over suspension bridges.
Overnight stay at Phakding.

Meals Provided Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Hike along the Dudh Koshi River heading upstream. The trail takes you through the lush green forest of rhododendron and juniper. Past Monjo, you enter the Sagarmatha National Park. Views of Ama Dablam (6856m) and Thamserku (6608m) appear. The final stretch of this trail involves an ascent to Namche Bazaar. Arrive at this world-renowned Sherpa town and a trading hub in the Khumbu region. Overnight stay at Namche.

AccommodationsTea house/Lodge

Meals Provided Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Wake up to the grand views of Mount Everest (8848m) and Lhotse (8414m). An acclimatization day is to adapt to a higher altitude so, you take light hiking sessions to adapt yourself. You head up to the Hotel Everest View for an unobstructed view of Mount Everest (8848m). An excursion to Khumjung and Khunde villages will take you on a circuit around the area. Back in Namche, visit the Sherpa museum for insight on their culture and lifestyle. Overnight stay at Namche.

AccommodationsTea house/Lodge

Meals Provided Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

You begin the day with a trek up above the flat trail from Namche. Dudh Koshi River gushes terrifyingly below the trail as views of Kangtega (6782m) and Ama Dablam (6856m) make a gorgeous backdrop. You cross the beautiful village of Kyangjuma and divert from the Everest base camp trek to take the trail to Gokyo. A steep trek takes you to Phortse Tenga followed by Dhole. Overnight stay at Dhole.

AccommodationsTea house/Lodge

Meals Provided Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Taking the barren and sparsely crowded trail we head for Machhermo. Trek along the side of a valley with views of Cho Oyu (8188m). The terrain is barren with scrub juniper and low lying bushes that complement the landscape. Machhermo like Dhole is perched by the hills with snow-covered peaks placed aptly in the backdrop. Overnight stay at Machhermo.

AccommodationsTea house/Lodge

Meals Provided Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

The highlight day of Gokyo Ri Trek, a 4-hour hike along the Gokyo valley starts from Machhermo. You meet a river that trickles from the Ngozumpa glacier, the largest in Nepal. Climbing along the rocky hill by the glacier, you get a glimpse of the first of a string of lakes. Continue on to the second lake while enjoying magnificent views of Cho Oyu (8188m). Overnight stay at Gokyo.

AccommodationsTea house/Lodge

Meals Provided Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

A day away from the trails, take the time to hike up the Gokyo Ri. As you start the day, explore the Gokyo valley on your way up. Not much of a trail, you tread through snow and boulders to the top. Scintillating views of the Himalayan range stretches across the horizon with Gokyo lakes provide euphoric moments atop the peak. On your way down, you explore the fourth and fifth lakes around 3km away. Wrapping up the excursion of Gokyo, head back along the same trail to Machhermo and then to Dhole. Overnight stay at Dhole.

AccommodationsTea house/Lodge

Meals Provided Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Retracing our trail, we head for Namche starting our descent to Phortse Tenga. Khumbila, Taboche, Ama Dablam, and Kangtega ranges appear at a touching distance as the stairway to heaven reappears; only this time, we climb down these stairs. We will cross Sanasa and Kyangjuma before we reach Namche Bazaar. Overnight stay at Namche Bazaar.

AccommodationsTea house/Lodge

Meals Provided Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

You take the same trail back along the Dudh Koshi River, this time downstream. Cross over a suspension bridge to arrive in Jorsalle and then trek past the forest to Phakding. Catch your breath and enjoy the magnificent panorama of tall hills and an occasional glimpse of the mountains as you first ascend the trail and then firmly descend onto Lukla. Overnight stay at Lukla.

AccommodationsTea house/Lodge

Meals Provided Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Take the mountain flight back from Lukla airport to Kathmandu. Enjoy parting views of snow-capped peaks from the air as you head back to the capital city. Landing in Kathmandu a company representative will receive you and transfer you to the hotel. Overnight stay at a hotel in Kathmandu.

AccommodationsHotel

Meals Provided Breakfast

This day is sanctioned to a reserve day if the trip gets interrupted due to bad weather in the Himalayas. If the trek does not come across any unexpected circumstances, you can explore the Kathmandu Valley. Enjoy the historical expedition of Narayanhiti Palace Museum or head out to Bhaktapur city. Join us for a farewell dinner as we share memories from the trip and exchanged mementos. Overnight stay at a hotel in Kathmandu.

AccommodationsHotel

Meals Provided Breakfast

A Danphe Adventure Treks representative will keep you company on the drive to the Tribhuvan International Airport. You will be dropped 3-hours prior to your scheduled flight. We bid you farewell and with hope, you visit again.

Trip Inclusions & Exclusions

What's Included

Airport Pickups and drops in a private vehicle.
Hotel in Kathmandu and with breakfast as per the Itinerary.
Cultural tour at Kathmandu with Guide in private vehicle.
All meals (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner) during the trek.
All Ground and Air Transportation during the Trek.
An experienced, English speaking, and friendly guide and Porter (1 Porter 2 trekkers).
Salary for the staff including their food, drinks, accommodation, and transportation.
All necessary paper works, Conservation entry permits, and TIMS card.
An arrangement for emergency helicopter service which will be paid by your travel insurance.
Sleeping bag, down jacket and trekking map, if necessary,( to be returned after the trek)
All government taxes, vat, and local taxes.

Cost Excludes

Nepal entry visa fee. (You may easily issue the visa upon your arrival at Tribhuwan international airport (Kathmandu). You will require 2 passport size photos & 25 USD.
International airfare.
Your travel insurance (compulsory).
Meals in Kathmandu
Entry fees for cultural tours.
Personal expenses (alcoholic, non-alcoholic drinks bar bills, battery charge, extra porter, boiled water shower, etc.).
Tips for guide, porter and driver

Need a customized private package or equipment rental assistance? Our expedition planners can adjust gear rentals, single room supplements, or flight transfers upon request.

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Trek Route Map

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Traveler Reviews

Shishir Sharma Banjade

Oct 20, 2025 · Hiking

Our Everest Base Camp trek with Magical Nepal went beyond every expectation we had. What first pulled us towards them was the level of detail on their website. The trek descriptions, itineraries, and planning material made it far easier to work out which adventure was actually the right one for us.

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Trekkers with snowy peaks

Shishir Sharma Banjade

Oct 20, 2025 · Hiking

Our Everest Base Camp trek with Magical Nepal went beyond every expectation we had. What first pulled us towards them was the level of detail on their website. The trek descriptions, itineraries, and planning material made it far easier to work out which adventure was actually the right one for us.

Hiker at sunrise

Trekkers with snowy peaks

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FAQs

Currently, all the foreign nationalities (except Indians) require a visa to enter Nepal. Visas are obtainable from embassies abroad or on arrival at Kathmandu’s Airport. If getting the visa at the airport be prepared for long queues. You will also need to provide one passport photo and the $50 USD fee for 30 days.

Gokyo lake Trek requires you to trek at an altitude of a maximum of 5360m and up to 5- 8 hours per day, with a small 5-7kg bag. We recommended you to train with long hikes and/or a sport of your choice (e.g. jogging).

There is no age restriction for doing this trip, but if you are under 16 it will better to trek with your parents. You must be health-conscious during the trek.

Included:

Guides and Porters
Transportation (including airport transfers)
Accommodation
Permits & national park fees
Sightseeing tour in Kathmandu
All meal during the trek
Seasonal fruits

Excluded:

International flights to Kathmandu
Food – (while you are in City)
Showers on Trek
Tips
Visa fees (typically $50 USD)
Personal travel/rescue insurance

To be sure that you make your trek, or return from it, it may be necessary to make the flight to/from Lukla by a chartered helicopter. Helicopters can operate in some weather that aircraft cannot. Should a helicopter be needed, it will be at the expense of the travelers. Please seek further advice about this from your insurance provider.

Hopefully, weather delays will not occur, or if they do it will be for a limited time. Should the delays stretch into days and neither helicopter nor flight are a viable option, a collective decision will be made by the group on how to proceed.

You will stay in the Hotel while you are in the city of Kathmandu, which is like a 3-star category. The hotel has access to showers and intermittent internet.

But while you are in trekking Tea House/lodges are the place where you spend the night during the trek, which is very basic. The room is pretty small with twin sharing and a common washroom. Some places have squat style toilets, whilst others have a western style. Shower does not always offer warm water and most teahouses will charge you for use of a hot shower.

Meals will be served as per the menu of the teahouse/lodges. Where you can find a variety of dishes like Indian, Nepalese, Tibetan, Continental, etc, to choose. Tea, coffee, bakery items, snacks, bars eggs, etc can also be found easily.

The currency used in Nepal is Nepalese Rupees (NPR). You are unable to get NPR outside of Nepal and therefore you will need to exchange money in Kathmandu. The easiest currency to exchange is USD and Euro. You can also withdraw NPR from the ATM but check with your bank about the relevant charges to do this.

Yes, there is a good facility of bank and ATM in Lukla and Namche Bazaar.

There is a huge change of AMS problem i.e. Acute Mountain Sickness problem. It may cause some problems as you trek higher above 3500-meter altitude (11,482 ft.). But don’t worry about that. We have carefully designed our Gokyo lake trek itinerary with sufficient time for acclimatization and less walking time each day. And our experienced trek guide will be helping you with it.

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