Gokyo Ri Trekking

Gokyo-Ri-Trekking

Gokyo Ri trekking the largest glacier of the Himalayas Apex at the elevation of 5357 meters is located on the west side of the Ngozumpa glacier. Gokyo at the base of Gokyo Ri, is a hamlet of a few stone houses and one of the highest settlements in the world. This impartially renowned Gokyo Ri Trekking route is specially designed for adventure anomaly willing to rejoice the spectacular views of the Mt, Everest ranges, while avoiding much of the physical stress.

We start the trek with a flight approx 35 minutes to Lukla from Kathmandu; we first stop at Namche Bazaar, ‘abode of the historic and heroic Sherpas’ from where we take a different route to Everest Base camp. From Namche Bazaar, the trail follows up to the Ngozumpa glacier, Machhermo Ri and finally ‘Gokyo valley’. As we trek in the direction of the beautiful Gokyo village, we follow through the dense rhododendron forests and really historic and captivating caves.

Once we initiate noticing the cord of blue lakes, that’s when we know that we have eventually hold out at the glacier valley. After acclimatizing here for a day, we hike up to Gokyo Ri the next morning which enrapture us with the astonishing 360 degree panorama of the 8,000 meter high snow-capped crown.

Gokyo Ri trekking is only the most well liked trekking package of the ‘Everest region’, also above is only a standard motif of the itinerary that we offer; we can customize the trek depending on your requirements at any time. So speed up and book your trek to amazing Gokyo Ri instantly !


Outline Itinerary

Day 1 Arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) Kathmandu.
Day 2 40 minutes Fly to Lukla (2728m) with your mountain guide
Day 3 Phakding to Namche Bazzar (3,446m) (5-6 hrs).
Day 4 Rest day at Namche for acclimatization and visit in Syangboche (Everest View Hotel 3900m)
Day 5 Trek to Dole (4190m) 5 hrs. Overnight at guesthouse. (B.L.D)
Day 6 Trek to Machhermo (4410m) 5 hrs. Overnight at guesthouse. (B.L.D)
Day 7 Trek to Gokyo Lake (4750m) 4 hrs. Overnight at guesthouse. (B.L.D)
Day8 Hike to Gokyo RI (5360m) 4 hrs. Overnight at guesthouse. (B.L.D)
Day 9 Gokyo Lake to Dragnak (4700m) 3 hrs. Overnight at guesthouse. (B.L.D)
Day 10 Trek to Dzongla (4830m) via Chola pass (5420m) 7 hrs. (B.L.D)
Day 11 Trek to Lobuche (4910m) 3 hrs. Overnight at guesthouse. (B.L.D)
Day 12 Trek to Everest Base Camp (5364m), and return to Gorekshep (5180m) 8 hrs. (B.L.D)
Day 13 Hiking to Kalapattar (5545m) - Gorekshep - Pheriche (4210m) 7 hrs. (B.L.D)
Day 14 Trek to Namche, 7 hrs. Overnight at guesthouse, (B.L.D)
Day 15 Trek from Namche to Lukla via Phakding (2,840m) (5-6 hrs).
Day 16 Flight from Lukla (2,840m) - Kathmandu (1,350m). And transfer to Hotel than rest of the time for shopping.
Day 17 Onward departure to your destination by our private vehicle. 3 hrs before you have to be airport (B)
Day 1 Arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) Kathmandu. Welcome with bunch of flower assistance at the Airport and meet with our staff (One of our company staff will be waiting you at the Airport with display your name ".................." which is print on our company white board and pick up by our private car and than 20 minutes drive to the Hotel. After few minutes rest in hotel, Visit in our office and have hot/cold drinks (Tea/Coffee) waiting to serve and have join together, One of our staff will brief you regarding the trip and introduction with your trekking guide. O/N at hotel.
Day 2 40 minutes Fly to Lukla (2728m) with your mountain guide and introduce with porter and then commence trek to Phakding (2640m) 2 and half hrs. Overnight in Lodge (B.L.D)
Day 3 Phakding to Namche Bazzar (3,446m) (5-6 hrs). Overnight in Lodge. (B, L, D)
Day 4 Rest day at Namche for acclimatization and visit in Syangboche (Everest View Hotel 3900m) and back to Namche. Overnight in Lodge. (B, L, D)
Day 5 Trek to Dole (4190m) 5 hrs. Overnight at guesthouse. (B.L.D)
Day 6 Trek to Machhermo (4410m) 5 hrs. Overnight at guesthouse. (B.L.D)
Day 7 Trek to Gokyo Lake (4750m) 4 hrs. Overnight at guesthouse. (B.L.D)
Day8 Hike to Gokyo RI (5360m) 4 hrs. Overnight at guesthouse. (B.L.D)
Day 9 Gokyo Lake to Dragnak (4700m) 3 hrs. Overnight at guesthouse. (B.L.D)
Day 10 Trek to Dzongla (4830m) via Chola pass (5420m) 7 hrs. (B.L.D)
Day 11 Trek to Lobuche (4910m) 3 hrs. Overnight at guesthouse. (B.L.D)
Day 12 Trek to Everest Base Camp (5364m), and return to Gorekshep (5180m) 8 hrs. (B.L.D)
Day 13 Hiking to Kalapattar (5545m) - Gorekshep - Pheriche (4210m) 7 hrs. (B.L.D)
Day 14 Trek to Namche, 7 hrs. Overnight at guesthouse, (B.L.D)
Day 15 Trek from Namche to Lukla via Phakding (2,840m) (5-6 hrs). Overnight in Lodge. (B, L, D)
Day 16 Flight from Lukla (2,840m) - Kathmandu (1,350m). And transfer to Hotel than rest of the time for shopping. Join us for the farewell dinner at Nepali typical restaurant in the evening at 07:00 PM with culture program. (B, D)
Day 17 Onward departure to your destination by our private vehicle. 3 hrs before you have to be airport (B)
Abbrebiations: B, L, D means : Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Price Includes

-Airport Pick up and drop off by our private vehicle
-Kathmandu hotel room on bed and Breakfast (B) basis
-Domestic airfare (Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu)
-Trekkers Information Management System (TIMS) permits fees
-Sagarmatha National Park entry permits fees.
-Accommodation and 3 meals a day such as Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner (B,L,D) while on the trek in Lodges (Tea house)
-Fully escorted trek with an English speaking license holder local sherpa trekking guide and a porter for each 2 persons.
-All program according to itinerary on full board.
-All land transfer as per above itinerary by our private vehicle
-Skyline Company T-shirt
-Farewell dinner at Nepali typical restaurant with culture program
-Wage, equipment, insurance and other facilities to staff.

Price Excludes

-Nepal tourist visa fee US$ 40, with multiple entries for 30 days, you may easily issue the visa upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport Kathmandu. (it will be ready within few minutes) You will require each 2 passport size photos.
-Kathmandu hotel Lunch and Dinner (L, D)
-Personal Spending money and all kind of drinks (Alcoholic, hot and cold drinks) bar bill, Int'l Telephone bill, hot shower, batteries charge, laundry etc. Tips for guide, porter and driver. (Tipping is expected).
-Travel Insurance and medical evacuation in case of emergency

Quick Facts

  • Best Season: Autumn,Spring,Summer.
  • Duration: 17 days
  • Trekking Days: 16 days
  • Grade: Moderate
  • Rating: Moderate
  • Maximum Altitude: 5545 m
  • Commences At: Kathmandu
  • Ends At: Lukla.
  • Code: GR07

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