Gokyo Lake Trekking (18 Days Package Trip)

The Gokyo Valley is perhaps the most spectacular area in the Everest region and pilgrimage to visit the holy lakes on the lap of Mt. Cho-oyu(8201m). The valley is considered a traditional trek that offers the magnificent view of the mountains and Ngozumba glacier - the largest glacier in the Himalaya. The trail to Gokyo has a groups of small, well managed lodges and good camping spots, which have been serving the tourists in the area since the tourism started in this area. While the trail get to the top of Gokyo Ri (5360m) where the views are the amongst the most spectacular in Nepal including four 8,000 meter himalayan peaks, Cho-Oyo (8201m), Makalu (8463m), Lhotse (8501m) and of course the Mt. Everest (8850m). 

After short flight to Lukla; an adventure begins by following the Dudh Koshi river valley to Namche Bazaar. We trek at a steady pace allowing sufficient time for acclimatization and plenty of opportunity to enjoy the renowned Sherpa hospitality. The trail to Gokyo is an ongoing ascent up the valley passing through the rhododendron forest where the elusive musk deer can be seen. The mountain views are impressive as we head through small yak grazing settlements to the Gokyo Lakes . Here we stop for two nights for exploration, which will include the straight forward climb to Gokyo peak. Our return route crosses to the opposite side of the valley and passes through the village of Phortse and to Tengboche monastery, a most magnificent location where we savor the incredible scenery, including magnificent views of Mt. Everest, Ama Dablam (6812m), Kangtega (6809m), Kwangde peak (6194m), Nuptse (7879m), Lhotse (8501m) and many other peaks. We return back to Lukla through Namche Bazaar for our flight back to Kathmandu.