Trip overview
Gokyo Lake Trek Overview
During the 10-day scenic Gokyo Ri trek, you can visit either Gokyo Peak or 5th Lake. Mt. Everest’s view from the fifth lake is better than from Gokyo Peak and Kala Patthar. Scenic journeys to the Everest region of Nepal; Trekking is the wildest walker holiday activity. Apart from reaching the base camp of Mount Everest the alluring Khumbu region holds numerous gorgeous places to visit. Scenic Gokyo Peak Trek 10 days in Nepal takes trekkers to a blue turquoise lake mirroring the mighty mountains.
The Prospect of reaching the shores of Gokyo Lake has an abundance of water coming out of the world’s sixth highest mountain Mt. Choyou (8188 m) is not an ordinary holiday in the trinity. Beholding the most picturesque high pass the Renjo La Pass (5360 m) in route to the Everest Three High Passes Trek and residing in the tranquil Sherpa hamlet offers the momentous holiday event of your life.
Gokyo Valley is the alternative trip of the Everest Base Camp
Himalaya View Treks is pleased to present this cheerful short trekking route adventure in the Khumbu region. The vicinity of Everest Base Camp and Gokyo Ri trek, are both popular trekking in the Khumbu Valley of Nepal. But better views from Gokyo Ri than from the Everest base camp and Kala Patthar. Gokyo Lake Trek Itinerary leads from Lukla and traverses through green lush sub-alpine forests of rhododendron, pines, and coniferous trees as well as a hilly-Himalayan landscape. The Ramsar-listed site has a total of six lakes under the Gokyo Lake System. Among these six lakes third is the most popular and up to the fifth lake is accessible. trekkers follow the Everest Base Camp trek itinerary until they reach Namche Bazaar including acclimatization activities. Trekkers take the route of Mongla Danda with Mt. Tabuchi on the backdrop leaving the route to Everest via Tengboche near Kyangjuma.
Gokyo Peak 10 Days Trek with Himalaya View Treks 2026/2027
HVT arrange a 10-day Gokyo Ri trek with Everest’s familiar local guide and strong Sherpa Porter. Book your trip with us in 2026/ 2027. Moreover, during 10 days of trekking to Gokyo Lake, we can include Fifth Lake too. The Gokyo Valley trek journey passes by small teahouses places like Dole and Machhermo with Mt. Cholatse and Tabuchi looming large in the background. As trekkers travel north the sight of Mt. Choyou in far distance keeps on calling for adventure wanderers. First Lake welcomes trekkers and the second lake paves the way toward the ultimate third lake.
The journey around the Gokyo Lakes offers best experiences of Himalayan glacial lakes. Lakes are believed to be connected to each other in underground water channel. The source of water in these lakes are from the glacier of the Choyou Mountain. Similarly, these lakes are also in the vicinity of the world’s longest glacier, the Ngozumpa glacier. The length of the glacier is 36 kilometers. If you book the Gokyo Ri trek, then you can surely enjoy majestic and scenic places alternative to the Everest Base Camp Trek route.
Views from Gokyo Ri: Range of Everest to Makalu
There are many top vantage points in the Everest region for amazing Himalayan scenery. Among several vantage points, Gokyo Ri (5360 m) is definitely on top alongside Kalapathar (5545 m). Trekkers have to walk for about 2 to 2.5 hours to reach the top of the Gokyo Ri from the shores of Gokyo Lake. Best things to do on top of the Gokyo Ri are either sunset or sunrise experiences. We highly recommend sunrise experiences than sunset experiences from the top of the Ri. During the sunrise, you get to see the best scenery of mountains, valleys, glaciers, and cascading hills in the best morning light.
Enjoy the scenery of mountains like Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Choyou, Makalu, Amadablam, Cholatse, Khumbutse, Thamserku, Kusum Kangaru, etc. It’s so fulfilling to get the scenery of Mt. Makalu too from the top. Furthermore, the sight of the Gokyo Lake from the top is so majestic. The blue turquoise lake, small hamlet, and mountains scenery seems like a painted canvas from the top. Therefore, most of the trekkers and locals consider the Gokyo Ri as the best photography spot in the Khumbu region.
Fun-filled Trek to Gokyo Lake
Furthermore, on the shores of Gokyo Lake lays, the beautiful Sherpa hamlet blessed by the magnificent sunrise viewpoint hill of Gokyo Ri (5357 m). Trekkers trek to Fifth Lake as well during this adventure walking holiday in the Everest region of Nepal. One can get a beautiful Tibetan side view of Mt. Everest during Fifth Lake Trekking. After the marvelous sunrise view trek of Gokyo Ri trekkers gets back to Lukla following a similar route.
Side Trips from Gokyo Village
The valley of Gokyo is in the cross roads of different trekking routes in the Khumbu region. Popular side trips from Gokyo valley area are Chola Pass Trek and Renjo La Pass Trek. Furthermore, it is also in the trekking route of the Everest Three High Passes Trek and Cho La Pass Trek in Nepal. Similarly, it is also in the cross road of the Everest Two Passes Trek in Nepal. Allocate 7 to 9 days to include different side trips. For example, the addition of the Everest Base Camp hike via Chola Pass requires another 6 to 7 days.
Himalaya View Treks for Scenic Walking Holiday in Gokyo Valley Everest Region
Are you looking for 10 days Gokyo Ri Trek itinerary and affordable rate to explore Everest region Nepal? If yes, then look no further than the Gokyo Ri Trek in Nepal. The trek takes you to the magnificent five lakes and the best vantage point. Ramsar Conservation Site is also the natural protection area. Furthermore, the culture of Sherpa community naturally protects the wildlife and vegetation. You can’t hunt wild animals in the region. With this cultural insight, we present you the best scenic walking holiday in Everest.
Get the best walking holiday package in Nepal with HIMALAYA VIEW TREKS. Highly experienced trekking guides and the local way of managing things make your 10 Gokyo Ri Trek informative and adventurous. Everest region is calling and choosing the experts for such high altitude adrenaline-rushing adventure in Khumbu Nepal.
Explore Another Himalayan Adventure: Langtang Valley Trek
For trekkers looking for a quieter Himalayan experience beyond the Everest region, the Langtang Valley Trek is an excellent alternative. Located north of Kathmandu near the Tibetan border, this trek offers a perfect blend of mountain scenery, rich Tamang culture, and beautiful landscapes. The trail passes through lush forests, traditional villages, yak pastures, and glacial valleys, with spectacular views of peaks such as Langtang Lirung, Dorje Lakpa, and Ganesh Himal. Compared to higher-altitude routes, the Langtang Valley Trek is more accessible while still providing an authentic Himalayan adventure. Trekkers can explore local monasteries, experience warm village hospitality, and enjoy peaceful trails surrounded by dramatic mountains. If you are planning a Himalayan journey after completing or considering the Gokyo Ri Trek, the Langtang Valley Trek offers a rewarding cultural and scenic experience in Nepal’s less crowded trekking region.
Short Itinerary
Gokyo Ri Trek Itinerary - 10 days
Day 01: Flight to Lukla and trek to Phakding Hiking distance: 3 to 4 hours.
Day 02: Phakding to Namche Bazaar. Hiking distance: 6 to 7 hours
Day 03: Namche to Dole. Hiking distance 6 to 7 hours
Day 04: Dole to Macherma. Hiking distance 3 to 4 hours
Day 05: Macherma to Gokyo Lake Hiking distance 5 to 6 hours.
Day 06: Climb Gokyo Peak ( Gokyo Ri ) or hike to Cho Yo base camp fifth lake. Hiking distance: 5 to 6 hours
Day 07: Gokyo to Dole Hiking distance about 6/7 hours hike.
Day 08: Dole to Namche bazaar Hiking distance 6 hrs.
Day 09: Namche to Lukla Hiking distance 6 to 7 hours.
Day 10 Morning flight back to Kathmandu.
Detailed Itinerary
day 01: Flight to Lukla and trek to Phakding
Early in the morning we will gear up for the flight to the world’s most extreme airport, the Lukla Tenzing Hillary Airport. From this place we will commence our trekking. We will walk towards Phakding which is at the 2610 m from sea level. The trail is easy and gentle with 2 suspension bridge and many Mani walls along the way. Phakding is located on the bank of Dudhkoshi River. Overnight at teahouse, Refresh and dinner- Lukla to Phakding walking distance 6.2 kilometers, (3-4 Hours) 2,860 meter/9184ft
day 02: Trekking to Namche Bazaar.
Today is the day we enter the Sagarmatha National Park. Moreover, today we will be crossing at least 5 suspension bridges along the way including famous Hillary Twin Bridge at the foothill of Namche Bazaar Hill. We will be able to see the first view of Mt. Everest from Top Danda which is few meters away from Namche Bazaar. Remember that it is dependent upon the weather conditions. Stroll around the marketplace in the evening. The best view of Thamserku and Kwangde Ri is possible to capture from Namche Bazaar. Stay overnight at our teahouse. Refresh and dinner -Phakding to Namche walking distance is 9.4 kilometers. (5-6 Hours) 3,440m/11,283ft
day 03: Trekking to Dole.
Trek from Namche to Dole route is incredibly scenic as you hike up the Dudh Koshi valley, passing stupas and views of Ama Dablam, Everest, Konde Peak, Thamserku, and many more. Walking distance 6/7 hours (3680 m/ 12073ft) over night at Dole.
day 04: Lake Trekking to Macherma
You will be following the Gokyo lake trail to Macchermo. The trail is an uphill trail. You should climb slowly and gradually to Macchermo. Walking Distance 6/7 hours ( 3870m/12696ft ) overnight at a lodge in Macchermo.
day 05: Trek to Gokyo Lake
Finally, trekking to the tranquil Gokyo valley. The trail is amazing and the terrain is uniquely amazing. You will see wonderful Himalayan views. The Gokyo village is located at Third lake: Dudh Pokhari in its front yard. Overnight at our teahouse lodge, Refresh and dinner, Walking Distance 5/6 hours ( 4800m/15748ft overnight at a lodge in Gokyo.
day 06: Climb Gokyo Ri or hike to fifth lake.
Hike to Gokyo Ri (Peak) or fifth lake. Both are famous viewpoint in Gokyo valley trek. Gokyo Ri (5360M) and Fifth lake (5200M) and Early in the morning, you can do Fifht lake or Gokyo Ri you can choose and tell to your guide. fifth lake take full days and have to prepare pack lunch. over night at Gokyo.
day 07: Trek back to Dole from Gokyo
After such an amazing experience we will return back to Dole. After breakfast we will retrace the trek trail back to Dole via Machhermo. Refresh and dinner – Gokyo to Dole walking distance 10.3km (5-6 hours) 3680 m / 12073ft
Day 08: Trek from Dole to Namche bazar
The return trip during Gokyo or any high altitude trekking in Nepal is amazing. This is because of the decreasing altitude. Therefore, lots of people consider the return trip as the most joyous time of trekking. Enjoy your return trip. Your body will also support you and the scenery is outstanding as always. Overnight at our teahouse lodge, Refresh and dinner, Dole to Namche Walking Distance 6.9 km (5-6 hours) 3440m/11285ft
day 09: Trek back to Lukla
We will trek back to Lukla on this day. The trail is the same. However, you will be able to witness lot more new things during the return trip. It is because; you have already completed the base camp journey. By this time you would have already been adjusted to the high altitude. Therefore, talk to the locals and understand the daily lives of the people in the trail. Once you reach Lukla, arrange the celebration. Today is the last day of the trekking. Therefore, celebrate with your guide and porter. Overnight at our teahouse lodge refresh and dinner, Namche to Lukla Walking Distance 13km (5-6 hours) 2,800 m 9,100 ft
Day 10: Lukla to Kathmandu by flight
We will fly from Lukla to Kathmandu (1300 m). We wake up early for our flight back to Kathmandu. We say goodbye to the serene and magnificent mountains and board the flight to come back to the city civilization. The rest of the afternoon in Kathmandu will be at leisure. Walking around the streets of Kathmandu; souvenir shopping; finding a massage or relaxing at the hotel can be easy ways to spend time.
Included
- Airport pickup and drop as per client’s arrival and departure date
- Hotel- domestic airport- hotel by car/ van, depend on group sizes
- Domestic flights (Kathmandu - Lukla - Kathmandu) tickets including airport taxes
- All meals (Breakfast, lunch, and dinner) during your Gokyo Lake Trek
- 9 nights Hotel Accommodation during Gokyo Lake Trek
- Government licensed holder, fluent English Speaking, Familiar HVT guide
- Assistant guide if Group sizes is more than 10 trekkers)
- Strong local Porters for Carry trekker’s luggage One porter every 2 trekkers
- Staff insurance including medication coverage
- Guide and Assistance both ways Lukla flight Ticket
- Guide and porter wages including their meals, accommodation, and Salary
- Equipment for the Company staff
- Water purification drop or tablets for safe drinking water
- Sagarmatha National Park entry permit fee
- Khumbu Pashang Lhamu Rural Municipality permits fees
- Seasonal fresh fruits every day during Gokyo Lake trek
- Oximeter to measure Pulse and oxygen level
- Himalaya View Treks Company T-shirt as a Souvenirs, and duffle bag if needed
- Free and safe storing at company store during the trek
- Local government, taxes, including official Service Charge
- Trip completion Certificate
Not Included
- Hotel accommodation and meals In Kathmandu.
- Personal expense (shopping, snacks, boil bottle water, hot (tea, coffee) and cold drinks, hot shower, alcohol, Wi-Fi,
- Personal expense (shopping, snacks, boil bottle water, hot (tea, coffee) and cold drinks, hot shower, alcohol, Wi-Fi, telephone call, battery charge fee during the gokyo lake trek)
- Personal clothing and trekking gear
- Personal travel insurance including evacuation coverage (compulsory) up to 6000m)
- All the costs and expenses which are not mentioned in includes list.
- Tips for guide and porters. in end of the treks
Useful Info
Gokyo Peak Trip Highlights
- Trek to the iconic Gokyo Lake with support from our experienced team of guides, crew and porters who simply love what they do.
- Climb Gokyo Ri (5560m) for grandstand views of Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse and surrounding peaks. The sights hereabouts are some of the best in the world.
- Longest glacier in the Himalayas (Ngozumpa Glacier 36km long. )
- Experience the breathtaking mountain flight to Lukla, you’ll love it.
- Immerse yourself in colorful ancient Kathmandu with an optional s/seeing
- Experience the warmth and hospitality of the Sherpa people. Interact with them to learn of their lifestyles & traditions as they survive in harsh conditions for all of their lives.
Is Gokyo Ri your ideal trek?
Trekking in the Everest region is all about attitude. By its very nature adventure travel involves that you be prepared for the unexpected. In far-flung and developing countries do not expect the standards you are used to at home. Remote areas are sometimes unpredictable and itineraries may be altered. To enjoy your trip and get the most out of your adventure it is important that you are flexible, positive and eager to take on all the challenges that arise from your Gokyo Lake odyssey. If you’re a greenhorn in the wilderness world then this trek would be ideal for you.
To truly enjoy this trip, you should be pretty habituated to walking 4-6 hours each day for several days on the go while some days will be relatively longer. We encourage you to walk at a pace that suits you without any rush whatsoever. This is a key aspect of enjoying such trips in the planet’s most popular region. You ought to be physically fit and an active walker to get the best of this classic mountainous journey to the south side of the mighty Everest.
General information important to this trip:
Difficulty levels
TREKKING AT HIGH ALTITUDES (over 3500m)
This trip includes strenuous trekking at altitudes of over 3500m. For us altitude is a very serious issue, a result that has kept our records clean making us one of the best adventure operators in Nepal for over 30 years of operating treks in the region. Our trekking guests must be in great health and have high fitness levels to attempt this trip, as well as be committed to training to ensure you are suitably physically prepared for the tough challenges that go above 4500m.
Altitude sickness is a risk for anyone, including on the Annapurna, Langtang, Everest Base Camp trek and Gokyo Lake trek. Please make sure you familiarise yourself with signs and symptoms before you depart and monitor your own health during your trek, without letting it worry you.
We advise all our guests to undergo a thorough medical with their personal physician before they embark on this trip.
Participating in a group trip
When you travel with a group you will find much camaraderie and all the fun and also there’s bound to be some of the frustrations of travelling in a group. Your group mates will probably come from all corners of the world and you will come across a range of age groups too. We ask you to be understanding of the various needs and preferences of your group - patience with your fellow travellers is sometimes required for the benefit of everyone's travel experience. Remember too that you have responsibilities to the group. If you are requested to be at a place at a certain time, ensure you’re on time without keeping the rest of the group waiting. Experience has taught us often that the very best trips we operate are those where the chemistry within the group work well - this simply requires a ‘give a little take a little’ attitude effort on your part. For privacy reasons we are unable to provide you with contact details and any personal information about your fellow travellers booked on your trip prior to departure.
TRAVELLERS who prefer going SOLO:
Our group trips are generally planned for shared accommodation and don't involve single supplements. Single travelers share with people of the same gender in accommodation ranging from twin to multishare. Some of our itineraries have accommodation booked on a mixed gender share basis [for couples or trekkers known to each other prior to the trip]. On a selection of our trips, you have the option to pay a single supplement to ensure that you have your own accommodation (where available). Please note that this only applies to accommodation during the trek - pre-trip and post-trip accommodation will be booked on a single room basis at your hotel in Kathmandu. We also have arrangements for guests who wish to trek completely solo out of the group.
Travel Insurance
when booking with Himalaya View Treks, it’s a condition upon joining any of our trips where all clients must be insured for comprehensive expenses that might incur due to medical issues or accidents (this includes air ambulance, helicopter rescue, and treatment costs). Please note that we don't arrange or sell insurance because such a system is not allowed in our country.
Our Cost versus the Experience
At Himalaya View Treks, we always go the mile to ensure our trekking guests get the best experiences of the trip with maximum comfort and safety on a ratio that goes beyond the cost that we charge for the trip. We provide a ‘no frills’ price with breakdowns to make sure our client are getting the best for a cost that goes beyond all expectations
Tipping [an expectation on such risky arduous trips]
Tipping is very much part of the culture in Nepal and although entirely at your discretion, it is usually expected. Often people would like to tip in recognition of good service but are unsure how much would be appropriate in a foreign country - for this reason, we have listed guideline amounts below (these are intended as a guideline only and you may see fit to give more or less depending on the service that you have received).
For the tipping of your trek staff and your tour leader, we suggest passing an envelope for each staff member around the group so that everyone can put in what they feel comfortable with anonymously.
The following are guideline amounts received by each staff member from the group as a whole...
- Tour Leader: Rs30, 000 - 35,000 (usually tipped on the last night in Kathmandu)
- Your trekking crew (tips are usually given on the last evening of the trek in Lukla):
- Head Trekking Guide and Assistant Guides: Rs20, 000 - 25,000 for each guide
- Trek Porters/yak men: Rs10, 000 for each porter or yak man
Acute Mountain Sickness [AMS]
When we ascend above 2500 meters our bodies have to acclimatize to the decreasing amount of the oxygen available. So, to allow our bodies to adjust we have designed our treks in ways that help you ascend slowly, allowing acclimatization to occur when you go above the tree lines where the air is thinner. However, during the acclimatization process, you may experience some of the following symptoms.
- Headache
- Tiredness
- Disturbed sleep patterns
- Loss of appetite/nausea
- Shortness of breath
- Cough
- Palpitation
- Swelling of the hands and face
But if you feel such symptoms don’t let it worry because it’s normal. Individuals acclimatize at different rates. Some may experience symptoms, some may not. Your best strategy is to take your time and drink plenty of water. These symptoms may not indicate the onset of A.M.S. and if you experience them it does not necessarily mean that you should not continue. All our group leaders have extensive first aid training and we urge you to communicate with the group leader at all times should you believe you have any symptoms in order that we can effectively monitor your symptoms as you go higher. The only cure for Acute Mountain Sickness is to descend. Please note, that your group leader has ultimate responsibility and may ask you to descend if symptoms persist. As a last resort, if matters grow from bad to worse, we always have a helicopter on standby for immediate evacuation.
A Typical Day on the Gokyo Lake Trek
A typical day on the trail begins with a wake-up call at around 6 AM by your guide. Freshen up and get ready. Pack your belongings and head to the dining area for breakfast by 7 AM. Check your luggage for the final time and fill your water bottle before you hit the trail by 8 AM, along with your guide.
To avoid walking in the heat and enjoy clear mountain views, you make an early start. En route, there will be short breaks to enjoy the views and take photographs. You haul up for lunch at a local teahouse around noon or mid-day. After a quick rest of about an hour or 40 minutes, you get back on the trail and continue till you reach your overnight stop.
Upon reaching the stop for the night, you head to your teahouse, check in, and have some rest. Tea with some light refreshments (cookies or biscuits) will be served at 5 PM. As the rooms are not insulated, you can warm yourself by the heater or stove in the communal area.
Exchange stories or play cards with other trekkers and sherpas till dinner is served (around 7 PM). After dinner, your guide will brief you about the next day’s trek – the route you will take, difficulties, where you will stop for lunch, etc. Afterward, retire for the night and have a well-deserved rest.
On average, you may have to walk 6 to 7 hours daily. The trek to Phakding is the shortest and the easiest, while the hike to Gokyo Lake from Machermo.
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