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Overview

The Everest region is one of the world’s most popular and spectacular trekking destinations and is famous for its spectacular mountain peaks, including Mt. Everest (8,848m) and several other giants.

The Gokyo lakes region at the head of the Dudh Kosi valley provides a great alternative to the popular Everest Base Camp trek. It is a more peaceful trek through the Sherpa heartland that affords more time for acclimatization with opportunities to savour the mountain panoramas from beautiful alpine campsites. The rich Sherpa culture and their friendly nature are an added extra bonus on this awe-inspiring trip.

The highlights of the trek are our ascent of Gokyo Ri. From the summit we gain superb views of Everest as well as the 8000m peaks of Lhotse, Makalu and Cho-Oyu and the crossing of Cho La pass glacier (5,380m). Gokyo lake – located at an altitude of 4,700m – is the main lake in this area. It lies in Nepal’s Sagarmatha National Park, a natural heritage site. The park includes Mt. Everest (8,848m) and other high peaks such as Lhotse, Lhotse Shar, Cho-Oyu, Ama Dablam, Pumori, Kangtega, Gyachung Kang, Thamserku, Kwangde, to name but a few, and is rugged with deep gorges, glaciers with its ice and rock faces.

Itinerary

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Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu
Day 02: Flight to Lukla (2,840m) and hike to Monjo (2,835m)
Day 03: Monjo to Namche bazaar (3,440m)
Day 04: Namche Bazar – Acclimatisation day
Day 05: Namche Bazar to Kunde (3,860m)
Day 06: Kunde to Dole (4,000m)
Day 07: Dole to Machhermo (4,410m)
Day 08: Machhermo – Acclimatisation day
Day 09: Machhermo to Gokyo (4,794m)
Day 10: Hike to Gokyo Ri (5,480m) and back to Dhole
Day 11: Dhole to Namche Bazar
Day 12: Namche Bazar to Lukla
Day 13: Lukla to Kathmandu
Day 14: Kathmandu – free day
Day 15: International departure

Includes

The trip cost includes:

Airport pick up and drop off
Flight to Lukla (return)
English-speaking government license holder trekking guide
Porter
Trekking guide’s and porter’s insurance during the trip
TIMS trekking permit
National park fee
Hotel in Kathmandu
Accommodation during the trek

The trip cost excludes:

Meals & drinks during the trek and in Kathmandu (unless stated otherwise under ‘The trip cost includes’)
Personal trekking equipment
Travel/medical insurance
Emergency rescue evacuation
Phone calls
Internet
International air ticket
Tips for your trekking guide & porters at the end of the trek
If you’re forced to extend your trek due to bad weather or natural disaster circumstances, we are not liable to pay any compensation or otherwise be responsible for any expenses you may incur
Anything not mentioned in the ‘includes section’

Equipment List

Rucksack (40-55 litres) & small rucksack if the big one is going to be carried by a porter
Rucksacks rain cover
Sleeping bag – 20 above (3/4 season)
Sleeping bag liner if you hire a sleeping bag
Down Jacket
Water/wind proof jacket
Raincoat or poncho
Light-weight fleece (1-2)
Trekking trousers (1-2)
Nylon wind trousers
Trekking water-proof boots
Pair of trainers or comfortable footwear (to rest your feet after the trekking)
Flip-flops
Trekking T-shirts (2-4)
Long-sleeve T-shirts (2-3)
Trekking socks (2-4 pairs)
Thermal T-shirt and pants
Woollen or warm socks (to keep your feet warm after the trekking)
Gloves
Woollen hat
Neck gaiter
Sun cap
UV-protected sunglasses
Poles
Personal towel (medium-size quick-drying towel)
Water bottle
Flash light
Carabiner clip
Batteries (if needed)
Adaptor
Medical & First-aid kit
Sun cream
Lip balm
Your toiletries (shampoo or multi-purpose soap, toothbrush/paste, deodorant, comb, nail clippers, feminine sanitary towels, etc)

Departure Dates

Trip Date	Trip Cost	Availability	Book
Oct 16, 2018 - Oct 30, 2018	USD 1,224	Available	Book Now
Oct 23, 2018 - Nov 06, 2017	USD 1,224	Available	Book Now
Nov 25, 2017 - Dec 10, 2017	USD 1,224	Available	Book Now
May 16, 2018 - May 31, 2018	USD 1,224	Available	Book Now
Jan 13, 2018 - Jan 28, 2018	USD 1,224	Available	Book Now

Trip Extensions

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Gokyo Valley trek