Gokyo Valley Trek - Beautiful Gokyo Lakes & Cho La Pass
Gokyo Valley Trek is one of the most adventurous treks in Nepal and a great alternative to Everest Base Camp Trek. Gokyo Trek lies in Solukhumbu district of Nepal in the Everest region with several Himalayan glaciers collectively called the pristine Gokyo Lakes. A total of 19 Lakes in Gokyo are freshwater lakes at high elevation known as the highest altitude lake system in the world. Gokyo Valley Trek reaches an elevation of 5,375 meters at Gokyo Ri with the breathtaking panoramic views of towering peaks like Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, Cho Oyu and the largest glacier of Nepal called Nagazompa.
Gokyo Valley Trek 16 Days Itinerary filled with adventures begin with a scenic domestic flight from Kathmandu to Lukla or Ramechhap to Lukla. Trek starts off once you reach Lukla along the Gokyo trail passing through beautiful villages like Phakding, Namche Bazaar, and Dole enjoying the warm hospitality of Sherpa communities. On the way, you’ll be glancing through old monasteries, chortens, and prayer flags leading you trek to Gokyo Lake and Gokyo Ri.
Gokyo Trek route is known for its untouched natural beauty, lakes, yak pastures, and ridges giving stunning views of Gokyo Valley Nepal. An early morning hike to Gokyo Ri is the highlight of Gokyo trek from where you can witness 360 degree panoramic views of towering peaks over 8,000 meters and their reflection in lakes below. Gokyo Ri and Chola pass trek can be felt in this trail as it is the perfect trail for thrill lovers along with photographers as this trekking trail is photogenic.
With proper acclimatization days in this trekking itinerary, Gokyo Valley Trek altitude gain is manageable even though Gokyo trek is slightly challenging because of the elevation gain. Adventure trekkers are advised to walk in a slower pace, rest and eat enough, and drink plenty of water as this Gokyo Ri trek exceeds 5,000 meters. Gokyo Valley Trek is a less crowded trekking trail compared to EBC in the Everest Region and Annapurna Base Camp in the Annpurna Region, making it an ideal destination for trekking in Nepal.
Gokyo Trek cost can vary depending on your choice whether you prefer Gokyo valley trekking package or budget trekking to Gokyo Lake only hire a trekking guide and permit but we not recommand the solo trekking with out guide. On an average, Gokyo Chola pass trek budget ranges between USD 1300 to USD 1800, covering amenities like domestic flights, permits, guide and porter, meals and accommodation. Gokyo Valley Trek 10 days option is also available for those lacking time that excludes Cho La Pass and focuses only on the core highlights such as Gokyo Lake and Gokyo Ri and same way return back.
Gokyo Trek Nepal is an unexplored destination that serves an unforgettable experience in the Himalayas of Nepal offering a blend of glacial beauty, high-altitude lakes, and Sherpa culture. This is why 16 days Gokyo Chola Pass Trek is one of Nepal’s best high-altitude treks and an alternative to Everest Base Camp Trek.
If you want to trek on the route of Gokyo lake and Gokyo Ri but lack time, Gokyo Valley Trek 10 Days itinerary can be customised. This 10 days Gokyo trekking itinerary not only saves your time and trekking budget but also helps to reduce your physical strain. We offer 10 days Gokyo valley trek cost USD 999.00 per person only Please choose your best option 16 Days Gokyo valley trek with Chola pass or 10 days Gokyo Lake trek.
Gokyo Ri short trek itinerary as bellow
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu
Day 02: Flight to Lukla, hike up to Phakding
Day 03: Phakding to Namche Bazaar
Day 04: Namche Bazaar to Dole
Day 05: Dole to Mochermo
Day 06: Mochermo to Gokyo Lake
Day 07: Trek to Gokyo Ri, back to Mochermo
Day 08: Mochermo to Namche Bazaar
Day 09: Namche Bazaar to Lukla
Day 10: Fly back to Kathmandu
Highlights of Gokyo Valley Trek
- Less Crowded Trail
- Scenic Flight to Lukla
- Diverse Landscape
- Local Interaction with Sherpa Community and Cultural Immersion
- Panoramic View of towering peaks
- Stunning view of lakes
Best time to visit
The best time to visit Gokyo valley is during the Autumn and Spring seasons The sunny and clear weather makes the trek joyous creating some good memories.