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Gokyo Valley and Gokyo Lake Trek Nepal
offered by supplier M16799 (view this supplier profile)
Key Information:
Tour Duration: 13
- 15
day(s)
Group Size: 2
- 12
people
Destination(s):
Nepal
Specialty Categories:
Hiking & Trekking
Walking Tours
Season: February - December
Airfare Included: No
Tour Customizable: Yes
Minimum Per Person Price: 1000 US Dollar (USD)
Maximum Per Person Price: 1550 US Dollar (USD)
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Trekking around Gokyo Valley is considered a traditional trek that offers magnificent views of the mountain peaks and the Ngozumpa Glacier- the largest in the Nepal Himalayas. The image of this region is associated with the soaring views of the most popular mountains in Nepal, at an altitude of 8000m such as Cho Oyu, Everest, Lhotse and Makalu which are clearly visible from Gokyo Ri above Gokyo Lake. One of the most remarkable features is the view of the tremendous ice ridge between Cho Oyu and Gyachung (2922m) located in Khumbu region.
After a thirty five minute flight from Kathmandu landing at Lukla’s tiny airstrip, the adventure really begins. We spend the next few days trekking and interacting amongst the mountain people also known as Sherpa’s we stay at local lodges and trek into the heartland of their villages. Everything is organized in conjunction with local Sherpa guides. Along the trek we will pass Buddhist monasteries with the views of Everest and other snow towering mountains getting closer by the day. We will have rest days in the villages of Namche bazaar that will allow us to explore the region and to acclimatize, which is very important. After trekking to Gokyo Ri (5483 meters), we return at a leisurely pace back to Namche and Lukla for our flight back to Kathmandu.
Tour Itinerary:
Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu airport (1345 meters). There you will be met by our Airport Representative and transferred to hotel by private tourist vehicle. Overnight at hotel with breakfast included.
Day 2: Sightseeing around Kathmandu valley. Your sightseeing trip will start at 9AM in the morning after breakfast. We will provide a private vehicle and professional tour guide. We visit Pasupatinath temple, Buddhanath, Monkey temple, Bhaktpur durbar square and Kathmandu durbar square. The afternoon includes a final briefing and preparations for the trek. Overnight at hotel with breakfast included.
Day 3: Fly to Lukla (2804 meters) trek to Phakding (2610 meters) 3 hours. An early morning start takes us to Tribhuwan International Airport in Kathmandu for the 35 minute scenic flight to Lukla at 2804meters. On arrival at the airport guide will brief you and introduce our porters before we begin our trek towards Phakding at 2610meters. Overnight at Guesthouse with breakfast, lunch and dinner included with hot drinks.
Day 4: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3441 meters) 5.30 hours. Namche Bazaar known as the Gateway to Everest, there are many good hotels and lodges here, along the whole Everest trail this is quite a big village. Overnight at Guesthouse with breakfast, lunch and dinner included with hot drinks.
Day 5: Namche Bazaar Acclimatization day. We will spend a day here in order to acclimatize and adjust to the thinning of the air. A short trek to a museum celebrating the traditional customs of the Sherpa people. Today we hike up the Syangboche Airport, and around Everest View Hotel. From this point, we have rewarding views of the Himalayas with a stunning sunrise or sunset over the panorama of the Khumbu peaks. Overnight at Guesthouse with breakfast, lunch and dinner included with hot drinks.
Day 6: Trek to Phorste Thanga (3680 meters) 5 hours. Today, the trail climbs steeply out of valley through rhododendron forest, juniper and large conifers start to appear as the elevation increases making trekking beautiful in spring. The trail passes through Yak Kharkas and summer settlements. The views of Khumbi La and Tawache are magnificent throughout the day. Overnight at Guesthouse with breakfast, lunch and dinner included with hot drinks.
Day 7: Trek to Machherma (4470 meters) 5 hours. The trail climbs a ridge for an excellent view both down the valley to Kengtega and up towards Cho Oyu and descend to a river and again climbs steep to the terminal moraine of the Ngozumpz glacier. We will reach at Machherma by early noon. Overnight at Guesthouse with breakfast, lunch and dinner included with hot drinks.
Day 8: Trek to Gokyo (4790 meters) 5.30 hours. Today the trek takes us at one of our final destination, Gokyo (4790m). We will make this camp our base for 3 nights as we will have couple of sightseeing trips around Gokyo. Overnight at Guesthouse with breakfast, lunch and dinner included with hot drinks.
Day 9: Trek to Gokyo Ri (5483 meters) and then Back to Gokyo 5 hours. Today, early in the morning we have steep climb up to the top of Gokyo Ri at elevation of 5483 meters, ample rewards to anyone that attempts this trip. There are stunning views of the supper Gokyo valley, the massive Ngozumpa Glacier and an incredible panoramic view of the whole Khumbu Himalayas, such as giants as Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Makalu, Cho-Oyu and Gychung Kang can be seen. Those who explore the glacier and Gokyo peak are rewarded. This day we have for acclimatization and after noon back to the camp. Overnight at Guesthouse with breakfast, lunch and dinner included with hot drinks.
Day 10: Trek to Dole (4200 meters) 6 hours. Following same trail down, we will make our descent to Dole. Overnight at Guesthouse with breakfast, lunch and dinner included with hot drinks.
Day 11: Trek to Namche Bazaar via Khumjung village (3780 meters). 5 hours. Descend to Namche Bazaar via typical Sherpa village of Khumjung. Leaving the mountains behind us our descent continues back to the town of Namche Bazaar at elevation of 3441meters. Overnight at Guesthouse with breakfast, lunch and dinner included with hot drinks.
Day 12: Trek to Lukla (2804 meters) 6 hours. Finally we return to Lukla where the trek began, which seems a lifetime ago. Enjoying time to reflect on the trek as a group and the personal achievement of all those who took part. Overnight at Guesthouse with breakfast, lunch and dinner included with hot drinks.
Day 13: Morning flight to Kathmandu from Lukla. An early morning 35 minute scenic flight back to Kathmandu provides time to reflect upon the mountains you have recently visited for one last time. Overnight at hotel with breakfast included.
Day 14: Leisure day in Kathmandu. It's also spare day in case of bad weather in Lukla, If you are interested in continuing on to the Chitwan Jungle Safari, River Rafting Adventure or any other tours you can start today.
Day 15: Transfer for your final flight departure. The trip ends, our Airport Representative will drop you to the Kathmandu international airport for your flight departure from Nepal.
Note: The above information is a guide and standard template of what we provide. The trek can be customized at your request to accommodate your specific requirements.
Price Includes:
1. Airport/Hotel/Airport pick up & drop by private car/van/bus.
2. Standard accommodation in four/five star hotel in Kathmandu breakfast included. (4 nights)
3. Kathmandu City Tours by professional tour guide and private car/ van/bus.
4. All your standard Meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) during the trek.
5. All hot drinks such as tea, coffee (4 times a day)
6. Tea Houses/Lodges, Guesthouses accommodation during the trek.
7. A local government license holder Trekking Guide during the trek.
8. The required number of trekking staff and Porters to carry your luggage during the trek.
9. Food, accommodation, salary, insurance, equipment, medicine for all trekking staff.
10. Everest National Park permits.
11. Down Jacket and duffel/kit bag by Ace the Himalaya (which needs to be returned after the trek.)
12. Airfare from Kathmandu – Lukla - Kathmandu including airport departure tax in Kathmandu and Lukla airport.
13. Surface transfer from and to Kathmandu.
14. All our government taxes.
15. Official expenses.
Price Excludes:
1. Lunch and dinner whilst in Kathmandu.
2. Your travel insurance (compulsory).
3. International airfare and airport departure tax.
4. Nepal entry visa fee (US$ 30 per person) you obtain a visa easily upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport Kathmandu for 60 days from date of issue. You require 2 passport size photos.
5. Items of a personal nature such as alcoholic drinks, cold drinks, laundry.
6. Personal trekking Equipment.
7. Tips for trekking staff and driver. (Tipping is expected.)
8. Any others expenses which are not mentioned on Price Includes section.
Member discount:
10% discount for InfoHub customer. Request a free gift certificate.
Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
Price can be also customized. Prices remain valid till December 2009. Group and Travel Agent discount available as per request.
Please Note:
-US$80 per person per night if you need extra accommodation in Kathmandu including breakfast.
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