Gokyo Lake with Renjo-La Trek

Arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport. Our Staff member meets you and transfers you to the hotel.

Overnight at Hotel

Morning wake-up and breakfast in hotel.

Our guide will meet you in your hotel and brief you about the upcoming trekking. He will guide you through all the formalities and necessary paper-works required for the trekking.

After that, we then do a Sightseeing in Kathmandu valley of famous UNESCO world heritage sites like Boudhanath, one of the largest Stupas in the world; Swayambhunath, a famous monkey temple and Pashupatinath, a sacred Hindu temple complex. Apart from Sightseeing, we also get TIMS card and permits for our trekking on this day. In the evening, we do initial preparation for the trekking.

Overnight at Hotel.

Early morning wake-up, breakfast in hotel and transfer to the airport.  We take a wonderful flight from Kathmandu to Lukla (2827 m), which takes around 40 minutes. Upon arrival at Lukla airport our caretaker will help us carry our belongings. We then walk down to the Dudh Koshi River, from where we take the main path to Namche Bazaar. We arrive at Phakding, where we spend a night in a tea-house.

Note: The weather in Lukla is very unpredictable. Sometimes due to bad weather the flight may be delayed or cancelled. If the flight is cancelled, you will have to return back to the hotel in Kathmandu. The transportation back to the hotel and accommodation on this night is not included. If the weather is clear next day, you will get either 3rd or 4th flight to Lukla. If still the weather is not clear, there will be an option for helicopter flight also. The cost for helicopter flight is not fixed. It will be quoted by the airlines on the same day. You will have to pay additional approx. 550 USD for the helicopter flight from KTM to Lukla. Although this problem is rare, it’s our duty to let you know in advance.

After breakfast at Phakding, we take an easy ascend towards Jorsale. On the way, we take a look at a beautiful waterfall, where we take a small break. Due to Rhododendron, firs and Magnolia trees, the whole trekking feels very easy and comfortable.  To reach our final destination Namche, we come across some bridges and some steep and narrow ways. We hike for approximately 5 hours. Upon arrival at a Tea-house, we end our day there

Today we spend our whole day at Namche Bazaar to get acclimatized with the high elevated environment. We explore the beautiful huge secluded bowl-shaped Namche Bazaar. The marvelous sight of Khumbu Mountains like Ama Dablam (6856 m), Thamserku (6608 m) as well as immense vistas of Everest will take away your breath. Additionally, we walk to Thami (3810 m) situated above Bhote Khola River Valley. We also visit the Sagarmatha National park to view the protected floras and faunas. Overnight at Tea House.

Early morning we head towards Dole, a hike that takes around 5 hours of walking. First of all our path moves downhill, then we climb uphill and pass the Mon La pass before reaching Phortse Tenga. On the way, the rhododendron forest, birch forest covered with hanging lichens and mosses will keep you energized all the time. We then ascend towards our final destination for today, Dole, where we spend our night at Teahouse.

Machhermo, situated at the height of 4470 m, is our destination for today. We hike about 4 hours uphill. Significantly, the marvelous vistas of Cho Oyu, Kantega and Thamserku will mesmerize us. Upon arrival in Machhermo, we end our day at a Teahouse.

We rest today in Machhermo to acclimatize with the high elevated environment. We explore the village to see the unique flora and fauna, the place has to offer. This place also famous for the tale of “YETI”, which killed three yaks and wounded a Sherpa girl in 1974.

Overnight at Tea house. 

Today is one of the most awaited days of the whole trek because we ascend towards Gokyo Ri, lying at the elevation of 4750 m, hiking approximately 5 hours. We pass Pangka and later walk on the messy, steep moraines of Ngozumpa Glacier – the major glacier in Nepal. We then get a stunning view of greenish-blue Gokyo Lake. The varied scenery of the Gokyo Valley, adjacent peaks flanking Tibet and Cho Oyu will, for sure, take away your breath. We then head towards the beautiful second lake of stunning Gokyo Lake. At the shore lying on the east, we can notice the settlement of Gokyo.

Overnight at Teahouse.

Another planned rest day is planned to ward off AMS. Gokyo offers two important points of view. The first is Gokyo Ri (5,360 m), which begins on the north side of the lake opposite the village. The panorama invites you to start early and requires a two-hour climb to the summit. It overlooks the broad, debris-covered Ngozumpa Glacier, Nepal's longest, which stands out from under a wall of high peaks on its southeast flank. From the flag-decorated summit, you have an unforgettable view of the Himalayan range, the Cho-Oyu and Ghyachung Kang, the north face of Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Makalu, Cholatse, Taboche, Thamserku, Kangtega and Kusum Kangru (all over 6,300 m / 20,670ft) and many more, some unnamed. The second attraction explores the fourth to sixth lakes north of the village. Together with the meltwater from the glacier, these lakes form the source of the Dudh Koshi, followed by Lukla. In the afternoon, just relax in Gokyo and stroll through Lake Gokyo.

Overnight at Teahouse.

Following the edge of the Rolwaling region, the path rises along the Gokyo Tsho and follows the three-pass path towards Renjo La Pass. After a few hours from Gokyo, the path encounters a zigzag path in front of Ronjo La. Let the steep path down and climb gently to cross the pass. On the way, the path offers a brilliant view of Everest, Makalu, Gyajung Thak, Tengi Ragi Tau, the Himalayas and the Rolwaling Mountains. The path then climbs down the stone stairs and comes across Angladumba Tsho, from where the path leads down the slippery path on the edge of Relama Tsho. After crossing Renja Khola, the path follows the sand and rock path and then descends to Lumde. If we walk along the banks of the Bhohte Koshi River, we will reach the village of Marulung to receive today's accommodation.

Overnight at Teahouse.

After the exquisite breakfast in Murlung in the early morning, the path crosses suspension bridges over the Bhote Koshi River and descends to Tarnga. The path then leads towards Thambuteng Village and follows the lush green valley of Langmuche Khola. Near the village of Thambuteng lies Kyarokerok Gompa, a 350-year-old gompa with cultural and historical supremacy. We visit the statues, murals and the architecture of the gompa and head towards Namche on the zigzag path near Thame. The path leads through the moraine of Thame, crosses a suspension bridge and reaches Samade. Then he descends to the village of Phurte, which is known for one of the oldest gompas in this region. Lawudo Gompa and Lawudo Retreat Center. From Phurtse it goes gently downhill to Namche through numerous gompas, colorfully intertwined prayer flags, mani bikes, chortens. Namche is the most important tourist center in the Everest region, offering hikers delicious cuisine and cozy accommodation. Enjoy the cuisine and accommodation in Namche.

Overnight at Teahouse.

We walk on the Shore of Dudhkoshi River through valley trail. We hike downhill and uphill to the end of Everest Base Camp. This is our last day of trekking as we return to Lukla where the trek began. We enjoy this time to reflect on the trek as a group and the personal achievement of all those who took part. The afternoon is free, so you can wander about, relax and enjoy the surroundings.

Overnight at Guesthouse.

Early in the morning, we will fly to Kathmandu on this day. After that, we will transfer to our hotel in Kathmandu. Upon arrival in Kathmandu, we do some leisure activities and Sightseeing of Thamel area, a famous tourist area in Kathmandu. In the evening, time for leisure and shopping.

Overnight at Hotel.

After breakfast a staff member will pick you up from the hotel and transfers you to the airport for the final departure. We wish you a pleasant and safe flight back home and hope to see you soon again.