Gokyo Ri Lake Trek

What people yearn in their holiday? People simply want to be close to nature and treat their eyes with the visual delights of landscapes. A tranquil place where people can find inner peace and the place where they can rediscover their passion or purpose in life and this is an ideal place for an ideal holiday. Fortunately, the god has been kind to Nepal. The presence of cultural diversity and wonders of Mother Nature has made the country as a leading holiday destination. In today’s blog, we try to dissect one of the major trekking routes of the Everest region of Nepal which epitomizes Himalayan beauty. Out of many beautiful holiday destinations in Nepal, the Gokyo Ri Lake Trek trail stands out tall for many reasons.

Come and join us to uncover the various reasons that make the Gokyo Ri Lake Trek the most enticing and serene trekking trail of Nepal. Up in the Himalayas where there are Choyou Mountain (6^th tallest), Lhotse Mountain (4^th tallest), and Everest (tallest). In addition, this journey offers the best view of the world’s 5^th tallest mountain Mt. Makalu. Therefore, the trek is not ordinary rather a Himalayan treat to people including the chance to know about the Sherpa people.

Gokyo Ri

The most popular vantage point in the Everest region is Gokyo Ri followed by Kalapathar. The elevation of the Gokyo Ri is 5357 m from sea level. It is one of the iconic hills of the region from where travelers can enjoy marvelous sunrise or sunset experiences. In addition, the summit of the hill provides breathtaking scenery of landscapes in 360 degree view. The sight of the blue turquoise lake from the top is the most iconic one. People say that the place is heaven for landscape photography.

Side Trips from Gokyo Ri Lake Trek route

The location of the Gokyo Ri and Gokyo Lake is in the heart of Khumbu. Therefore, there are few iconic places where you can go from the valley. Some are short hikes while some are long and challenging trekking journeys. The most popular side trips to do from the Gokyo Ri Lake Trek route are Renjo La Pass Trek, Chola Pass Trek to Everest Base Camp, and 4^th 5^th Lakes Hike.

Renjo La Pass Trek

The valley of Gokyo is surrounded by Gokyo Ri (5357 m), Renjo La Pass (5360 m), and Ngozumpa Glacier (World’s longest glacier). Travelers can choose to cross the Renjo La Pass and enter the Thame region of the Khumbu. The pass is one of the major high mountain passes included in the Everest Three High Passes Trek itinerary. Trekkers have to trek around the Gokyo Lake and start to climb the rugged and rocky mountain pass. The top of the pass is very scenic and offers similar view to the Gokyo Ri. On the other side of the pass, travelers can visit the legendary village of Thame before reconnecting with the Everest Base Camp Trek route in Namche Bazaar. The Thame Village is known across the globe as the village where each house has at least one Everest summiteers. If you have time, then don’t forget to do the Renjo La Pass Trek as a side trip.

This blogger recommends you all to use Renjo La Pass to return instead of retracing the same trail back to Namche Bazaar. Instead, use the Renjo La Route to Namche Bazaar via Lungden and Thame Village. It is the best way to comprehend about the Sherpa people in their own courtyard. Exploring remote Sherpa Villages is the best way to know about these mountaineering legends.

Chola Pass to Everest Base Camp Trek

Reach the Everest Base Camp from Gokyo Lake Trek route. Yes, you can reach the base camp of the world’s tallest mountain Mt. Everest either by crossing the Chola Pass or by using the Phortse route. The shorter route to Everest Base Camp from Gokyo is via Chola Pass. At an altitude of 5420 m, the Chola Pass is one of the major mountain passes of the region. You can also find this mountain pass in the itinerary of the Everest Three Passes Trek.

Fifth and Fourth Gokyo Lake Hike

Explore lakes of the Gokyo. The availability of lodging and meals facilities is in the 3^rd Lake. However, you can knit mesmerizingly scenic trekking experiences by doing the side hikes to the fourth and fifth lake. These lakes of the region are listed in the Ramsar Conservation sites and they are major fresh water lakes of Nepal. If you wish to get the better and longer view of Mt. Everest, then do the 4^th and 5^th Lake hike from Gokyo.

Outline Itinerary of Gokyo Lake Trek

• DAY 01: ARRIVAL IN KATHMANDU
• DAY 02: FLY TO LUKLA, TREK TO PHAKDING (2,651M/8,700FT) 3 – 4 HOURS
• DAY 03: PHAKDING TO NAMCHE BAZAAR (3,438M/11,280 FT) 5 – 6 HOURS
• DAY 04: ACCLIMATIZATION DAY – NAMCHE BAZAAR (3,440M/11,284FT)
• DAY 05: NAMCHE BAZAAR TO DOLE (4000M5-6 HOURS)
• DAY 06: DOLE TO MACHHERMO (4,470M) 4-5 HOURS
• DAY 07: MACHHERMO TO GOKYO (4,800 M/15,744) 4-5 HOURS
• DAY 08: ACCLIMATIZATION DAY IN GOKYO VALLEY
• DAY 09: TREK TO GOKYO RI AND BACK TO MACHHERMO (4470M)
• DAY 10: TREK FROM MACHHERMO TO NAMCHE BAZAAR (3440M) 6 HOUR
• DAY 11: NAMCHE BAZAAR TO LUKLA (2,800M/9,186FT): 19KM, 6 – 7 HOURS
• DAY 12: FLY TO KATHMANDU (30 MINUTE) EXPLORE AND SHOPPING
• DAY 13: FINAL INTERNATIONAL DEPARTURE

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What to expect in Gokyo Lake Trekking?

There are no issues of lodging and meals facilities in the Gokyo Lake Trekking route. You can expect to have quality tea houses and eateries. The trail is well trodden and easy to navigate. Expect high – altitude effects but it can be minimized by doing proper acclimatization.

Here are four things which you can expect during the Gokyo Lake Trek in Nepal.

• Best Himalayan Mountain Scenery
• Blue Turquoise Lake
• Diverse Vegetation and Landscape
• Tranquility away from crowded Everest Base Camp Trek Route

Book the Gokyo Lake Trek for 2025 / 2026 at Best Rate

Finding the correct rate for trekking packages is crucial. The best price to pay for the Everest Gokyo Lake Trek in Nepal starts from 1185 $. However, you can also do luxury trek in this trekking trail and the cost of the Luxury Gokyo Lake Trek may cost above 1800 $ per person.