Gokyo Ri

Rated 5 Stars, based on 5 Reviews.

Gokyo Lakes and Gokyo Ri Trek with its beautiful glacial valley, pristine turquoise lakes, huge icy glaciers, ridges and the best panoramic views of the highest snow-capped mountains; is regarded as the most stunning place in the Everest Region. It provides an alternative to the famous Everest Base Camp Trek. This is an ideal option for those who want to get stunning panoramic views of the Everest region Himalayas, glacial lakes and valleys without too much physical challenge.

Rated 5 Stars, based on 2 Reviews.

Gokyo Lakes and Gokyo Ri Trek is 12 days popular trek in Everest region also known as Gokyo valley trek. This trek begins from Kathmandu with scenic 30 minutes flight to Lukla. This trek offers amazing views of Mt. Everest and other Himalayas from Gokyo Ri at the elevation of 5386 m, Ngozumpz Glacier, Gokyo Lakes and valley.

Rated 5 Stars, based on 4 Reviews.

You can see different plant species and wild animals. This trek also provides you the amazing highest mountain views of Everest (8848m), Lhotse (8511m), Makalu (8463m), Cho Oyu (8153m), Nuptse (7861m), Thamserku (6623m), and other mountains. The people living here are mostly Sherpa’s. You will also get to know about their lifestyle, culture, and tradition. During the short cropping season, few crops are grown. The occupation of people is yak herding and tourism.

Rated 5 Stars, based on 2 Reviews.

Gokyo Lakes and Gokyo Ri Trek is a beautiful journey to the enticing Gokyo lakes and Gokyo Ri which is one of the most amazing viewpoints for great views of Everest and other Himalayas. The 14-day trip begins in Kathmandu where we visit several heritage sites. The Gokyo Lakes and Gokyo Ri Trek is an alternative to classical treks in the Everest region. Instead, it takes us to the turquoise Gokyo Lakes and Gokyo Ri which provides exceptional views of Everest and the Himalayas. We also get to marvel at the massive Ngozumpa Glacier and the Gokyo valley from Gokyo Ri. Gokyo Lakes and Gokyo Ri trek is for those who like to walk in the Everest region without the physical stress of reaching the base camp of Everest or crossing high passes in the vicinity. It is instead for travelers who wish to try something new in the Everest region. 

Heaven is on earth. The Everest Gokyo Lakes trek would take you to the paradise looks like places. Moreover, Gokyo Lakes trek is one of the fascinating places to experience heaven on earth. Peregrine Treks takes you to this exotic land via the Gokyo Lakes Trek package, guided by the experienced member of Sherpa's, Porters and Guides. The trail consisting of the yak herds and the road less traveled piercing through the Sherpa community would lead you up there in the lake residing proudly beside Mount Everest. Also, the trip to the Gokyo Lakes trek itself is an adventurous journey. It would be highlighted with the excellent flight time to one of the world's incredible and scariest airports of Lukla.

Rated 5 Stars, based on 12 Reviews.

Everest Base Camp and Gokyo Ri Trek is an outstanding trek, which passes through the high valleys of Khumbu. Flying from Kathmandu to Lukla, we follow the Dudh Koshi valley up to the Sherpa capital of Namche, and then follow the quiet trail to Thame village in the Bhote Koshi valley. Descending to Khumjung, we are treated with the incredible views of Kantega and Thamserku and the Nuptse-Lhotse wall with Everest so realistic above. At Khumjung we rejoice below Khumbila Peak, home of the patron God of the Khumbu, before continuing up the Dudh Koshi valley to Gokyo’s alpine lakes. We ascend up to Gokyo Ri for a 360 degree panorama of snow-capped peaks in Everest Region. From Gokyo, we trek to Thagnak and then the next day cross Cho La pass, one of the toughest days of the trip as it involves steep glacier traverse through vertical icy rock surfaces. From Dzongla, we take lower route along the valley and rejoin the main trail to Everest Base Camp.

Rated 5 Stars, based on 7 Reviews.

Deep within the Everest region lies the most magical lakes on Earth. The indescribable blue-green waters of the Gokyo Lakes are a stark contrast to the steep, rugged Gokyo Valley walls. The adventurous journey diverts away from the more populated Everest Base Camp Trek for a more intimate experience with the culture and beauty of the Everest region. The highlight of the trek and a moment cherished for all your life is reaching Gokyo Ri (Peak) (5357 meters/17,575 feet). Words cannot describe the view here. In the distance lies the Ngozumpa Glacier, the longest in Nepal, while Mt. Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, Cho Oyu, Nuptse, and more peaks act as a backdrop to this jaw-dropping panorama. Many trekkers consider the Gokyo Lakes Trek to have more magnificent views than even the Everest Base Camp Trek. Join us for the adventure of a lifetime!

Embark on the adventure of a lifetime with the Gokyo Ri, Everest Base Camp, and Kalapatthar trek! Prepare to be awestruck by breathtaking Himalayan vistas, as you traverse through quaint Sherpa villages, serene turquoise lakes, and rugged mountain trails. Feel the exhilaration of standing atop Gokyo Ri and Kalapatthar, where panoramic views of the world's highest peaks, including Mount Everest, will leave you speechless. Immerse yourself in the rich culture of the Khumbu region, savoring warm hospitality and hearty Sherpa cuisine along the way. Whether you're a seasoned trekker or a first-time adventurer, this journey promises unforgettable experiences and memories to cherish for a lifetime. Book now and let the Himalayas captivate your soul.

With the magnificent view of Himalayas, Sherpa villages and Monasteries, Sagarmatha National Park & Syangboche Airstrip Everest Renjo-La pass trek is one of the best trekking routes for anyone.The trek is to one of the most fascinating lake Gokyo, situated 5350m above sea level. In Gokyo Lake Trekking we get to enjoy the true scenery of Nepal including the High mountains like Cho you (8153m), Gyachung Kang (7955m), Everest (8848), Lhotse (8501m), etc.and the  close up view of Mt. Everest with the biggest Sherpa village – Khumjung village where we can explore the  exotic monasteries, the Hillary School and finally return to Namche for overnight stay, then back to Lukla and fly to Kathmandu.It also offer chance to speculate the biggest monastery of Khumbu district – Tengboche Monastry. Experience the harmony of Hinduism and Buddhism during Kathmandu sightseeing.

Lake Nature Mountain Local Food Gokyo Valley Trek is a fine alternative to the Everest Base Camp Trek which climbs the valley to the west of Everest to the village of Gokyo and five sacred lakes on the moraine beside the Ngozumpa Glacier. The trail follows the Dudhkoshi River to its source – a series of emerald green lakes. Gokyo is a Sherpa village that lies besides the largest of these lakes. From Gokyo we climb to Gokyo Ri (5360m) for a heart stopping view over Everest, Lhotse, Cho Oyu and Makalu, Cholatse and Taboche. As Everest Base Camp Trek has Kala Patthar at an elevation of 5545m , Gokyo Valley Trek has Gokyo Ri at an elevation of 5360m on the north side of Dudh Pokhari which is an epic vantage point , offering the kind of view over Everest that is normally reserved for balloonists or mountaineers.

The Everest Three High Passes Trek is one of the most challenging treks in the Khumbu Valley. Thus, it attracts many trekkers with a thirst for adventure. The three high passes you need to conquer on the trek are Kongma La Pass (5,535 m), Cho La Pass (5,420m), and Renjo La Pass (5,360m) respectively. Moreover, you also get to visit the Gokyo Valley, which is filled with the beautiful Gokyo lake. The trek takes 20 days to complete and it starts with a flight from Kathmandu to Lukla. Then, you start to trek towards Namche Bazaar via Phakding. Along the way, you also enter the Sagarmatha National Park. From Namche, you also explore the Khumjung Village. You head east towards Dingboche passing Tengboche on the way. After crossing Kongma La Pass, you head to Everest Base Camp and then visit Kala Patthar (5,545m) the highest point on this trek. Then you trek to Gokyo region after crossing the second pass, Cho La Pass. There you spend one full day to explore the Gokyo lakes and Gokyo Ri.

A scenic trail to beautiful Gokyo valley and its emerald lakes Get an exclusive view of towering peaks of Cho-Oyu and adjoining mountains Sweeping panorama of world four highest mountains at one glimpse from Gokyo Ri Views of Mt. Everest, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Cho-Oyu with Mt. Makalu towards east horizon Behold scenic views of the Gokyo valley with Nepal’s longest Ngozumba glacier. From green woodland to remorseless fields of ice and glaciers at Gokyo valley Prayer wheels, colourful flags, Mani stones, high suspension bridges Sir Edmund Hillary funded schools and hospitals

Everest Three Pass Trek is the ultimate trekking experience one can ever have in Everest region. This trek is the most challenging and adventurous treks in the Khumbu region, for it takes you to three snow-covered passes—Kongma La (5535m), Cho La (5420m), and Renjo La (5360m)—unfolding the gems of the region. One has to be physically and mentally fit to go on this trek as you are required to traverse on rough terrains to reach each of these passes that offer glorious views of the Mahalangur Himalayan Range, including the mighty Everest (8848m).

Gokyo lake is the highest freshwater lake in the Himalayas. It is an excellent alternative to the most popular EBC trek. This 11 days treks take you to the laps of the Himalayas with an outstanding view of Gokyo lake from Gokyo Ri.

Gokyo Valley Trek is offers magnificent views of the mountain peaks and the Ngozumpa Glacier– the largest in Nepal’s Himalayas. The view of this region is associated with the soaring views of the most popular mountains in Nepal, at an altitude of 8,000 m 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 views of the tremendous ice ridge between Cho Oyu and Gyachung. After landing at Lukla’s airport, the adventure 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. We will pass Buddhist monasteries with the views of Everest and other snow towering mountains getting closer by the day. After trekking to Gokyo Ri (5,483 m), we return at a leisurely pace back to Namche and Lukla for our flight back to Kathmandu.

Gokyo Valley Trekking has gained its fame as an alternative trek of Everest base camp due to the breathtaking scenery it offers and the form of adventure. The pioneer trail to Gokyo valley and the outstanding hiking to the Gokyo Ri hold the epic recognition of the trip. The trek offers an opportunity to explore numerous 8000 meter peaks of the Khumbu region and the spectacular Sherpa culture.

Gokyo valley trekking is another most the popular trekking trails in the Everest region. It is popular in the sense that you will have chance to have tour around the mountain valley and the Lake called Gokyo Lake, located 4,750 m height, meaning you will explore the wide range of sceneries of majestic Himalayas and build a close relation with nature. This route also shares the great Himalayan views including of Mt. Everest, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Nuptse, Mt. Cho Oyu, Mt. Makalu, Mt. Amadablam, Mt. Thamserku among others.

Tranquil hamlet situated on the shores of turquoise blue lake is everybody’s dream destination Everest Gokyo Lake Trekking endows exactly the same atmosphere. On the bank of Gokyo Lake (Dudhpokhari) at the foothill of Gokyo Ri adjacent to Renjola Pass and on the junction of Chola Pass the great tranquil valley of Gokyo remains magnificently. This is the most scenic and romantic destination of entire Khumbu trekking in Nepal. There are no words to describe the scenic beauty of this place. If you want best view of Everest including its Tibetan section and also if you want a fairyland experience then this would be an ideal choice.

Gokyo Valley is also the base of the highest freshwater lake system (4700-5000 m) in the world, comprising of 19 lakes, both big and small. Another attraction in this area is the Gokyo village (4700 m), a quaint village situated by the bank of third Gokyo Lake. This place has several stone houses, mainly small hotels catering to tourists and trekkers. Apart from the beauty of Gokyo Valley itself, the trek features traversing through several Sherpa settlements and Buddhist monasteries while enjoying the continuous vista of the Khumbu Himalayas. The most fascinating benefit of trekking in this trail is extreme view of huge ice ridge located between Cho You and Gyachung in Khumbu region. It is known for the existence of high altitude lakes as well. This trekking trails eventually leads you to the famous point of Gokyo Ri (Gokyo Peak) from where you can have a awe-inspiring view of hundreds of pleasing scenery.

Trip facts Destination: Nepal Name of Trail: Gokyo Valley Trek Duration: 15 days Grade: moderate Maximum altitude: 5360m Per Day walking: approx. 5-6 hours Trek Style: Tea house/ Camping Transportation: Flight & Private Vehicle Accommodation: Star level accommodation in cities, tea house/ lodge during the trek Activities: Trekking in Himalaya Best Month: March – June & Sept – Dec Trip Cost: 1100