Everest Base Camp Gokyo Lakes Trek

Destination
Nepal
Durations
17 days
Trip Difficulty
Strenuous
Activities
Adventure Trekking
Accommodation
Tea House
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Vehicle
Private Transport
Max. People
10
Trip Mode
Hotels and Tea Houses.

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Everest Base Camp Gokyo Lakes Trek 17 days

Nepal is the abode of great trekking trails. One is Everest Base Camp Gokyo Lakes Trek in the famous Everest Region. It is a unique walking journey about two jewels of the region: Everest Base Camp and Gokyo Lakes.

Everest Base Camp, which needs no introduction, is the base camp of Mt Everest. Similarly, Gokyo Lakes are six oligotrophic lakes spread across the heavenly Gokyo Valley of the Everest Region. Along with these two major highlights, the trek takes you to Gokyo Valley, Gokyo Ri, Kala Patthar, Cho La Pass, Namche Bazaar, Tengboche, Lobuche, and many more famous landmarks of the region.

Everest Base Camp and Gokyo Lakes Trek are brilliant ways of doing Everest Base Camp Trek. It is brilliant that this trek is more happening, long and more peaceful than the regular EBC Trek. It offers you almost all of the Everest or Khumbu Region offerings.

Commencing from Lukla, the trek advances via Phakding, Namche Bazaar, and ahead. Throughout the walk, you experience dense vegetation, rich Sherpa culture, religious shrines, suspension bridges, scenic Sherpa hamlets, and myriad natural beauty. Gradually, you enter the Gokyo Valley, the valley of pristine lakes. The valley offers you mouth-opening beauty throughout.

After being moved by the beauty of Gokyo Valley and its lakes, you go after Cho La Pass(5,420m), Everest Base Camp(5,365m), and Kala Patthar(5,545m). In this fantastic walk, you will share days with glorious peaks such as Everest, Cho Oyu, Makalu, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, Nuptse, and more. Moments at Kala Patthar and Everest Base Camp are simply wordless.

This way, you will have a round walk through the Everest Region. Exploring some of the best places in the region and experiencing the ultimate trekking, you will return to Lukla. By the Everest Base Camp Trek with Gokyo lakes' end, you will have a complete trekking adventure to share with the world. If youre looking for experiencing Everest Base Camp Trek in less time, then Short Everest Base Camp Trek package is just the thing for you!

In a nutshell, Everest Base Camp Gokyo Lakes Trek is an unusual way of visiting Everest Base Camp. On this journey, you will have lakes, mountains, people, culture, history, woods, animals, architecture, and nature. The trek is nothing but sheer ecstasy to your trekking soul. Come and experience Everest Base Camp via Gokyo Lakes!

Trek Highlights

Begin with an exciting and picturesque flight to Lukla.
Trek through the famous Everest Base Camp Trek Trail.
Follow the banks of the ringing Dudh Koshi River and cross numerous colorful hanging bridges.
Come across traditional and cultural hamlets of Sherpas.
Traverse dense and diverse woods of Sagarmatha National Park.
Experience the aura of Namche Bazaar- a famous Himalayan town.
Come around Buddhist monasteries, prayer wheels, flags, and gompas.
Take a peaceful route to the enchanting Gokyo valley.
Touch and explore the glowing Gokyo Lakes.
Climb Gokyo Ri(5,483m), Cho La Pass(5,420m), and Kala Patthar(5,545m).
Capture astonishing pictures in Everest Base Camp(5,364m).
Grasp the breathtaking curves of Everest, Cho Oyu, Makalu, Lhotse, Nuptse, Pumori, and more.
Watch Khumbu Glacier and the famous Khumbu Ice Fall,
Experience the Everest Region, one of the finest trekking regions in the world.

Itinerary

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Day01
Arrival in Kathmandu and Transfer to Hotel
Upon arrival in Kathmandu, our staff will receive you at Kathmandu Airport(TIA). Then you will be transferred to your hotel for a rest from jetlag.

Once you rejuvenate yourself, you will meet our team for briefings about the Everest Base Camp Gokyo Lakes Trek. Other members of the trek will join you. In the briefing, you will know everything about the expedition, including teahouses, the tour, culture, and history. After the meeting, you will attend a delicious welcome dinner and cultural program with our team.
Day02
Kathmandu Sightseeing and Trek preparation
It will be a free day to prepare for the trek. Optionally, you can visit the historical and cultural sites of the valley. The Kathmandu valley is home to several UNESCO World Heritage sites such as Bouddhanath Stupa, Kathmandu Durbar Square, Swaymbhunath Stupa, etc. You will have a brief walk around some of the sites.

In the evening, you will have free time to do personal things. You can do some last-minute shopping or hangouts in Kathmandu. Reaching the hotel, you will prepare for the next day’s flight to Lukla.
Day03
Flight to Lukla and trek to Phakding(2,657m)
Flight Duration: 35 min

Lukla altitude: 2,820m

Trek duration: 4 hrs

Phakding altitude: 2,657m

Overnight: Phakding

You’ll leave the hotel for Kathmandu Airport’s domestic terminal in the morning. From there, you will fly to Lukla as per your schedule. It will be a scenic flight of 35 minutes over the Himalayas. Soon you will touch down at the Lukla Airport and Lukla, the gateway to Everest.

Getting everything done and ready, you will leave Lukla by joining a downhill walk to Choplung village. You will reach the banks of the Dudh Koshi River in a while. Moving along the sides, you will end up in Phakding, the first stop of every Everest Region trek. You will have a blissful evening by the river in Phakding.
Day04
Trek to Namche Bazaar(3,440m)
Trek duration: 6 hrs

Namche Bazaar altitude: 3,440m

Overnight: Namche Bazaar

Beginning with a slow walk, you will follow the Dudh Koshi river to leave Phakding behind. Several small but beautiful sherpa villages will come along. Then you will reach a long suspension bridge of Monjo dotted with prayer flags. At Monjo, you will enter the Sagarmatha National Park.

From there, you will reach Jorsalle to cross another suspension bridge. The day will make you cross multiple small and long beautiful hanging bridges. And Dudh Koshi River will also be not too far from your trail.

Moving across the dense woods of rhododendron and pine trees, you will have a great day of trekking. You will sometimes get slight angles of Mt Everest, Thamserku, Kusum Kanguru, and Kongde peak. One final uphill trek from Hillary Suspension Bridge will take you to Namche Bazaar.

The unique ambiance of Namche Bazaar will make your evening a special one.
Day05
Acclimatization in Namche Bazaar and Hike
It will be a day to help you acclimatize to the area and altitude. There is no better place than Namche Bazaar for acclimatization. In Namche Bazaar, you have multiple hike options on this free day. You can visit Sagarmatha National Park’s information center, hike to Everest View Hotel or explore Khumjung and other Sherpa hamlets.

A hike to Everest View hotel(3,962m) is around 4-5 hours long. The hotel is one of the highest hotels in the world. You can look at Mt Everest, other peaks, and the entire region from the place. Following the acclimatization hike or exploration, you will return to Namche.
Day06
Trek to Dole via Phortse Tenga
Trek duration: 6 hrs

Dole altitude:4,110m

Overnight: Dole

In the wake of a special evening in Namche Bazaar, you will join a beautiful hike. It will start with a gradual climb and then to a meandering trail. You will get clear sights of Ama Dablam and Everest along the walk.

The slow climb of several hours will bring you to the hill of Mong. You will get an even better panorama of the peaks from this place. You will take some rest at the top, enjoying the view.

After the break, you will go downhill through cool, dense woods. Eventually, you will reach Phortse Tenga, which lies in the gorge of Dudh Koshi Valley. From Phortse Tenga, you will do a short uphill walk to finish the trek in Dole. Overnight in Dole.
Day07
Trek to Machhermo
Trek duration: 4 hrs

Machhermo altitude: 4,470m

Overnight: Machherma

At daybreak, you will start climbing a ridge to put Machhermo behind. After the steep climb, the walk is comfortable through the bushes of Burberry and Juniper. The hike becomes even more picturesque, with great views of Mt Cho Oyu.

Trekking over the relatively short trail, you will reach Machhermo. The stop is a small area of Sherpas. You can see the pastures and farming land of the villagers. It is also just below a snowclad mountain. You will have a good evening in Machhermo.
Day08
Trek to Gokyo Lake
Trek duration: 4 hrs

Gokyo Lake altitude: 4,800m

Overnight: Gokyo village

It is a beautiful day of Everest Base Camp Gokyo Lakes Trek. You will finally reach Gokyo Lakes and Gokyo valley on this special day. The trek is also relatively short, which begins with a short climb to a hill. After the upgrade, you will walk on a pleasant route watching the heads of Cho Oyu, Cholatse, and Taboche peaks.

Shortly, you will reach the banks of the first Gokyo Lake and then the second Gokyo lake. You will enjoy the incredible sights of the lakes and move from one lake to another. This way, you will find the third and main Gokyo lake, Dudh Pokhari(AKA Milky Pond).

There are enough lodges by the Dudh Pokhari, sacred to Hindu and Buddhist pilgrims. You will just love the view of the mountains and the terrains reflecting in the lake.
Day09
Morning Hike to Gokyo Ri(5,356m) and Trek to Thagnak
Trek duration: 5 hrs

Thagnak altitude: 4,700m

Overnight: Thagnak

In the dawn, you will do an exciting hike to Gokyo Ri(5,356m), the highest point of the Gokyo Valley. You will reach the pinpoint after 2-3 hours of hiking. From this viewpoint, you will catch Cho Oyu, Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Makalu, and other peaks. The morning hike is genuinely worth it.

After the breathtaking time at Gokyo Ri, you will descend back to Gokyo. You will eat a good meal before leaving for Thagnak. The walk to Thagnak is a short walk that goes via Ngozumpa Glacier. Not gaining much height, you will reach Thagnak for the night. It is the base camp of Cho La Pass.
Day10
Trek over Tsho La pass(5420m) or Cho La Pass to Dzongla
Trek duration: 8 hrs

Dzongla altitude: 4,855m

Overnight: Dzongla

From Thagnak, you will head towards Tsho La Pass or Cho La Pass. It will be a steep walk over the glacier moraines and rocky trail. Following some hours of uphill walking, you will reach the summit. The prayer flags dotted Cho La Pass provides a fantastic view of the mountains and vicinity.

Everest, Lhotse, and Cho Oyu are all visible from Cho La Pass. You will observe the view and take enough pictures. After the time at the top, you will gradually descend to Dzongla. The long trekking day will end with deserving rest in Dzongla.
Day11
Trek to Lobuche
Trek duration: 5 hrs

Lobuche altitude: 4890m

Overnight: Lobuche

After the beautiful sleep in Dzongla, you will wake up to head towards Lobuche. The walk is comfortable as it's mostly straightforward. Except for the trek over Thugla Pass, the tour is much easier today. The hike will begin with the walk on the terminal moraine.

En route, you will come across the memorial site of the lost climbers in the region's mountains. And the day will see you join the regular way of Everest Base Camp Trek. Overnight in Lobuche.
Day12
Trek to Everest Base Camp(5,365m) and back to Gorak Shep
Trek duration: 6 hrs

Gorak Shep altitude: 5185m

Overnight: Gorakshep

This is the day to reach Everest Base Camp. You will begin this big day with a walk in a flat valley. Then you will climb steeply to a ridge just over the Khumbu glacier.

From there, the walk progresses on rocky terminal moraines until Gorakshep. At Gorakshep, you will leave your belongings in a teahouse. You will also have a short break and a meal at the place.

After that, you will follow the trail to Everest Base Camp. In some hours, you will reach the place. You will be at the very foothill of Mt. Everest. Views of Khumbu Ice Fall, Mt Everest, and other peaks will make it more memorable. Following this visit, you will retrace back to Gorakshep.
Day13
Morning hike to Kalapathar(5,545m) and Trek to Pangboche
Trek duration: 6 hrs

Pangboche altitude: 3,900m

Overnight: Pangboche

On this day, you will start with a hike to Kala Patthar, the trek's highest point. The morning hike will reward the best mountain views of Everest and other peaks. Actually, it is the best place to overlook Mt Everest. You will spend some time observing the glorious views at the site.

After your time at Kala Patthar, you will return to Gorakshep. You will take a rest and have breakfast. Then you will leave Gorakshep for Pangboche through the Pheriche valley. The beautiful day will end in Pangboche.
Day14
Trek to Namche Bazaar
Trek duration: 6 hrs

Namche Bazaar altitude: 3,440m

Overnight: Namche Bazaar

From Pangboche, you will move towards Namche Bazaar via Tengboche. It will be an easy trekking day with more downhills and several ups. The elevation will start to drop drastically with every step towards Namche Bazaar. You will reach Namche Bazaar by exploring the Tengboche monastery and crossing several forested trails.
Day15
Trek to Lukla
Trek duration: 6 hrs

Lukla altitude: 2800m

Overnight: Lukla

It will be the last trekking day of the trek. The walk will happen on the same trail from Lukla to Namche Bazaar. You will retrace the same route to reach Lukla in the evening. You will cross various suspension bridges and Sagarmatha National Park en route to Lukla.
Day16
Fly back to Kathmandu and have Leisure time
In the morning, you will take a flight to Kathmandu. The wonderful walk and stay in the region will end here. After taking off, you will reach Kathmandu in 35 minutes. You will enjoy some great aircraft views again.

Upon reaching Kathmandu Airport, you will get back to your hotel. It will be the end of the successful trek. You can use your leisure time to do things in Kathmandu. Overnight in Kathmandu.
Day17
Departure
Like everything, the tour also ends here. You will get an airport transfer for your departure. Our team will bid you a warm farewell.

Cost Details

What's Included in Everest Base Camp Gokyo Lakes Trek

Airport pickup and drop by private vehicle.
Three nights standard twin sharing Hotel in Kathmandu with breakfast.
Three meals a day(Breakfast,Lunch and Dinner)during the trek.
Trekking lodge (Tea House)accommodations throughout the trek.
All necessary paper works Sagarmatha National park Entry permit and Trekker’s Information Management System(TIMS) permit.
Kathamandu-Lukla-kathmandu-flight with private airport transfer and domestic airport tax.
A highly experience,helpful, knowledgeable, friendly, Englsh speaking, well trained, Government License holder guide. With all his salary, food, drinks, accommodation, transport and insurance.
Comprehensive medical supplies(first aid kit will be available)
Arrangement of Emergency Helicopter service(paid by your Travel Insurance Company).
Use of sleeping bag,down Jacket, Duffel bag and walking Poles(if you don’t have your own,need to return after trip completed).
Eco Holidays Nepal T-shirt and cap.
Government taxes and official expenses.
Guided Kathmandu sightseeing tour with private vehicle.
Everest base camp trekking map.
Oxymeter to check your pulse and oxygen saturation and heart rate twice daily (Very useful to check Altitude Mountain Sickness(AMS) symptoms) Which will ensure you trek is in the safest hands possible for all levels of trekker.
Assistant guide group size above 6 + person.

What's Excluded in Everest Base Camp Gokyo Lakes Trek

Meals whilst you are in Kathmandu Lunch and Dinner.
Your Travel and Medical Insurance.
Porter if needed ($260)
International Airfare.
Your Personal Expenses.
All the alcoholic and non alcoholic cold and hot drinks on trek.
All desserts sweet things like chocolate, cake, pie, pudding.
Hot shower and battery charging on the tea houses.
Kathmandu sightseeing monument entrance fees.

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Everest Base Camp Gokyo Lakes Trek FAQS

What is the best season for trekking in Nepal?

Well, Nepal have four good seasons in a year namely Spring (Mid Feb to May), Summer and Monsoon (rainy wet months) from mid June last till mid September, with Autumn / Falls from mid September till November months, and Winter months from December till mid February.

Trekking can be of few days to more than a month too. So, if you are looking for trekking in Nepal then choice is yours when to start your trek. If you are planning for short trekking and especially a moderate trekking for few days to a week then you can do it nearly all months of the year. But you should avoid monsoon that means months of July to August.

For adventurous and longer trekking which lasts from a week to months and involves high passes, you need to be little aware. These long trekking need more fitness and awareness because they can be little tricky and difficult. So, picking these trek-kings and picking best time of the year to do these trekking matter most for safety trekking. So, March to May and September till December is the best time for doing adventurous trekking in Nepal.

How cold will be trekking and will it be sunny or not?

It depends on which trekking region and which destination you are picking. Well, most of the days in trekking seasons are sunny with bright sunlight till afternoon time.

But be aware, Himalayan weather sometimes can be unpredictable and can get overcast with snow and rains with hailstorms on higher areas of Himalaya.

However, during March to May most of the days will be sunny. As your reach higher area it can get cloudy in the afternoon bringing chill and cold wind. Morning and night time will be much cooler around march to may at above 2,000 m.

While in moths of September to early December day will be clear with sunshine. But days will be short during these months. Morning and night time will be cold as these are the cold months in Nepal. Even in the shades you will feel cold.

How safe is trekking in Nepal?

As long, you join with reputed, local or abroad travel / adventure agents it will be a safe holiday. Because you will be well looked from arrival to departure. We provide expert guides who knows the area of trekking very well with enough knowledge to care of clients throughout the journey. We also provide strong porter who even knows better than guide in some situations.So, you will be well accompanied during your trekking. Thus trekking in Nepal is safe if everything goes well.

But sometimes it can be little harsh. The unpredictable weather, lack of well sleep, change of foods and natural calamities can make it really worse. Altitude sickness is one of the major factor of letting you down during trekking in high regions.

We used to send first aid kits with our guide, if in case yon need first-aid treatments. In some scenarios first aid treatments wont be enough. If you need medical emergency then we are always ready to provide that with helicopter rescues.

What age groups do you accept for booking?

Again this depends on the trekking destinations you are picking. If it is not the altitude trekking(more than 3000) then we even allow adult of age less tha 15.

People who wants to travel and do treks in Nepal then they need to be medically fit. They also need to have travel insurance. If it is easy and moderate trek then people who are medically advised by doctor to travel will be accepted as client.In this scenario age group will be flexible too.

But people who wants adventurous trips and trips in high Himalaya, they might be caught by AMS.(Altitude mountain sickness.)So age group will be vital with sound health condition. For these type of treks we accept booking from age group 16-70.

So, if you are travelling to Nepal then before booking with any company ask them whether they will accept you or not. Do not lie about your health issue and travel insurance.

What happens when someone is sick/ get health problem on treks?

All will be taken with well care as per the situations. For normal mild sickness, one can stay in the same place for few days and take time to recover. Do not worry, you will be looked after by our guides/staffs. After feeling better, you can continue or return back to Kathmandu city. As you may know that we used to send first aid kit with our guide/staff.For normal injury and issues the medicines inside kit will be sufficient.

For severe illness like AMS (Acute Mountain Sickness), if the symptoms does not improve and gets worse, where our guides/staffs and office in Kathmandu will organize immediate emergency evacuation by any means of transport or with quick helicopter services. The top priority remains in saving life. We will put our all effort to take to nearest medical facilities or back in Kathmandu for proper care.

What to expect on treks around Nepal Himalayas?

Nepal is well known and renowned for warm hospitality wherever you trek within Nepal Himalayas. Which literally means villager are friendly who used to respect and welcome tourists into their villages.

In lower altitude trekking destinations, your will find different culture and people with mix race. Most importantly you will see the perfect blend of both Hindu and Buddhist religions people.

The higher areas will be fully dominated by Buddhism religions with interesting culture and custom. So, you will see simple farm life and cattle herding of people

Walking into rural farm villages enriched with old traditions and colorful culture depends on the areas of trek. In Buddhism villages, you will encounter long prayer walls and monuments visiting its impressive old monasteries.

Most of the walks includes visit of local villages with friendly people in shade of high Himalayan peaks. Similarly, you will certainly be walking into cool alpine forest of tall rhododendron-magnolia-pines and fir tree lines.

Do all trekking areas have good connection to cell or land line phones?

At present most of the villages and towns even in higher remote areas do have phone communication.
Sometimes the network might not work due to Himalayan bad weather or being in deep gorge and valley blocked by hills and mountains.

But most of the time it does work. If you have your problem with your cell-phone you can use our staff’s phones or local phones.

Some higher areas will have STD and ISTD even Sat Phones. But if you require then they will charge as per minute in using local communication services?

How is electricity on route of trekking?

Essential Information

Why Choose Everest Base Camp Gokyo Lakes Trek?

Ultimate Trekking Experience

Everest Base Camp and Gokyo Lakes Trek is a trek that offers the ultimate trekking experience. It is happening in the Everest Region around landmarks like Gokyo Ri, Gokyo Lakes, Cho La, Kala Patthar, and Everest Base Camp. You will reach all these famous landmarks in one single trek. And the walk that goes by such varied sites is the ultimate trail. You get to know what real trekking is on this walk.

Pristine Gokyo Valley and Lakes

Famous as one of the most scenic valleys in the world, Gokyo Valley is sheer heaven. The place is heaven, dotted with pristine oligotrophic lakes and unique landscapes. The valley serves lakes, terrains, mountains, and more. You will love being in the valley.

Peaceful Everest Base Camp Trail

The standard Everest Base Camp Trek trail is always busy. The track is never void of walkers, being one of the best treks in the world. The Everest Base Camp Trek with Gokyo Lakes is a more serene route for peace lovers.

Unexplored side of the Everest Region

Everest Base Camp via Gokyo Lakes trek offers you a chance to see the untouched side of the region. You can explore what others miss as it goes off the regular EBC route. Faces, places, trails, and natural things will differ from the standard Everest base Camp Trek.

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When is the best time for the Everest Base Camp Gokyo Lakes trek?

Everest Base Camp Gokyo Lakes Trek is possible all year round. However, if you say the best times, that would be Autumn and Spring. Among all four seasons, Autumn and Spring are the most favorite seasons for trekking in the Everest Region and Nepal.

Autumn(September-November) and Spring(March-May) are high times for adventures in Nepal. The two seasons are best known for warm temperatures, clear skies, unobstructed mountain views, stable weather, and no rainfall or snowfall. Everything is perfect in Autumn and Spring to experience the beauty of the Everest Region.

Plus, Spring organizes colorful surroundings thanks to blossoming flowers, especially Rhododendrons. Also, Autumn hosts celebrating time, thanks to Nepalese Dashain and Tihar grand celebrations. For all these good reasons, Everest Base Camp Gokyo Lakes Trek is better in the Autumn and Spring months. At least you do not have to be upset due to the weather.

However, Winter(December-February) and Monsoon(June-August) can be distressing. These two seasons are the most unstable. Winter is known for heavy snowfall and harsh cold. Likewise, the Monsoon is such a wet and cloudy season for adventures. Yes, the trek is possible, but you must be ready to face any bad weather.

How difficult is Everest Base Camp via Gokyo Lakes?

Everest Base Camp via Gokyo Lakes is a moderate to adventurous graded trek. Undoubtedly, the tour is not leisurely and not for beginners. The hike is a 17 days journey through the rugged Everest Region. High-altitude walks, rough trails, extreme weather, and trekking duration are major trek challenges.

Beginning the trek from Lukla(2,800m), the walk takes you up to Kalapatthar(5,644m). That is a whole lot of elevation gain. If not acclimatized well, the altitude can cause mountain sickness. Likewise, the trail’s nature is rough. You must do all walks: uphills, downhills, steep climbing, and rapid downs. Such a mixed route is a problem for someone not used to it.

The weather in the mountains is variable. It can turn bad anytime. Even if it doesn't, the higher parts of the region are always chilly. The weather is below freezing, mainly during the night and morning hours. Those from lower and warm places cannot digest such weather easily.

Lastly, each trekking day of Everest Base Camp Trek via Gokyo Lakes has goals to achieve. Every day, you have to trek for 6 to 8 hours, covering 10-15 km and gaining 500m-700m altitude. Indeed, those are not ordinary things to achieve.

If all the adversities of the trek are in a basket, the Everest Base Camp Trek with Gokyo Lakes doesn't look easy. It’s a demanding trek that requires reasonable fitness, high endurance, and preparation.

Can you do this trek?

Yes, you can, but there are some ifs. You are eligible if you are an experienced trekker who has been to the Himalayas. You are also suitable for good preparation, muscular strength, and cardio training. But if you are none of those, you might not be the right fit for the trek. The trek is moderate to adventurous; thus, you must prepare.

How to Train for Everest base camp trek with Gokyo lake trek?

Cardio training, strength training, and mental conditioning are three things that can help you for this trek. Not only for this trek, but the training routine is helpful for any high-altitude outing.

Firstly, Cardiovascular training, aka aerobic training, is an exercise that boosts the heart and breathing rate. It makes your heart healthy and turns fruitful in high altitudes. The types of cardio are biking, swimming, jogging, running, burpees, hiking, stair climbing, rowing, etc. Select what exercise works for you, create a cardio plan for at least 2-3 months, and be disciplined at it.

Secondly, strength training is any exercise that boosts endurance and strength. It improves the power of your muscles, ligaments, bones, arms, and entire body. Lifting weights, squats, deadlifts, push-ups, reverse lunges, plank, glute bridge, etc., are strength training. Choose the right plan and build a strong body for the trek.

Last but not least, Mental conditioning is also required. When you are on a challenging journey, your mind will like to give up easily and often. As the trek is one demanding journey, you must be mentally tough. You should be on the trail to give your best, not give up.

You can do any trek you like with excellent cardio, good physical endurance, and a strong mentality. Not just this Everest Base Camp Trek via Gokyo Lakes.

What are the tips for the Everest Base Camp Gokyo Lakes Trek?

Be physically and mentally conditioned for the trek priorly.
Pack only essential things for the trek.
Choose a trusted agency to enjoy a hassle-free trek.
Have an experienced trekking guide with yourself.
Get quality and comfortable trekking shoes
Proper acclimatization.
Start trekking early to trek calmly.
Hydrate yourself all the time.
Do not rush in and penetrate.
Eat a clean, well-cooked, and nutritious diet.
Follow your guide’s directions and instructions.
Be vigilant about personal things and gear.
Watch out for yaks and mules.

Is Everest base camp Gokyo lakes trek for beginners?

A big no! Everest base Camp Gokyo Lakes is not for beginners. It is not even for trekkers who have done easy-peasy treks. As discussed in earlier sections, the walk is demanding. Its significant challenges include high altitude, rough trekking, extreme weather, and long distance. Hence, for a beginner, it can be a strenuous trek. Therefore, do not consider this trek if you are a newbie.

Check our website; you will find the right fit. We have plenty of trekking options for beginners.

Why is Acclimatization Necessary?

Acclimatization is a process of familiarizing with something new. In this case, acclimatization is about getting used to a new altitude and weather. Our body needs time to understand and familiarize ourselves with new elevation. Hence, acclimatization means giving enough time and rest to our body at a new altitude.

It is the most important thing on a high-altitude trek like Everest Base Camp Trekking. A body can get altitude sickness quickly if not acclimated properly. The consequences of altitude sickness are usually to severe. It can make us quit the trek or even be harmful. Therefore, acclimatization is necessary when we are going to high places.

Side Trek with Three Passes Trek

You can add Everest Three High Passes Trek on Everest Base Camp Gokyo Lakes Trek. Everest Three High Passes Trek is one of the best treks in the region for expert trekkers.

Adding this trek, you can make the Everest Base camp Trek with the Gokyo Lakes more exciting. Adding the three passes trek with the walk, you will go through Gokyo Valley and Everest Base Camp. Jointly, you will climb the three high passes of the region: Cho La Pass(5,420m), Renjo La Pass(5,340m), and Kongma La(5,535m). You will add two thrilling passes, Renjo La Pass and KongMa La Pass, to the trek by doing this side trek. For more information, you can reach us.

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FAQS

How long is Everest base camp via Gokyo lakes?

It is a 17 days tour beginning from Kathmandu and back. The time starts with a flight to Lukla airport, the gateway to Everest. You will spend 15-16 days in the region on the trek.

What are the chances of altitude sickness on Everest Base Camp Trek with Gokyo Lakes Trek?

The chances are pretty high if you do not take altitude sickness seriously. It is a high-altitude trek with the highest elevation reach of 5,644m(Kala Patthar). Going from 1400m to 5644m, you will have a chance of sickness if you do not take the illness seriously.

How to avoid altitude sickness on the Everest Base Camp Gokyo Lakes trek?

Proper acclimatization, hydration, avoiding alcohol or anything that dehydrates, a slow trek, enough rest, and no rushing are some ways to prevent altitude sickness. You can also use some medications to dodge the sickness.

How long must I walk daily on the Everest base camp trek with Gokyo lake?

Out of 17 days of the itinerary, you will regularly trek for 15 days, beginning and ending in Lukla. You will walk for 6-7 hours on average.

What is the highest point of the Everest base camp trek with Gokyo lake?

The highest point of Everest Base Camp Gokyo Lake Trek is Kala Patthar(5,644m). On the trek, you’ll also touch Gokyo Ri, Everest Base Camp(5,365m), and Cho La Pass(5,367m).

Do I need travel insurance for the Everest base camp trek with Gokyo lake?

Yes, travel insurance is compulsory for trekking in Nepal. It keeps you guaranteed against all emergency problems on a trek.

What permits are necessary for the Everest base camp via Gokyo lakes Trek?

Sagarmatha National Park Permit and Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Region Permits. You can get both permits from Nepal Tourism Board’s office or counter in Kathmandu. If you book your trip through a renowned travel agency like Eco Holidays Nepal, you will not need to stress over getting these permits. The agency will do it on your behalf.

Can I get a porter on Everest base camp via Gokyo lakes?

Yes, you can quickly get porter service during the trek. You have to hire porters on a daily salary basis. The salary includes daily wages, insurance, and food & accommodation costs.

What kind of food is available at Everest base camp via Gokyo lakes?

Local, Indian, Chinese, and Continental food meals are available on the trek. You can also get bakery items and beverages.

What kind of accommodation is on Everest base camp via Gokyo lakes?

The accommodations available on the trek are basic to good. You will get a comfortable bed, clean bedclothes, and enough blankets & pillows.

How safe is the drinking water in the Everest Region?

The drinking water is safe to drink. But you can choose bottled water or use medication to filter tap water. Drinking water is not a problem.

Is Wifi available on the trek?

Yes, Wifi is available on the trek. But do not expect speedy Internet and regular networks.

Can I sleep at Everest Base Camp?

No, you cannot sleep at Everest Base Camp. There are no lodges or teahouses. You must return to Gorak Shep for the night from Everest Base Camp.

Can you see Everest from Gokyo Ri?

You can easily watch Everest, Cho Oyu, Lhotse, and other regional peaks. Gokyo Ri is one of the highest landmarks in the region.

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