Overview
Major Things to see at Gokyo Ri Hike
- Scenic flight from Kathmandu to Lukla and Vice – versa
- Explore Namche Bazzar
- Hiking through the trail of Sherpa villages
- Explore Gokyo lake and surrounding lakes
- Explore the flora and fauna of Everest region
- Scenic view of surrounding during the hike
- Monastery and Gumbas
- Panoramic views of mountains including the world highest Mount Everest (8848.86 meters)
Cost Details of Gokyo Ri Hike – General inclusion
- Briefing on phone every morning before the start of the trek.
- Guide on call duty at any time during the trek
- Arrangement of accommodation in the tea houses in the places where tea house owner is reachable.
- Phone guidance for the bus/jeep/car ticketing.
Cost Details of Gokyo Ri Hike – General Exclusion
- Nepal entry via fee (you may easily issue the visa upon your arrival at International Airport - Kathmandu). You need 30$ dollar visa fee for 15 days, cash money will be easier.
- All Food & accommodations during the hike
- All necessary paper works, Local entry permit & Sagarmatha national park entrance fee.
- Credit card processing fees for online payment.
- Satellite Phone - if you want to rent we can help you.
- Tips for your phone guide and driver (Tipping is never been compulsory though expected).
Itinerary
In the Khumbu region of Nepal, the Gokyo Ri climb is a well-known trekking path that leads to the summit of Gokyo Ri, a 5,357-meter mountain with breathtaking panoramic views of the Himalayas, including Mt. Everest, Cho Oyu, Makalu, and Lhotse. One of the world’s most stunning mountain lakes, the turquoise Gokyo Lakes are also seen as part of the walk.
Depending on your pace, acclimatization, and side visits, the Gokyo Ri walk typically takes 10 to 14 days. The total distance walked is about 80 km, and each day’s walking takes between 4 and 8 hours.
The Gokyo Ri walk is rated as a fairly challenging hike, making it suited for seasoned hikers with good physical condition and some high-altitude expertise. High altitude (over 5,000m), rough terrain, and steep ascents and descents on the trail can all lead to altitude sickness if you aren’t adequately acclimatized.
The two main trekking seasons in Nepal, from March to May or from September to November, are the finest times to hike the Gokyo Ri. The weather is typically dry and clear during these months, with temperate temperatures and decent visibility. Nonetheless, the path can get crowded during the busiest times, so make reservations for your lodging in early.
There are two different kinds of permits needed: one for Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipalities and one for Sagarmatha National Park.These permits are available in Lukla, where the journey begins, as well as Kathmandu. Depending on your nationality and the length of your walk, different permits cost different amounts.
The length of the hike, the form of transportation, the kind of lodging, and the amount of food and drink you eat all affect the price of the Gokyo Ri hike. For a 10–14 day expedition, you should budget $1,000–$1,500 per person on average, which includes permits, meals, lodging, and transportation.
While it is feasible to complete the Gokyo Ri hike on your own, it is advised to do so in order to benefit from safety precautions, navigational assistance, and cultural insights. A guide can also assist you with obtaining a permit, finding lodging, and interacting with the people. You can do it alone, though, if you’ve done trekking before and feel confident on the terrain.
More information about Gokyo Ri Hike - Self guided trekking trip
Gokyo Ri hike is renowned as the alternative trail of Everest Base Camp which is situatgokyoed at an altitude of 5357 meters. It lies in the Everest region of Nepal. Gokyo Ri is a trekking peak where the hikers are allowed to summit the peak without any restriction and climbing permit.
Summiting the Gokyo Ri only needs Sagarmatha National park entry permit and pasang Lhamu municipality entry permit.
Hiking to Gokyo Ri offers the exceptional views of lakes, glaciers and mountains. Mountains over 8000 meters including Mount Everest, Cho Oyu, Mount Lhotse, Mount Makalu and many others peaks below 8000 meters are the major attraction of this hike. You can find a total of 19 lakes during the hike including the famous Gokyo Lake.
Many hikers insist that the summit of Gokyo Ri provides more exceptional views of mountains and the surrounding than of popular Kalapatthar. Kalapatthar is also the best place to view the panoramic views of mountains but in hiker’s eyes, from the top of Gokyo Ri the view is better.
Gokyo Ri hike can also be merged with the famous Everest Base Camp Trek. This hike is considered to be an ideal choice for both the experience and startup/beginner hikers.
Getting in there and return back?
The initiation of Gokyo Ri hike begins from a scenic flight from Kathmandu to Lukla. Lukla is also considered to be one of the most adventure airports around the globe.
The trail from Lukla takes the hikers across the popular Sherpa village of Everest region including Phakding, Namche, Dole and Machhermo.
Following the trail from Machhermo will take the hikers towards the famous Gokyo lake to view the fresh water lake including many other lakes and the summit of Gokyo Ri.
The hikers will be heading back following the same trail and getting back to Lukla. From Lukla the hikers will take a flight to Kathmandu.
About Self Guided Gokyo Ri Hike
This hike is specially constructed for the hikers who want to travel solo but need the information about the routes and want to hike with pre – booking of accommodation facilities.
Self – Guided Gokyo Ri hike will take you to the top of Gokyo Ri through satellite phone. All the information about the routes and major attractions are notified through the satellite phone by phone guide.
Nepalgram Adventure will arrange your accommodation in Teahouses/hotel/ lodges and provide you with a phone guide who will provide necessary information about the Gokyo Ri hike clearly and communicate well.
Porter during the Gokyo Ri hike is not included. But, if you think you cannot carry your stuff in high altitude then we can make an arrangement of strong and helpful porters.
NOTE: If you want to choose Guided Trip to Gokyo Ri rather than Self – Guided. Feel free to contact us.
Difficulty and Recommendation for Gokyo Ri Hike?
Gokyo Ri hike falls under moderate hike to do in Nepal where there is no requirement of technical skills. Hikers are recommended to engage in the activities like jogging, swimming and cycling before the Gokyo Ri hike.
This is because walking an average of 5-6 hours a day can be difficult for some of the hikers and engaging in these kinds of activities can make the hikers easier during the hike.
You will be hiking to the elevation of 5357 meters and spending the night over 4000 meters can lead to Acute Mountain Sickness. So, to get away from these kinds of problems, hikers are recommended not to rush and walk slowly in the trail.
The trail is moderate where you will be hiking uphill and downhill. The trail to Gokyo Ri is suitable for both the beginner and professional trekkers.
The hikers are recommended to carry the essential equipments like the down jacket, waterproof jacket, sleeping bag and gears to avoid the difficulties because the weather is unpredictable.
Outline Itinerary
- Day 1 – Fly from Kathmandu to Lukla and hike to Phakding (2640 meters); 25 minutes flight, 3 hours hike
- Day 2 – Hike from Lukla to Namche (3440 meters), 6/7 hours
- Day 3 – Acclimatize and Explore around Namche
- Day 4 – Hike from Namche to Dole (4040 meters); 5 hours
- Day 5 – Hike from Dole to Machhermo (3820 meters); 5/6 hours
- Day 6 – Hike from Machhermo to Gokyo valley (4470 meters); 4/5 hours
- Day 7 – Hike from Gokyo valley to Gokyo Ri and back to Gokyo (5357); 4 hours
- Day 8 – Hike back to dole; 5 hours
- Day 9 – Hike from dole to Namche; 5 hours
- Day 10 – Hike from Namche to Lukla; 7 hours
- Day 11 – Fly back from Lukla to Kathmandu; 25 minutes flight
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