Gokyo Lake Trek Itinerary
Normally, we provide a Gokyo Lake Trek itinerary of 14 days from Kathmandu to Kathmandu. But it depends on your interest and your holiday time in Nepal. It means you can make your trek longer or shorter than this 14-day itinerary. If you have enough time, we offer the Gokyo Renjo La Pass Trek and the Gokyo Cho La Pass EBC Trek. Hence, you can inform us about your holiday time and interest in your Gokyo Lake Trek itinerary and cost.
Gokyo Lake Trek Highlights: The “Unmissable” List
Modern trekkers are looking for more than just a walk. Highlight these specific experiences:
Gokyo Ri Summit (5,357 m): Unlike EBC, this viewpoint offers a 360-degree panorama where you can see Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, and Cho Oyu simultaneously.
The Fifth Sacred Lake: Most people only see three. Challenge your readers to hike to the Fifth Lake (Thonak Tso) for the most secluded and epic view of Everest’s North Face.
Ngozumpa Glacier: Walk next to the longest glacier in the Himalayas. The moraine, which is huge and looks like the moon, is very different from the blue lakes.
The Renjo La Pass (Optional): If you’re trekking in 2027, crossing this pass gives you a different way to get out that doesn’t require backtracking and lets you see the whole Gokyo Valley from above.
Real Sherpa Culture: The teahouse experience in villages like Dole and Machhermo feels more personal and traditional on the Gokyo trail than on the main EBC route, which is more “commercial.”
Why pick Gokyo Lakes instead of EBC?
The EBC trail is famous, but the Gokyo Valley gives you a more personal experience in the Himalayas.
- The Big Four: From the top of Gokyo Ri, you can see all four 8,000-meter peaks at once: Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, and Cho Oyu.
- The Lakes: Six main turquoise lakes that are holy to both Buddhists and Hindus.
- Ngozumpa Glacier: Walk next to the longest glacier in the Himalayas.
- Crowd Control: Trends for 2026/27 show a move toward “Quiet Trails,” which makes Gokyo the best choice for travelers who want to be mindful.
Flights and permits are important logistics for 2026/27.
The “Ramechhap Factor”
In 2026/27, most flights to Lukla will continue to depart from Manthali Airport (Ramechhap) during the busiest times of the year (March to May and October to November) in order to prevent overcrowding in Kathmandu.
New Permit Regulations
For 2026, Himalaya Darshan Treks will manage and handle your permits as part of the mandatory guide requirement.
- Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality Permit: ~NPR 3,000.
- Sagarmatha National Park Entry Permit: ~NPR 3,000.
Gokyo Lake Trek: Difficulty Level
Level: Moderate to Challenging
You don’t have to be a mountaineer, but you shouldn’t just “wing it.” Here is the list:
Physical Demand: You will be walking on rocky, uneven ground for 5 to 7 hours a day. The climb from Namche to Gokyo is a steady one that will test your heart and lungs.
Technicality: The standard route doesn’t need any ropes or crampons. The Gokyo Ri climb, on the other hand, is very steep and needs a slow, steady pace. In the winter it is better to bring spikes when there is snow on the trail to climb Gokyo Ri.
The Altitude Factor: This is what makes it hard. You sleep at least four nights above 4,000 m, where the air is thin.
Safety Tip for 2026: Make sure your trip includes at least two nights in Namche Bazaar (3,440 m) so you can get used to the altitude.
Gokyo Lake Trek Cost
The Gokyo Lake trek costs between USD 1150 and 1400, depending on the types of services selected, such as the quality of accommodation, which reflects the typical price for this trek. But the cost always depends on your trekking days, the quality of service, etc. Hundreds of trekking companies offer thousands of packages with different costs for the Gokyo Lake trek, you know it. We will ensure that Himalaya Darshan Treks offers Gokyo Lake trekking at a fair price and with quality service. Feel free to contact us.
Gokyo Lake Trek Itinerary
1. Arrival at Kathmandu airport and transfer to the hotel
2. Flight from Kathmandu to Lukla, Trek to Phakding (2610 m)
3. Trek to Namche Bazaar (3440 m)
4. Acclimatization day: Visit Syangboche/Everest view hotel, from where you can see very exciting views of Mt. Everest (8,848 m), Lhotse (8,516 m), Lhotse Sahar, and Ama Dablam. Likewise, Thamserku and many other beautiful snowcapped mountain peaks. Enjoying seeing a panoramic view of the Everest Himalayan range.
5. Trek to Mong Danda
6. Trek to Dole (4200 m)
7. Trek to Machhermo (4470 m)
8. Trek to Gokyo Lake (4790 m)
9. Hike to Gokyo Ri 5360m, Enjoy seeing incredible mountain views of Mt. Everest, Cho Oyu, Lhotse, and Mt. Makalu (those are mountains more than 8000 m high). As well as a beautiful view of Gokyo Lakes, Ngozumpa Glacier, glacial lakes, and a beautiful snow-capped mountain peak.
10. Trek back to Labarma/Lafarma
11. Trek back to Khumjung village (3780 m)
12. Trek back to Monjo (2835 m)
13. Trek back to Lukla (2840 m)
14. Flight from Lukla to Kathmandu and transfer to the hotel.
Note: This is the rough itinerary, so you can change and modify it according to your needs and your holiday time in Nepal. Feel free to get in touch with us.