Everest Gokyo Valley Trek

Gokyo Valley 22/02/2012- 10/03/2012

Gokyo is located in the valley immediately west of the Khumbu valley and is far less developed and crowded. In fact, the Gokyo valley only has one traditional permanent settlement, the rest being summer pastures now catering to the passing trekkers. Trek to Gokyo Valley offers magnificent view of the mountain peaks and the Ngozumpa Glacier- the largest in the Nepal Himalayas. This region is associated with the soaring view of the most popular mountains in Nepal, at an altitude of 8000m including Cho Oyu, Everest, Lhotse and Makalu which are clearly visible from Gokyo Ri (5483m.) above Gokyo Lake. One of the most remarkable features of the trek is the view of tremendous ice ridge between Cho Oyu and Gyachung (2922m) located in Khumbu region. This extraordinary trek is also worthy in a sense that it offers an ample opportunity to explore the amazing destination and its impressive sight, which is beyond human imagination.

Trip profile:

Length of trip: 16 days

Grade: Strenuous

Highest Alt: 5483 m

Type of trek: Tea house

Best season: Mar- Nov

Group size: Min. 2 people

Itinerary in Details with date :

23/02/2012 arrive in KTM check in hotel

24/02/2012 prepare for the next day

25/02/2012 KTM-LUKLA by flight – trek to Phakding

26/02/2012 Phakding- Namche

27/02/2012 Acclimatization day

28/02/2012 Namche –Dole

01/03/2012 Dole- Machharmo

02/03/2012 Acclimatization day

03/03/2012 Machharmo- Gokyo

04/03/2012 Early morning Gokyo RI and explore around Gokyo

05/03/2012 Gokyo- Phorse village

06/03/2012 Phorse –Tyanboche

07/03/2012 Tyanboche- Khumjung

08/03/2012 Khumjung- Manzo

09/03/2012 Manzo- Lukla

10/03/2012 Lukla- KTM by flight

Price US$1395 per person

Services we include:-

•  Pick up & drop off at arrival and departure to/from Kathmandu Airport.
•  Three nights Hotel accommodation in Kathmandu with breakfast
•  Guide (one guide for one group)
•  Porter (one porter in between two people]
•  Trekking Entry permit
•  TIMS (Trekkers Information Management System)
•  Flight for you, for guide including airport departure tax
•  Breakfast, lunch & dinner during trek
•  Accommodation during the trek
•  Road transportation
•  Insurance for guide & porter that includes their emergency rescue
•  Necessary equipment for guide & porter
•  Emergency rescue arrangement (Makes sure your insurance will cover it)
•  First aid kits

Services not included in the price:-

•  Tips
•  Meals in Kathmandu
•  Hotel for more than three nights in Kathmandu
•  Alcohol and any drinks on trek (including bottled water)
•  Hot shower and washing
•  All expenses of a personal nature e.g. toilet paper, medicines, confectionary etc
•  Nepal entry visa fee

On Trek

Normally you will walk about 5-6 hrs a day. You will have plenty of time to stop for refreshments. Our guide will be there to assist you every step of the way during your trek. Your meals will be provided in teahouses according to your choice. Your guide will take your order from the menu and check in the kitchen that everything is fresh and well cooked. For accommodation you will be provided with a double room. Your guide will also act as your interpreter and be able explain about our culture and traditions and any other queries you may have. Our guides are well versed in English and their main duty is to help you in any way at all times. Our porter will be well equipped and insured. We want to you to feel safe and taken care of so that your trek is as enjoyable as possible.

Other Relevant Information

Nepal visa :

Tourist Visa for visiting Nepal for 30 days can be obtained from the Nepalese Embassy in your country or from the Immigration Counter at Nepal Entry Points (like Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu) on payment of US $ 40.00 (you will also need a passport size photograph).

Essentials you should bring:

•  Good and comfortable trekking boots that are well worn in.
•  Warm socks for evening as well as light trekking socks for walking.
•  Warm clothes for the morning and evening.
•  Toiletries and medical kit.
•  Couple of T-shirts and light trousers/shorts for the day.
•  Sun hat and warm hat
•  Sandals for evening.
•  Sunglasses.
•  Flash light or head torch.
•  Swimming costumes
•  Suntan lotion
•  Small towel
•  Warm sleeping bag

How to Book the service:

Having decided on your trek, 30% of the total Trek fee should be sent in advance. Details will be provided as to how you can do that.

How to pay the rest of amount

Final payment can be made on your arrival with US $travellers cheques, US$ cash or Visa/Mastercard credit card ( note: paying by credit card incurs a 4% bank charge in Nepal).