Gokyo Valley Trek via Renjo La Pass 14 Days

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Group size: 2 Max-Altitude: 5,357 m
Destination: Nepal
Arrival on: Kathmandu Departure from: Kathamndu
Meals: Full board meal during the trek [Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner]
Accommodation: March/April/May and September/October/November
Fitness level: Moderate

Trip Introduction

Gokyo Valley Trek is one of the most popular offbeat treks in the Everest Region.  Gokyo Valley Trek via Renjo-la Pass is an astonishing journey to the wonderful hamlets of the High land overviewing lifestyle, culture as well as panoramic views of Himalayas. This trek takes you to explore the culture, tradition, and lifestyle of highland dwellers and a glimpse of Himalayan Buddhism along the trail. 

Like most of the treks in the Everest Region, the Gokyo Valley Trek also begins at Lukla with an electrifying flight from Kathmandu. This trek is specially designed for passionate trekkers who have desires to see Everest and its surroundings from a different perspective. This is a moderate trek in Everest Region and best suits those trekkers who prefer relatively quiet trails with fewer fellow trekkers.

Outline Itinerary

Day 01: Arrive Kathmandu 
Altitude: 1350/4428 ft.

Day 02: Fly to Lukla | Trek to Phakding
Altitude: 2840/ 9372 ft. | Phakding: 2610 m/8613 ft. | Flight: 30 minutes | Trek: 3/4 hrs. | Meal: BLD

Day 03: Trek to Namche
Altitude; 3440 m/11352 ft. Trek: 5/6 hrs. | Meal: BLD

Day 04: Rest day at Namche for acclimatization
Altitude: 3440 m/11352 ft. Meal: BLD

Day 05: Trek to Thame
Altitude: 3800 m/12540 ft. Trek: 5/6 hrs. Meal: BLD

Day 06: Trek to Lumde
Altitude: 4380 m/14455 ft. Trek: 5/6 hrs. Meal: BLD

Day 07: Trek to Gokyo via Renjo-la Pass (5360 m)
Altitude: Renjo-la Pass: 5360 m/17685 ft. Gokyo: 4790 m/15805 ft. Trek: 6/7 hrs. Meal: BLD)

Day 08: Gokyo Valley: Acclimatization Day - Optional Hike to Gokyo Ri or 5th Lake
Altitude: 5,357 m. | Trek: 6/7 hrs. | Meal: BLD

Day 09: Trek to Machhermo
Altitude: 4470 m | Trek: 5/6 hrs. | Meal: BLD

Day 10: Trek to Phortse Thanga
Altitude: 3680 m | Trek: 4/5 hrs. | Meal: BLD

Day 11: Trek to Monjo
Altitude: 2835m | Trek: 4/5 hrs. | Meal: BLD

Day 12: Trek to Lukla
Altitude: 2840/ 9372 ft. | Trek: 4/5 hrs. | Meal: BLD

Day 13: Fly back to Kathmandu
Altitude: 1350/4428 ft. | Flight: 30 minutes | Meal: B 

Day 14: Departure
Meal: B

Day to Day Itinerary

Day 01: Arrive Kathmandu 
Altitude: 1350/4428 ft.

Day 02: Fly to Lukla | Trek to Phakding
Altitude: 2840/ 9372 ft. | Phakding: 2610 m/8613 ft. | Flight: 30 minutes | Trek: 3/4 hrs. | Meal: BLD

Day 03: Trek to Namche
Altitude; 3440 m/11352 ft. Trek: 5/6 hrs. | Meal: BLD

Day 04: Rest day at Namche for acclimatization
Altitude: 3440 m/11352 ft. Meal: BLD

Day 05: Trek to Thame
Altitude: 3800 m/12540 ft. Trek: 5/6 hrs. Meal: BLD

Day 06: Trek to Lumde
Altitude: 4380 m/14455 ft. Trek: 5/6 hrs. Meal: BLD

Day 07: Trek to Gokyo via Renjo-la Pass (5360 m)
Altitude: Renjo-la Pass: 5360 m/17685 ft. Gokyo: 4790 m/15805 ft. Trek: 6/7 hrs. Meal: BLD)

Day 08: Gokyo Valley: Acclimatization Day - Optional Hike to Gokyo Ri or 5th Lake
Altitude: 5,357 m. | Trek: 6/7 hrs. | Meal: BLD

Day 09: Trek to Machhermo
Altitude: 4470 m | Trek: 5/6 hrs. | Meal: BLD

Day 10: Trek to Phortse Thanga
Altitude: 3680 m | Trek: 4/5 hrs. | Meal: BLD

Day 11: Trek to Monjo
Altitude: 2835m | Trek: 4/5 hrs. | Meal: BLD

Day 12: Trek to Lukla
Altitude: 2840/ 9372 ft. | Trek: 4/5 hrs. | Meal: BLD

Day 13: Fly back to Kathmandu
Altitude: 1350/4428 ft. | Flight: 30 minutes | Meal: B 

Day 14: Departure
Meal: B
 

Important Note

Trekking in the Himalayan region goes through unexpected complication like natural and health challenges resulting changes in the itinerary for your own security reason, If such incident happens during the trek our professional Guide, Porters and leader take you to final point safely for evacuation so, please be friendly with your guide for more achievements and protection. Flights in the Himalayan region often get canceled even in the best season due to bad weather so we request our travelers to carry luggage for extra days.

Our website contains as much information as possible about this trip but if you want, we can still customize the itinerary according to your wish and preferable time for the visit. Feel free to write to us or you can even give us a call if you would like to discuss any aspect regarding the trip.

Included / Exclude

SERVICE INCLUSION:

  • Airport Pick-up and Drop-off service in a private tourist vehicle 
  • 2 Night twin-sharing accommodation in Kathmandu at tourist standard hotel along with breakfast 
  • 11 accommodation during the trek in Teahouse/Lodges 
  • All standard meals during the trek (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
  • Airport transfer from and to Kathmandu 
  • Kathmandu –Lukla –Kathmandu flight tickets, domestic departure transfer, and airport tax 
  • Well experienced English speaking  trekking guides holding guide’s license (their salary, insurance, equipment, domestic airfare, food, and accommodation) 
  • Porters (One porter for each 2 members) and his entire expenses(salary, food, accommodation equipment and insurance) 
  • All the necessary permits i.e.,(Sagarmatha National Park entrance permit) and Khumbu permit and all the paper works 
  • Down jackets and sleeping bags (upon request).Needs to be returned after trip completion. 
  • Company’s duffel bag(Upon request) and T-shirt(As a souvenir) 
  • Trekking route map 
  • First Aid Kit(Carried by your trek guide) 
  • Necessary  local and government taxes

SERVICE EXCLUSION:

  • Nepal arrival visa.
  • Extra baggage excess while flying to Lukla.  
  • Your travel insurance that covers Helicopter evacuation. 
  • Medical expenses and trip cancellation. 
  • Any other extended trips and accommodation. 
  • Tips of the guide, porters and driver as a token of appreciation. 
  • Monument entrance fee for a sightseeing tour in Kathmandu.
  • Any other expenses or charges that are not mentioned in “cost includes” list.

 

Best time to travel

March/April/May and September/October/November

Physical Condition and requirement

Walking in higher altitudes is more physically demanding than walking in the lower altitudes, however, if we are in excellent health with average physical fitness, have a positive attitude, self-confidence and strong determination, we can accomplish the trek successfully. Exercising and jogging regularly for some weeks prior to the trip is good idea to enhance our strength and stability. Past hiking experience would be an asset but no technical skill is required for this trip. It is important that we consult with our doctor before we decide and set up for the Everest Base camp trek. Participants with pre-existing medical conditions such as heart, lung, and blood diseases should inform Treks Planner Nepal before booking the trek.

Additional info

We always recommend you to add supplement night/s in Kathmandu after your trek if possible. Because of bad weather, we could face the problem of domestic flights to/from Lukla delayed by few hours or canceled for a day or more. Very rarely, but it could happen even in the best trekking season. Better to come prepared rather than being sorry. If everything runs smoothly, you can always indulge yourself in other activities like sightseeing, river rafting, adventure activities, shopping, as you wish in that additional day. 

Important notes

Trekking in the Himalayan region goes through unexpected complication like natural and health challenges resulting changes in the itinerary for your own security reason, If such incident happens during the trek our professional Guide, Porters and leader take you to final point safely for evacuation so, please be friendly with your guide for more achievements and protection. Flights in the Himalayan region often get canceled even in the best season due to bad weather so we request our travelers to carry luggage for extra days.

Our website contains as much information as possible about this trip but if you want, we can still customize the itinerary according to your wish and preferable time for the visit. Feel free to write to us or you can even give us a call if you would like to discuss any aspect regarding the trip.


Source:www.treksplannernepal.com