The Gokyo Lakes to Everest Base Camp is a variation of the traditional trek. Offers additional sights and the wonderful opportunity to experience the beauty of the highest freshwater lake system in the world.
With 360º views of snow capped mountains and glaciers. The magical turquoise waters of the Gokyo Lakes are one of Nepal’s hidden gems. These lakes are the highest freshwater lake system in the world. The Gokyo Lakes route to Everest Base camp is ideal for people who want to trek in the Everest region, but want a more unique and remote experience. Offering a wide variety of scenery, and landscapes that will burn images in your memories for a lifetime.
This 16-day itinerary will bring you to Everest Base Camp, and to the beautiful Gokyo Lakes. It has buffer days built in, so you have plenty of time to acclimatize.
This Gokyo Lakes to Everest Base Camp itinerary will give you an idea of what each day looks like, its difficulty level. If you look up at the peaks when you are trekking and fancy trying to summit one, then there are also some great climbs like Island Peak or Mera Peak.
These are perfect for a first climbing adventure, and with our experienced guides you know you are in really safe hands. For the ultimate Nepal adventure, book now with Himalayan Trip, the high altitude experts.
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Essential Travel Item
You never travel without this item and it’s even more important to have it when hiking to Everest. Travel insurance is an essential item you need to have to trek Gokyo Lakes to Everest Base Camp. We always travel with insurance and have written how we find the best and cheapest coverage.
You bought World Nomads travel insurance before left for Lukla because it covers you for high altitude rescues, where many others don’t. You can get a quote in 5 minutes. Just head to the World Nomad’s website and plug in your information and trekking dates.
Don’t forget to get your Trekkers’ Information Management Systems (TIMS) card before you start on your trek. You can get this in Kathmandu and is basically your hiking permit for the Everest Region. Find out more how to get your TIMS card and Everest trekking permits.
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Gokyo Lakes to Everest Base Camp Trek Difficulty
The trek is moderately difficult. As it requires walking about 5 to 6 hours, you need to be in good shape and stamina for this trek, excluding the acclimatization days. The rugged trails, steep terrains, and high passes prove to be more burdensome when the altitude increases.
Best time to trek
How cold and wet it plays a very important role in what you pack for your EBC trek. There are two distinct seasons for trekking Gokyo Lakes to EBC. The best months to trek are in the pre-monsoon season through March, April, and May, or in the post-monsoon season from late September, October, November.
If you decide to trek on the border of the monsoon season keep in mind that sometimes the season starts earlier or finishes later and unexpected rainfalls might influence your Everest Base Camp trek itinerary. Private trips are welcomed and available for groups like families
- Spectacular mountain flight from Kathmandu to Lukla & Explore the buzzling Sherpa village Namche Bazaar, the gateway to Everest region
- Experience the unique Sherpa culture and their generous hospitality.
- Explore the Gokyo valley with 6 amazing azure mountain lakes, world’s biggest glacier and climb Gokyo Ri for great Everest views
- Visit the Everest Base Camp at 5364m
- Climbing to the amazing viewpoint of Kala patthar (5555m), an unforgettable breathtaking view on Everest, Lhotse and Nuptse mountains