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Highlights of the Trek |
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Description :
The Gokyo Lakes trek is one of the best
treks in the Khumbu region. Much of the
trek takes place at moderate to high
altitudes, venturing through rich
Buddhist villages, red birch and dwarf
rhododendron forests together with
magnificent views of the peaks of
Sagamartha, Cho Oyo, Lhotse. Makalu and
Tawetse. Highlight of this trek is the
walk to the sacred lakes of Gokyo. Two
days will be spent exploring the Gokyo
area, including a steep climb to the top
of Gokyo Ri to witness what is the most
comprehensive and impressive panoramas
in all the Himalaya. This trek will
appeal to those who wish to see the
major mountains of the Sagamartha region
from a less-trekked trail, as well as
visit the regions key monasteries.
Grade : Moderate
You will be walking five to eight hours
per day at altitudes not exceeding 4,500
meters with steep ascents and descents.
Preparation will be much the same as for
the introductory trek but should include
more steep ascents and descents if
possible. Using the stairs instead of
the lift is a good way to prepare for
these treks as is cycling and swimming.
Type : Camping /
Tea house
Sometime Full board, tents and sometime
in guest house.
Duration : 21 days (15 days trek)
Activities : Trekking, camping,
sightseeing, (option)
Best time to go :
September to March/April
Departure dates : by arrangement
Minimum group size : 2
Maximum group size :
16
Trek Begin :11.03.2010 and 08.04.2010 ,11.09.2010 and 03.10.2010 |
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Program Itinerary (Short) |
Days 01 :
Trip commences in Kathmandu, introductions and
formalities (1336m) |
Days 02 :
Sightseeing around Kathmandu Valley |
Days 03 :
Lukla (2800m) by air then trek to Choplung (2600m) |
Days 04 :
Monjo (2850m) |
Days 05 :
Namche Bazaar (3440m) |
Days 06 :
Rest day at Namche for acclimatisation - short
morning hike |
Days 07 :
Portse Tenga (3600m) |
Days 08 :
Dole (4000m) |
Days 09 :
Machermo (4400m) |
Days 10 :
Rest day at Machermo -optional walk to ridge |
Days 11 :
Gokyo (4759m) |
Days 12 :
Ascent of Gokyo Ridge (5483m) |
Days 13 :
Gokyo for lunch then back down to Machermo (4400m) |
Days 14 :
Portse Tenga (3600m) |
Days 15 :
Thyangboche (3867m) |
Days 16 :
Khumjung (3780m) |
Days 17 :
Phakding (2700m) |
Days 18:
Lukla |
Days 19 :
Kathmandu by air |
Days 20 :
Day in Kathmandu -optinal sightseeing/shopping |
Days 21 :
Trip concludes in Kathmandu |
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Cost Included :- |
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Campers: Hotel accommodation in
Kathmandu (as per itinerary, 3 star rating standard,
B&B, twin share basis), airport transfers, full
compliment of trekking crew, all meals while on trek
(except alternative by choice), all necessary
camping gear (including sleeping bag, down jacket),
overland transportation, National Park Fees,
trekking crew insurance, emergency first aid kit.
Teahouse: Hotel accommodation in Kathmandu (as per
itinerary, 3 star rating standard, B&B, twin share
basis), airport transfers, full compliment of
trekking crew, all meals while on trek (except
alternative by choice), accommodation at best
available teahouse, overland transportation,
National Park Fees, trekking crew insurance,
emergency first aid kit. |
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Additional Cost :- |
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Extra hotel expenses, single room
supplement where requested, any personal expenses
(bottled soft drinks, telephone charges,
video/camera fees, etc.), domestic and international
airfares, medical costs (except medical attention
given by trek leader), rescue charges, tips for crew, Visas and visa extension costs, lunch
and evening meals while in Kathmandu (except Namaste
meal on first night) |
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Nepal
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