Gokyo Lakes & Cho La Pass Trek

Ascend the peaceful Gokyo Valley to six emerald-turquoise glacial lakes, climb Gokyo Ri for four 8,000m summits, and cross the thrilling Cho La pass.

Trip facts

Duration: 13 Days
Group size: 2 - 12 Travelers
Max altitude: 5,357m (Gokyo Ri)
Difficulty: Challenging
Best season: March - May, September - November
Start / end: Kathmandu - Kathmandu
Transport: Domestic flight to Lukla & trekking
Meals: All meals during trek (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Accommodation: High altitude teahouses

Overview

The Gokyo Lakes Trek is the ultimate scenic alternative to the standard Everest Base Camp route. Following the Dudh Koshi into a quieter valley, you reach the breathtaking Gokyo Valley with its series of sacred turquoise glacial lakes. Climbing Gokyo Ri (5,357m) rewards you with one of the greatest viewpoints in the world, unveiling four 8,000-meter giants: Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, and Cho Oyu.

Trip highlights

Marvel at six pristine turquoise alpine lakes fed by the Ngozumpa Glacier
Summit Gokyo Ri (5,357m) for views of 4 of the world 14 highest peaks
A quieter, more tranquil trekking trail than the classic Base Camp route

Itinerary

Day-by-day plans, trail specs, meals, and accommodations.

- Height:2,610m
- Distance:8 km
Scenic flight to Lukla, commence trek to Phakding.
Meals:BreakfastLunchDinner
Stay:Teahouse

Included & excluded

Included in the price

All Lukla flights, park permits, experienced guide, porters, all meals and teahouse lodging

Not included

Personal insurance, warm sleeping bag, tips

Frequently asked questions

Traveller reviews

4.8

1 verified reviews

Guide & crew: 5.0
Safety: 5.0
Accommodation: 4.0
Food: 5.0
Value for money: 5.0

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Simone Bellini (Italy)
4.8November 2025
Gokyo Lakes & Cho La Pass Trek
The turquoise lakes with the white mountains reflected in them took my breath away. Gokyo Ri is the best viewpoint in the entire Khumbu!

Gokyo Lakes & Cho La Pass Trek

Trip facts

Overview

Trip highlights

Itinerary

Day 1: Flight to Lukla & Trek to Phakding

Day 2: Trek to Namche Bazaar

Day 3: Acclimatization in Namche

Day 4: Trek from Namche to Dole

Day 5: Trek from Dole to Machhermo

Day 6: Trek to Gokyo Valley & Third Lake

Day 7: Climb Gokyo Ri (5,357m) & Explore 4th/5th Lakes

Day 8: Trek to Dole

Day 9: Trek from Dole to Namche Bazaar

Day 10: Trek to Lukla

Day 11: Fly back to Kathmandu

Included & excluded

Included in the price

Not included

Frequently asked questions

Traveller reviews