Gokyo Ri Trekking Highlights

• Takeoff strip from Kathmandu to Lukla.
• Gokyo Ri or Gokyo peak (5,357 meters /17575 ft) sigh for,every climbers.
• No where to be seen such longest glacier of whole Himalayas.
• Irresistible hamlet made by stone houses.
• Thickset Rhododendron forest and momentous caves are in prime desirability.
• Imbue of challenging and smashing.
• 8000 meters above of several mountains are top prize.

Gokyo Ri Trekking is really amazing with 5 aquamarine Gokyo lakes. Gokyo Ri also known as Gokyo peak (5,357 m/ 17,575 ft) lies in west side of Ngozumpa glacier (largest glacier of whole Himalayas). Gokyo (4,750 m/ 15,583 ft) at the base of Gokyo Ri, is a small hamlet of a few stone houses standing at high altitude in the world. gokyo ri trek is fairly popular trekking route which is specially designed for adventure enthusiastic to enjoy the spectacular beauty of the Everest and the Himalayas, while avoiding much of the mental stress as well as physical stress. gokyo ri trek route belongs to hills and flat-lands, you will mostly undertake uphill and downhill trekking in clear flat-terrains.Thus, to enjoy the adventure in relaxed way gokyo ri trek itinerary gives you ample time for acclimatization. Gokyo ri trek difficulty has received moderate trip grading so, you do not need to have prior trekking experience for gokyo ri trekking trail.

How do you get to the Gokyo Ri?

After exploring the several heritage sites in Kathmandu we will take a flight to Lukla. We first trek to Namche Bazaar, ‘Home of the legendary Sherpas’ and from here we take a different route to Everest Base camp. From Namche Bazaar, the trail follows up to the Phortse Village and Machhermo then towards Ngozumpa glacier (source of Dudhkoshi River), Machhermo Ri and finally Gokyo valley as we are trekking towards the beautiful Gokyo valley, we pass through the dense Rhododendron forests and historic caves. Our arrival at Gokyo is welcomed by a string of blue lakes; here we have a day set aside for acclimatization. Next morning we hike to Gokyo Ri that offers us with the stunning 360 degree views of the 8,000 meter high Himalayan peaks. Every year, gokyo ri lake trek has been enticing plethora of trekkers towards its spectacular beauty. So, brace yourself for the most fascinating and lovely gokyo ri trek Nepal for your lifetime.

Flight notice to Lukla

Nowadays Tribhuvan International Airport is under maintenance to avoid its heavy traffic congestion. So flight to Lukla is only possible through Rammechap 130 km far apart from Kathmandu. According to government authenticity body this will remains until its maintenance accomplishment. We think it doesn’t make you so much difficult because reaching to Rammechap (Manthali Airport) is only about 3-4 hours drive.

Besides of Lukla and return flight, Directly we can manage the arrangement of helicopter flight from Kathmandu. There is no more than five people in one group. Group cost of this one way flight for Lukla should be extra 500 USD per individual. Grouping is made by our agent at airport immediately, so we request our clients to help us for group arrangement as much as possible. The conformation of preferred alternative helps us to become more reliable.

Trekking to gokyo ri is as one of  ‘Everest region trek’ that Skyline treks has to offer. However for trekkers who wish to reach the base camp of world’s highest mountain then ebc gokyo ri trek 16 days is ideal. Whether you are looking for a high mountain passes in the Everest region then Everest 3 passes trek 20 days that may suits you best.

Some General Information:

Gokyo Ri Trek

Location: Khumbu, Nepal.

  Highlight: Amazing views of 8000 m above peaks;Mount Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, Kanchenjunga, and Cho Oyu.

  Height: 5357m (17,575 ft) above sea level.

  Degree: 27°57′40″N 86°41′00″E

  Mountain Range: Himalayas

  Trip grade: Moderate 

*Best season to visit: February, March, April, May, September, October, November & December.

Gokyo Ri Trek cost for 2025, 2026 and 2027

The cost for the Gokyo Ri trek varies depending on the number of people in the group. Here’s a breakdown:

Number of Pax	Cost per Person (USD)
1	$1395
2	$1360
3 to 6	$1345
7 to 10	$1325
11+	$1300

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