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Gokyo Renjo La Pass Trek Trip Fact

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    Trip Style : Trekking & Hiking
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    Trip Difficulty : Strenuous Plus
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    Trip Guide : Local Sherpa Guides
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    Destination : Everest, Nepal
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    Max Altitude : 5,480 Meters (17,979Ft)
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    Daily Walking Hours : Approx. 4-6 Walking
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    Accomodation: Teahouse/Guesthouse
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    Food : Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner(BLD)
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    Start-End : Kathmandu/Lukla/Kathmandu
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    Transport : Private Car, Van, Bus & Flight
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    Best Season : February to June and Sept to Nov

Everest Gokyo Renjo La Pass Trek Overview

Gokyo Renjo La pass trek is one of the most classy, engrossing and far-from-the-mainstream trail treks, which stuns its trekkers with its enchanting features, exclusive routes, and breathtaking aura. The trail to Gokyo Renjo La Pass gives you a fun-filled and complete experience of the Solukhumbu Himalayan Ranges with a fairly suitable and easy walk.

The adventurous trek lets you view the pleasing scenery of the majestically beautiful Himalayan mountain landscapes, green valleys, terraces, and splashing blue lakes along with the remarkable tradition and culture of the local people. This short route enables trekkers who have limited time to discover the most famous glories of Nepal. It is literally one of the most stunning treks in the world.

Gokyo Renjo La pass with Gokyo valley trek begins with an unforgettable scenic flight over the lush green forests and beautifully flowing rivers taking us towards Lukla airport which has one of the narrowest runways in the world.

After our arrival at the Lukla airport, we start our climb walking past the delightful Sherpa villages in Phakding, leading us through the Khumbu Valley also known as the Sherpa land, Namche Bazaar (3,440 m), which is guarded by the mighty mountains from all sides. Set amongst an awe-inspiring high mountain scenery, Namche Bazaar is the gateway to any Everest Region trek and is a trading hub in the Khumbu Region.

The trail continues up to two different routes; Renjo La passes or an alternative itinerary. The journey becomes more exciting as the trail gradually ascends and passes through patches of birch and rhododendron forests, where the elusive musk deer and Himalayan Tahr can also be seen sometimes. Walking past through small yak grazing settlements, we reach the Gokyo valley where you feel overwhelmed by the beauty of the tranquil, sparkling, turquoise-colored Gokyo Lake.

Gokyo Ri (5480 m) is an enticing attraction and one of the main highlights on our journey to Gokyo Renjo La Pass. It is a small day hike that offers us the best lookout for Mt. Everest (8848 m), rejoicing a panoramic view of other Himalayan giants including Makalu (8481 m), Cho Oyu (8201 m) and Lhotse (8516 m) to name a few.

The Renjo La pass trail is what they say an off the usual beaten track and trekkers usually don’t take this path. That is what makes it so unique and exciting. A splendid view of Gokyo Lake on one side, the Rermo Pokhari Lake on the other side and a myriad of snowy peaks in the background provide the most incredible views to witness to its trekkers. From here, the trail descends alongside the opposite side of the bank of the Dudh Koshi River which is also called the Milk River as the splashing waters among the rocks make the water seem white.

Gokyo Renjo La pass hiking holiday commences in Kathmandu, visiting the historical monuments and world heritage sites. Kathmandu Valley, the capital city of Nepal, has incredible ancient stories carved in every historical site and temple.

A guided tour in Kathmandu on the second day gives you a chance to experience the Nepalese lifestyle, build you a taste for authentic Nepali spices and a chance to take back wonderful memories captured with your lens. Trekkers feel spiritually enlightened as they walk through the holiest temples and peaceful Buddhist Stupas.

The colorful markets set up in these areas provide you with rare handicrafts that reflect the tradition and culture of Nepalese people. Early in the morning on the third day, you will be transferred to the domestic airport as you begin your Gokyo Renjo Lake pass trekking vacation.

Trip Highlights

  • Enjoy awe-inspiring high mountain scenery and Khumbu valley, the Sherpa land
  • Hike to Gokyo Lake valley passing through patches of birch and rhododendron forest encountering elusive musk deer and Himalayan Tahr
  • Climb Gokyo Ri peak (5480m) to savor the incredible scenery, including breathtaking views of Everest (8848m), Makalu (8481m), Cho Oyu (8201m) and Lhotse (8516m).
  • Enjoy the great view of the Gokyo Lake on one side, the Rermo Pokhari Lake on the other side and a myriad of snowy peaks in the background
  • Visit the legendary Sherpa villages, holiest Buddhist stupas, and colorful local markets
  • Explore the breathtaking Renjo La pass and glory of Mount Everest.

Upon your arrival at Kathmandu airport you will be greet by one of our guides and transfer to hotel. Rest of the time will be on your own. In the evening, one of our team leaders will come to meet you and take you to a typical Nepali restaurant to enjoy the delicious dinner with short briefing about your great trek to Gokyo valley. Overnight at hotel.

  • itinery-iconAccommodation: Teahouse/guest house
  • itinery-iconMeals: BLD
  • itinery-iconPlace: Kathmandu
  • itinery-iconMaximum Altitude:1,350m

Breakfast at hotel, your tour guide is standing in the lobby, he will give you a short brief about today’s trip and start exploring the historical monuments and world heritage sites including Kathmandu Durbar square, Monkey temple, Buddhanath stupa, and the holy Hindu temple Pasupatinath. Overnight at hotel.

  • itinery-iconAccommodation: Teahouse/guest house
  • itinery-iconMeals: BLD
  • itinery-iconPlace: Kathmandu
  • itinery-iconMaximum Altitude:1,350m

Fly to Lukla, the trail descends, gradually passing above the large village of Chaunrikharaka (2680m) and on through small villages, fields and forests following a wide well constructed path. After Kusum Drargka, a large stream, the trail crosses the Dudh Kosi river at Phakding. Overnight at guest house.

  • itinery-iconAccommodation: Teahouse/guest house
  • itinery-iconMeals: BLD
  • itinery-iconPlace: Lukla to Phakding
  • itinery-iconMaximum Altitude:2,860m.,2,640m

From Phakding the trail follows the western bank of Dudh Kosi passing through forests of Blue Pine until it reaches the village of Benkar(2,700m). From here the trail crosses to the eastern bank of the Dudh Kosi, and climbs gently to the village of Chumoa. Between here and the next village of Monjo (2,800m) the trail drops steeply to cross Monjo Khola. From Monjo the trail crosses a small rock saddle and then descends abruptly to re-cross the Dudh Kosi at Jorsale (2,804m). Beyond Jorsale the trail undulates up until the confluence with Bhote Kosi is reached. From here the Khumbu region begins. Above the bridge the trail zigzags up 300m of the steep spur between the two rivers through sparse forest. The next section of the trail climbs less steeply, traversing above the Bhote Kosi until Namche Bazaar is reached. Namcha Bazaar is a market town, where every Saturday morning traders from lower altitude sell goods to sherpas. Most of the trading is over by mid-day and the traders return to their villages. Overnight at guest house.

  • itinery-iconAccommodation: Teahouse/guest house
  • itinery-iconMeals: BLD
  • itinery-iconPlace: Namche Bazaar
  • itinery-iconMaximum Altitude:3,445m

Known as the ‘Gateway to Everest’ we will spend today here in order to acclimatize and adjust to the thinning air. A short trek to the museum celebrating the traditional customs of the Sherpa people, as well as about flora & Fauna & its land, more importantly, from here you will get the proper glimpse of Everest and the surrounding mountains. And we hike up the Syanbuche airport, and Everest view hotel and sightseeing at the Khumjung village (3800m), which is the biggest settlement of Sherpa. Khumjung is one of the most beautiful villages in Everest area. It’s symmetrically laid out stone dwellings house the families of many of our Sherpas. Overnight at guest house.

  • itinery-iconAccommodation: Teahouse/guest house
  • itinery-iconMeals: BLD
  • itinery-iconPlace: Namche Bazaar
  • itinery-iconMaximum Altitude:3,445m

After having breakfast, we start today’s most pleasant hike down to the river at Phunki Thanhka to lunch next to water driven prayer wheels. A steep but short climb takes us to the legendary Tengboche Monastery through forests of blue pine, fir and black juniper. Overnight at guest house.

  • itinery-iconAccommodation: Teahouse/guest house
  • itinery-iconMeals: BLD
  • itinery-iconPlace: Tengboche
  • itinery-iconMaximum Altitude:3,860m

From Tengboche, trek down to Dhukosi river and the trail gradually ascent to Dole, which lies just above the tree-line. Overnight at guest house.

  • itinery-iconAccommodation: Teahouse/guest house
  • itinery-iconMeals: BLD
  • itinery-iconPlace: Dole
  • itinery-iconMaximum Altitude:4,040m

Breakfast at guest house, today is a short day due to the need to maintain a safe rate of ascent. Gokyo appears to be within easy reach but a night at Macherma is essential. Overnight at guest house.

  • itinery-iconAccommodation: Teahouse/guest house
  • itinery-iconMeals: BLD
  • itinery-iconPlace: Macherma
  • itinery-iconMaximum Altitude:4,480m

Another short climb leads to the lunch spot in the Phanga Valley and then a steady afternoon's plod leads past the first of the Gokyo Lake to the camping area by the main lake. There are excellent views of Cho Oyu ahead, with Taweche and Cholatse dominating the opposite side of the valley. Overnight at guest house.

  • itinery-iconAccommodation: Teahouse/guest house
  • itinery-iconMeals: BLD
  • itinery-iconPlace: Gokyo Lake
  • itinery-iconMaximum Altitude:4,750m

Today day early in the morning we have steep climb up to the top of Gokyo Ri (5,480m) ample rewards to one attempts this trip. There are stunning views of the supper Gokyo valley, the massive Ngozumpa Glacier and an incredible panoramic view of the whole Khumbu Himalayas, such as giants as Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Makalu (8,481m), Cho-Oyu (8,153m) and Gychung Kang (7,922m) can be seen. Those who explore the glacier and Gokyo peak are rewarded. Overnight at guest house.

  • itinery-iconAccommodation: Teahouse/guest house
  • itinery-iconMeals: BLD
  • itinery-iconPlace: Gokyo Ri and back to Gokyo

After breakfast, we start our amazing day trekking over Renjo Pass and continue trek to Lundhen (4,380m). Overnight at guest house.

  • itinery-iconAccommodation: Teahouse/guest house
  • itinery-iconMeals: BLD
  • itinery-iconPlace: Renjo la pass then Lundhen
  • itinery-iconMaximum Altitude:5,350m.,4,380m

As soon as hot breakfast finish we continue our descent to Namche Bazaar, since we are heading all the way down to Namche Bazaar (which is a beautiful and heavily equipped town with the modern facilities), we have new energy in our body. Overnight at hotel or guest house in Namche Bazaar.

  • itinery-iconAccommodation: Teahouse/guest house
  • itinery-iconMeals: BLD
  • itinery-iconPlace: Namche Bazaar
  • itinery-iconMaximum Altitude:3,445m

This is our final day of trekking which returns us to the town of Lukla, where the overnight stay gives you time to explore the town as well as reflect upon the mountains you have recently visited for one last time before heading back to Kathmandu. Overnight at guest house.

  • itinery-iconAccommodation: Teahouse/guest house
  • itinery-iconMeals: BLD
  • itinery-iconPlace: Lukla
  • itinery-iconMaximum Altitude:2,860

After breakfast, we will walk about 5 minutes to airport to catch our return flight to Kathmandu. We take an early flight to Kathmandu. Upon arrival at Kathmandu airport, transfer to hotel. Rest of the time will be on your own. In the evening, celebrate your great trip with one of our team leaders at a typical Nepali restaurant. Overnight at hotel.

  • itinery-iconAccommodation: Teahouse/guest house
  • itinery-iconMeals: BLD
  • itinery-iconPlace: Kathmandu
  • itinery-iconMaximum Altitude:1350m

After breakfast, the trip ends, we will drop you to the Kathmandu international airport for your final flight back to home. We wish you have a safe and sound flight and see you again in the future.

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  • small-thumbnails Everest National park fee with trekking permit.
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  • small-thumbnails Arrangement of Emergency Helicopter service which will be paid by your Travel insurance company.
  • small-thumbnails Welcome and fare well dinner in Kathmandu host by Ram Kumar.
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  • small-thumbnails Sightseeing or any extra activities except the above program.
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Gokyo Renjo La Pass Trek is a strenuous plus trekking in the Everest Region.  Please read about Acute Mountain Sickness before making a final decision book the Gokyo Renjo La Pass Trek.

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  • December 26, 2022

Our Review for Gokyo Lake and Renjo La Pass Trek

We just finished our trekking in Nepal with Alpine Eco Trek and expedition. We trekked the Everest region, Gokyo Lake and Renjo La Pass. Alpine Eco Trek has a fantastic guide and very friendly and honest porters. We liked their services, they are very polite and smiled during the trekking. Their services are excellent and Mr. Ram Kumar, the owner of this agency gave us a lot information about Nepal and Gokyo Lake and Renjo La Pass trek. We are very happy to choose this trekking agency for our Nepal trip. If you are looking for the best trekking agency in Nepal for Gokyo Lake and Renjo La Pass trek or any trips you can choose Ram and his agency. Have a nice and good time with Alpine Eco Trek and expedition.

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