Destination Everest Region

Trip Difficulty Difficult Trip

Duration 12 Days

Activities Trekking

Accommodation Hotel and Teahouse Lodge

Max altitude 5360 m

Group Size 1-10 Pax

Meals Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

Vehicle Bus/Car/Jeep/Flight

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Highlights of Gokyo Renjo La Pass Trek 12 days

Less crowded off-the-beaten track in Everest region
Renjo la pass(5,360 m), an adventure pass connect Gokyo and Thame valley.
Ngozumba Glacier-World’s longest glacier
Spectacular view of five world highest mountains
Sherpa’s settlements with their lifestyle, culture and traditions
Visit world’s highest freshwater Lake – Goky Lake.

Overview of Gokyo Renjo La Pass Trek 12 days

Gokyo Renjo La Pass Trek 12 days is a must do trekking once in a lifetime for a surreal Himalayan landscapes. An amazing and beautiful trek to Gokyo Valley and Gokyo Lake is filled up with scenic grandeur. This is an alternative trekking route to EBC for people who prefer trek on a less crowded trail in Everest region. You will enjoy an attractive snowy mountain view, Himalayan scenery, lakes, and alpine valley and pasture. We have designed 12 days Gokyo Lake and Everest Base Camp Trek for limited time hikers trekking in Everest.

Gokyo Renjo La Pass Trek starts from Lukla, follows the Dudh Koshi to Namche Bazaar, the big market place of Everest. This is off beaten path track. The trek has two attainable routes either from Renjo la Pass trek and an alternatively from the Gokyo Lake.

What expect on Gokyo Renjo La Pass Trek 12 days

Gokyo Renjo La Pass Trek provides a memory of lifetime. The Renjo La Pass offers an excellent view of the Gokyo lakes and the various of snowy peaks. Thus, it offer an unbelievable atmosphere. After the nice view from the Renjo-La Pass, the path descends following Thame valley. The alternative route begins from Gokyo is a easier way.

Gokyo Peak climbing is one of the highlights of this trek that offers an unimaginable scenery. From there you can observe the impressive views of Everest, Makalu, Cho Oyo, Lhotse and many other fascinating mountains. The trail to Gokyo valley passes through the beautiful rhododendron forest. The main attraction of the Gokyo Valley is an excursion view of Gokyo lakes, and the Ngozumpa Glacier.

The Gokyo Ri is considerably best view point of 12 days Gokyo Renjo La Pass (5345 m) Trek. This is a perfect trek for anyone who wants to avoid the busier trails of the Everest Everest Base Camp. The Everest Renjo La Circuit trek avoids trek up and back on the same trail. The views from Gokyo-Ri peak is stunning and much better than Kalapatthar. Gokyo Renjo La pas trek is a less challenging western route, descending into the Nangamla valley. Before reaching Namche, we stay at the charming village of Thame and explore the beautiful Sherpa monastery.

Detail Itinerary of Gokyo Renjo La Pass Trek 12 days

Day 01: Kathmandu to Phakding(2,562m, 35 min flight, 8km, 3-4 hrs trek)

Fly to Lukla with a 40 minutes scenic mountainous flight, then trek for 4 hours to Phakding on almost down and flat easy trail passing dotted scattered Sherpa village and inscriptive Mani stones has mantra “Om Mani Padme Hum” means Hail to the jewel in the Lotus.

Day 02: Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3,440m, 10km, 6-7 hrs)

Trek small ascends and descends to the entry point of Everest National Park headquarters and then to Jorsale for lunch break. After lunch, we trek all steep uphill to Namche bazzar, the gateway to Everest. In the middle of the hill there is a vantage point that provides our first view of Mt Everest, Lhotse and Nuptse.

Day 03: Acclimatization Day in Namche Bazaar.

There are different options acclimatize day hiking in Namche bazzar. One option you can walk to National park head quarter above Namche where there is a mini museum of flora and fauna, the view from there is very wonderful includes Mt. Everest, AmaDablam and Thamserku. Next option is trekked to Everest view hotel, then back to Namche bazzar via Khumjung village visiting Hillary school.

Day 04: Namche to Dole (4,110 m, 11 km, 5-6 hrs)

Breakfast and walk on the mail trail to Everest Base Camp for short time, and then leaving the main trail we have seen progressively fewer trekkers and locals and the relative isolation of the trail is a pleasure. Sections of red birch, fir and dwarf rhododendron forest are interspersed with areas of yak pasture as we gradually gain altitude to Dole. We pass pleasant waterfalls and sit to gaze at the glaciers that flow from Taweche and Cholatse on the opposite side of the valley.

Day 05: Dole to Machhermo (4,470m, 9km, 4-5 hrs)

Day 06: Machhermo to Gokyo Lake (4,800m, 7km, 3-4 hrs)

Trek to Gokyo village following the valley high above the river. There are excellent views of Cholatse at the village of Pangka and we stop to enjoy them. Then trek onto the moraine and rock that extends down from it, enjoying the excellent views of Kantega to the south and Cho Oyu to the north. Once we have ascended the snout of the glacier the path levels. We pass the first of the lakes, Longpongo, before reaching the second, Taoche Lake, a larger body of water and a place where ducks are often seen swimming in the freezing waters. As we walk up the valley our path parallels the Ngozumpa Glacier and separating us from the glacier is the massive lateral moraine where the Gokyo is existed.

Day 07: Gokyo Ri (5,360m) and Gokyo Lake (4800 m)

Wake up early in the morning to climb Gokyo peak for the panoramic Himalayas views of Everest and Cho Oyu and overlooks Ngozuma glacier and Gokyo Lake.

Day 08: Gokyo to Lungden (4350m) crossing Renjo La pass

Today crossing the Renjo La Pass will be exciting and challenging. We descend into a remote northern valley where the landscape is progressively that of the Tibetan Valleys beyond the border. There is a chance we will meet Tibetan traders descending from the Nangpa La pass. This is an ancient trading route that leads through the Himalayas from Tibet. Traders still use this route today with their caravans of woolly yaks laden with goods.

Day 09: Lungden to Thame (3850m)

We turn south and down valley towards Lukla for our return to Kathmandu. But there are Sherpa villages to be explored as we descend the gorge. We will spend the night at the village of Thame with its spectacular monastery.

Day 10: Thame to Monjo

We return to civilization and no doubt there will be earnest celebration of a challenging but satisfying expedition, the likes of which has been enjoyed by very few people, lunch at Namche and continue trek to Manjo.

Day 11: Monjo to Lukla

The trail takes us down the Dudh Kosi valley to Lukla airstrip for the flight back to Kathmandu. This is a time to reflect on the past days and an unforgettable journey we have undertaken into the high Himalaya. Our last evening of the trek is a good time to have a small party for all the team, especially the porters who will return to their villages from here. There is usually lots of music, dancing and singing

Day 12: Lukla – Kathmandu (1,300m, 35 min flight)

This morning we fly to Kathmandu, a thrilling flight over forests, fields and villages, with the Himalaya in the background. On arrival, we transfer to the hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure, a good time for last minute shopping or sightseeing.

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Includes / Excludes

What's Included ?

Airport transfer – hotel/airport/hotel
Twin sharing standard hotel accommodation on BB basis in Kathmandu before and after trek we can book as per your request.
Round Trip Flight cost – Lukla/Kathmandu/Lukla of client and guide.
Basic twin sharing tea house accommodation during trek.
3 times meals – breakfast, lunch and dinner during the trek.
English Speaking guide and all his expenses during the trek like flight, insurance, salary, meals and accommodation.
All Trekking permit – Sagarmatha National Park Fee, Local government tax and TIMS card.
All government taxes, vat, company service charge.

What's Excluded ?

Lunch and Dinner in Kathmandu.
Travel Insurance in case of emergency for rescue and other medication.
Nepal visa fee
All kind of hot and cold drinks – coke, fanta, beer, whisky, bottle of water, hot water, tea, coffee etc.
All personal trekking equipment like down jacket and sleeping bag etc.
Porter to carry your backpack/luggage.
Tips for guide and porter
Personal expenses like wifi, hot shower, telephone, battery charge fee
Upgraded lodge accommodation like room with private toilet and bathroom.
All the cost not mention on above cost includes.

Note: We operate private trip everyday.

We can operate private trip for solo, group, family, students as per your requirements.

Trip Information - Gokyo Renjo La Pass Trek 12 days

Everest Base Camp Trek Accommodation

Everest Base Camp Trek accommodation will be basic tea houses for boarding/lodging.This is the most popular style of trekking to Everest Base Camp and simply involves trekking from teahouse to teahouse. Teahouses are essentially small hotels find in local villages that offer both a place to sleep as well as home cooked meals. Rooms are typically shared with 2 trekkers in a room. Bathrooms are shared as well and in the Everest Base Camp Trek, the lodges usually have running cold water and western style toilets. Also the hot shower is also available but it need to pay extra cost for it.

In some of the villages on the trek, it may be possible to have a private room with an extra cost and we will do our best to arrange that. However, during busy times of the year there is a limited amount of lodging available in some of the villages so it’s generally impossible to arrange private rooms. This is the case even if you’re willing to pay extra since the tea house owners will not give out a private room if it means someone else goes without a room.

Everest Base Camp Trek Meals/Food

Trekkers can choose a meal/food from the menus at the tea houses. Typical meals on EBC trek includes omelets, toast, boiled eggs, noodle soup, fried rice, macaroni, momo, vegetarian curries, pizza or chow mein. The traditional Nepali Dal Bhat which consists of rice, lentils, and a vegetable is all you can eat and always a good choice. Meat on the mountain is not hygienic and we suggest trekkers stick with vegetarian options.

There is not a problem for vegetarian food and in fact we recommend that everyone stick with a vegetarian diet on the trek as the local meat is not refrigerated properly. If you have special dietary requirements just let us know and we will make sure to assist with the proper menu.

Everest Base Camp Trek Weather/Temperature

Weather/Temperature in Summer Everest Base Camp trek in June, July, and August have the hottest temperature.The temperature in the daytime in Everest is between 20 to 25 degree centigrade. The maximum temperature is found in the month of June and July. The nighttime temperatures in Everest during the summer is high too. The lowest that the temperature gets in the night time is -3 degree centigrade and a maximum of 5 degrees. The temperature in the months of June and July are pretty similar.

Weather/Temperature in Autumn in Everest Base Camp Trek lasts from the end of September to the November. This is the part of the year when the cold starts to set in the Everest. The maximum daytime temperature starts to go down from 20 degrees in September and falls to 12 degrees in November. The sun will not be as warm as that in the summers, but that is expected. In September the average nighttime temperature is almost 3 degrees. This starts to fall down and reach in between -7 to – 15 degrees in November.

Weather/Temperature in Winter Everest Base Camp Trek in December, January and February.The coldest of all the months throughout the year, winter at Everest is severely cold and poses challenges to the interested people. The average temperature during the daytime in the Everest winters is 8 degree centigrade. There is not a lot of difference in the temperature in December, January as well as February. All three months are equally cold. Nighttime is when the temperature falls down drastically. The nighttime temperatures around -7 degrees but it can go as low as -15 degrees.

Weather/Temperature in Spring March/April/ May a perfect time to enjoy Everest. The daytime temperature in March is around 12 degrees. This temperature goes up to 15-16 degrees in the month of April and peaks to almost 20 degrees in May. Devoid of biting cold and hot and wet summers, this is a glorious time for all Everest lovers.The nighttime temperatures, although sometimes below zero are not alarmingly low. The lowest that nighttime temperatures get is -8 in March. This increases to -5 degrees in April and -3 in May.

Everest Base Camp Trek Equipment

Proper preparation and equipment will give you a great trekking experience. It is also possible to buy/rent trekking gear at affordable price in Kathmandu and Pokhara Nepal. Below is the recommended trekking equipment list for comfortable everest base camp trek.
Day trek pack
Extra layers, gloves, wind breaker and poncho
Sunscreen
Lip Balm with Sunscreen
Broad brimmed hat or bandana (for sun protection)
Iodine Water Tablets (personal preference)
Water Bottles or Camel Back
Sunglasses
Headlamp with extra batteries
Favorite Snacks
Waterproof bags to protect electronics or paperwork
Camera with extra batteries and memory cards
Umbrella (works great in a light rain or to protect from the sun)
Duct tape or moleskin for blisters
Toilet Paper
Trekking Poles (optional)
Thermos (optional for hot beverages)
Head/Hands
Wide brimmed hat
Wool hat (Should cover ears)/Balaclava
Lightweight Gloves
Insulated Wool/Down Mittens
Gaiters (optional)
Body/Leg/Bag
Moisture wicking long sleeve T-shirts (2)
Moisture wicking T-shirts (1)
Long underwear pants (2)
Underwear (5 to 7)
Heavy Fleece/Down Jacket
Long sleeve shirts (2)
Sweatshirt (optional)
Fleece Pants
Trekking Pants (2)
Shorts (optional)
Gore Tex Waterproof Jacket with hood
Rain Poncho that covers your day pack
Waterproof Pants
FootWear
Hiking boots with ankle support
Camp shoes or Tennis Shoes
Plastic bag to carry spare shoes
Hiking socks (10)
Sock Liners (optional)
Sleeping Bag
Sleeping bag rated to -20° degree centigrade
Sleeping bag liner (optional)
Sleeping bag stuff sack
Rucksack(Duffel Bag)/Daypacks
Duffel Bag for Carrying Your Gear (we provide this for the trek)
Day Pack for Carrying what you need on the trail
Small Lock(s) for duffel bag and day pack
Waterproof cover for daypack
Dry Bags in several sizes
Stuff sacks for dirty clothes/shoes
First Aid Kit/Toiletries
Advil or Ibuprofen
Diamox (for altitude sickness)
Personal Prescriptions
Medical Tape (for preventing treating blisters)
Antibiotics (Cipro for travelers’ diarrhea)
Diaper Rash Cream (Can treat rashes or chaffing)
Basic toiletries (Soap, Deodorant…)
Wet wipes
Panty Liners and Tampons
Sun/Face lotion
Hair brush
Hair ties
Hand warmers
Ear plugs for sleeping
Money/Paperwork
Passport (needed at entry gate for registration)
Spending Money
One Passport Size Photo (Needed for trekking permit
Other Items
Portable Solar Charger
Journal, pen and paper