Day 1
Lukla to Phakding
3 hrs / 8 km / sleep 2,610 m
Fly into Lukla and descend along the Dudh Koshi River to Phakding.
Everest
Gokyo Lakes Trek
A less-crowded alternative to EBC in the same region. Trek to the stunning turquoise Gokyo Lakes and climb Gokyo Ri for views of four 8,000m peaks including Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, and Cho Oyu.
Challenging12 days5,357 mMar–May, Sep–Nov
Photo: Tom Simcock / Wikimedia CommonsOverview
Trek overview
Long-form route context for planning, pacing, and realistic expectations.
A less-crowded alternative to EBC in the same region. Trek to the stunning turquoise Gokyo Lakes and climb Gokyo Ri for views of four 8,000m peaks including Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, and Cho Oyu.
This itinerary is synced from TrekGuard mobile app data and includes 12 planned days, 100 km of walking, and 5,200 m of total elevation gain.
Highlights include Gokyo Ri sunrise (5,357m), Four 8,000m peaks visible, Turquoise Gokyo Lakes, Ngozumpa Glacier — longest in Nepal.
Itinerary
Daily route plan
Day 2
Phakding to Namche Bazaar
6 hrs / 11 km / sleep 3,440 m
Follow the river, cross suspension bridges including the Hillary Bridge, and climb steeply to Namche Bazaar.
Day 3
Namche Bazaar acclimatization
4 hrs / 6 km / sleep 3,440 m
Acclimatization day. Explore Namche, visit the museum, or hike to Khumjung village.
Day 4
Namche Bazaar to Dole
5 hrs / 9 km / sleep 4,038 m
Diverge from the EBC trail heading west. Trek through rhododendron forests with views of Cho Oyu and Kangtega.
Day 5
Dole to Machhermo
4 hrs / 8 km / sleep 4,470 m
Gradual uphill through the Dudh Koshi valley. Pass through small settlements of Lhabarma and Luza.
Day 6
Machhermo to Gokyo
5 hrs / 9 km / sleep 4,790 m
Pass the first Gokyo Lake (Longpongo) and second lake (Taboche Tsho) before reaching Gokyo village on the shore of the third lake.
Day 7
Gokyo acclimatization
5 hrs / 6 km / sleep 4,790 m
Pre-dawn hike to Gokyo Ri (5,357m) for breathtaking 360° views of Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, and Cho Oyu. Afternoon explore the Fourth and Fifth lakes.
Day 8
Gokyo to Dole
5 hrs / 17 km / sleep 4,038 m
Begin the descent, retracing through Machhermo to Dole.
Day 9
Dole to Namche Bazaar
5 hrs / 9 km / sleep 3,440 m
Continue descending back to Namche Bazaar. Last chance for shopping and farewell dal bhat.
Day 10
Namche Bazaar to Lukla
6 hrs / 19 km / sleep 2,860 m
Final trekking day. Descend through forests to Lukla for celebration.
Day 11
Lukla to Kathmandu
0 hrs / 0 km / sleep 1,338 m
Fly back to Kathmandu. Keep a buffer day for weather delays.
Day 12
Kathmandu acclimatization
0 hrs / 0 km / sleep 1,338 m
Buffer day for weather-delayed flights. Explore Kathmandu or rest.
Map
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- Duration
- 12 days
- Altitude
- 5,357 m
- Updated
- 2026
Route files are planning references only. Always follow current trail conditions, local notices, and guide advice.
Packing checklist
Use a mobile-friendly checklist for clothing, electronics, medicine, documents, and trail gear.
Altitude and safety
Prepare before pushing higher.
Climb gradually and take acclimatization seriously.
Check weather, wind, and daylight before long days.
Descend and seek help if altitude symptoms worsen.
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