Gokyo Valley Trek-14 Days

Nepal Visa Procedure

You can obtain a Nepal Visa after arriving at Kathmandu Tribhuwan International Airport. With your original passport with at least 6-month validation and a passport-size photo, you can easily get an “On arrival Visa” to Nepal. For Gokyo Valley Trekking, you will need at least 15-30 days of visa. Here are the details of Visa Costs in Nepal.

15 Days Visa $30

30 Days Visa $50

90 Days Visa $125

Responsible Tourism during the Gokyo Trek

During the Gokyo Valley Trekking, our team is aware of several tourism activities. Considering this fact, we have a motto of leaving only footprints behind during any trips all over Nepal. We always provide to our clients regarding the preservation of our Nepalese culture and nature throughout the journey. Travelers must follow the guidelines of Sagarmatha National Park during the trek in the Everest Region. Moreover, enjoying and respecting the local Sherpa Culture promotes the beauty of cultural harmony.

Required Travel Insurance

Prioritizing your safety in high altitudes like Everest Region is very important. The uncertainty of weather, injury, risky trail, and altitude sickness can be a concern during the EBC Trek. Hence, having good travel insurance can boost your morale throughout the journey. We recommend having quality travel insurance that covers your medical bills, loss, damages, helicopter rescue, and all kinds of accidents above 5000 meters.

What if the Lukla Flight is delayed during the Gokyo Trek?

The 14-day Gokyo Valley Trek starts and ends at Lukla with exciting flights to get there. The weather in the Khumbu Region is always unpredictable. Hence, there can be flight delays and cancellations as well if the weather is not favorable for the flight. Therefore, we request our clients to have extra days for their trek, especially to the Everest Region including the Gokyo Ri Trek. In case of a flight cancellation, your flight will be postponed for the next day or you can get the full refund.

Which permit card is required for the Gokyo Valley?

Similar to EBC Trekking, you must obtain a permit card to do this Gokyo Valley Trekking. Gokyo Trek needs a Sagarmatha National Park Entry Permit and a Khumbu Region Municipality Permit Card. Each of the Permit Cards costs $30 respectively to trek in the Khumbu Region. To issue these Everest Permit Cards, we need your passport and a copy of your photo beforehand of the trek.

An ideal time to trek in Gokyo Valley Nepal

Trekking to Gokyo Valley in Nepal is possible anytime a year with better preparation. However, for the remarkable trekking experience without any obstacles of weather and temperature, the months of Spring and Autumn seasons are considered the ideal time to trek to Gokyo Valley. These two seasons bring the best out of the stunning landscapes, mountains, lakes, and natural scenery. The views are sparkling, less chances of rainfall, flight delays, and weather changes.

Trekking Gear and equipment for Gokyo Valley

Through the trek through the Gokyo Trek Route, you will walk through the strenuous landscapes, rugged terrain, and challenging pathways. Hence, having enough trekking gear is a must to make your journey easy and comfortable. Here is the list of trekking gear for Everest Region Trekking:

General Trekking Gear for Gokyo Valley:

Sleeping Bag, Trekking Poles, Backpack (60L), Water Bottle.

Upper Body:

Sun Hat, Woolen Hat, Net warmer, Sunglasses, Head Lamp,

Base Layer, Short and Long Sleeve T-shirts, Waterproof Jacket, Down Jacket, Fleece Jacket, Inner Thermal, Gloves.

Lower Body:

Hiking Pants, Inner Trousers, Hiking Shorts, Undergarments

Hiking Boot, Woolen Shocks, Micro Spikes, Flip flops

Miscellaneous Gear:

Personal medication, Toiletries, Camera, Backup charger, Hand sanitizer, quick dry towel, sunscreen, etc.

To learn more about trekking gear in Nepal, you can visit our link for further details about gear and equipment for Gokyo Trek.

Meals and Drinking Water along the Gokyo Trek

The meal items including breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner are included in the Gokyo Valley Trekking costs. You will be given a menu to choose the main course at each meal. We always suggest our clients focus on eating vegetarian meals during the trek. Here is the list of the most common meals you can take during the Gokyo Valley Trek:

Breakfast: Muesli, Porridge, Toast, Scrambled Eggs, cheese omelet, Tibetan Bread, Pancakes, and Hot Drinks.

Lunch and Dinner: Nepali Daal Bhat, fried rice, Thukpa, Noodles, Pasta, Momo, Chow Mein, Macaroni, Sandwich, etc.

Accommodation Facilities with Internet in the Everest

The accommodation in the Everest Region is almost similar to every trekking trail of the Khumbu. Similar to EBC Trek, you can find the teahouses with attached bathrooms to Namche Bazaar. After Namche Bazaar, some teahouses have shared bathrooms and toilets. Other than that, the rooms are with basic facilities, twin beds, mattresses, pillows, and blankets.

Almost all teahouses have internet facilities with some extra cost. They provide these facilities with an extra cost per device. Likewise, it is the same with the electricity facilities as well. Charging your mobile devices or backups costs an extra toll ranging from $2-$5 per device.

Difficulty Level of Hike to Gokyo Ri and preparation for the trek

The Gokyo Valley Trekking goes past several remote villages and rugged trails. Likewise, the route is off-the-beaten with several steep slopes and a glacial path. Hence, the journey demands excellent physical fitness for these challenging pathways. Likewise, the sudden weather changes and remote valleys can make the trip more strenuous. However, for experienced travelers in high altitudes, this trek can be moderate to easy. On the contrary, novice trekkers may find this trek physically and mentally demanding.

So, how do you prepare for this trek in the Everest Region? First, do some cardio and endurance training for at least 6-7 weeks before the trek. Likewise, hiking at least 2 times a week at high altitudes can be beneficial. Moreover, choosing the right trekking agency, the perfect season, travel insurance, etc. plays an important role in your trekking preparation.

What if I get altitude sickness during the Gokyo Lake Trek?

Well, altitude sickness is very common after an elevation of 3500 meters. However, after feeling the symptoms, you must use preventive measures before it gets worse. First thing first, inform your trekking guide and fellow member if you start getting symptoms like headache, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, and lack of appetite. These types of common symptoms can be gotten rid of if you follow the measures mentioned below:

• Drink Plenty of liquids such as water and vegetable soups.
• Avoid alcohol and caffeine during the whole journey.
• Eat healthy meals such as vegetable soups, Daal Bhat, and other veg items.
• Acclimatize properly during the start of the trek. Walking slowly and adapting the environment is the best way to acclimatize.
• Do not overpack your backpack right from the beginning. It can cause difficulty which can indirectly lead to sickness.
• Hike down to a lower elevation if you can to get some level of oxygen.
• Lastly in urgent cases, Overland Trek Nepal will assist you arranging the evacuation in Heli after your insurance claim.

Booking Procedure and Payment Method for Gokyo Trek

Overland Trek Nepal is a government-registered trekking and tour operator with more than 10 years of experience. Hence, you can confidently march ahead to book this exciting trip to Gokyo Valley or Gokyo Ri Hike with us without any hesitation. To book the trek with us either you can email us or contact us or directly book from our website package. Furthermore, travelers must deposit at least 20% of the total Gokyo Valley Trek cost for your confirmation. During your booking procedure ensure that you send us your passport copy, travel insurance, and passport-size photos. Regarding payment, you can directly pay from our payment gateway system, use Western Union, or Use our Bank Transfer Details.