Gokyo Rinjo Pass trekking by Adventure Travellers Club

Location: Kathmandu, Nepal

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Departing: 10 Feb 2012
Duration: 17 Days

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Tour Essentials

Gokyo Rinjo Pass trekking is an excellent trek which provides you with magnificent views of snowy peaks. The main points of interest on this trek are Gokyo peak (5483m).

Travel Details

Departure times: Varied
Duration: 17 Days
Takes Place In: Kathmandu

Accommodation provided:

3 Star Hotel
3 star in Kathmandu,Guesthouse while Trekking.
Single room supplement: 70.00 USD
Accommodation upgrade: 15.00 USD

Required for Extras:

$65.00 USD

What to bring:

Binoculars
Camera
Towel
Sleeping Bag
Packed Lunch
Rucksack
Insect Repellant
Hat
Sunblock
Comfortable Footwear
Change of Clothes
Warm Clothing
Waterproof Clothing
Hiking boots
Woolen socks
Fleece jacket
Water proof jacket
Beanie/scarf/gloves
First aid kit

Included in price:

Breakfast
Tour Guide
Entry Fees
Hotel / Hostel Pickup
Accommodation
Cost Includes:
Transportation to and from Kathmandu by air or road, as per itinerary.
3 meals per day during the trek (breakfast, lunch & dinner) including the coffee and tea.
Accommodation in tea houses or in tents as per itinerary during the trek.
Accommodation including breakfast at 3 star hotels in Kathmandu.
Highly experienced Government licensed guide and necessary porters during the trek.
Government / Local taxes, Tourist service charge, guide / porter insurance and salary, general equipment, national park and conservation area fees.
Kathmandu City Tour with an Experienced Tour Guide depends on your time frame.
Trekking Registration Certificate (TRC).
Cost Exclude:
International airfares
International Airport Departure Tax.
Trekking Equipment
Major meals, Lunch and dinner during your stay in Kathmandu
Any type of personal expenses, such as alcoholic beverages and drinks, phone and laundry.
Nepal entry visa fee US$ 30 (duration 60 days from date of issue) - you may easily obtain the visa upon your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport - Kathmandu.
Rescue & travel insurance, trip cancellation costs, accident or health emergency, evacuation, loss, theft or damage to baggage and personal effects. We strongly advise you to take out personal travel insurance.
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Tour Itinerary

Facts of the Trek:

Grade: Moderate to Strenuous

Per day walking: 5 -7 hours

Best seasons: February, March, April, May, October, November

Maximum height: 5485m

Start/Finish: Lukla

Duration: 17 Days

Trekking Highlights:

World Highest Mountain (Mt. Everset)

Romantic Gokyo region

Buddhist monasteries

Authentic Sherpa Villages

Explore the lifestyle of the Himalayan people

Khumjung valley, Hillery School and Khunde Hospital

Sagarmatha National Park

Panoramic views of Cho Oyu , Gokyo , Everest, Lhotse , Makalu ,

Suggested Trekking Itinerary:

Day 01:Arrive at Kathmandu

On arrival in Kathmandu you are met by our representative who will transport you to your hotel in the heart of Kathmandu for the night.

Day 02:Kathmandu City Tour

After having breakfast enjoy a guide sightseeing tour around Kathmandu valley. You will visit many Buddhist and Hindu temples which reflect the local culture and tradition of Nepalese society. In the evening you will return to the Hotel, B.B. O/N at Kathmandu.

Day 03:Flight to Lukla from Kathmandu. Trek to Phadking (2700m)

You have a scenic flight of 30 - 35 minutes to Lukla (2800m) from Kathmandu. In Lukla you can see the airline office and numerous lodges. The trail from Lukla leads you to Chablung (2700) and it descends steeply to the Tharo Kosi which is also known as Kusum Kangru Khola (river). Beyond the Tharo Kosi Bridge, the trail climbs to Ghat (2590) and again climbs to Phadking. In Phadking you can climb to the gompa to see your first view of the high peaks. Now you will really feeling like you have arrived in the Himalayan Kingdom. Stay at Guest house- Lunch, Dinner and Breakfast. O/N at Phadking.

Day 04:Phadking to Namche Bazaar (3420m)

From Phadking the trail follows the Dudh Koshi River and reaches Zamphuti. From here you can see excellent views of Thamserku peak. Then the trail climbs to Chomoa, the site of an agricultural project, an interesting place to have a look around and gain an insight into the farming way of life of these people. From Chomoa, the trail again climbs to Monjo (2840m) and enters the Sagarmatha (Everest) National Park (1148sq km, established in 1976). Walking some distance up hill you will be at Jorsale (2830m) and after a long climb with views of Mt. Everest peeking over the ridge of Nuptse (7879m) the trail reaches the street of Namche Bazaar. Stay at Guest house- Lunch, Dinner and Breakfast. O/N at Namche Bazaar (3420m).

Day 05:Acclimatization in Namche (3420)

After having breakfast take some sightseeing around Namche Bazaar. Then you can hike to the Everest View Hotel, the ideal place to overview some of the outstanding mountains such as Mt. Everest, Ama Dablam, Thamserku, Lhotse etc. Make sure you have your camera to capture this moment. You can walk around the Khumjung valley, Hillery School and Khunde Hospital and then return back to Namche. In the centre of Namche you can visit the mountaineering museum and visit the Sagarmata Pollution Control Committee (SPCC). In Namche Bazaar you can spend some time interacting with the fun-loving Sherpa and Rai people. In Namche above the police check post you will see Sagarmatha National Park headquarters and if you want to look at the visitor centre it is open from 8am to 4pm except Saturdays and holidays. Stay at Guest house- Lunch, Dinner and Breakfast. O/N at Namche.

Day 06:Namche to Phortse Thanga (3500m)

Climbing the hill to Khumjung, turning the north Gokyo route you can reach to Mong (Mohang) which is known as the birth place of the Saint Lama Sanga Dorje, the reincarnation lama of Rongbuk Monastery. The trail descends to the Dudh Koshi and enters at Phortse Thanga. Stay at Guest house- Lunch, Dinner and Breakfast. O/N at Phortse Thanga.

Day 07:Phortse Thanga to Dole (4200m)

The trail climbs steeply through rhododendron forests, passing many Kharkas on its way to Tongba (3950m) and Gyele (3960m) and finally Dole. Stay at Guest house- Lunch, Dinner and Breakfast. O/N at Dole.

Day 08:Dole to Machhermo (4410m)

The trail climbs through a huge rock at Lhabarma (4330m) and carries on to Luza (4340m).From Luza the trail continues to climb to Machhermo (4410m) where you can have good views of the mountains. Stay at Guest house- Lunch, Dinner and Breakfast. O/N at Machhermo.

Day 09:Machhermo to Gokyo (4750m)

Passing through Machhermo the trail climbs and reaches Pangka (4390m). Beyond Pangka the trail drops and again climbs steeply. From there you can see the massive Ngozmpa Glacier and finally you arrive at Gokyo. Stay at Guest house- Lunch, Dinner and Breakfast. O/N at Gokyo.

Day 10:Acclimatization day in Gokyo

After having breakfast you can take a look around Gokyo valley. If you want to observe the best view you have to climb Gokyo RI (5357m) which is also called Kala Pattar but not the Kala Pattar above Gorakshep. From here you have panoramic views of Cho Oyu (8201m), Gyachung Kang (7922m), Everest, Lhotse (8516m), Makalu (4063m), Cholaste and Tawachee. Back to Guest house- Lunch, Dinner and Breakfast. O/N at Gokyo.

Day 11:Gokyo to Rermo Pokhari (4875m)

The trail climbs gently up over scree and rock. The trail is quite steep and from here you will see the Makalu, Lhotse, Everest, and Gyachung Kang, Gokyo Lake in the east and Rolwaling Himalaya and the small Rermo Pokhari in the west. Stay at Guest house- Lunch, Dinner and Breakfast. O/N at Rermo Pokhari.

Day 12:Rermo Pokhari to Thame (3800m)

Beyond the Dudh Pokhari, the trail descends towards the Bhote Koshi River. On the way you may see the yak caravans coming down from Tibet towards Namche Bazaar. The trail descends slowly toThame. Stay at Guest house- Lunch, Dinner and Breakfast. O/N at Thame.

Day 13:Thame to Namche Bazaar (3420m)

Descending the trial, trek to Namche from Thame. Stay at Guest house- Lunch, Dinner and Breakfast. O/N at Namche.

Day 14:Namche Bazaar to Lukla

Trek back to Lukla. Stay at Guesthouse - Lunch, Dinner and Breakfast. O/N at Lukla.

Day 15:Lukla to Kathmandu

Fly back to Kathmandu. Hotel, B.B. O/N at Kathmandu.

Day 16:Leisure day in Kathmandu

We allow a Leisure day in Kathmandu incase the flight from Lukla is canceled due to weather. If you are in Kathmandu we will take you on a guided tour to Bhaktapur Durbar Square, one of the oldest cities in the valley. Back to Hotel, B.B. O/N at Kathmandu.

Day 17:Transfer to Airport for your onward destination.

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