Jiri to Gokyo lake trekking route

Outline itinerary Of Jiri to Gokyo lake trekking route 

Day 01 : Arrive in kathmandu (1400 M) 

Day 02: Kathmandu Valley Tour, Trek Preparation (1400 M) 

Day 03: Scenic Drive to Bhandara (2190m ) via Jiri (1905m.) 

Day 04: Bhandar to Sete(2575m)

Day 05: Sete to Junbesi (2680m.) 

Day 06: Junbesi trek to Nunthala (2220m.) 

Day 07: Nunthala to Bupsa (2360m.) 

Day 08: Bupsa to surke (2796m.) 

Day 09: Surke to Phakding (2610m.) 

Day 10: Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3440m) 

Day 11: Acclimatization day in Namche Bazaar 

Day 12: Namche to Phortse Thanga (3680m.) 

Day 13: Phortse Thanga to Machhermo (4470m.)
Day 14: Machhermo to Gokyo (4800m.) 

Day 15: Rest day at Gokyo 

Day 16 : Gokyo lake to Dole ( 4040 m ) 
Day 17: Dole to Namche Bazaar 
Day 18 : Namche Bazzar to Lukla 
Day 19: Fly back Lukla to Kathmandu (1310m) 35 min flight
Day 20: Leisure day in Kathmandu
Day 21: Departure

Detail itinerary Of Jiri to Gokyo lake trekking route 

Day 01 : Arrive in kathmandu (1400 M) 

Arrive in Kathmandu airport and we will meet and  transferred to hotel. Evening time explore Thamel yourself and overnight at hotel in Kathmandu

Day 02: Kathmandu Valley Tour, Trek Preparation (1400 M) 

Take a morning tour of Kathmandu city after breakfast, and see all the main sights of the Kathmandu Valley, including the Boudhanath Stupa, Pashupatinath Temple, Swayambhunath Stupa (Monkey Temple), and Durbar Square. and discuss about the trekking for any final checks of your trekking equipment and clothing (sleeping bags, jacket, boots etc.).

Day 03: Scenic Drive to Bhandara (2190m ) via Jiri (1905m.) 

Driving distance 187 kms – Approximately 8  Hours drive by local bus 

Today we take an early morning drive to Jiri, about 187 km north-east of Kathmandu. Since, we would be travelling on the mountain roads, it takes around 6-7 hrs to reach Jiri. From Jiri, we continue driving to Bhandar, our trek start point. Enjoy the views of Kosi River and panoramic views of the eastern Himalaya including Ganesh Himal, Langtang Lirung and Dorje Lakpa. 

Day 04: Bhandar to Sete(2575m)

Trekking distance ----kms – Approximately  7  Hours walk  

Jiri is also known as the Switzerland of Nepal. It is very beautiful place. The beginning of  trek is a gentle ascent for the first two hours to Mali Danda (2440m.) and then it follows a gently descending path to Shivalaya (1800m.) After Shavalaya  the trail turns steeply up before turning into a gentle ascent to Deurali. You can enjoy the green scenery as well as some of the snow-capped mountains at a far distance.

Day 05: Sete to Junbesi (2680m.) 

Trekking distance ----kms – Approximately  7  Hours walk 

From Sete we gradually ascend to the Lamjura Pass (3530m.). From the Lamjura Pass we can see the panoramic view of the surrounding mountains. We cross it and then descend through the rhododendron, fir pine, magnolia, maple and birch forest and finally reach Junbesi. 

Day 06: Junbesi trek to Nunthala (2220m.) 

Trekking distance ----kms – Approximately  7  Hours walk 

This day we cross the Junbesi Khola and then walk in the ascending slope through the forest. After some hours of climbing we see the amazing view of the mountains like Everest, Lhotse, Nupte, Makalu, Thamserku, Mera Peak, and many more. We continue the trail to Salung and then descend to Ringmo Khola. Again we walk up hill and cross Trakshindo La pass and finally descend down to Nunthala through the conifer and rhododendron forests, and terraced fields. 

Day 07: Nunthala to Bupsa (2360m.) 

Trekking distance ----kms – Approximately  7  Hours walk 

This day also we continue climbing down to the Dudh Koshi River. Then we follow the Dudh Koshi River and walk up ward to Khumbu. Then we climb to Jubing. From there we walk straight and descend to cross a suspension bridge and finally ascend to Bupsa Danda. 

Day 08: Bupsa to surke (2796m.) 

Trekking distance ----kms – Approximately  6  Hours walk 

The beginning of your trek is a gentle descent to the Dudh Koshi river (Milk River) for an early two hours passing through agricultural farm land and small Sherpa and Rai settlements. From the Dudh Koshi river, your trail is a gentle ascent all the way to Kharikhola (2050m.) passing through Juving (1680m.) a pretty big Rai village and farming lands. From Kharikhola your trail follows a flat path for 45 minutes and then steeply up to the camp (Bupasa) where you can visit a Buddhist Monastery 

Day 09: Surke to Phakding (2610m.) 

Trekking distance ----kms – Approximately  6  Hours walk 

The first part of the trek is a gentle ascent for early 2 hours to Chhiplung (2700m.), a junction road to Jiri and Lukla passing through Mushe (2650m.). From this place, the road is quite broad and busy. Now, your trail is almost flat and gently descends before ascending again to Phakding. This is a short trek after 3 long days on the trail. You can hang in and around Phakding village.

Day 10: Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3440m) 

Trekking distance 10.5km approximately 6 Hours walks.

After breakfast start trekking through a beautiful pine forest that leads us along the Dudh Koshi River and Hillary Suspension Bridge to reach to Monjo and starting point of Sagarmatha National Park. Here we stop at check post of TIMS & National Park permit. The trail passes through the Dudh Koshi, Bhote Koshi River, Jorsale village, Large Dovan and cross one of the highest bridge over the Dudh Kosi River of Everest region and reach to Chautara from where we can see the first glimpse of the Mt. Everest. Further walking about one hour steep up we reach to Namche bazar. Namche bazar is one of the trading points for Sherpa people. It is also ideal market for visitors to purchase traditional crafts. If you missed any trekking gears don't worry you can buy some trekking gears over here as well. Every Saturday there would be local street market, do not miss if you are there on Saturday.

Day 11: Acclimatization day in Namche Bazaar 

Today is the schedule for acclimatization. However, we do not spend worth less at the lodge. It is highly suggested to climb up and stay overnight at low altitude so our body can adjust the high altitude climate. In the morning visit near by attraction; Sherpa Culture Museum and Everest photo Gallery, which is just 15-minute walking distance from Namche Bazar. From the museum you can have the spectacular picturesque Mountain View and take some photographs. Then start trekking to Everest view hotel passing through Syangboche Airport (3700m), which is situated at the highest altitude, takes about 2 hours. We climb further to reach Mt. Everest View Hotel for great panoramic views of Mt. Everest, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, Tawache, Kusum Kangkaru, Thamserku, Kongde and many more. Enjoy the spectacular view of mountains including Mt. Everest from the nearest destination then trek back to Namche Bazar.

Day 12: Namche to Phortse Thanga (3680m.) 
Trekking distance 10 km approximately 5 Hours walks.

This day we leave Namche bazaar and walk for some time along the ridge. We climb steeply out iof the valley through the forest of rhododendron and Juniper. We cross yak Kharkas which is the summer settlements of Sherpa. And finally we reach Phortse Thanga where we stay overnight. 

Day 13: Phortse Thanga to Machhermo (4470m.) 
Trekking distance 13 km approximately 6 Hours walks.

This day at first we climb through a ridge and then descend to the valley Kengtega enjoying the panorama of the mountains. then we again climp up towards Cho Oyu and descend to a river and again climbs steep to the terminal moraine of the Ngozumpz glacier. We will reach at Machhermo by early noon. 

Day 14: Machhermo to Gokyo (4800m.) 
Trekking distance 7 km approximately 5 Hours walks

Today the trek takes us at one of our final destination, Gokyo (4790m.).we climb through a ridge Chorten from where we can see fabulous view of both down the valley and of the Mt. Kangtega, Thamserku, and northern part to the Cho-Oyu (8153m.). 

Day 15: Rest day at Gokyo 

View from Gokyo Ri 

This day early in the morning we have a steep climb up to the top of Gokyo Ri (5350m) – ample rewards to ones that attempt this trip. There are stunning views of the Gokyo valley, the massive Ngozumpa Glacier and an incredible panoramic view of the whole Khumbu Himalayas, such giants as Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Makalu (8481m), Cho-Oyu (8201m) and Gychung Kang (7922m). This day we have for acclimatization, back to the camp in the afternoon and have some tea and biscuits. Hiking up the valley to see the fourth and fifth lakes is great as well.

Day 16 : Gokyo lake to Dole ( 4040 m ) 
Trekking distance 8 Kms / Approximately 7 Hours
The way  from Gokyo to dole  is an easy downhill walk along the Dudh Koshi River that emerges out of the Ngozumpa Glacier. Passing by the second and then the first Gokyo Lakes, we come to a small gushing stream over an iron bridge. We see the hamlet of Phangka ahead. Cholatse and Taboche peaks rear up on the right of us. The trail descends below Phangka, and across a level terrace on the slope to climb a rib on the far side of the hill side. Upon reaching the Chorten at the edge, we see great views of Thamserku , Cho Oyu, and Kangtega. We slowly walk down to sprawling village of Machhermo. Again, through the charming hamlet of Luza and Lhafarma we reach Dole. 

Day 17: Dole to Namche Bazaar 
Trekking distance 13 Kms / Approximately 6 Hours
After breakfast trek from Dole to Monjo village, which will take approximately 6 hours. From Dole the trail drops sharply down to the Dudh Kosi River after long walk  reach to Phortse Thangka. We ascend steep up to Mongla Hill (3973m) for about one and half hour. From Mongla Hill offers you the excellent views of Aama Dablam, Thamserku, Kusum Kangkaru, Kongde Ri and Tawache peak. At Mongla Hill enjoy the leisurely lunch exploring the panoramic mountain views. Descent to the Sanasa and retrek  to Namche bazzar 

Day 18 : Namche Bazzar to Lukla 
Trekking distance 15 Kms / Approximately 8 Hours
Finally we return to Lukla where the trek began, which will seem like a lifetime ago. Enjoying time to reflect on the trek as a group and the personal achievement of all those who took part. Also giving you time to explore the town.

Day 19: Fly back Lukla to Kathmandu (1310m) 35 min flight
Fly from Lukla to Kathmandu will take 30 minutes of amazing scenic mountain flight lands you in the domestic terminal of the airport. Up on arrival in Kathmandu, transfer to the hotel and in the afternoon enjoys as leisure. Remember there is high chance of cancelling flight because of the weather condition. We do have some evidence trekkers had to stay for 3 days because of the weather condition. So be prepared and make one leisure day in Kathmandu so that you can be safe.

Day 20: Leisure day in Kathmandu
It's also spare day in case of bad weather in Lukla. Remember, there are high chances of cancelling flights because of weather condition in Lukla. You have option to stroll around the local tourist market in Kathmandu to observe the living style of local people in Kathmandu valley. You can observe the traditional houses, arts and crafts, local people selling clothes, fruits and vegetable around Indrachook and Ashanon located on the North Part of the Kathmandu Durbar Square.

Day 21: Departure
Transfer to the airport by private vehicle according to your flight schedule.