Arun Valley And Gokyo Lake Trek

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trip info

Duration

30

Max Altitute

Gokyo Ri 5357

Difficulty

Difficult

Starts from

Kathmandu

Trips Ends at

Kathmandu

Arun Valley And Gokyo Lake Trek Overview

Arun Valley is also known as Arun Salpa Valley. The early Everest climbers heading to the Everest region, have used this enchanting route earlier.

Our journey starts in the bucolic east of Nepal, home of the Rais and other middle-hill Nepalese. Once there, we start our journey from Tumlingtar, landing on a lush grass runway as we hike along the turquoise Arun River through the pastoral terraced hills of the Arun and the Salpa valleys to Solu.

We continue the Arun valley and Gokyo lake trek to descend through the large hills, as we pass the Rai and Sherpa villages and make our way towards Lukla along the old Tibetan trading center of Namche Bazaar. Very few hikers and mountaineers travel past the Arun Valley, but those who do so, marvel at the sheer beauty of the mountain villages and the cultures of the Nepali people along with the adventure ahead.

Here comes the next step of the mesmerizing Arun Valley And Gokyo Lake Trek. On reaching Lukla and the Khumbu region, we are greeted with the festival of peaks. On our way north towards Cho Oyu and the border of Tibet, the 8000 m lofty mountains loom over us as we trek through the Sherpa villages. After a tiring journey through the snow-clad regions, we are offered accommodation in a cozy Gokyo lodge, whilst exploring the stunning Gokyo lake and climbing the Gokyo RI.

As we head down towards the splendid eastern trail back to the old Sherpa villages of Phortse and Pangboche, we are introduced with the many gompas along the way and famous among it is the Tengboche Gompa.

We visit the local people; visit the old Sherpa homes while being offered their salt-butter tea.

All of these breathtaking landscapes with a limited number of hikers until Lukla, a glimpse of traditional Nepalese villages with the Himalayas as a backdrop, is more of a delight for hikers. The amazing stay on the shores of Lake Gokyo in the heart of Sherpa homeland is everything one can expect for a perfect Christmas.


Some Insights on Arun Salpa Valley

We embark on our journey through eastern Nepal, in one of Nepal’s many remote outposts, the Tumlingtar. Arun Valley Trek is a picture of green fertile valleys, delightful snow-peaks, traditional mountain villages, and diverse cultures.

The inhabitants residing in the middle hills below Lukla are mainly the Sherpas, who are the tough devout Tibetan Buddhist mountaineers of international reputation. They live mainly in the upper Solu region and are the main inhabitants of the Khumbu region. Their main occupation consists of farming barley, wheat, and potatoes, tending their livestock, visiting their gompas and celebrating many Buddhist and Tibetan / Sherpa festivals along with trekking and climbing the elevated peaks in the Khumbu region.

However, the lives of the Rai’s are different from that of the Sherpas. The Rai tend to live further south, in an organized, clean, fertile villages with lots of opportunities to farm rice, millet, and corn. Appearance-wise they differ from the Sherpas. They do not seem to consist in one place but tend to travel for work, such as joining the army, with many working as tour guides. They also work as cooks or porters. 

The Rai, like the Sherpas, are of Tibetan descent but their language consists of a Tibeto-Burmese dialect. Their religion, called Mundum is an ancient form of animism worshipped at home with shamans and holy men (Dhami) practicing the many rituals and ceremonial rites. They are considered some of the oldest inhabitants of Nepal and are of the Kirat ethnic group.

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Itinerary Detail

What is Included / Not Included

Includes
  • Airport / Hotel / Airport pick up & drop off service by private tourist vehicle.
  • Standard twin sharing accommodation in a three-star hotel in Kathmandu; Breakfast included.
  • Guided city tour in Kathmandu by private tourist vehicle.
  • All your standard Meals during the trek (Breakfasts, Lunches, and Dinners).
  • Lodges, Guesthouses accommodation during the trek (On twin sharing basis and occasionally dormitory style).
  • Local Himalayan trekkers licensed English speaking guide.
  • The required number of local staff and porters to carry your luggage during the trek (We assign one porter for every two guests).
  • Food, accommodation, salary, insurance, equipment, and medicine for all staff.
  • Everest National Park permits and TIMS permit for trekking.
  • Airfare from Kathmandu – Tumlingtar, Lukla - Kathmandu including airport departure tax in Kathmandu, Tumlingtar and Lukla airport.
  • Sightseeing/Monument entrance fees in Kathmandu.
  • Farewell dinner in a typical Nepali Restaurant with a cultural dance show.
  • All our government taxes, vat, tourist service charges.
  • Official expenses.
Accommodation

Himalayan Trekkers promises to manage the best, most comfortable and preferable accommodation.

Generally, in cities like Kathmandu and Namche, we arrange basic three-star facilities. If available, you can opt for a more budget-friendly option or upgrade to a more luxurious hotel by paying a little extra. 

Although all the places might not have all the modern facilities, we will make sure to arrange safe and comfortable accommodation. In general, hygienic and safe tea houses/local lodges/ home-stays with all the basic facilities are arranged. But you can, if possible, personalize according to your preference. 

If your itinerary includes camping or you choose to experience camping during your travel, a proper camping-site will be pre-decided. If required, we also provide the basic equipment which is refundable. Please check the Gear-List and Requirement List for more information.

Meals

Breakfast is usually included with your B&B Accommodation within the cost that is evident.
For other meals in the city, you would have to pay separately. Often in the cities, you can choose from many different cuisines and varied food services. We can always help you find the right place to fit your taste.

In more remote areas, usually, there are not many options. But you can always find hygienic and well-prepared food. Moreover, almost all the meals during the trek are included in the cost. We can help you make changes according to your preference and budget, but only if choices are available!
On top of that, Himalayan Trekkers also organizes Welcome and Farewell Dinners as a symbol of warm greetings.

Please go through the detailed itinerary for more information. We are always there to help you travel to your heart’s content.

Why Us


  • Guaranteed Satisfaction
  • Transparent Price
  • No hidden fees
  • Experience of a More than two decade
  • Personal Touch & Professional Service

Subtotal

US $ 4178.95

Note: This expense includes bank charge of 4.5%

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Contact Information

Mr Raj Dhamala

+977 98510 42334

[email protected]

Thamel-26, Kathmandu, Nepal

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+614 516 05387

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