Gokyo Renjola Pass Trek

On your arrival at Tribhuvan International airport, Kathmandu, you will be received by our representative from the Himalayan Trekkers and then, you will be transferred to the hotel. Our experienced trekking guide will meet you at the hotel in the evening to consult about the trip and clear your doubts & queries regarding the trek. Then, he will accompany you to the cultural program and welcome dinner. The cultural program will allow you to engage in friendly interactions with the locals and have a fun time. After dinner, overnight stay at hotel.

You will have an early morning flight to Lukla then, head to Phakding which is an easy walk of around 3 hours. The trail offers amazing views which keep getting better as you move forward. However, the trail is quite easy compared to the other ones and offers ample glimpses of the smaller mountains and the interesting terrain. In the evening, you can relax and enjoy your time exploring the village Phakding.

This trail towards the Namche Bazaar comprises numerous suspension bridges along the Dudh Koshi River including the famed Hillary Suspension Bridge. The trail continues through a stunning pine forest that looks like a completely different part of the world. On your way to the entrance of Sagarmatha National Park and Jorsale village, you can enjoy an amazing view of the glistening Mt. Thamserku, 6618m. The ascending trail moves through lush green forests and sturdy bridges and will take you to the merging point of Dudh Koshi and Bhote Koshi rivers. Both rivers are astounding beauties of their own kind. From there, you will follow an ascending steep of 2 hours to get the first sight of the majestic Mt. Everest overlooking the Lhotse-Nuptse ridge. The grandeur of the mighty Everest will surely mesmerize.

After reaching Chautara, you will again have to walk for about 1.5 hours to reach Namche Bazaar, the gateway to Mt. Everest and the main trading center of the land. It is in this place where all sorts of trekkers, climbers and adventure enthusiasts make a stop. Go on a food trip and enjoy the local delicacies of the land. You will halt your journey at Namche Bazaar for an overnight stay.

On this day, you will spend the day acclimatizing as you will trek to a much higher altitude on an upcoming day. Your day will start with an early hike to Syanboche for the sunrise view. On your way back, you may also visit the hotel at the highest altitude. You may also follow the trail to Khumjung, where the locals believe that the scalp of a Yeti is well-preserved and later come back for lunch. If you do not wish to come back early you may visit the Hillary school and the local market near Namche for acclimatization and further exploration.

After breakfast, we will start our journey towards Luza via Dole. The walk will be of 6-7 hours and slowly, the trail will lead you upwards through the villages of Sherpas. Along the way, amidst the major settlements that you will come across, Phortse is the most prominent one. It is a small but extremely scenic Sherpa village. The trail you cover will mostly be stone-paved and the view and witness the magnificence of Kusum Kanguru, Amadablam and Mt. Everest can be seen throughout the trail. At the end of the day, you will finally make your halt at a Teahouse for the night.

You will start your day with a plate full of scrumptious breakfast and then your journey towards the Gokyo Lake will commence. This part of the trail stretches over 3-4 hours of walking and moves through dense colorful rhododendron forests and lush juniper bushes. On your trek, you will cross a village of Sheperd at Tongba (3950m) and arrive at Dole and then move to Luza. Soon you will also cross the scenic settlements at Lhabarma (4330m) and Luza (4340m) to Machermo. After a 3 hour walk, you will reach the mysterious village of Machermo which is famous for the story of a Yeti attacking a woman and also her 3 yaks. It is situated below the Ngozumpa glacier and has numerous panoramic as well as mystical offerings for the tourists.

After a brief halt at the village, you will descend towards the picturesque Gokyo Lake. On your journey, you will witness the beauty of the valley of Kantega and Cho Oyu and some magnificent peaks on the sideline. The true meaning of Cho Oyu in Tibetan is ‘Turquoise Goddess’ and it stands with pride on the China-Nepal border. However, you will follow the trail that will cross the village of Pangka (4390m) and move towards the renowned Nilibuk cave. You can spend some time exploring the cave and then follow a steep narrow path heading towards the beautiful lake of Longponga situated at 4650m. From that spot onwards you will follow an even trail to Taujun which is situated at 4710m and finally arrive at Gokyo. It will be a long walk yet cherishable walk.

Today’s trip will commence immediately after breakfast and will end with your return back to the camp in the late hours of the afternoon. Our teammates will carry packed lunch for the way. This trail will lead you to the Gokyo Ri Peak from where you can view the majestic charisma of Mt. Makalu and Everest. Sparkling turquoise lakes like the Thonakcho and Gokyo Lake surrounding the Khumbu region offer picture-perfect spots and solace to the trekkers. On this trail, you will come across Machermo, Ngozumpa glacier and numerous others. Ngozumpa is the longest glacier in this entire world. Also, the scenic beauty in and around Gokyo is tremendous; if you wish to witness the best of the natural charm of the region, you must climb to Gokyo Ri (5357m). Then, you will return the same way you came to the lodge/tea house for overnight stay.

This day will be one of the most crucial days of the trek as, you will cross one of the highest passes in the Himalayas, the Renjola Pass (5480m). The narrow trail is not very easy to follow and therefore guarantees adventure and unforgettable experience on the journey. However, one must note that this trail needs a good amount of balance and patience. The trail offers a proper view of many snow-capped mountains including Makalu, Rolwaling range, Tingri, and Gyangchungkang with many others. You will start the day with an early breakfast and will begin your journey with the target to reach the top before sunrise because the journey in the early hours of the morning is easier than at noon. From the top, you can enjoy a scenic view comprising of lovely turquoise lakes and beautiful mountains. As the place is blessed with natural beauty, you will get to see many of nature’s wonderful creations. After a brief stop, you will gradually descend for lunch and after which, you will follow the trail that takes you to Lungden by mid-day.

The descending trail to Namche is comparatively easier and will stretch over 8 hours. This trail offers splendid views of the entire region and will serve as the spot where you can again get tempted by the majestic high peaks of Khumbu for the last time on this trekking extravaganza. You will be making a brief stop for lunch on your halfway to Namche. At Namche, you can stop to look for souvenirs at the local market and visit the Sherpa Museum. 

After a steady walk of 6 hours, you will reach your lodging facility near the Lukla Bridge. The trail that you will follow up to the Hillary suspension bridge will be a steep descend but after a brisk walk, you will find yourself walking on an almost even path to reach Lukla. The trail passes along the Dudh Koshi River and moves through a blazing Rhododendron forest that is vibrant as well as lively. You will find yourself ascending on the trail around the 3rd quarter of the walk.

You will fly back to Kathmandu leaving the Solukhumbu district. The flight duration is about 30 minutes. The Himalayan trekkers' will assist you to the hotel.

After breakfast, check-out from the hotel to catch your scheduled flight to the Airport with a Himalayan trekkers' representative to assist you. We will be eager to hear your feedback and waiting for you for the next leisure/vacation.