GOKYO LAKES AND RENJO PASS TREK

The sparkling, pristine blue and green waters of the Gokyo Lakes are one of Nepal’s most memorable sights. They comprise of the highest freshwater lake system in the world, at around 15,400 to 16,400 ft. Out of the six main lakes, Gokyo lake is the biggest one and Gokyo town lies on the shore of the lake. 

The Gokyo Lakes trek is ideal for people who want to trek in the Everest region, but who want more variety of views and fewer crowds and fewer nights spent at high altitude.

Like most treks in the Everest region, the Gokyo Lake Renjo La Pass Trek begins with an unforgettable flight to Lukla. Then, you’ll make your way from one Sherpa village to another, enjoying the best hallmarks. You’ll spend a couple of night at the beautiful village of Thame, known for home town of world class famous mountaineers which include:Tenzing Norgey- first person to climb Everest

Ang Rita Sherpa- summitted Everest 10 times without supplement of O2, known as snow leopard

Apa Sherpa- summitted Everest 23 times, known as super Sherpa

Kami Rita Sherpa- Summiting Everest 26 times, known as Everest man

Lakpa Rita Sherpa- first Sherpa to summit highest peak of every countenance the Seven Summits

 We will also visit Lakpa Rita and Kami Rita’s home and meet their parents and get a glimpse of their lifestyle. Here, you’ll also have the opportunity to visit the ancient monastery of Thame and witness the spiritual side of the Everest region

After that, you’ll walk past several beautiful remote villages, including upper thami, chanaykpa, thrnga to lunden than over the Renjo la pass 17,685ft from there you will be enjoying the panoramic view of of Everest, Cho-oyu, Lotshe, Makalu,  Gazung khang and many other surrounding peaks. than to reach the pristine valley of Gokyo.After relishing the sight of the Gokyo Lakes, you’ll hike to the famous Gokyo Ri at 17,575 ft.

from here you will going over the chola pass 17,782ft to another valley (Everest valley) hike down through Pheriche, Pangboche, Tengboche. After that, you’ll head back to Namche Bazaar and then to Lukla. You’ll fly back to Kathmandu from Lukla to conclude your Gokyo Lake Renjo La Pass Trek.