Gokyo Lake Trek Cost

The journey of Gokyo Lake Trek is one of the most scenic and popular short trip to do in the Everest region of Nepal. The blue turquoise lake and diverse flora – fauna present in the trekking trail make this trekking route the most admirable among trekkers from across the globe. As the demand of this trekking route is increasing more and more, people are searching for the correct Gokyo Lake Trek cost. In this blog we have tried to include every details regarding the cost and attractions that make this trek worthwhile. At the end of this blog, you will be able to plan a beautiful trekking trip to Gokyo.

Moreover, planning ahead is possible only when you know the exact cost of traveling. We always try to make our clients well informed about trip details. Nepal High Trek is one of the leading trekking agency that operates trekking trips inside Nepal at the most competitive rate. In addition, these trekking packages are full of quality services, experienced crew members and warm hospitality.

Now let’s know more about the cost of Gokyo Lake Trek in Nepal through this blog. The blog includes short introduction of Gokyo Valley and overall trekking itinerary as well.

Gokyo Lake

There are more than 19 oligotrophic lakes in the region. These lakes are high altitude glacial lakes created from the water flowing from Nogzumpa glacier, Mt. Choyou, and Renjo La Pass. Among these 19 lakes, 5 lakes of Gokyo Valley are the most popular ones. In fact, there is a famous trekking route that encompasses visit to these 5 lakes in one single trekking trip. The trip is famous as the Gokyo Lake Trek.

The local name of these lakes are Tanjong Cho, Nogzumpa Cho, Thonak Cho, Gyazumpa Cho, and Gokyo Cho. Out these 5 lakes, Thonak Cho (4^th Gokyo Lake) is the largest one and Gokyo Cho is the most popular one. In fact, Gokyo Cho is the major lake where on its eastern side a small Gokyo Village is located. It is believed that the lake is considered as a sacred lake to both Hindus and Buddhists. Therefore, it is the natural proof of religious tolerance and harmony in Nepal. Every year in the month of August Hindu followers pray and dip into the water of Gokyo Cho on the auspicious occasion of Janai Purnima festival. The lake represents the home of Naag Devta (Lord of Snakes).

On the western side of Gokyo Lake, you can find the temple of Lord Vishnu and Lord Shiva. According to local belief, you are not allowed to harm animals and birds in this region. Therefore, there is a natural protection of diverse fauna living in the locality.

Itinerary of Gokyo Lake Trek

The itinerary of Gokyo Lake Trek is similar to the itinerary of the Everest Base Camp Trek. Trekkers do the similar activities like EBC Trek until Namche Bazaar Kyngjuma. Lukla is the trail head and trekkers have to reach Lukla by flight either from Kathmandu or from Ramechhap. You will have to walk through Phakding and Monjo to reach Namche Bazaar. The trail is amazing as trekkers get to see lots of suspension bridges, villages, monasteries, waterfalls, and mountain vista. Acclimatization activities are done in Namche Bazaar before heading towards Gokyo Lake. The trail of Gokyo Lake Trek and Everest Base Camp Trek separates in Kyangjuma. The EBC Trail follow downhill trail to Phungi Thanga and the Gokyo Lake Trek trail follow uphill to Mongla Danda.

The trekking route of Gokyo Valley Trek is through green lush forests and grassy meadows along the narrow river valley. Trekkers spend two nights in Dole and Machhermo before reaching the Gokyo Valley. Once they are in the valley, they spend additional one day to explore five lakes of region and do Gokyo Ri hike before returning back to Lukla retracing the same trail. All these trekking activities are included in the Gokyo Lake Trek Cost. Please check Nepal High Trek’s Gokyo Chola Pass EBC Trek package to know more about the inclusions and exclusions in the package!

Cost of Shooting Movies & Music Videos in the Everest region of Nepal?

Everest region of Nepal is the popular destination for lots of filmmakers due to its beautiful landscape. There are many world famous documentaries and movies shot in the Khumbu region of Nepal. Gokyo Lake is also slowly becoming popular among movie makers or music videos makers both internal and foreigners. Therefore, people inquire a lot about cost of shooting movies and music videos in the Everest region of Nepal.

The cost of shooting a documentary or movie for Foreigners is 1500 $ and for SAARC countries the cost is Rs. 50,000. This cost must be paid to Department of National Park and Wildlife Conservation (DNPWC). Besides shooting permit cost, the team must have a Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality trekking permit and a Sagarmatha National Park entry permit. Every film crew must hire local coordinator and the cost of local coordinator is excluded from the above mentioned cost of the permit.

What is an average Gokyo Lake Trek Cost?

The average Gokyo Lake Trek Cost ranges from 1100 $ per person to 1250 $ per person. If you choose to book the luxury Gokyo Lake Trek package then the cost increases. There are many luxury resorts in the trekking route of the Everest region of Nepal. Therefore, the price increases according to the choice of lodging and transportation that you prefer.

Cost Breakdown for Side Trips from Gokyo Lake

The Gokyo Lake Trek cost differs if you choose to add side trips too in this itinerary. If you add Everest Base Camp Trek via Chola Pass from Gokyo Lake in your itinerary then it costs about 1400 $ and it depends upon the number of trekkers in a group. The addition of Renjo La Pass can cost you about 1200 $ to 1400 $ per person.

Always book the Gokyo Lake trail and combine the Three High Pass Trek with a reliable trekking agency like Nepal High Trek. If you choose an authentic and experienced trekking agency then the Gokyo Lake Trek Cost is possible at the best rate.