Everest Gokyo Lake Trek

An absolutely amazing experience

I have now booked a trip to Nepal through Accessible Adventure for the third time, and for the third time, the experience from A to Z was incredibly beautiful. We were picked up at the airport and taken to the beautiful hotel located centrally in Thamel. There, we were greeted by Hari and Himal. The two are excellent hosts, and I was very happy to see them again. The trek itself was indescribably beautiful; the mountains, the culture, the food, the nature... Of all the hikes I have had the privilege to do in Nepal, this one was almost the most beautiful. The Sagamartha National Park is an absolute paradise and, in my eyes, one of the most beautiful places in the world. Mixed with the spirituality that one encounters everywhere, it is a wonderful combination. Our guide Mahendra took incredible care of us, brought us to beautiful lodges, told us about the area, and had a smile on his face for two weeks straight. Our porter Namdu was also extremely friendly; we greatly enjoyed the company of both of them. The hospitality is truly extraordinary. Our return also went smoothly, and we were very pleased with the invitation to dinner with Hari. He knows the area very well, and when I come back to Nepal, I will definitely organize the trip again through Accessible Adventure. Thank you very much for the wonderful experience!

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Gokyo Lake Trek - great trek in the Everest region

Me, my wife & our elder son (part of hike) did Gokyo Lake trek in May 2024. This is a bit shorter than EBC (92km instead of 103 km) but the views are much better. As probably many of you know, one cannot see Mt Everest from EBC, but you get a much better panoramic view from Gokyo. This is still a very challenging hike and if you plan to hike in 2025, you should start working out & training for it right now. Nepal takes its trekking very seriously so in the worst-case scenario helicopter rescue is available at many of the villages along the trails. Warm food, hardworking guides/porters make the treks very bearable and the villages along the trail have "tea houses" which means you have roof over your head & clean toilets as well. So, you don't have to worry about staying in tents - even at altitude of 4800m. Weather in May has been increasingly cloudy/rainy + a lot of smog. Visibility was poor during the hike except for the day we climbed Gokyo Ri peak (5300meters). I would recommend that you reconsider doing Gokyo hike instead of EBC and do it in the month of October (will be colder than May for sure). From Gokyo Ri one can see four 8000m+ peaks including Mt. Everest. In terms of duration, I agree that 10-12 days seems to be on the lower side. Acclimatization is part of the overall schedule, but everyone does struggle with lower oxygen levels above 3500m no matter what. Please keep 2-3 days of buffer time for extra rest/flight delays. Flights to/from Kathmandu to Lukla can get suspended all the time (sometimes for many days at a stretch) during May due to poor visibility. We ended up paying extra for helicopter ride but even for that we had to wait at Kathmandu airport for more than half a day because visibility was poor even for helicopters. Our guide Shiva is a fantastic guide. He is knowledgeable, encouraging & resourceful. He arranged good hotels for us and also took good care of us in terms of food preferences and other needs. I would highly recommend him & accessible adventures to anyone planning to do a hike in Nepal.

Response from the operator: Thank you for sharing such a detailed review of your Gokyo Lake trek experience in May 2024! It’s great to hear that you, your wife, and your son enjoyed the trek and found the views from Gokyo to be even more panoramic than Everest Base Camp. The comparison between the two routes is helpful for anyone considering which trek to choose, especially highlighting the advantage of seeing Mt. Everest and three other 8000m+ peaks from Gokyo Ri. Your insights on the importance of preparation, especially for the altitude, and the unpredictable weather conditions in May will certainly help future trekkers plan better. The advice about potentially opting for an October trek to avoid poor visibility, even though it’s colder, is valuable for those seeking clearer skies. It’s wonderful to hear about your positive experience with your guide Shiva and the team at Accessible Adventures. Having a knowledgeable and caring guide makes all the difference, and it sounds like Shiva went above and beyond to ensure your trek was as comfortable as possible. Your feedback about the helicopter rescue options, tea houses, and the challenges of flight delays between Kathmandu and Lukla provide important practical tips for anyone planning a trek in Nepal. Overall, your review will be incredibly helpful to anyone planning their adventure, and it sounds like Gokyo Lake is an unforgettable experience. Thank you again for the thoughtful review!

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Good trip with Accessible Adventures

Shiva was really helpful guide and Shobit was also a good porter. Walked at a good pace and had a good trip. Would recommend to other travellers.

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Gokyo trek

Very good experience with the agency, very helpful and willing. Everything was provided beyond our expectations. I fully recomended this company

Response from the operator: Thank you for taking the time to share your positive experience with us. We are pleased to hear that our agency met your expectations and that you had a positive interaction with us. Delivering exceptional service and ensuring our clients' needs are met is always our top priority. It is encouraging to know that we succeeded in doing so for you. Your recommendation is greatly appreciated, and we are grateful for your trust and support. Please do not hesitate to contact us should you require any further assistance in the future. We look forward to serving you again soon.

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My experience with accessible adventure

I can only recommend this company. They are always willing to solve everything. Services at the top level. Friendly approach and their Sherpa and porter were simply great. We didn’t have a single complaint and their approach is exemplary.

Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your incredibly kind words! It gives us great pleasure to hear about your positive experience with our company. We pride ourselves on our commitment to providing first-class service and ensuring that our clients' needs are met with the utmost care and dedication. Your recommendation means the world to us and we're delighted to know that the friendly approach of our team and the outstanding performance of our Sherpa and Porter helped to make your experience truly exceptional. It's feedback like yours that motivates us to continue to strive for excellence in everything we do. We look forward to welcoming you back for more unforgettable adventures in the future!

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