The Beauty of Gokyo Valley – 15 DAYS in Kathmandu, Nepal
Kathmandu, Nepal

The Beauty of Gokyo Valley – 15 DAYS

Outty Ranking 73 5.0 · 10 traveler reviews360 hoursFrom $1,449
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Outty Ranking

73/100

Strongly Recommended. Our proprietary evaluation. How we score

Traveler rating

5.0/5

Based on 10 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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Is The Beauty of Gokyo Valley – 15 DAYS worth booking?

The Beauty of Gokyo Valley – 15 DAYS is a 360-hour experience in Kathmandu, Nepal, from $1,449 per person. It scores 73 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 5/5 rating across 10 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
73 / 100
Rating
5/5 (10)
Duration
360 hours
From
$1,449 per person

Lake Nature Mountain Local Food Gokyo Valley Trek is a fine alternative to the Everest Base Camp Trek which climbs the valley to the west of Everest to the village of Gokyo and five sacred lakes on the moraine beside the Ngozumpa Glacier. The trail follows the Dudhkoshi River to its source – a series of emerald green lakes. Gokyo is a Sherpa village that lies besides the largest of these lakes. From Gokyo we climb to Gokyo Ri (5360m) for a heart stopping view over Everest, Lhotse, Cho Oyu and Makalu, Cholatse and Taboche. As Everest Base Camp Trek has Kala Patthar at an elevation of 5545m , Gokyo Valley Trek has Gokyo Ri at an elevation of 5360m on the north side of Dudh Pokhari which is an epic vantage point , offering the kind of view over Everest that is normally reserved for balloonists or mountaineers.

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    About this experience

    Lake Nature Mountain Local Food Gokyo Valley Trek is a fine alternative to the Everest Base Camp Trek which climbs the valley to the west of Everest to the village of Gokyo and five sacred lakes on the moraine beside the Ngozumpa Glacier. The trail follows the Dudhkoshi River to its source – a series of emerald green lakes. Gokyo is a Sherpa village that lies besides the largest of these lakes. From Gokyo we climb to Gokyo Ri (5360m) for a heart stopping view over Everest, Lhotse, Cho Oyu and Makalu, Cholatse and Taboche. As Everest Base Camp Trek has Kala Patthar at an elevation of 5545m , Gokyo Valley Trek has Gokyo Ri at an elevation of 5360m on the north side of Dudh Pokhari which is an epic vantage point , offering the kind of view over Everest that is normally reserved for balloonists or mountaineers.

    What's included

    Included

    • Welcome and Farewell Meals and Breakfasts while in Kathmandu.
    • Salary, food, insurance and lodging cost for guide and porter ( 2 Trekkers-1 Porter )
    • During the Trek, we will have Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and Tea/Coffee each time only.
    • Air fare from Kathmandu to Lukla and return flight to Kathmandu and domestic flight departure taxes.
    • Breakfast
    • Down Jacket and Sleeping Bag that needs to be returned to office after trek completion.
    • National Park Permit and TIMS for Everest.
    • ACH Kitbag and T- shirt for you
    • An experienced English speaking Trekking Guide and a Porter during trek.
    • 11 Nights stay in Tea House during trek.It means, sharing Bathroom.
    • 3 Nights Hotel in Kathmandu including breakfast,
    • All airport/hotel pick up and drop in private car/van

    Not included

    • Nepal entry visa fees.
    • International airfare and departure tax.
    • Bar bills, laundry and other expenses of personal nature.
    • Travel insurance including evacuation & Lunch in Kathmandu
    • Tips for local staffs, guides and porters.

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Kathmandu

    Meeting point

    Kathmandu

    We will meet our Valued Customers at Alpine Club of Himalaya , Thamel Or We will meet them at devo boutique hotel in Thamel, Kathmandu

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 60 minutes before departure.

    Ends at

    Returns to the starting point

    Ends at

    We will meet our Valued Customers at Alpine Club of Himalaya , Thamel Or We will meet them at devo boutique hotel in Thamel, Kathmandu

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 15 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Alpine Club of Himalaya

    Know before you go

    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Specialized infant seats are available
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

    Photos

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 10 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    8 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Photo opportunities

    4 mentions

    The views and photo stops come up again and again.

    Organization

    4 mentions

    Pickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.

    Food and drink

    2 mentions

    The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

    Physical effort

    2 mentions

    Expect real walking or climbing: reviewers mention the effort involved.

    Traveler reviews

    10 verified traveler reviews for The Beauty of Gokyo Valley – 15 DAYS. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    774judg · October 2024

    Great!

    I contacted Sujan online a year ago, and I thank him a lot for the trekking. Pro company, super attentive Sujan, guide Samijan and porter Sitaram a pass. Thank you for making possible the dream of reaching Ama Dablam Base Camp and my first 50,000 to Gokyo Ri. I definitely recommend hiring a Trek with them. A hug!

    Response from the operator: Dear Valued Guest, Namaste and Greetings from Alpine Club of Himalaya !!! Thank you for choosing Alpine Club of Himalaya for your holidays and I am quite thankful to you for your time dropping nice review here. It was rewarding for all of us to read that every aspect of your trip was of memorable. As usual, it will give me great joy to share your words with the team who continuously do their best to please our clients. We look forward to your next visit to Nepal with your friends/family to experience and re-discover what my agency can offer in term of services and products as appreciated by many of our valued customers for greater adventures in their walk of the Himalaya. Warm Regards, Team Alpine Club of Himalaya Nepal

    via Tripadvisor (translated)

    LaniwatiH1 · October 2024

    Fun.

    My Trips to EBC via Gokyo Lake with the alpine and Gokyo are very beautiful. I am very grateful to be able to visit this place. The Sherpa and his guide were also very friendly and helpful. Recommended

    Response from the operator: Dear Valued Guest, Namaste and Greetings from Alpine Club of Himalaya !!! Thank you for choosing Alpine Club of Himalaya for your holidays and I am quite thankful to you for your time dropping nice review here. It was rewarding for all of us to read that every aspect of your trip was of memorable. As usual, it will give me great joy to share your words with the team who continuously do their best to please our clients. We look forward to your next visit to Nepal with your friends/family to experience and re-discover what my agency can offer in term of services and products as appreciated by many of our valued customers for greater adventures in their walk of the Himalaya. Warm Regards, Team Alpine Club of Himalaya Nepal

    via Tripadvisor (translated)

    981laray · April 2024

    Amazing trek, we absolutely recommend!

    My dad and I took a trip to Gokyo Valley (Gokyo Ri) with Sujan’s company, and we enjoyed every minute of it. He always replied incredibly fast and had an answer to all our countless questions. We felt very welcome when we arrived in Nepal; from the nice little welcome gift to the dinner together on our first evening, it was all very well organized and enjoyable. We were very grateful for their flexibility, as we changed our plans from EBC to Gokyo on fairly short notice, and it was no problem at all. Overall, we will definitely recommend the company to friends and family. The price-value ratio is absolutely fair, and all the people we were in touch with, like our guide, porter, and Sujan, were incredibly friendly and took good care of us. Thank you so much for all these amazing memories we will take back home!

    Response from the operator: Dear Valued Guest, Namaste and Greetings from Alpine Club of Himalaya !!! Thank you for choosing Alpine Club of Himalaya for your holidays and I am quite thankful to you for your time dropping nice review here. It was rewarding for all of us to read that every aspect of your trip was of memorable. As usual, it will give me great joy to share your words with the team who continuously do their best to please our clients. We look forward to your next visit to Nepal with your friends/family to experience and re-discover what my agency can offer in term of services and products as appreciated by many of our valued customers for greater adventures in their walk of the Himalaya. Warm Regards, Team Alpine Club of Himalaya Nepal

    via Tripadvisor

    S8325WNlisa · October 2023

    Phenomenal experience in Nepal

    We spent a few weeks trekking in Nepal with the Alpine Club of Himalaya and it was all we had hoped. It was well organized from beginning to end and we had daily communication with Sujan. The guide was excellent and experienced and the views were amazing. We were concerned about acclimatization, but our guide was knowledgeable and made sure we ascended appropriately and we had no issues even as far as 17500 ft. We are already planning our next trip. We strongly recommend Sujan and the Alpine Club of Himalaya.

    Response from the operator: Dear Valued Guest, Namaste and Greetings from Alpine Club of Himalaya !!! Thank you for choosing Alpine Club of Himalaya for your holidays and I am quite thankful to you for your time dropping nice review here. It was rewarding for all of us to read that every aspect of your trip was of memorable. As usual, it will give me great joy to share your words with the team who continuously do their best to please our clients. We look forward to your next visit to Nepal with your friends/family to experience and re-discover what my agency can offer in term of services and products as appreciated by many of our valued customers for greater adventures in their walk of the Himalaya. Warm Regards, Team Alpine Club of Himalaya

    via Tripadvisor

    priscilla2908 · October 2023

    Every day is an adventure, and no two days are ever alike

    Actually we went to Gokyo, Cho La Pass and Everest Base Camp Trek from Oct 7-23. This trek is more technically advanced than some of the other treks in the area – and therefore more adventurous!This is a stunning trek for those with stamina and a sense of adventure. But our guide and porters were very experienced, patient and helpful. This trek certainly has its challenges such as long and strenuous walking days but the rewards more than make up for it in terms of personal achievement and a unique album of glorious photographs! We would highly recommend Alpine Club of Himalaya.

    Response from the operator: Dear Valued Guest, Namaste and greetings from Alpine Club of Himalaya!!! Thank you for sharing about your experience as a member of our tour group. We are glad that you have enjoyed your holiday with our arrangements of the best itinerary to cater to your want to do list of activities and the places/regions you like to visit while in Nepal. We are truly delighted that we were given the opportunity to be of service to you and we look forward to your next visit to Nepal to provide you and your friends the best team put together for greater adventures in the walk of the Himalaya. Alpine Club beckons you, to greater adventures in the Himalayas….. Best Regards, Team Alpine Club of Himalaya

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    360 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Price range
    $1,449 to $1,799
    Hotel pickup
    Available for selected locations
    Booked in 30 days
    4
    Verdict
    Strongly Recommended

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by Alpine Club of Himalaya, who run 19 experiences we rank across 2 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 58.2.

    See everything Alpine Club of Himalaya runs

    Why this scores 73

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)97
    Review evidence (18% weight)45
    Booking momentum (14% weight)38
    Value for money (12% weight)85
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)53
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    The Beauty of Gokyo Valley – 15 DAYS: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Kathmandu.

    How much does The Beauty of Gokyo Valley – 15 DAYS cost?

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    Prices start at $1,449 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Kathmandu usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does The Beauty of Gokyo Valley – 15 DAYS take?

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    Plan for about 360 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Kathmandu is not rushed.

    Is The Beauty of Gokyo Valley – 15 DAYS worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 73 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 10 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Kathmandu, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule The Beauty of Gokyo Valley – 15 DAYS?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is The Beauty of Gokyo Valley – 15 DAYS suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 360-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book The Beauty of Gokyo Valley – 15 DAYS?

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    Around 4 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Kathmandu can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Kathmandu and add a light layer if any part of the 360-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does The Beauty of Gokyo Valley – 15 DAYS start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Kathmandu within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Kathmandu?

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    On Outty we rank every Kathmandu experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Kathmandu Sightseeing | UNESCO World Heritage sites Private/Group, Manaslu Circuit Trek, Manaslu Circuit Trek: Private Group & Discounte Price. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Kathmandu?

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    Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Kathmandu?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

    What is included in The Beauty of Gokyo Valley – 15 DAYS?

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    Included: Welcome and Farewell Meals and Breakfasts while in Kathmandu; Salary, food, insurance and lodging cost for guide and porter ( 2 Trekkers-1 Porter ); During the Trek, we will have Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and Tea/Coffee each time only; Air fare from Kathmandu to Lukla and return flight to Kathmandu and domestic flight depart; and Breakfast. Not included: Nepal entry visa fees; International airfare and departure tax; Bar bills, laundry and other expenses of personal nature; and Travel insurance including evacuation & Lunch in Kathmandu. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Does The Beauty of Gokyo Valley – 15 DAYS include hotel pickup?

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    Yes, pickup is offered, or you can meet at the start point instead from 215 listed pickup locations in and around Kathmandu. Be ready about 60 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.

    What languages is The Beauty of Gokyo Valley – 15 DAYS offered in?

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    It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.

    Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for The Beauty of Gokyo Valley – 15 DAYS?

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    Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

    Is The Beauty of Gokyo Valley – 15 DAYS wheelchair or stroller accessible?

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    The operator notes: Specialized infant seats are available. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

    What happens to The Beauty of Gokyo Valley – 15 DAYS if the weather is bad?

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    It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Kathmandu. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.

    What do travelers say about The Beauty of Gokyo Valley – 15 DAYS?

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    Across 10 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, photo opportunities, organization. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works. One thing to know: Expect real walking or climbing: reviewers mention the effort involved.

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