Gokyo Valley Trek with Renjo La Pass Overview
| Duration: 15 days |
Country: Nepal |
| Max. Altitude: 5,360m/17,585 ft. |
Walking Per Day: 5-6hrs |
| Accommodation: N/A |
 Grade: Fair Strenuous
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| Best Season: Autumn and Spring |
Group Size: 1-10 |
| Mode: Tea-House/Lodge |
Culture: Sherpa Culture, Tibetan Influenced Culture, Mixed Culture |
If feasting your eyes on jaw-dropping scenery is as important as the challenge of trekking in the Himalayas, then the Gokyo Valley is the place to go.
A hiking expedition taking in a Gokyo Valley Trek and Renjo La Pass is guaranteed to bring you up close to some of the most magnificent glacial sights. It will also provide ecological adventures and a chance to see nature at its rawest. Eco-adventure holidays to the Gokyo Valley are popular with good reason, and for moderate to challenging trekking expeditions, Renjo La Pass ranks high.
The geography and nature of the Gokyo Valley and Renjo La Pass
What makes this one of the best trekking experiences in the world? The steep, rocky terrain of the Gokyo Valley shows the Everest foothills at their finest, but also holds beautiful glacial lakes and hypnotic glaciers. The light quality here is magical and counterbalances glistening ice and snow with lush alpine greenery on the lower slopes.
The Gokyo Peak (known as Gokyo Ri) stands nobly at 5357m (Coordinates: 27°57?40?N 86°41?00?E). It is carved from the Ngozumpa glacier, believed to be the largest glacier in the Himalayas. As you ascend, the vista becomes different at every rest point. On reaching the Ngozumpa View Point, you will be rewarded with incredible views of Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, and Cho You, as well as other iconic mountains of the Khumbu region.
We make it possible to expand your Himalayan expedition by adding in the Renjo La Pass, a more remote but highly advantageous trekking or mountaineering destination. One of the three highest passes of the Everest region, Renjo La Pass puts you amongst the unmissable Gokyo lakes (all lakes).
The region’s prolific culture and adventure benefits
Any trekking or hiking trip to Nepal offers the chance to sample the beguiling culture of this warm and welcoming nation. This trip provides access to unspoiled mountain villages, important Buddhist Monasteries and shrines, and other heritage sites.
Flying into Lukla is an adventure in itself and the only way to explore the Sagarmatha National Park. The park is a Natural World Heritage Site and home to some of the most important birds on the planet. It is packed with indigenous vegetation and wildlife, including edibles that influence Nepalese cultural dishes.
Activities and acclimatization
The best time for hiking and walking in the Gokyo Valley (taking in the Renjo La Pass) is September to November, and March to April. It is generally a 12-day trip beginning and ending in the fascinating Nepalese capital of Kathmandu.
Not only do we put together accommodation, equipment, and other supplies for expeditions, but we also make sure even your downtime and days to acclimatize have bountiful opportunities for adventure. This includes putting you in the best places to see breath-taking sunrises and sunsets from Gokyo Ri.
Risk factors for expeditions to Gokyo Valley and Renjo La Pass
Nepal Mountain Trekkers work to high standards, in partnership with teams of experienced local Sherpas. We deeply respect both the region and climate and make sure all equipment, preparation and support are beyond mandatory levels.
Taking part in a Gokyo Valley and Renjo La Pass expedition requires that you have a good level of fitness. Please contact Nepal Mountain Trekkers to discuss what this means for you, and details of all other health and safety factors we strictly adhere to.
Equipment Checklist
Equipment lists for 15 days Gokyo Valley Trek with Renjo La Pass
HEAD
Sun hat or scarf
Light balaclava or warm fleece hat
Sunglasses
Head Torch
Suncreams(40+) and Lip Balms
UPPER BODY
Cotton t-shirts and thermals
Fleece jacket
Waterproof jacket
Down jacket
LOWER BODY
Lightweight cotton pants (long)
Waterproof pants
Inner thermals
FEET
Thin inner socks (3 pairs)
Thick, warm wool hiking socks
Comfortable hiking boots
Shower sandals
HANDS
Gloves (Cotton and Waterproof)
Creams
Sanitizer
ACCESSORIES
Sleeping bag rated to -10°C +
Trekking bag (Rucksack)
Duffel bag
Large plastic bags (for keeping items dry inside trek bag)
Trekking poles (optional, recommended)
Water bottle or camel bag
Toiletries and Tissue Papers
First Aid Kits
Personal Regular Medicines
Knee Caps
Bandages
Ointments
Blister Tape
MISCELLANEOUS
Medicines: We recommend you bring your regular medicines; we will provide a first aid kit from our side.
Light-weighted Towel
Swiss Knife
Passport and extra passport photos
Water Purifying Iodine Tablets, Drop or Sterilizer
