Treking Gokyo Valley Trek

Gear:

• Trekking backpack
• Sleeping bag (for cold weather)
• Trekking poles
• Trekking boots
• Gaiters
• Waterproof jacket
• Waterproof pants
• Warm fleece or down jacket
• Thermal base layers
• Moisture-wicking t-shirts
• Trekking pants
• Sun hat
• Warm hat
• Gloves
• Sunglasses with UV protection
• Headlamp with extra batteries
• Water bottles or hydration system
• Trekking towel
• Toiletries
• Sunscreen
• Insect repellent
• Personal first aid kit

Footwear:

• Hiking socks (moisture-wicking)
• Extra socks
• Sandals or camp shoes

Documents and Money:

• Passport and visa (if applicable)
• Travel insurance
• Permits (e.g., Sagarmatha National Park Permit)
• Cash (in Nepalese Rupees and small denominations)

Extras:

• Camera and spare batteries
• Power bank and charging cables
• Trekking map or GPS
• Notebook and pen
• Snacks (energy bars, nuts, chocolates)
• Reusable water purification system
• Ziplock bags (for waterproofing)

Accommodation options along the Gokyo Valley Trek vary from basic teahouses to more comfortable lodges, providing trekkers with essential facilities and warm hospitality.

1. Sagarmatha National Park Entry Permit

• $20 (~2,000 in the local currency)
• Entry permit to Sagarmatha National Park, which includes conservation and area fees.
• Can be obtained at the Park entrance or through authorized agencies in Kathmandu or Namche Bazaar.

2. Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality Permit

• $20 (~2,000 in the local currency)
• Permit required for trekking in the Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality area.
• Available at the Nepal Tourism Board office in Kathmandu or at the trekking entry checkpoint in Lukla.

The trek typically starts from Lukla, which is accessible from Kathmandu:

1. By Air: There are direct flights from Kathmandu to Lukla's Tenzing-Hillary Airport. This is the quickest and most common way to reach the start of the trek, although it is dependent on good weather conditions.
2. By Road and Trek: For those with more time, you can travel by bus or jeep from Kathmandu to Jiri or Salleri and then trek to Lukla. This is a longer route and requires additional days of trekking, but it provides more time for acclimatization and the opportunity to experience more of the local culture and scenery.

Returning from the End of the Gokyo Valley Trek

The trek typically ends at Lukla, from where you can return to Kathmandu:

1. By Air: You can take a direct flight from Lukla to Kathmandu. This is the most common and fastest way to return, but it is dependent on good weather conditions.
2. By Trek and Road: If you have trekked to Lukla via Jiri or Salleri, you can choose to return the same way. This is a longer route and requires several days of trekking. After reaching Jiri or Salleri, you can travel to Kathmandu by bus or jeep.

At busy times of the year certain local airlines fly only from Rammchapp instead of Kathmandu, which is a four hour bus ride from Kathmandu.