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The Gokyo Renjo La Pass Trek in the Everest region passes through the peaceful environment of Khumbu Region avoiding the regular trail. Unlike Everest Base Camp Trek, Gokyo Lake and Renjo La Pass trek follows the path of Renjo La pass and finally reaches the Gokyo Lake. Gokyo Ri lying at an elevation of 5330m/17487 feet is considered as the best view point to enjoy the amazing views of high mountains including Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, Cho Oyo and many others. The region is also home to some rare and endangered species of animals like like red pandas, snow leopards, and many more.
The Gokyo Renjo La Pass Trek starts with a scenic mountain flight from Kathmandu to Lukla within an hour. We climb up to the Sherpa capital, Namche Bazaar, and rest there. Renjo La Pass gives an elective route to the Gokyo trek, making a circuit. A full day to acclimatize in Namche Bazaar allows us to explore the beautiful lifestyle and culture of local Sherpa people, monasteries, and more. And then we continue our trek to Dole-Machermo and then to Gokyo Lake, which is located west of the Everest Base Camp. And we follow our trekking route to Gokyo Ri, where you will enjoy a spectacular sunrise view. After that, the trekking route will pass through Renjo La Pass and trek down to Lungden and Lumde. Renjo La Pass gives an elective route to the Gokyo trek, making a circuit. From Lumde, you will trek down to Thame before reaching Namche Bazar. At Thame, you will visit a monastery and trek down to Namche Bazar and then to Lukla. You will experience and explore your lifetime-memorable trek and fly back to Kathmandu from Lukla Airport to conclude the trek.
Best Season for Gokyo Renjo La Pass Trek is during Autumn and Spring. However this trek can be done during monsoon and winter also. Remember us other popular trekking destinations in Nepal like Everest Base Camp Trek, Everest Three High Passes Trek, Everest Base Camp Trek with Helicopter Return, Everest Base Camp Luxury Lodge Trek, Everest View Trek .
Welcome to Nepal! On Day 1 of your itinerary, you will arrive in Kathmandu, located at an altitude of 1,350m/4,428ft. As you step off the plane, one of our representatives will be eagerly awaiting your arrival gate at the airport. They will transfer you to your hotel in downtown Kathmandu, where you can take some time to rest and rejuvenate after your long flight. After refrshment a short brifing about the trip and preparetion for next day trip.
Overnight at Hotel.
On Day 2, we'll depart from Kathmandu and head towards Lukla, situated at an altitude of 2,800m/9184ft. We'll start our day early, with a domestic flight to Lukla, which lasts for approximately 35 minutes. The flight will offer you breathtaking views of the magnificent mountain ranges. Once we arrive in Lukla, you'll meet up with your guide and porters before commencing the trekking journey. Our first trek will be an easy 3 to 4-hour walk to the Phakding, with a clear and wide path. As we head north, we'll be able to spot the peak of Kusum Kangaru, while walking downhill through agricultural lowlands beneath a kani arch. We'll be treated to views of cozy teahouses, Buddhist gompas (monasteries), prayer wheels, and enormous boulders painted with sacred mantras. Our trek will conclude once we cross the Dudh Koshi river, as we reach the scenic town of Phakding, situated at an altitude of 2,652m/8,698ft.
On Day 3 of our journey, we'll have breakfast in Phakding before embarking on a 5-6 hours trek to Namche Bazaar, located at an altitude of 3,440m/11,283ft. Our trail will take us over the Dudh Koshi River via a long suspension bridge, followed by a scenic walk through a beautiful pine forest to Monjo, approximately two hours away. As we approach the entrance to Sagarmatha National Park, we'll have a brief permit check, and then we'll descend to the Dudh Kosi River, where we'll spot Mani stones and fields of giant cabbage along the way. We'll have lunch in Jorsale before heading uphill towards Namche Bazaar. Our path along the riverbank will be flanked by two crossings, including the famous Hillary Suspension Bridge. The climb up the hill to our resting place in Namche Bazaar will be challenging, but your efforts will be rewarded with your first stunning view of the majestic Everest.
During the day , you can hike to Thame for beautiful Himalayan views, wild animals and Tibetan Monastery or hike to Everest view hotel for superb views of Mt. Everest( 8848m , Mt.Lhotse, (8516n) Mt. Nuptse, (7855m), Mt.Amadablam (6856m), Mt. Thamserku ( 6723m) , Mt. Kantega (6979m), Mt. Kusum Khangaru ( 6367m) , Mt.Kongde (6011m), Mt. Tawache peak ( 6367 m) , Mt. Cholaste (6335m) ,island peak (6179m), Khumbila (God of Khumbu) 5761m etc , overnight at Namche Bazaar.
On Day 5, we'll take a final stroll around Namche Bazaar before beginning our 6-hour trek towards Dole, situated at an altitude of 4,100m/13,452ft. Our trail will take us up an easy path that provides breathtaking views of the snow-capped peaks of Shanasa and the small settlement of Mong. We'll ascend Mongla Hill on its left side and then descend towards Phortse Thanga, where we'll have lunch. As we continue upwards through woods of flowering rhododendron, we'll emerge to a perfect view of Cho Oyu. The rest of the afternoon will be a relatively simple walk to Dole, our final destination for the day. Dole is a small village adorned with a handful of teahouses, which used to be a yak pasture.
Overnight at Mountain Lodge
On Day 6, we'll embark on a short and enjoyable 4-hour trek from Dole to Machhermo, situated at an altitude of 4,470m/14,665ft. We'll take it easy to ensure proper acclimatization, avoiding overexertion at this stage of the journey. The day will commence with a climb over Dole via a scenic ridge, taking us across yak pastures and tiny stone huts in Luza. We'll follow the trail along a valley high over the river, crossing sandy spurs and pastures adorned with a chorten and prayer flags, arriving at Machhermo by midday.
Overnight at Mountain Lodge
On 7 day, We kick off the day with stunning views of the valley, Kangtega, and the northern part of Cho Oyu as we cross the ridge. Although it's a short climbing day, the steep trails will make up for the shorter distance. We'll make our way down to the river bank before ascending towards the terminal moraine of the Ngozumpa glacier, passing through an ablation valley formed by melting ice. A series of cairns will guide us through a stony landscape, with a picturesque Mountain Lake to our left. As we continue, the valley broadens, and we'll encounter the larger Taboche Tsho tarn before reaching a narrower section of the ablation valley and the third tarn, Dudh Pokhari, adorned with prayer flags on its eastern shore. We'll take a moment to admire the view before trekking another hour to Gokyo village, situated on the edge of the third lake.
Overnight at Lodge
On Day 8, we will stay in Gokyo for acclimatization purposes and to further adjust to the high altitude. If the weather allows, we can take a one-hour walk to the top of Gokyo Ri, a hill overlooking Lake Dudh Pokhari on the north shore. The summit is identified by numerous cairns and prayer flags, offering a spectacular view of the turquoise Gokyo lake below. For those who are passionate about trekking, we recommend taking a side trip to the fourth and fifth lake.
Overnight at Mountain Lodge.
On Day 9, we will embark on a challenging trek from Gokyo to Maruleng via the Renjo La Pass, starting early in the morning. This is a long hike and the only option for us to reach our destination. We'll leave the main trail and head towards the pass, descending through Gokyo Valley before making the ascent to Renjo La, which takes approximately three hours. From the top, we'll be rewarded with breathtaking views of Everest, Lhotse, Cholatse, and Taboche. After soaking in the scenery, we'll make our way down the east bank of the Bhote Koshi River to reach Maruleng, where we'll spend the night. The trek will take approximately 6-8 hours, covering a distance of 15km.
Overnight at Mountain Lodge
On Day 10, we will travel from Maruleng to Thame, following a path that has been used by Tibetan traders for centuries. We'll begin by crossing the Bhote Koshi river and descending to Taranga. The trail will then lead us through the picturesque Langmuche Khola River valley, culminating in the village of Thame. This sizable settlement boasts a renowned monastery and offers breathtaking views of several mountain peaks. The entire trek will take us around 5 to 6 hours to complete, covering a distance of 10 kilometers.
On Day 11, we will make our way from Thame to Namche Bazaar. Along the way, we will pass through a check post before arriving at the world's highest hydroelectric power station that supplies electricity to much of the upper Khumbu region. Our trail will take us past gompas, prayer flags, and mani walls before reaching Namche Bazaar, where we will spend the night. The distance we will cover is 10km and it will take us approximately 6 hours.
Overnight at Mountain lodge.
On Day 12, we will start our trek towards Lukla after having breakfast. Our route will take us across the Hillary Suspension Bridge and through a number of small villages, including Phakding. Upon reaching Lukla, we'll check into a comfortable hotel and celebrate our successful completion of the trek with our fellow team members. It's a time for reflection, as we look back on the challenges we faced and the incredible sights we saw. Although it's bittersweet that our adventure is coming to an end, we can take pride in the accomplishment of our physical and mental strength.
Overnight at Lodge.
On Day 13, you'll take a short 35-minute flight from Lukla to Kathmandu (please refer to note). This marks the end of your journey through the Himalayas. Upon arrival in Kathmandu, you'll be transferred to your hotel for some well-deserved personal time to rest and reflect on your trek. Later in the evening, we'll come together again for a farewell dinner at one of the top Nepalese restaurants in town, where we'll eagerly listen to your thoughts and feedback on the trip.
Please Note:
The above information is a guide and standard template of what we provide. Our trip can be customized at your request to accommodate your specific requirements.
As this is your last day in Nepal, enjoy your breakfast and seize the opportunity to do some last-minute shopping in Kathmandu. We will ensure that you reach Kathmandu International Airport with ample time before your flight home. This will be the moment to say our farewells and bid you adieu, carrying with you cherished memories and stunning photos to share with your loved ones.
Trip end, Final Depature
An hour-long picturesque mountain flight from Kathmandu to Lukla signals the beginning of the Gokyo Renjo La Pass Trek. We ascend to Namche Bazaar, the Sherpa capital, and rest there. We continue on our trip to Dole, Machhermo, Gokyo Lake, Lungdeng, Lumde, Thame, Namche Bazaar, and Lukla.
Overall, Gokyo Renjo La Pass Trek is an adventurous and tough trek as you need to trek for over 6 to 7 hours every day. Not only that, you will face a hard and rough terrain in a high altitude area. In terms of landscapes, trails, and weather scenarios, crossing Renjo la pass difficulty level is just fairly strenuous.
Yes, a knowledgeable guide is necessary for everyone doing the Gokyo Renjo La Pass trek in order to ensure a safe journey and prevent misjudging the route to the objective.
Additionally, you'll feel more at ease staying at a quality resort and eating at a proper restaurant if you have a good guide. Additionally, you learn more about the location's history and the path.
Getting insurance that covers trekking up to 6,000 meters in height as well as any mishaps or diseases brought on by hiking is advised. Use the World Nomads quotation estimator instead, which we strongly advise. They provide insurance that covers guided climbs up to a height of 6000 meters and includes a premium for helicopter evacuation in Nepal.
To avoid from getting altitude sickness:
● Drink a lot of water
● Avoid dramatic altitude gain in a single day
● You can take medications for altitude sickness
● Eat more and listen to your body
In order to give participants adequate time to adjust to the area's higher than average heights, the walk's route was picked. Multiple days of elevation and descent are included throughout the first week of the trip to Lukla in order to properly acclimate you before arriving in Lukla. However, before embarking on your vacation, we highly urge you to get familiar with altitude sickness and its symptoms as it may affect anybody, regardless of age or level of fitness.
The Gokyo Renjo La Pass Trek will experience peak season from February to May and
September to October, just like the other Everest treks. It is projected that the months immediately before and after the summer will be quiet and dry, which will make for the best conditions for hiking. The peak summer months will be quite wet due to the concurrent monsoon season; thus, we do not recommend hiking then. While traveling during the winter is possible, it is not recommended because some paths may be obstructed.
Throughout the trek from Gokyo Renjo La Pass trek, the highest trekking point is at Renjo La Pass itself which lies at the altitude of 17,585 feet (5,360m).
The food on a Gokyo Renjo La Pass trek will be simple yet nourishing because it must be
portable but full enough to keep you going during strenuous days of hiking. A cooked breakfast including toast, eggs, local potatoes, porridge, muesli, bread, pancakes, tea, and coffee is typically offered at teahouses and guesthouses.
There are a few different alternatives available for accommodation. Install a tent at the base of the mountain or get a room at an inn close by. You must carry your own camping supplies, such as a tent, sleeping bag, and stove, if you want to go camping.
With a weight allocation for personal gear, we provide porters for group equipment. Any weight in excess of that must be carried by you or a separate porter. On the majority of journeys, we may make arrangements to hire a porter for your personal belongings; however, the fee is not included in the trip price.
Although it may be provided in some hotels, Wi-Fi is not accessible at all spots along the walk and costs between $1 and $2 each session.
The lack of a robust network on all routes, particularly on woodland trails, is caused by the high altitude zone and sparse human population. However, you may access a good network once you are at teahouses or hotels.
Yes, you are allowed to bring your kids on this walk, however youngsters older than 10 are always recommended.
Depending on how far the goal is, you could need to walk 6 to 7 hours every day while on this trek.
While on the trip, you may charge your electrical devices, but depending on where you stay, it can cost you $2 to $5 per hour. As you get higher, the price increases.
In order to avoid getting lost on your journey, it is not advised to go on a solo trip without hiring a guide because the high altitude region is utterly unpredictable.
We advise keeping $20 to $25 on hand at all times to cover Wi-Fi, bottled water, and charging your camera and phone. You may thus base your plans on how lengthy the travel will be. Always keep extras on hand in case of need.
Depending on the time of year you're hiking. However, due to the high altitude of the journey, it is advised to bring appropriate clothing as temperatures might drop to zero or below during the night. For the temperate fall and spring weather, you may also bring lightweight clothing and a windproof jacket to avoid being too cold.
Yes, you may hire your hiking equipment in Pokhara or Kathmandu, including sleeping bags, tents, and trekking poles.
Along the way to Gokyo Renjo La Pass, there are several stores that are happy to sell hikers snacks like chips and bars. Food supplies must be brought in from the city due to the geography and transportation limitations. They thus become considerably more costly.
The Gokyo Renjo La Pass Trek does include a variety of hotels that offer hot showers and
baths. However, since every shower is powered by solar energy, it's possible that there won't be any hot water if it's cloudy or raining.
Along the hike, there are several tea establishments. Every two to three hours of walking will bring you to a tea house.
Yes, the most important guideline for everyone trekking is to keep themselves hydrated.
Therefore, be sure to pack a water bottle and, if feasible, a water filter.
The Gokyo Renjo La Pass trek may be somewhat crowded in the spring. There will be a lot of porters, mountaineers, yak herders, and trekkers, so you'll see a lot of people on the trails. However, there will still be times when you can start walking aimlessly for hours without coming across someone.
For a journey from Gokyo Renjo La Pass trek, essential gear includes a tent, a sleeping bag suited for cold climates, and climbing accessories like trekking poles. Again, this may alter based on your particular needs and the road you are currently on.
Your degree of fitness and experience will determine the best way to prepare for a journey from Gokyo Renjo La Pass. However, practicing your climbing tactics on smaller peaks first and doing regular strength- and aerobic-training exercises are the greatest ways to prepare for this adventure.
You will be picked up by a rescue aircraft in an emergency and transported right away to a safer location or, if necessary, a hospital. As a result, you must get travel insurance that includes helicopter coverage.
The trek offers breathtaking views of the Himalayas, including Mount Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, Cho Oyu, and other peaks. The Gokyo Valley is also a highlight, with its turquoise glacial lakes, and the Renjo La Pass offers a challenging and rewarding crossing. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to experience the culture and lifestyle of the local Sherpa people and visit monasteries and traditional villages.
The trek starts in Lukla and follows the Dudh Koshi River, passing through several villages and forests, until reaching Namche Bazaar. From there, the trek continues to Machhermo and then to Gokyo. After exploring the Gokyo Valley, the trek crosses the Renjo La Pass and descends to Thame before returning to Lukla.
The trek reaches a maximum altitude of 5,360 meters (17,586 feet) at the top of the Renjo La Pass. It is important to properly acclimatize and follow a proper itinerary to avoid altitude sickness.
The cost of the trek can vary depending on factors such as the duration of the trek, the size of the group, and the level of accommodation. However, it is generally around $1500-$2000 USD per person.
Yes, there are several options for combining the trek with other activities, such as the Everest Base Camp Trek or the Three Passes Trek. You can also explore the nearby town of Namche Bazaar or visit the Tengboche Monastery.
The weather can vary depending on the season, but generally, the daytime temperatures range from 10-20°C (50-68°F) in lower altitudes and can drop to -10°C (14°F) at higher altitudes. It is important to bring warm clothing and be prepared for changing weather conditions
Yes, it is highly recommended to have travel insurance that covers trekking at high altitudes, emergency medical assistance, and evacuation. It is important to check with your insurance provider to ensure that you are covered for these activities.
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John Chung Yoong
Malaysia
10th February, 2022
Gokyo Renjo La Pass Trek Apr/May 2020
My friends and I recently completed a memorable trek up to Gokyo Renjo La Pass. It was a dream comes true for us, to be able to enjoy the spectacular Himalaya mountain views and also see Everest up close! We had been making preparations for the trek for about a year and Mr. Hari Bhatta was very helpful and prompt in answering the questions that we had prior to the trip. During the trek, our guide Sabin and Manis took care of all our needs and provided great service to us. We had some interesting conversations too, making the journey up and down the mountain an exciting and fun experience. Thanks to Life Dream Adventure, we have fulfilled our dream of making it to Everest Renjo La pass ! Our appreciation to Mr. Hari and team!
Lorenz Luedi (UK)
United Kingdom
24th January, 2023
Gokyo Renjo La Pass Trek an unforgettable experience!
Life Dream Adventure is an excellent trekking company that provided top-notch service at very reasonable prices. The team was incredibly knowledgeable, experienced, and professional, making the trekking experience seamless and enjoyable.
The services accommodations provided by Life Dream Adventure were clean and comfortable, and the food was delicious and nutritious. We felt well taken care of throughout the trip and were able to focus on enjoying the stunning natural beauty of the region.
Moreover, Life Dream Adventure's prices are very reasonable for the level of service provided. The company does not cut corners or compromise on quality, making their services a fantastic value for the money.
Overall, I highly recommend Life Dream Adventure for anyone looking for a top-quality trekking experience in Nepal at a reasonable price. The team's attention to detail, professionalism, and dedication to their clients' needs is truly impressive, and I would not hesitate to book another trek with them in the future. Thank you, Life Dream Adventure, for making my Gokyo Renjo La Pass Trek an unforgettable experience!