Gokyo Renjo La Pass Trek- 15 Days
The Gokyo Renjo La Pass Trek is a trekking route in the Everest Region that offers a unique and less crowded experience compared to other popular routes. This trek takes you through the beautiful Gokyo Valley Lakes and offers breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains, including Mount Everest. The highlight of the trek is reaching the Renjo La Pass, which stands at an elevation of 5417 meters (17,772 feet) and provides unforgettable views of the Himalayas, including Everest and the Ngozomba Glacier. This route also takes you through a remote valley that was once an ancient trade route with Tibet, offering a glimpse into Sherpa lifestyle and culture.
The Gokyo Valley – Renjo La Trek is a trekking route that offers breathtaking mountain scenery and the opportunity to experience the remote beauty of the Himalayas. Along the way, trekkers will be surrounded by majestic peaks such as Ama Dablam, Lhotse, Nupste, Pumori, Thamserku, and Kangde. The region is also home to the Sherpa people, who have a rich cultural heritage and live a traditional way of life. During the trek, visitors will have the chance to explore Buddhist monasteries and may even catch a glimpse of rare wildlife such as musk deer, Himalayan thar, snow leopards, pheasants, and snowcocks. Some locals even believe that the legendary yeti resides somewhere in the Khumbu region.
The Gokyo Renjo La Pass Trek begins in Kathmandu, where you can explore the city's World Heritage Sites and bustling markets by Kathmandu Day Tour. From there, you have two options to continue your journey. You can either take a scenic hike from Jiri to Namche or opt for a flight to Lukla, a mountain village. This itinerary focuses on the flight option. However, if you prefer to hike from Jiri, you can refer to our Jiri to Everest Base Camp Trek description. We are flexible and can customize The Gokyo Lakes – Renjo La Trek to meet your specific preferences.
The Gokyo Renjo La Pass Trek begins with a scenic flight from Kathmandu to Lukla, a charming Sherpa village nestled in the mountains. The trek takes us through a steep river valley, leading us to Namche Bazaar, the gateway to the Khumbu Region. This settlement offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains and serves as a perfect resting point to acclimatize to the altitude. During our rest day in Namche, we have the opportunity to explore nearby villages such as Kunde and Khumjung, where the Himalayan Trust has established a school and hospital. Continuing our journey, we head north along the DudhKosi valley towards the Gokyo Valley Lakes. The picturesque landscape is adorned with majestic peaks, and our comfortable lodge is situated by the shores of the third lake, providing a truly breathtaking experience.
The Gokyo Renjo La Pass Trek offers a unique and breathtaking experience as we ascend to Renjo La Pass and then descend into the tranquil Thame Valley. Along the way, we pass through charming Sherpa Villages before returning to Namche and eventually catching our flight from Lukla. After the trek, there will be ample time to explore the mysteries of Kathmandu and find souvenirs before heading back home.
If you're looking to further explore the Everest region, there are plenty of options available. You can choose to take on the challenge of Everest high passes Trek, Everest Base Camp Trek, Everest Chola Pass Trek, Everest Base Camp return by Helicopter, Deluxe Everest Base Camp Trek and Everest Base Camp Trek by Road.
Itinerary in Detail
Day 01: Arrival at Kathmandu’s International airport
Day 02: Sightseeing of Kathmandu Valley
Day 03: Fly from Kathmandu to Lukla and trek to Phakding
Day 04: Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar
Day 05: Rest & acclimatization day at Namche Bazaar
Day 06: Trek Namche Bazaar to Dole
Day 07: Trek from Dole to Machhermo
Day 08: Trek Machhermo to Gokyo
Day 09: Gokyo rest day with excursion around Gokyo valley & Lake
Day 10: Trek from Gokyo to Thame via Renjo Pass
Day 11: Trekking form Thame to Namche Bazaar- 4 Hours
Day 12: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Lukla
Day 13: Fly from Lukla to Kathmandu
Day 14: Leisure Day in Kathmandu
Day 15: Transfer to the international airport for your final departure
