Take an early morning scenic flight from Kathmandu to Lukla, the gateway to the Everest region. After meeting the trekking team and preparing your equipment, begin the trek through the Dudh Koshi Valley. The trail passes through small Sherpa settlements, Buddhist prayer flags, mani walls, suspension bridges and pine forests before reaching Phakding, a peaceful village along the Dudh Koshi River.
Altitude: Kathmandu – 1,350 m | Lukla – 2,840 m | Phakding – 2,610 m
Walking Time: Approximately 3–4 hours
Distance: Approximately 8 km
Accommodation: Teahouse/Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Continue north along the Dudh Koshi River, crossing several suspension bridges and passing through beautiful pine and rhododendron forests. The trail passes through Monjo and the Sagarmatha National Park entrance before crossing the famous Hillary Suspension Bridge. From there, the route climbs steadily toward Namche Bazaar, with the first views of Everest and other Himalayan peaks possible from the trail. Namche is the main trading and cultural center of the Khumbu region.
Altitude: Phakding – 2,610 m | Namche Bazaar – 3,440 m
Walking Time: Approximately 5–6 hours
Distance: Approximately 10–11 km
Accommodation: Teahouse/Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Spend the day acclimatizing in Namche Bazaar to help your body adjust to the increasing altitude. Take a short hike to the Everest View Hotel and nearby viewpoints for impressive views of Mount Everest, Ama Dablam, Lhotse, Nuptse and other Himalayan peaks, weather permitting. You can also explore the local market, Sherpa culture, monasteries and surrounding villages before returning to Namche for the night.
Altitude: Namche Bazaar – 3,440 m | Everest View Hotel – 3,880 m
Walking Time: Approximately 4–5 hours
Distance: Approximately 6–7 km
Accommodation: Teahouse/Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Leave Namche Bazaar and follow the trail toward the Gokyo Valley. The route initially climbs above the town before following a scenic mountain trail with panoramic views of Everest, Lhotse, Ama Dablam and Thamserku. Continue through rhododendron and pine forests, passing small settlements and yak grazing areas before gradually reaching Dole, a small mountain village surrounded by dramatic Himalayan scenery.
Altitude: Namche Bazaar – 3,440 m | Dole – 4,200 m
Walking Time: Approximately 5–6 hours
Distance: Approximately 11 km
Accommodation: Teahouse/Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Continue north through the Gokyo Valley, following a trail that gradually climbs above the tree line. The landscape becomes increasingly alpine, with open mountain slopes, waterfalls, yak pastures and spectacular views of Cho Oyu and surrounding peaks. Pass through the small settlement of Luza before reaching Machhermo, an important stop on the route to Gokyo.
Altitude: Dole – 4,200 m | Machhermo – 4,470 m
Walking Time: Approximately 4–5 hours
Distance: Approximately 7 km
Accommodation: Teahouse/Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Trek toward Gokyo through the high-altitude valley, following the Dudh Koshi River and passing impressive glacial landscapes. Along the way, encounter the beautiful turquoise mountain lakes of the Gokyo Valley, including Longpongo, Raboche Tsho and Dudh Pokhari. Continue alongside the Ngozumba Glacier before arriving at Gokyo village, situated beside the third Gokyo Lake with spectacular mountain scenery.
Altitude: Machhermo – 4,470 m | Gokyo – 4,790 m
Walking Time: Approximately 4–5 hours
Distance: Approximately 10 km
Accommodation: Teahouse/Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Start early for the challenging hike to Gokyo Ri, one of the finest viewpoints in the Everest region. The climb provides spectacular panoramic views of Mount Everest, Cho Oyu, Lhotse, Makalu, Cholatse, Taboche and surrounding peaks, weather permitting. After enjoying the mountain scenery, descend back to Gokyo and spend the remainder of the day resting and exploring the lakeside village.
Altitude: Gokyo – 4,790 m | Gokyo Ri – 5,357 m
Walking Time: Approximately 4–5 hours
Distance: Approximately 5–6 km
Accommodation: Teahouse/Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Leave Gokyo and retrace part of the trail toward the Ngozumba Glacier. The route crosses the glacier and follows a rugged trail through the high-altitude landscape toward Thangnak, also known as Dragnag. This shorter day allows trekkers to rest before the demanding crossing of Renjo La Pass.
Altitude: Gokyo – 4,790 m | Thangnak – 4,700 m
Walking Time: Approximately 3–4 hours
Distance: Approximately 4–5 km
Accommodation: Teahouse/Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Begin the gradual ascent toward Renjo La Pass through a remote and rugged Himalayan landscape. The trail becomes steeper as it climbs toward the pass, with rocky terrain and high-altitude surroundings. Depending on the trekking plan and local conditions, stay near the Renjo La approach area to prepare for the early crossing of the pass the following day.
Altitude: Thangnak – 4,700 m | Renjo La Base Area – approximately 5,000 m
Walking Time: Approximately 4–5 hours
Distance: Approximately 5–6 km
Accommodation: Teahouse/Lodge or Camping, depending on local conditions
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Start early for the challenging ascent toward Renjo La Pass. After reaching the pass at approximately 5,360 m, enjoy spectacular panoramic views of Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, Cho Oyu and other Himalayan peaks, weather permitting. Descend carefully from the pass through a remote mountain landscape toward the Bhote Koshi Valley and continue to Marlung, a traditional Sherpa settlement.
Altitude: Renjo La Pass – approximately 5,360 m | Marlung – 4,210 m
Walking Time: Approximately 7–8 hours
Distance: Approximately 11–12 km
Accommodation: Teahouse/Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Descend through the remote Bhote Koshi Valley, following an ancient trading route between Tibet and Nepal. The trail passes through traditional villages, Buddhist mani walls, prayer flags and alpine landscapes before reaching Thame, one of the historic Sherpa settlements of the Khumbu region. Thame is also associated with famous mountaineers and provides an opportunity to experience a quieter side of the Everest region.
Altitude: Marlung – 4,210 m | Thame – 3,800 m
Walking Time: Approximately 5–6 hours
Distance: Approximately 13 km
Accommodation: Teahouse/Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Continue descending through forests and traditional Sherpa settlements along the Bhote Koshi Valley before reconnecting with the main Everest trekking route. The trail gradually climbs toward Namche Bazaar, where you can enjoy the lively atmosphere, mountain views and local culture after completing the remote section of the trek.
Altitude: Thame – 3,800 m | Namche Bazaar – 3,440 m
Walking Time: Approximately 4–5 hours
Distance: Approximately 9–10 km
Accommodation: Teahouse/Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Begin the final trekking day and descend through the Dudh Koshi Valley toward Lukla. Follow the familiar trail through forests, suspension bridges and Sherpa villages, passing Phakding and other settlements before completing the trek in Lukla. Celebrate the completion of the Gokyo Renjo La journey with the trekking team and spend the final night in the Khumbu region.
Altitude: Namche Bazaar – 3,440 m | Lukla – 2,840 m
Walking Time: Approximately 6–7 hours
Distance: Approximately 18 km
Accommodation: Teahouse/Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Take a scenic morning flight from Lukla to Kathmandu, subject to weather and operational conditions. Enjoy aerial views of the Himalayan landscape during the flight before arriving in Kathmandu, marking the end of the Gokyo Renjo La Trek.
Altitude: Lukla – 2,840 m | Kathmandu – 1,350 m
Flight Time: Approximately 30–40 minutes
Accommodation: Not Included
Meals: Breakfast