Khumbu · Challenging
Gokyo Lakes & Renjo La
The Everest alternative for travelers who want fewer crowds, mirrored lakes, and elite photo moments.
Route planning map
Explore the route before you commit to it.
Switch between topographic context, overall route shape, and stage-by-stage stops so you can see how the trek unfolds in real terms, not just as a line between famous names.
Route map
Gokyo Lakes & Renjo La
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Drawing the topographic base, route line, and stage markers for this itinerary.
Map view
Terrain mode shows how the walking line sits between valleys, ridges, villages, and key access points.
Journey so far
You are at the trailhead in Namche Bazaar, right at the beginning of the mapped route.
Still ahead
Roughly 22 km remain to Renjo La, with 4 more stages still to come.
What this stop is like
The last broad-service stop before the quieter Gokyo branch. It opens the route and sets up the next move toward Dole.
Route read
Namche Bazaar to Renjo La
5 mapped stages, about 22 km on the visible line, showing where the trek leaves road access and moves into higher mountain terrain.
Trailhead
Namche Bazaar
Current focus
Namche Bazaar
Finish
Renjo La
Current leg
Namche Bazaar sets the opening tone
6 km of visible movement around the selected stage, showing whether this is a road-assisted transition, an overnight anchor, or a more demanding mountain section.
Next shift
Dole
Namche Bazaar leads toward Dole, where the route changes again in altitude, scenery, or logistics.
Duration
14 days
Max altitude
5,360m
Best seasons
Mar-May · Oct-Nov
Starting rate
$2,490+
Route highlights
Prep notes