Insurance Requirement for Gokyo Lakes Trekking
Travel insurance is essential for the Gokyo Lakes Trek in Nepal because the trek reaches high altitudes and exists in a remote area and presents various hazardous conditions. Trekkers need to obtain a policy which provides coverage for trekking at elevations between 5,000 and 6,000 meters and complete medical coverage for altitude sickness, trail injury and emergency cases.
The most essential element of medical coverage needs to include helicopter evacuation services. The insurance policy requires coverage for emergency repatriation which will bring you back to your home country in case of emergencies. Travelers should obtain trip cancellation, delay and lost property protection as a protective measure even when these protections are not required by law.
The Gokyo Lakes Trek requires proper insurance coverage which guarantees personal safety, protects financial assets and provides mental peace during the demanding journey.
Guide and Porters for Gokyo Lake Trekking 14 Days
You will be accompanied by our expert guide who knows the area very well. We have professional and veteran guides to lead the trek where you can feel comfortable. They are knowledgeable and offer you various information on the region, from history, geography and culture to flora and fauna.
All guides have gone through basic medical training that includes high altitude symptoms or AMS (Acute Mountain Sickness). They can help you with simple medical First Aid. For severe conditions, guides will support taking you to safe area or to nearest hospitals by any means of quick transportation.
Our guides are well versed in Eco-Trekking and Responsible Tourism as well and are committed in keeping the environment on trekking route in pristine form as it was.
Likewise, our porters are strong and cheerful, who carry your heavier luggage, 15 to 25 kg. We do not allow porters below 16 years of age or above 50 years.
Porters and guide are well looked after by the company with good wages, medical insurance, travel allowance including meals on treks and climb company also provides warm gear in winter as well for high and cold altitude trips.
Information on AMS and Precaution Measures
AMS can catch any people on high altitude adventure walks. Due to low air pressure and oxygen level, symptoms such as breathlessness, light headache, nausea, dizziness, sleeplessness and low appetite can be experienced.
To avoid these, we have designed the itinerary accordingly, including a leisurely pace, enough rest time, flexible days for acclimatization at high elevation, short walks to vantage points and sleeping at lower places.
The good way to avoid AMS is to take a slow and steady pace, stopping frequently to catch your breath and drinking water at least 2-3 liters a day.
We always recommend you bring basic medications for treatment of diarrhea, headache, fever, cold-flu and constipation as well as first aid for cuts, wounds, and burns. For AMS prevention, you can use Diamox under your doctor's prescription.
What to Bring During 14 Days Gokyo Lake Trekking?
Clothing and footwear
- Trekking boots (should be warm, waterproof, breathable, cover and fix the ankle)
- Sports sandals with a closed toe or sneakers.
- Flip flops, sun cap, wool or fleece hat, 2 pairs of gloves/mittens (1 thin, 1 thick)
- Bandana or neckerchief, fleece jackets (1 thin, 1 thick)
- Thermal underwear (merino wool), preferably 2 sets (one for walking, the other for sleeping)
- Trekking socks - several pairs (there is a limited possibility of washing)
- Quick-drying sports T-shirts (e.g., Polartec PowerDry) - 2 pcs. or more.
- Down jacket, windstopper, windproof warm jacket with hood.
- Trekking trousers, warm synthetic pants like ski pants, rain poncho.
- Sun cream, sunglasses, trekking pole, water bottle.
Equipment for 14 Days Gokyo Lake Trekking
- Duffel bags for trek will be provided on day 2, which should be returned after the trek is over.
- Backpack 20-30 liters with rain cover (optional with drinking system)
- Sleeping bag (comfort temperature around -5 C). On the upper lodges, they usually provide woolen blankets. You can rent a sleeping bag in Kathmandu for $1-2 per day.
- A good quality headlight with new batteries and a spare set of batteries.
- Sunglasses (category 3-4) + hard case, Trekking poles, Thermos 0.5-1 liter.
- Sealed packaging for documents and money, sitting mat (optionally), Power bank.
- A roll of dense garbage bags, 50 liters. You will pack your items in it and put in a duffel bag to protect from moisture and dust.
Personal Items
- Towel (light and quick-drying), washing accessories, disinfection wipes
- Antibacterial gel, moisturizing hand cream, and sun cream with a high SPF factor
- Lip balm with sun protection, reusable water bottle, snacks, nuts, and chocolate
.webp)
