Gokyo Cho or known popularly as Gokyo Lake and the Gokyo lake system is glacial lake system in the Everest region of the Himalayas in which five lakes scattered in the same line with main lake named Gokyo. This lake covers an area of 42.9 ha (106 acres). Gokyo village – a small hamlet – lies on the eastern shore of the lake and one of the biggest glaciers, Ngozumpa glacier, adjacent to the lake.
Gokyo Valley Trek offers one of the best trek experiences in the Himalayas in which you can enjoy the majestic views of the peaks including Mt. Everest (8,848 m./29,029 ft) – the crown of the world, Makalu (8,485 m/ 27,838 ft), Cho Oyu (8,201 m/ 26,906 ft), Ama Dablam (6,812 m/ 22,349 ft), Thamserku (6,608 m/ 21,680 ft), Kantenga, Cho-Latse, Tawache and others. Not only view of the Himalayan peaks but also the Sherpa culture, and high Himalayan lifestyle amaze you equally.
During the trek you will climb the peak namely Gokyo Ri (5,357 m/ 17,575 ft) to view the magnificent view of the Himalayan peaks and Everest.
If you have time, strength, and will then you can combine Gokyo Valley trek with crossing over Cho-La pass. Famous Three Pass Trek also runs through Gokyo Lake. This itinerary takes you through the Dudhkoshi valley up to Gokyo from Namche which is classic trekking route as well.