Bandipur vs Gokyo Lakes
Pick Bandipur for
peace and quiet, tight budgets, culture and heritage, fewer people, an easier walk, a smaller budget, fewer days
Pick Gokyo Lakes for
nature, adventure, a real challenge
| Bandipur | Gokyo Lakes | |
|---|---|---|
| Region | Nepal, Tanahun, Gandaki | Nepal, Solukhumbu |
| Highest point | 1,100 m | 5,357 m |
| Difficulty | Easy | Difficult |
| Trek distance | No trek needed | about 120 km |
| Days on the ground | 2–3 | 11–13 |
| Best months | Oct, Nov, Dec, Feb, Mar, Apr | Mar, Apr, May, Oct, Nov |
| Snow likely | Rarely | Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar |
| Crowds in season | Quiet | Moderate |
| Daily spend | about ₹2,500 | about ₹4,500 |
| Gateway | Kathmandu / Pokhara | Kathmandu (Lukla flight) |
| With kids | Great | Not advised |
| With seniors | Great | Not advised |
| Permits | None. | Sagarmatha National Park + Khumbu local area fee. Check current guide rules. |
Bandipur: when to go
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
BestPossibleNot recommended❄︎Snow likely
Gokyo Lakes: when to go
- ❄︎Jan
- ❄︎Feb
- ❄︎Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- ❄︎Dec
BestPossibleNot recommended❄︎Snow likely