Everest Base Camp Trek Via Gokyo Lake 20 Days

Everest base camp trek via Gokyo lake takes you to the foot of Mt. Everest traversing across the high Cho La pass at an altitude of 5420m/17344ft. This is a classic and an unbelievable trekking, visiting all of the high valleys of the Khumbu with extra time at Gokyo to explore the upper valley. While we are trekking in Gokyo valley, we will have time to climb Gokyo RI Peak 5360m. From there we can observe the world famous four peaks above 8000m of Cho Oyu (8201m.), Makalu (8463m.), and Lhotse (8,516m.) and Everest (8848m.) exposed above Gokyo. Our camp at Gorakshep provides the opportunity to ascend to Kala Pathar 5545m for more spectacular views of the surrounding mountains, including the black rocky ramparts of Everest's southwest face.

Gokyo chola pass trekking will lead you to Gokyo Lake and over the Cho La pass at 5430m making a circuit of Tawache (6367m.) and Cholatse (6440m). Emerging into the Khumbu valley above Lobuche the trail continues up to Kala Pathar and then back to Lukla via Tengboche and Namche Bazaar. To top off this unique trek we climb Gokyo Ri (5488m/18000ft) for a panoramic view of the greatest mountain scenery in the world - including five 8000m/26000+ft giants and innumerable other peaks of the Khumbu Himal.

Day 1: Arrive at Tribhuwan International Airport (TIA) Kathmandu.
You are welcomed by hospitable meeting and then you will be transferred to hotel. Our airport representative will explain briefly the program upon arrival. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 2: Trek preparation and Kathmandu Valley Sihgtseeing tour.
Sightseeing of world heritage sites in Kathmandu valley including, Kathmandu Darbar square, Swayambhunath Temple , Boudhanath Stupa & Pashupatinath Temple. Overnight at Hotel.Day 3:

Kathmandu Lukla (2827m) - Phakding (2652m) 3 hours.
Early morning transfer to airport for flight to Lukla. The flight into Lukla is a lifetime experience, in itself. The airfield is on an evaluation and the difference between the two ends of the runway is about 60 meters! When we get Lukla then have cup of coffee at Khumbu resort, (Remember this building we have to stay overnight for fly out to Kathmandu after finished our trip) After the nice hot drink our adventure starts along the Dudh Kosi River to the village of Phakding 2800m with green landscape & view of Kusum kangraru. Overnight at guest house

Day 4: Phakding - Namche Bazar (3440m) 6 hours
After you finished your hot breakfast your guide will lead the trail continues north up the Dudh Kosi valley with brilliant views of Thamserku & Kusum kangraru to the Munzo, just beyond the Munzo you will see huge building of Sagarmatha National Park Entrance Gate, where trekking permits are checked and National Park fees collected, can get more information about the Everest region & National park Oh don't forget to observe the records of monthly visitor into the Khumbu region. Then trek down & cross the Jorsale Bridge, This is the last place to Namche Bazar so we recommended you to have lunch or some snacks! make sure you have enough water for 3 more hours. The trail Continue along the Dudh Kosi River after two more brides begins the steep climb up to Namche Bazaar 3441m, the administrative center of the Sagarmatha National Park and the hub of Sherpa society. Remember to look out for glimpses of Mt. Everest from the trail to Namche Bazar! Overnight at guest house.

Day 5: Acclimatization day in Namche bazaar – Hike to Everest view hotel (3900m) 3-4 hours.
This is a day for acclimatization. We will take you the shyangbuche airport 3700m. it is suppose to height airport in the world. Then continue slightly climbing to Everest view hotel where you can observe including Mt. Everest, Lhotse, Amadablam, Tawache & many more. After the brilliant view of those mountains, we trek down to Namche & we will take a Sherpa museum. There you can see the traditional custom of Sherpa peoples & Mt. Everest photo Gallery. Overnight at Guest House.

6. Day 06: Namche - Dole (4200m) 5 hrs.
After breakfast we start our journey to Dole, the trails easy in the begging up to Kyangjuma & climb steeply out of the valley through rhododendron forests, which give way to fragrant stands of juniper and large conifers as the elevation increases. This trek is especially beautiful in spring when the rhododendrons are blooming. The trails pass many Kharkas, summer settlements used when Sherpas bring herds of yaks to graze in these high pastures. The route passes through the settlement s of Tongba (3950m) and Gyele (3960m) to Dole where there're few hotels. The views of Khumbila and Tawache (6542m) are incredible throughout the day!! Overnight at guest house. B.L.D

7. Day 07: Dole - Machhermo (4400m) 5 hrs.
From Dole the trail climbs to Lambara at (4220m) and Luza at (4360m). The tails is steep in most places as it climbs through brush junipers. There're Kharkas whenever there is a flat spot and the slightest hint of water. People from Khumjung own all the Kharkas on this side of valley. The trails continue to climb along the side of the valley, high above the river, crossing sandy spurs to Machhermo at (4410m). It was in Machhermo in 1974 that Yeti killed three yaks and attached a Sherpa woman. This is the most credit yeti incident ever reported, so be watchful as you visit this reason.

Day 08: Machhermo - Gokyo Lake (4700m) 4 hrs.
The trail climbs a ridge for an excellent view both down the valley to Kantega and up towards Cho-Oyu (8201m). Beyond the ridge the valley widens as the trail passes through Pangka at (4390m) then descends to the riverbank before beginning of climb on to the terminal moraine of the Ngozumpa Glacier. It's a steep climb up the moraine, switch backing alongside the stream to the first small Lake at (4650m), where a family of green Brainy ducks resides. The trail now becomes almost level at (4690m) and finally gets Gokyo at the elevation of 4700m. Overnight at guest house. B.L.D

Day 09: Gokyo - Gokyo RI (5360m) 4 hrs.
Early wake up and climb up to the Gokyo-Ri, for panoramic view of Mahalangur Himalayan range, it takes approximately 2hrs climb to the top of the peak, providing a panoramic view of Cho-Oyu, Gyachung Kang, Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, Cholatse and Tawache & a great looking of Ngozumpa glacier a largest glacier in Nepal. Then decent to Gokyo and relax with your Lunch & hot tea. Overnight at guest house. B.L.D

Day 10: Gokyo Lake - Dragnak (4760m) 3 hrs.
This is a short trek to foot of the Cho-La pass; the trail leads you toward second lake & cross over Ngozumpa glacier. Overnight at guest house. B.L.D

Day 11: Trek – Over Chola passes (5360m) & trek to Dzongla (4830m) 7 hrs.
This is the big day of your trip!! Before crossing the Chola pass about three hundred meters is very hard!! You cannot imagine where to go especially if you are trekking of yourself. About 5 o’clock will be ready your breakfast then the trail leads gradually uphill until 5000m. This is a great view point of Chola pass & several peaks, then trail will descending to the Chola pass base camp 4800m. From here you will find very hard due to rocks, be careful with rocks…. Keep the trail continue after couple of hours from here you will be on the top of Chola pass. Then trek decent all the way to Dzongla. Overnight at guest house. B.L.D.
Day 12: Dzongla - Labuche (4910m) 3 hrs.
It is an easy day walking to Lobule; trek continues along the moraine of the glacier, with views of Kalapattar and Pumori, before reaching Lobuche. Overnight at guest house. B.L.D.

Day 13: Labuche - Gorakshep (5180m) 3 hours.
After a short climb through meadows, look down on the Khumbu Glacier. Straight-ahead is Kalapattar - the best vantage point to view the entire south face of Mt. Everest and the surrounding peaks. Trek to Gorakshep and prepare for tomorrow's Everest Base Camp Expedition 5400 meters. Overnight at guest hose. B.L.D.

Day 14: Hiking to Everest base camp (5400m) & back To Gorakshep (5180m) 7 hours.
About 9 o’clock starts your Everest Base camp expedition though on the rocky trail. It is not much elevation different but there is lots of up & down it makes your body very tiring but do not harass, this is your dream since you were very young. Approximately after 3 hrs of hiking you will have been Everest Base Camp 5400m. Enjoy the view of Khumbu glacier & Khumbu icefall where the Everest Expedition starts. And trek back to Gorakshep. Overnight at guest house. B.L.D

Day 15: Hike - Kalapattar (5545m.) & Trek down to Pheriche (4210m) 7 hours.
About 5 o’clock in the morning, the day starts with a hike up to Kalapatthar (5545 mtrs.), an excellent viewpoint to observe the Mount. Everest and innumerable spectacular mountains views. Then trek back to Gorakshep for hot breakfast & trek descend to Pheriche (4210m). Overnight at Guest House. B.L.D.

Day 16: Pheriche down to Khumjung (3900m) 6 hours.
Easy walk along the Imja Khola, then a short climb up to the Tengbouche Monastery. The trail descends steeply towards Pungki Thanka and another steeply climbs to Khumjung. The Khumjung (the huge Sherpa settlement) is the famous for observation of the Yeti scalp, Hillary foundation school & Khunde hospital. Overnight at guest house. B.L.D

Day 17: Trek down to Jorsale (2740m) 6 hours.
The trail accent slightly to the Shyangbuche airport & trek descends to Namche Bazar 3440m. After the relaxing of tea, coffee or lunch the trail descents continue deeply to the Jorsale. Overnight at Guest house. B.L.D.

Day 18: Trek to Lukla (2800m) 5 hours.
The trek continues along the Dudh Kosi River to the small mountain airstrip at Lukla to catch your return flight to Kathmandu. Overnight at Khumbu resort. B.L.D
Day 19: fly back to Kathmandu (1310m) 30 minute. B&B
Day 20: Final Departure from Nepal to your onward destination. “Farewell”

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Trip Highlight

Scenic flight to/from Lukla, Explore Sherpa Museum in Namche Bazaar, Panoramic views from Everest view hotel, Explores Around the Breathtaking Gokyo valley and High pristine lake,Magnificent View of Highest Peaks Including Cho, (8,153m), Gyachung Kang (7,922m), Everest ( 8848m), Lhotse (8,501m)& Makalu ( 8,481m), The Ultimate Challenge Climbing of Gokyo Peak, Icefalls and Ngozumpa Glaciers,Crossing over Chola Pass, Hiking to Everest Base Camp & Broad Summit of Kalapatthar.

Gokyo Chola Pass EBC Route

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Trip Facts

Tour Code:
NHT 03
Max. Altitude:
5545m.
Trip Duration:
20 days
Trek Grade:
Activities:
Trekking + Tour
Accommodation:
Lodge to Lodge
Transportation:
Car / Van / Plane
Group Size:
1 (minimum)
Best Time:
Feb - May, Sep - Dec.
Per Day Hiking:
5 to 6 hours
Trip Cost:
USD 1350.00 Per Person

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Our trek to Everest Base Camp with Balaram in October 2008 from Nepal Hiking Team was brilliant, honestly it was a trip of a lifetime.
Robert, James & Christopher
Tunbridge Wells, United Kingdom
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I had 20 days Everest Base Camp Trekking Crossing Over Chola Pass, in April 2010, a single trek. I was completely satisfied, I had a very professional guide you could tell straight away that he has many years of experience.
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