Gokyo - Everest Base Camp (No Chola Pass)

Safety is our top priority above everything else.

From airport pickup to departure, we take care of everything—from medical kits, trekking permits, and government taxes to arranging accommodations in the best way possible.

We provide local trekking experts (English-speaking guides) with deep knowledge of the Everest region, including its Sherpa culture, traditions, weather, and alternative routes.

For a more personalized experience, we arrange small group sizes (minimum two and maximum 10) and include an assistant guide if the group has more than four people.

We also allow you to customize each itinerary according to client preferences.

With over 15 years of experience and excellent Everest Trek reviews on platforms like TripAdvisor, social media, Google, and Facebook, we are a trusted and professional choice for your trek and tour in Nepal, including the trekking to Everest Base Camp with Gokyo Trek.

The Gokyo Lakes with Everest Base Camp Trek is a moderate to strenuous level Journey. With the long walking hours, steep ascent and descent, and high altitude passes, the trek demands you to have good physical fitness. The trek starts at 2,880 meters and reaches the highest point at 5,455 meters (Kala Patthar), making altitude sickness a significant risk.

Trekkers must trek at least 6 -7 hours daily, so being comfortable with sustained physical and mental activities is crucial.

Having said that, our highly experienced guide will be there with you. He will instruct you regarding your breathing pattern, walking pace, and how to acclimate your body for a successful hike.

Hence, with acclimatization days, you can end your trek with less difficulty.

Now that you know everything about our journey to Gokyo Lakes with Everest Base Camp, it's Time to find the best time to travel.

Keeping the safety concerns and the weather conditions in mind, the best Time to explore is the (March-May) spring and autumn (September-November).

As the weather gets warmer, the arrival of spring brings back life in Nepal. The rhododendron forest and the greenery of the landscape along the way will surely mesmerize you beyond your imagination. Walking in the warm spring sunshine will add bliss to your trek.

Autumn, on the other hand, will make you behold the color change in nature. With the mild temperature, the journey is filled with the cool breeze of autumn. Hikers can enjoy the beautiful weather and the glorious white giants peacefully under the clear blue sky.

Apart from these two seasons, the trek is accessible all year round, depending on the weather conditions.

Altitude sickness, or Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS), can be avoided by preventive measures. We recommend that trekkers maintain a steady walking pace, as a gradual incline on the trails reduces the chances of developing this condition. Our 19-day Everest Base Camp with Gokyo Lake Trek itinerary is carefully planned with sufficient acclimatization days to minimize the risk of AMS.

• Drink plenty of fluids (water, tea, soups) to stay hydrated on the trails.
• Consume nutritionally balanced and carbohydrate-rich meals during the EBC trek for a continuous energy supply.
• Avoid alcohol, tobacco, and excessive caffeine intake, as they can interfere with the acclimatization process.

If you are concerned about altitude sickness (above 5000m) during your Everest Base Camp trek with Gokyo, we are here to ease your mind.

Our well-trained and professional local guides have years of experience trekking in the Everest region. All NHT guides have first aid kits and an oximeter to monitor hikers' physical conditions.

If a trekker shows symptoms of AMS, our guides will immediately assess their health and provide necessary medical assistance. An assistant guide is assigned to provide additional support for groups with more than four members.

There is no need to worry about altitude sickness during the EBC Gokyo Hike, as we are fully prepared to handle any challenges on your trip.

Our booking process is simple. First, review the 19-day Everest Base Camp with Gokyo Lake itinerary on our website.

Select your preferred date from the departure section and click "Book This Date,"

Fill out the booking form with all your details (Full Name, Email Address, DOB, Flight details, and others).

You can either pay a 20% deposit online or choose the "book now, pay later" option.

However, you must not submit another booking form while paying the deposit. Once we receive your deposit money, we will mail you a confirmation letter with other essential details about the trip.

We will need copies of your passports in advance to obtain your trekking permits. It must have at least 6 month's validity from the time you arrive in Nepal.

Once you reach Kathmandu, you must pay the rest of the cost of your trek package. You can pay in cash (US dollars), by card, or by wire transfer. 

On the off-chance that you must cancel your booking for Everest Base Camp with Gokyo Trek, you must send us a cancellation request. After canceling your booking, we will notify you promptly. You will have to forgo your 20% deposit as it is non-refundable, and we will levy it as a cancellation fee.

However, your deposit will remain as credit for a future trip that you can use later. We recommend checking our booking and cancellation manual before confirming your trip to avoid confusion.

We, NHT, don't book international flights to/from Kathmandu.

After you land in Kathmandu, Nepal (Tribhuvan International Airport) and complete the check-in process and visa formalities, one of our representatives will be there for you. He will be holding a Nepal Hiking Team card, making it easy to locate him. He will then drive you to your hotel.

Contact our team for assistance anytime.

Email address: [email protected]

Phone/WhatsApp or Direct Call: +977 9851058678

Visa on arrival to Nepal is possible for most countries, excluding Afghanistan, Ghana, Cameroon, Iraq, Ethiopia, and others. These countries must obtain their tourist visa from their respective countries before arriving in Kathmandu, Nepal. You will need to fill out an online form for the visa before arriving in Nepal. Please make sure passport has at least 6 months of validity with blank pages for visa stamps.

Travel insurance is mandatory. It should cover high-altitude trekking (over 5000m), emergency evacuation, medical expenses, loss of luggage and bags, flight cancellations, and other contingencies.

For your Everest Gokyo Lake Trek, during your time in Kathmandu, you will stay in a 3-star category hotel (WoodApple Hotel and Spa or a similar option, depending on availability).

Yes, you can book extra hotel nights in Kathmandu. Generally, three-star hotels charge US $55 for double/twin rooms and US $50 for a single room. We recommend the Woodapple Hotel and Spa, which is located on the outskirts of Thamel and convenient for shopping and eating out.

Yes, you can if you have booked a private trek with us. The private trek is highly flexible, unlike group treks, you can add day tour in kathmandu valley in popular places, and we can customize your itinerary to your preferences and requirements.

Immunizations are not mandatory when trekking in Nepal, but they are highly recommended to safeguard your health during the trip. Some of the common vaccinations recommended by the CDC are Hepatitis A, Typhoid, Tetanus, and Rabies.

Nepal has two major local networks: Nepal Telecom (NTC) and Ncell. Both have booths at the airport. Their counters are located in the arrival terminal and operate 24 hours a day. You can also buy these SIM cards in Kathmandu city center (Thamel area). We recommend choosing an NTC SIM card for Everest Base Camp Gokyo Trek.

There are only two airports from which you can fly to reach Lukla: either directly from Kathmandu or from Ramechhap, Manthali Airport, which is a 3–4 hour drive from Kathmandu.

During the peak trekking seasons from March-May and September–to November, all flights to Lukla operate via Manthali Airport in Ramechhap due to traffic congestion at TIA. However, outside of these peak seasons (spring and autumn), direct flights from Kathmandu to Lukla and vice versa are available.

For the Manthali to Lukla flight: From Kathmandu, it is 132 km to Manthali Airport, requiring a 3–4 hour drive. To catch the Lukla flight from Manthali Airport, you must wake up early, around 1–2 AM, and travel by tourist vehicle.

For the Kathmandu to Lukla flight: If flying directly from Kathmandu, you must wake up around 5–6 AM, drive to the domestic airport, and board your flight to Lukla.

The Everest Base Camp with Gokyo Lake Trip is categorized as one of the long-distance treks in Nepal. It is also widely known as Everest Circuit Trek, which can be completed in 17 - 19 days. We, Nepal Hiking Team, provide a 19-day EBC with Gokyo package where two days are allocated for arrival and departure, two days from kathmandu to Lukla and back to kathmandu, two leisure days in Kathmandu for trek preparation and rest, and other days are for trekking and reaching the highest point of Everest Gokyo at 5545 meters (Kala Patthar).

Yes you can take it. Diamox is commonly used to prevent mountain sickness but consult your doctor beforehand.

Usage Guidelines: Start taking Diamox( 250 mg dosage after dinner)  from the Phakding (first day of the trek).

Precautions: Tingling in hands, cheeks, or lips are mild side effects. Stay hydrated, as this medicine increases water needs.

Note: Our NHT guides carry Diamox and an oximeter in their medical-aid supplies to provide additional support if needed. For effective and safe use, always follow your perosnal doctor’s advice.

You should keep your daily daypack as light as possible, carrying only essentials like your water bottle, passport, sunscreen, snacks, and any personal items needed during the day. We provide a duffel bag with 75-liter capacity for you to use during the trek, which our representative will give during the pre-trip meeting at the hotel. Apart from duffle bags, we also provide general items like Sleeping bags, Down jackets, and the Gokyo Everest Base Camp map, which must be returned after the trip.

Pack all the necessary items for your upper body, lower body, Torso, hands, feet, and undergarments. We provide first aid kits, but we request that you bring your personal medications.

Since this is a high-altitude trek, minimizing weight is crucial for your comfort and endurance.

If you are out of trekking gear, you can stroll around the Thamel area. They offer trekking gear at affordable prices.

The Cho La Pass is not included in this itinerary to make sure the trek is accessible to all travelers. This trip is designed for those who wish to experience the breathtaking beauty of Gokyo, its religious significance, and take a step into the foothills of mighty Mount Everest with the stunning views of Mount Everest without the challenges of a high-altitude pass. It is an ideal choice for beginners, families with children, and senior trekkers, allowing them to enjoy a peaceful and rewarding journey without difficulty.

One needs certain permits to trek to Everest Base Camp via Gokyo Lake within the Sagarmatha National Park. Permits can be received in Kathmandu and checked in different Everest Region check-ins. We will provide all these permits beforehand.

For Gokyo EBC trek, trekkers need the following trekking permits

• Sagarmatha National Park Entry Permit
• Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality Permit
• Trekker's Information Management System (TIMS) Card

During EBC Gokyo Lake Trek, you will find basic accommodation options like teahouses and guesthouses, which the family runs. One can find standard accommodation at lower altitudes, but as you ascend, the amenities decrease.

You will be accommodated by the warm hospitality of the people (Sherpas) of Everest region. Unlike other popular treks, the accommodation options are essential with basic amenities.

The best available twin-sharing lodge accommodation during the trip. We provide private bathrooms with hot showers atLukla, Phakding, and Namche.

Facilities like a cozy bed with pillow and warm blankets, food, and shared washrooms are available. Services like electricity, hot showers, Wi-Fi, and internet are available in some regions of Everest Trek, which can be used at an additional cost.

Toilets on the trail are pretty basic on EBC via Gokyo Lake. At lower elevation, you can find flush toilets/western toilets in some guests houses. However, as you ascend, there is a less number of tea houses and with squat toilets (Asian-based toilets), which are simple pans set into the floor (a bucket of water and mug is provided). We recommend trekkers to brings personnel items such as Toilet paper, hand Sanitizers, toothbrushes etc.

While trekking, there might not be any washroom/toilets around. During that time, find a private spot (behind large bushes or stone, far away from the waling route) where no one will see you. If nature calls, having a small, lightweight trowel can help you dig a small hole for waste or carry a plastic bag in a zip-lock bag and dispose of it at the next teahouse. Whatever you do, don't leave any waste behind.

Yes, you can charge your devices in teahouses, as they have electricity. The two-pin and triangular three-pin varieties are common plug points. The charging service takes you extra costs. We recommend power banks, especially during the peak season, so you can charge at your convenience.

During your trip to Everest Gokyo Lakes Trek, we Nepal Hiking Team, allow trekkers to choose whatever meals they like from the menu provided by the teahouses. These days, the teahouses of Everest Region offer a wide range of variety, from traditional Nepalese cuisine staple food items to international delights.

The main dish popular among all the trekkers that you can easily find is Nepali Dal-bhat (Rice, vegetable, lentil soup, and pickles). Other local dishes are momo, thukpa, and other options Tibetian dishes (Kur, Tshampa, Tingmo, Rildok, and many more).

Beyond that, they also offer burgers, pizza, pasta, sandwiches, cereals, toast, spaghetti, pancakes and macaroni.

We request trekkers order your food when you reach the teahouses. During the peak season, the trail gets busy, and there is a first-order, first-served protocol.

Complimentary breakfast is provided while you are in Kathmandu. Lunch and dinner should be arranged on your own.

During the EBC Gokyo Trek, you can find natural water sources like springs and tap water; you can also buy boiled and bottled drinking water from the teahouses. The prices vary depending on the stay of your location.

As you move higher, the cost gets higher. We strongly suggest you drink natural spring tap water using purification tablets, stylizer pain, and an inbuilt filtering bottle. This minimizes the impact on the environment.

Note: Our designated guide assisting you to the base camp carries purification tablets each.