Gokyo and Everest Base Camp Trek - Overview
If you are looking for a trek with beautiful scenery, great trails, and memorable adventure, the Gokyo and Everest Base Camp trek is for you. The trek includes a visit to the village of Gokyo which is situated next to one of the 5 Emerald lakes which the Gokyo region is famous for. You will also be hiking to Gokyo Ri (5,357 m) which offers one of the most amazing panoramic views of the Himalayan landscape including majestic peaks such as Cho Oyu (8,201 m), Mt. Everest, and Mt. Makalu (8,481 m).
After exploring the splendid Gokyo region you will be crossing the Ngozumpa glacier arising from Mt. Cho Oyu. The Ngozumpa Glacier is the longest glacier in Nepal and while it may look daunting and risky, it is not safe to traverse across this massive glacier. You then cross the Cho La Pass (5,368 m) which will take you from the Gokyo region into the Everest region. Having entered the Everest region, you will soon arrive at the famous Everest Base Camp with lots of tented camps.
Another highlight of the trek is the view from Kala Patthar (5,643 m), the highest point of this trek. Kala Patthar offers breathtaking views of Mt. Everest, the Khumbu Glacier, Nuptse, and other majestic peaks in the Khumbu region.
Gokyo and Everest Base Camp - Trek Facts | |
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Trek Difficulty: | Level 2 - Moderate |
Trek Duration: | 15 Days |
Max Altitude: | 5643 M at the Kala Patthar viewpoint |
Accommodation: | Cheaper teahouses / Moderately-priced eco-lodges / Expensive guesthouses |
Best season: | Mar-May, Oct-Nov |
Transport To/From Trek: | Flight to the mountain town of Lukla (2860 m). Lukla can also be reached by bus to Shivalaya followed by a couple of days of trekking to Lukla |
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