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15 daysDuration
Private TourPrivate experience, no group joining
25 peopleMaximum group size
12 - 79 yearsAge range for participants
EnglishGuide language
Challenging
Demands good physical fitness and stamina for more intense or extended activities.
5360mHighest point reached
Starts
Kathmandu, Nepal
Ends
Kathmandu, Nepal
Highlights
Enjoy breathtaking sights of the world’s highest peaks
Walk through the challenging trails of Cho La Pass
Exploration of the mountain area’s pine and rhododendron forests
Discover the critical cultural essence and customs of Sherpas
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Airport pickup and dropoff servicesTransportation from Kathmandu to Lukla and back to Kathmandu(by flight)Food all along the trip (Main course-Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)Well trained English speaking, Government License holder guideA Strong, helpful porter with proper equipment (one porter for two people)Accommodation in lodge during the trekFlight from Kathmandu - Lukla - Kathmandu) with airport transferSleeping bag, down jackets and Duffel Bag (if required)Permit and PaperworksGovernment taxes and official expensesAarogya PC-303 Portable Vital Signs Monitor Health Device by guide1 Night Hotel in Kathmandu"One well-experienced, English-speaking assistant guide will be provided for groups of more than 5 person
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For trekkers craving both adventure and iconic Himalayan vistas, the "15 Days Gokyo-Chola Pass to Everest Base Camp Trekking" trip is a top pick. Designed for young adults and seniors who relish a challenge, this journey covers the famed Everest Base Camp, Kala Patthar, and the pristine Gokyo Lakes.
Begin in Lukla and trek up to six hours daily, with time for acclimatization and exploration of Sherpa villages, monasteries, and waterfalls. Reach vantage points for breathtaking views of Everest, Lhotse, and Nuptse. The tour’s unique appeal lies in its comprehensive route, combining classic base camp highlights with the serene beauty of Gokyo—a must for anyone seeking the ultimate Everest trekking experience.
day 1 - Fly to Lukla and Trek to Phakding (2,610 m)
We start our journey in Kathmandu. Between 6 am and 10 am, we drive to Tribhuwan International Airport in Kathmandu and take a scenic flight to Tenzing Hillary Airport in Lukla (2,804 m).
On arrival at the airport, your guide will brief you about the trekking and introduce to your porters. Before our trek toward Phakding (2,610m), we will have some time to explore Lukla while our Sherpa crew sort our luggage and trekking equipment.
We start the trek by descending towards Dudh Kosi River, where we join the main trail to Namche Bazar, located just above Chaunrikharka (2,713m). The walking is easy, and after passing through the small village of Ghat (2,550m), it is a short walk to Phakding.
Duration:6 hours
Accommodation: Guest house
Meals:Lunch, Dinner
day 2 - Trek to Namche Bazar (3,440 m)
We continue trekking along the banks of Dudh Kosi, crossing the majestic river many times via suspension bridges, laden with prayer flags. After entering the Sagamartha National Park, the trail climbs steeply with breathtaking views.
Namche Bazaar (considered the gateway to Everest) is home to many quality restaurants, hotels, lodges, shops, money exchange services, internet cafes and bakeries. This is the biggest town along the Everest trail.
Duration:6 hours
Accommodation: Guest house
Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
day 3 - Acclimatization Day (3,440 m)
We spend a day in Namche Bazaar in order to acclimatize and adjust to the thinning air.
We will trek a short distance to a museum that is celebrated for its exhibits of traditional customs of the Sherpa people. We also hike up to Everest View Hotel. From this point we can see rewarding views of the Himalayas with a stunning sunrise and sunset over the panorama of Khumbu peaks.
Accommodation: Guest house
Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
day 4 - Trek to Tengboche (3,790 m)
From Namche, the trail contours around the side of the valley, high above the river and, as we continue on this trail, we will get to see great views of the Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse and Ama Dablam.
After dropping down steeply to the river at PhunkiTenga and having lunch, we have a long steep climb up through beautiful forest to tonight’s lodge.
Tengboche is famous for its legendary monastery, the largest in the Khumbu region, and we will stay near this monastery with Everest, Lhotse and Ama Dablam in full view.
Duration:6/7 hours
Accommodation: Guest house
Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
day 5 - Trek to Dingboche (4,350 m)
After breakfast we head on up the trail to Dingboche. We first descend through stunning forest to Deboche and then cross the river and have a short climb to Pangboche, which is a good lunch spot.
On this side of the river stunning Ama Dablam is prominent and a stunning distraction from the trail as we continue up to Dingboche for the night.
Duration:5:30 hours
Accommodation: Guest house
Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
day 6 - Trek to Chukhung Valley and back to Dingboche
Today we take a short trek to Chukhung Valley and return to Dingboche. Besides showing us the stunning mountain views, today's trek should prepare us for what is to come.
Duration:3/4 hours
Accommodation: Guest house
Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
day 7 - Trek to Lobuche (4,950 m)
Today we head up a wide valley beneath the impressive peaks of Cholatse and Tawache on the left. We turn right and climb a steep trail toward the foot of the Khumbu Glacier, passing many stone cairns, built as memorials to the many Sherpas died helping people climb Everest. The path then climbs gently along the glacier to reach the cluster of houses at Lobuche
Duration:5/6 hours
Accommodation: Guest house
Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
day 8 - Trek to Everest Base Camp via Gorakshep (5,364 m)
Today we will walk for three hours to Gorakshep along Khumbu Glacier and after lunch, we will continue to Everest Base Camp. The walk to base camp and back would take five to six hours, following the Khumbu glacier, sometimes on moraine and sometimes on the glacier itself.
On reaching the base camp, please respect the space of the expeditions based there, but do enjoy this crowning moment, before returning down the long trail back to Gorakshep.
Duration:7/8 hours
Accommodation: Guest house
Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
day 9 - Trek to Kala Patthar and Dzongla (4,800m)
Up to now, we have covered significant destinations of this trek, seen some exotic places, and captured the best scenery.
Among all of these, now we trek further to Kala Patther, arguably the best spot to see Everest. After admiring the view of the world's highest peak, we will set out to Dzongla.
Duration:6/7 hours
Accommodation: Guest house
Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
day 10 - Cross Chola Pass and Trek to Tagnag (5,420 m)
Cho La is one of the high passes of this region, and it can be slippery due to ice along the route. It is steep climbing until we reach the top of Cho La Pass. After hours of trekking through the steep trails of Cho-La, we will descend toward Tagnag.
To reach the village of Tagnag, our stop for the night, one must pass across the Ngozumpa Glacier. The scene will be to die for.
Duration:5/6 hours
Accommodation: Guest house
Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
day 11 - Trek to Gokyo (4,800 m)
The Gokyo Lakes are also part of an extended Everest Base Camp trek known as the EBC trek via Gokyo Lakes.
In the early morning, we will start our hike to Gokyo Ri. This viewpoint will mesmerize you with beautiful mountains like Makalu, Everest, Choyou, Lhotse, Nuptse, Pumori, Ama Dablam, Cholatse, Kwangde, and many more in 360 degrees.
Following that, we will move towards the fifth lake, which shows the magnificent views of Everest from a completely different angle.
Duration:5/6 hours
Accommodation: Guest house
Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
day 12 - Hike to Gokyo Ri and Trek to Dole (4,200 m)
Early in the morning, we climb a steep trail up to the top of Gokyo Ri at an elevation of 5,483 meters. There are ample rewards for those who attempt this trip – you get stunning views of Gokyo Valley, the massive Ngozumpa Glacier, and an incredible panoramic view of the whole Khumbu Himalayas.
The sights include the giants Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Makalu, Cho-Oyu, and Gychung Kang. We will also use this day for acclimatization so that we will return to the camp in the afternoon.
Duration:4/5 hours
Accommodation: Guest house
Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
day 13 - Trek to Namche (3,440 m)
We continue walking through a typical Sherpa village of Khumjung, leaving the mountains behind us as we descend back to Namche Bazar.
On our way, we’ll have lunch at Tengboche and cross the rhododendron forest again before reaching Namche Bazar, where we’ll stay overnight.
Duration:6/7 hours
Accommodation: Guest house
Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
day 14 - Trek to Lukla (2,800 m)
Finally, we return to Lukla where we started our trek which might seem like a lifetime ago.
We’ll spend some time enjoying and reflecting back on the trek as a group and the personal achievements of all those who took part. We also have some spare time to explore the town some more.
Duration:6/7 hours
Accommodation: Guest house
Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
day 15 - Fly to Kathmandu from Lukla (1,310 m)
On your flight back to Kathmandu as you leave Lukla, you can enjoy some last-minute glimpses of the mountains you just visited.
You might want to take a rest day after the exhausting trek or you can go sightseeing in Kathmandu.
In the evening, we will have a farewell dinner in a traditional Nepali restaurant with cultural performances.
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