Highlights
Enjoy a stunning trek through one of the most beautiful regions in the Himalayas
Enjoy the best views of Mt. Everest from Gokyo Ri and Gokyo Lake
Discover remote mountain passes and untouched natural beauty
Become a part of a unique culture
Itinerary
Venture into the heart of the Himalayas with the Gokyo + Cho La Pass Trekking Adventure, an epic journey for those seeking both natural grandeur and cultural depth. Starting in Kathmandu, explore historical landmarks before flying to the Gokyo Valley, where pristine lakes and glaciers await. Trek through timeless Sherpa villages, acclimatize at Namche Bazaar, and cross the formidable Cho La Pass at 5,420 meters. Marvel at panoramic Himalayan views, discover the traditions of the Sherpa community, and reach the legendary Everest Base Camp. The true highlight of this tour is its access to the Ngozumba Glacier and Gokyo village—one of the world’s highest settlements—making it a standout trekking package for mountain enthusiasts and cultural explorers.
day 1 - Flight to Lukla (2828m/9279ft) 35m and trek to Phakding
After an early morning transfer to the airport, we board a 35 minute scenic flight that takes us to the Himalayan foothills where we begin our trek into the Everest region. The view from the plane is amazing, providing dramatic views of terraced hills and the distant Himalayan giants.
After landing at Lukla airport, we walk 3 hours to Phakding along the Dudh Koshi River. Stay over night at a tea house.
day 2 - Trek to Namche Bazaar (3440m/11287ft)
Today after breakfast, we continue trekking along the banks of the Dudh Kosi River, crossing this majestic river many times on exciting suspension bridges laden with prayer flags.
After entering Sagamartha National Park, the trail climbs steeply and breathtaking views of Namche Bazaar, the gateway to the Everest region, come into view.
Stay overnight at a tea house.
day 3 - Rest day at Namche Bazaar
Today is a rest and acclimatization day in Namche Bazaar.
Namche is a colorful village with many wonderful and interesting shops, fabulous food and stunning views of the surrounding mountains. An early hike above town, before the clouds move in, reward trekkers with a spectacular Himalayan sunrise and views of Mt. Everest, Lhotse and Ama Dablam.
On the way down, we can visit the Sherpa Museum that houses traditional Sherpa exhibits and a fabulous photography display by a local Nepalese naturalist.
Stay overnight at a tea house.
day 4 - Trek to Tengboche (3860m/12632ft)
The trek continues along the rushing glacial waters of the Dudh Kosi with magnificent views of the mountains to keep you company.
We spend the night next to the Tengboche monastery, the spiritual center of the Khumbu region. Inside the monastery are incredibly ornate wall hangings, a 20-foot sculpture of Buddha, and the musical instruments and robes of the Lamas. With luck, our group will see the Lama perform a ceremony and hear the mystical chanting and music.
Stay overnight at a tea house.
day 5 - Trek to Dingboche (4350m/14272ft)
As we move past Tengbuche, the trail drops to Debuche, crosses another exciting suspension bridge on the Imja Khola through the rhododendron forest and climbs to Pangboche among thousands of mani stones.
Our uphill trek continues, taking us to the quaint traditional Sherpa village of Dingbuche with its exciting views of Lhotse, Island Peak, and Ama Dablam.
Stay overnight in a tea house.
day 6 - Rest day Dingboche
Today we take another rest and acclimatization day.
There is the option of taking a light hike up the valley for some beautiful photos of the valley and mountains of the Khumbu region.
day 7 - Trek to Lobuche (4910m//16109ft)
From Dingboche, the trail diverts towards the north, and the path is gradual up for about 40 -50 minutes as you come to a mani-prayer stupa. From here, the trail is gentle, with nice views of Pheriche village.
Today’s walk offers beautiful views of Mt.Tawache, Ama Dablam and Pokalde. Thugla is the only place with teahouses before Loboche. From Thugla, an hour's trek brings you to the top, where you can view Mt.Pumori and other peaks west of Everest. This is a great spot for a break.
Finally reach Lobuche for the night.
day 8 - Trek to Gorakshep(5180m/16995ft)-Everest Base Camp
After an early morning start, we ascend through the glacier to the Gorek Shep. After meals and rest, we trek to the Everest Base Camp which is located at the foot of the Khumbu Icefall.
Back to Gorakshep and say overnight at a tea house.
day 9 - Trek to Kala Pattar (5545m/18193ft)to Dzonglha (4830m)
Your guide will take you to Kala Pattar early in the morning so that you can see dramatic panoramic views of Mt Everest, Pumori, Nuptse and Ama Dablam.
Retrace back to Lobuche than take the gradual trek to Dzonglha which takes about 3 hrs.
Stay overnight at a tea house.
day 10 - Trek to Thangna (4700m//15420ft)via Chola pass (5420m)
After an early morning breakfast, you will start to trek slowly uphill to pass from where you will see magnificent views of several mountains.
This will be a difficult trek, as it goes through the glacier and rocky trails. After crossing the Pass, the trail descends all the way to Thangan. There is no tea house here, but we make sure you have packed lunch for when the hunger pangs strike.
Stay overnight at a tea house.
day 11 - Trek to Gokyo (4750m/15584ft)
After breakfast, the trek takes you across the Ngozumpa glacier. After some time, you will get to the other side of the glacier, following which the trail goes along the second lake with nice views of the mountain.
Stay overnight at a tea house.
day 12 - Full day in Gokyo
Early in the morning, your guide will take you to the Gokyo Ri (5463m) for sunrise views. From here, you will have a chance to see Mt Everest and Cho-yu as well as the humongous Na-Jumpa glacier.
Back to the hotel for breakfast, and after breakfast, you will have chance explore more lakes and natural beauty.
Stay overnight at a tea house.
day 13 - Trek to Dole (4200m/13780ft)
After wonderful time in Gokyo, the trail descends all the way to Dole via Machhermo. Today’s walk offers you wonderful views of the mountains.
Stay overnight at a tea house.
day 14 - Trek to Namche (3440m/11286ft)
After breakfast, the trail starts with big descend till Phortse Tanga, before slowly ascending to the Mongla Dada, from where it descends all the way down to Namche.
Stay overnight at a tea house.
day 15 - Trek to Lukla (2828m/9279ft)
After breakfast, you will retrace back to Lukla.
Stay overnight at a tea house.
day 16 - Fly back to Kathmandu-(1350m/4430ft)
Your guide will take you to the airport for short but scenic flight back to Kathmandu.
Upon arrival, you will be picked up and transferred to the hotel by our airport representative.
Overnight at the hotel.
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Trekking Planner = VERY RELIABLE QUALITATIVE AND PERSONAL organized
Mr. Dipak ensures a very personal approach and contact, constantly monitors everything and together with his employees he makes sure everything is arranged quickly and qualitatively! An added value that the organization consists entirely of its own people from there and that, for example, they do not exploit the carriers! A fair reliable local organization that provides a very qualitative and personal service! organizational: completely successful! The communication in advance, pick me up at the airport and EVERYTHING in between until the drop me back at the airport for the return trip: everything was arranged! By banal throat infection after the peak ascent yet with heli to hospital ... where people from the local tour operator were there to assist me, Dipak came to visit me personally and check if everything went well ... 3 days later I was in Pokhara enjoy (with antibiotics)! Good insurance is extremely important! Hint: European assistance 'world sport'. The trekking & Peak climb: A dream trip that has come true !! The guide (Gyeljan) and the wearer (Nuri) did everything to make it an unforgettable journey; two fanatic people! If necessary, adjustments could be made on site at all times. Bungee and Pokhara: completely successful! The few extra days planned with Dipak on site. In Pokhara I was welcomed and dropped off at a very pleasant hotel close to Phewa Lake.
Unforgettable experience
Beginning of this year I ve started to plan my trip to Nepal. I wanted to do a trekking tour and also some sightseeing. After some research I decided to do my trekking tour with this local operator and this was a really good decision. Dipak (the manager of this company) also help me to plan my sightseeing tour and the only thing I needed to do was to tell him what I want to see and which dates I want to come. From the first moment when I arrived in Nepal there was always someone taking care of me. I was picked up at the airport, bus stations and so on. During the sightseeing tours in Kathmandu, Pokhara and Chitwan I had really nice guides who made this time unforgettable for me. After one week of traveling in Nepal I ve started a trekking tour from Lukla to the Everest Base Camp and the Gokyo Valley including the Cho La Pass. This tour was also perfectly organized and I had the best guide I could imagine. We were always laughing and we had a lot of fun. Most evenings we spent together in the tea houses and it was great to listen to his experience in the mountains. At the end I think my trip to Nepal could not have been better and I m really thankful to Dipak and his team. If you are thinking about a trip to Nepal and you need some help with the organization I can warmly recommend the operator.
High Pass Trek
I recently completed the Everest High Pass Trek with this tour operator and it could not have been a more perfect experience. I highly recommend this company and they catered to every need.First of the owner Dipak met me at the airport and brought me to my hotel. He even walked me up to the room to make sure it was okay. He was there the next day to introduce me to my guide for the Kathmandu city tour and then walked me to the welcome dinner. He was also there to take me to the airport, and meet me on the way back after finishing the trek. He explained that his priority is the service to his clients rather than having large numbers, and this was evident. He helped me book tickets to my next destination, and even took me to the right trekking stores in Kathmandu to make sure I had everything I needed. Truly an incredible guy.As far as the trek I was a bit hesitant at first to do it alone (had a great guide, Khila and amazing porter Hare). For me it was the best decision that ever happened because I got to go my pace which ended up being quite quick. I watched as other large companies treated their groups almost like cattle and people had to wait in the cold for 30-45 minutes for everyone to catch up. The great thing about this company is they cater the trek to any group size and are very flexible. During the trek I fell in love with Ama Dablam mountain, and my guide Khila allowed us to change the schedule so we could go to basecamp. Also along the way we were able to move around days and for me combine some things to make the days a bit longer since I completed things so quickly.The ability of a company to cater to their clients and be so flexible is SO IMPORTANT on a trek. Everyone has a different trekking style and this company teaches their guides to adjust the trek to 100% satisfy the clients. I had several people along the way say they wish they had known about this operator and I think there is no better sign than that. Accommodation and meals were always provided for in a timely fashion on the trek and it worked seamlessly.The actual high pass trek is so incredible it is hard to describe without experiencing it yourself. The high passes can be challenging, but more rewarding for me than Everest Base Camp or any other part. The views are phenomenal for anyone up for a bit of adventure this is the trek for you. It allows you to get away from the crowds for a while, and to feel the beauty of the Himalayas.
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