Gokyo trek via Everest Base camp

19 Days
Activity:
  • Gokyo trek via Everest Base camp
  • Gokyo trek via Everest Base camp
  • Gokyo trek via Everest Base camp
  • Gokyo trek via Everest Base camp

Overview

Everest Base Camp (5,360 m.) is the base camp of Highest Mountain (8,850 m.) in the world. It falls inside Sagarmatha National Park. The Trek starts with flight from Kathmandu to Lukla from where the journey continues through Phading along the Dud Kosi River and world famous Namche Bazar (3,435 m.) the settlement of popular Sherpa people of high land. This route goes through the villages like Khumjung, Khunde, Pangboche and Dengboche above 4,000 m. The trek goes upwards to Everest Base Camp at Kalapathar (5,545 m.) and then to Cho la Pass (5,420m) into the Gokyo valley. Beautiful lakes and Ngozumpa Glacier Gokyo ri (5,360 m.) are distinguishing destinations. Now you can trek back to Namche and Lukla all the way through the beautiful pine and rhododendron forest and a beautiful waterfall. Around this trek you can enjoy a beautiful view of the high Himalaya range in Khumbu Region including Everest (8,850 m.) Lotse, Cho oyu (8,188 m.), Amadoblem and other many mountain.
 
Trip Highlight
 

  • Everest Base Camp (5,360 m.),
  • Kalapathhar (5,545 m.),
  • Cho la Pass (5,420 m.),
  • Gokyo valley (4,790 m.),
  • Gokyo lake and
  • Gokyo Ri (5,360 m.)

Fitness level Moderate
Trip Duration 19 Days
Activity Nepal Trekking
Accommodation Tea House
Start - End Lukla in khumbu Region - Lukla in Khumbu Region
Group Size Min 2 Px
Max. Altitude 5420 m
Trip Season Any Season(Autumn and Spring is Recommended)

Day 01: Arrival at Kathmandu and Evening welcome Dinner

After you arrive at TIA Kathmandu, our representative member will be waiting for you with some warm welcome. Then you will be transferred to the hotel. At night you can enjoy the nightlife of Thamel which is the main tourist hub of Nepal.

Day 02: Flight to Lukla (2840m) and Trek to Phakding (2610m)

On an early morning, we’ll have a short flight towards Lukla. The flight will be filled with the beautiful sceneries of snow-covered mountains, green hills, and some rivers. After a flight, we’ll have lunch at Lukla then start our trek towards Phakding.

Day 03: Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3440m) 

Our day starts with a warm breakfast at Phakding. Now our trail leads us through the bank of Dudh Koshi river and Monjo village. Now we’ll enter the biggest sherpa’s village of Nepal known as Namche Bazaar where we’ll have our overnight.

Day 04: Acclimatization day in Namche Bazaar 

As we are getting higher the altitude changes and the climate also so to get attached with the higher altitude we’ll rest for 1 day at Namche Bazaar and we’ll explore the surroundings.

At night you can enjoy the different cuisines which are available in this area.

Day 05: Namche Bazaar to Tengboche (3860m)

Now our trail begins through the dense Juniper forest and some small settlements of Sherpa’s on the way. You can also discover the marvelous views of the mountains. Then you’ll arrive at Tengboche where you’ll have your overnight.

Day 06: Tengboche to Dingboche (4410m) 

Our day starts with the delicate breakfast at Tengboche then we’ll continue our trek towards Dingboche. In a way, you will be blessed with a beautiful glimpse of the thanka painting, Ura painting, and architectural delicacy. Then we’ll reach in summer valley Dingboche.

Day 07: Acclimatization day in Dingboche

Again this is the rest and exploration day at Dingboche. It is the best place for trekking where you can discover the art, Buddhist statues, and stupas. Or you can trek Nangkar Tshang. Overnight at Dingboche.

Day 08: Dingboche to Chhukung (4750m) climb Chhukung Ri (5546m) 

It will be an awesome shot day trek up to chhukung. In a way, you can discover a beautiful mountain all around. After reaching Chhukung we’ll now climb up for Chhukung Ri. it would be a 4-5 hours trek towards Chhukung Ri.

Day 09: Cross to Kongma La pass (5535m) trek to Lobuche (4940m)

After breakfast, our trail starts. As we are getting higher our challenges for trekking will also be increasing. This would be a challenging day for you because the pass is high and gradual slope upwards over grass. Then we’ll arrive at Lobuche.

Day 10: Lobuche to gorak shep (5170m), visit EBC (5364m) 

After having a delicate breakfast at Lobuche we’ll start our trek with a beautiful view of mountains and glaciers. We’ll travel through the narrow gaps of mountains and from a rocky path that leads us towards the Gorakshep. Then we’ll start our trek towards EBC and after reaching the EBC again we’ll drop down to Gorakshep.

Day 11: Gorak shep to kala patthar (5545m) and back to lobuche  (4940m) 

The day starts with breakfast and starts our trail towards Kala Patthar. On a journey, you will discover the gleaming view of the world’s highest mountain Everest along with other mountains. After reaching the viewpoint we’ll return back to Lobuche.

Day 12: Lobuche to Dzongla (4830m) 

After having early morning breakfast we’ll start our trek towards the Dzongla. Trek towards Dzongla will be tough but it would be worth the effort. Then we’ll have our lunch on the way and then walk back down the valley past Lobuche, to Dzongla.

Day 13: Trek to thagnak (4700m) via Cho La pass (5368m)

Our trail leads us through the Cho La Pass. In a way, we can see the marvelous view of 360 mountains and cold air will make you energetic. Then we’ll reach Thagnak and enjoy our dinner.

Day 14: Trek to Gokyo (4790m) 

After breakfast, we’ll start our trek towards Gokyo. It will be a 5-hour long trek towards Gokyo. On a way will be blessed with the view of an attractive view of mountains rivers. Then after reaching our destination we’ll have our dinner and overnight.

Day 15: Rest day in Gokyo

On our rest day, we’ll acclimatize the Gokyo and climb Gokyo Ri and then visit the 4th and 5th lakes of Gokyo which would be a 3-4 hour long journey. Then after visiting we’ll return back to Gokyo. Overnight at Gokyo. 

Day 16: Gokyo to Dole

After breakfast, we’ll start our trail towards the beautiful village Dole. On the way, you will be blessed with the awesome views of snow-covered mountains which energies us for continuing our trekking. Then we’ll enjoy our dinner at Dole.

Day 17: Dole to Namche bazaar

Our day starts with a warm and delicious breakfast at Dole. We’ll have an amazing 6-hour trek towards Namche Bazaar our trail leads us through the Khumjung village while walking on an Mt. Amadablam. Once we reach Namche Bazaar we’ll enjoy our night there.

Day 18: Namche bazaar to lukla

After breakfast, we’ll leave Namche bazaar and start moving towards the Lukla. Our trail leads us through the high suspension bridge and then we’ll cross some small settlements of sherpas.

Day 19: Lukla to Kathmandu

Today we’ll have our flight towards Kathmandu. We’ll have an early flight because of the weather. It would be an awesome 35-minute flight with the beautiful scenery of mountains and hills. Overnight at Kathmandu.

Day 19: Drive to international airport and Departure

As it is the last day of your journey to Nepal. So after grabbing some breakfast you can go for shopping or explore the valley before departure. Then you’ll be transferred to TIA Kathmandu with some good farewell.

INCLUDED

√ Airport pick up and drop by  private vehicle

√ Welcome dinner at typical Nepali Restaurant

√ Private Guided tour in Kathmandu Valley

√ 3 Nights Hotel in Kathmandu with Breakfast

√ Kathmandu Lukla Kathmandu Flight fare to Client and Guide Porter

√ One English Speaking Govt. License holder Trekking Guide

√ Trekking Permit and TIMS permit

√ Trekking Porters (2 clients = 1 Porter)

√ Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner with hot drinks during treks

√ Insurance for all staffs

√ First Aid Kit

Not Included

× International flight and Nepal Visa Fee

× Meals in Kathmandu  except  Breakfast

× Personal expenses (Laundry, phone calls, dry foods, cold drinks, bar bills,    etc)

× Temple/Monastery entrance fees

× Extra night of Accommodation and extra days of the trek

× Additional activities (Safari-Bungee-Paragliding-Rafting and so on.)

× Travel Insurance and rescue

× Late arrival and late departure extra night

× Tip to Guide and Porters

 

Price:$1635

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