Tour Overview

Everest Base Camp Gokyo trek, the most challenging and exciting trek in the Everest Region. It follows the route via high pass called Chola Pass at 5420 meters into Mt. Everest Base Camp (5364m). Trekking to Gokyo – Chola Pass & Everest Base Camp begins with an amazing flight to Lukla. From Lukla, you will walk uphill slowly following the trail to the Dudh Kosi ( ‘River of Milk’), and all through forests of rhododendron, pine, and magnolia. After few hours of trekking, you will eventually reach Namche Bazaar (3,340 m) and spend one more day at Namche Bazaar which is the amusing capital of Sherpa’s for adjustment and alternative hike inside Namche. After spending some time there you will visit other Sherpa villages such as Phortse Tanga and Machhermo before heading for Gokyo Lakes.

After reaching Gokyo Lake you climb Gokyo Ri (5369m) and from the top of Gokyo Ri you will enjoy stunning peaks of different mountains such as Mt. Everest, Mt. Cho Oyo, Mt. Makalu, Mt. Nuptse, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Thamserku, Mt Ama Dablam, Mt. Kangtega ,Mt. Cholatse, and many others. Crossing Chola Pass (5420m)you reach Dzonglaand continuously move towards Gorakshep and Kala Pattar (5545m.). From Kala Pattar, you enjoy an impressive up-close view of Mt. Everest. Then, next day morning you trek to Everest Base Camp. When you return from Everest Base Camp you follow the route through Pangboche and Namche Bazaar. While on trek you will enjoy the incredible mountain scenery until you reach Lukla airstrip. Next day morning you take a flight back to Kathmandu.

Everest Base Camp Trekking is popular for every traveler and group alike. It gives a complete scenario of different flora and fauna, rural lifestyle of the Sherpa people, Buddhism, monasteries and spectacular mountain scenery.

Itinerary

  • Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu.
  • Day 02: Kathmandu city tour
  • Day 03: Fly to Lukla (2840m) & trek to Phakding (2610 m) 3 – 4 hrs
  • Day 04: Trek Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3340m.)
  • Day 05: Rest day in Namche Bazaar
  • Day 06: Trek Namche Bazaar to Dole (4,110 m) 6 –7 hrs
  • Day 07: Trek Dole to Machherma (4470m) 4 – 5 hrs
  • Day 08: Trek Machhermo to Gokyo (4790m) 4 – 5 hrs
  • Day 09: Gokyo Valley: Acclimatization Day – Optional Hike to Lakes
  • Day 10: Climb Gokyo Ri (5357 m) & trek to Thagnag (4750m) 4 – 5 hrs
  • Day 11: Crossover Chola Pass (5367 m) and trek to Dzongla (4830m) 7 – 8 hrs
  • Day 12: Trek Dzongla to Lobuche (4940m) 2 – 3 hrs
  • Day 13: Trek to Gorakshep (5170m), onward to Everest Base Camp (5364m) Gorakshep 8 – 9 Hrs
  • Day 14: Climb to Kala Pattar (5545 m) & descend to Pheriche (4280 m) 8 – 9 hrs   
  • Day 15: Trek Pheriche to Pangboche -Tengboche – Namche Bazaar   5 – 6 Hrs
  • Day 16: Trek Namche Bazaar to Lukla
  • Day 17: Fly back Lukla to Kathmandu & transfer to hotel
  • Day 18: Final departure 

Includes

  • Domestic and international pick up and drove
  • 3 nights accommodation in Kathmandu with breakfast
  • Three meals during the trek like breakfast, lunch & dinner
  • All necessary paper works and Sagarmatha National Park entry permit
  • All accommodations in lodges/tea houses during the trek.
  • TIMS (trekker's information management system) cards
  • An experienced, helpful, friendly and English speaking trekking Guide
  • Necessary porters (1 porter for 2 people) each porter carries 25 kg
  • Salary, Food, Drinks, Accommodation, domestic flight & Insurance of our trekking guide
  • Salary, Food, Drinks, Accommodation, and Insurance for porters from Lukla
  • Medical supplies (first aid kit will be available).
  • Farewell dinner at the last night in Kathmandu
  • Applicable government and local taxes 
  • Official T-shirt

Not Included

  • Nepal entry visa fees. 
  • International airfare and airport tax.
  • Your Travel/Medical insurance
  • Lunch & dinner in Kathmandu and Pokhara
  • Hot shower while on the trek. 
  • Single supplements in hotels in Kathmandu and Pokhara.
  • Optional trips not specified in the itinerary
  • Tipping to guide and porter
  • Battery Charges (Available during the trek with Extra cost)
  • Personal trekking equipment
  • Drinks (including tea) and Bar Bill (beverage)
  • Laundry service
  • Helicopter evacuation/rescue in case of emergency
  • Tips & Gratuities for trekking guide & porter (s)