Main Info
As we combine Gokyo lake trek and classic Everest basecamp with a non-technical Cho- la pass gives unparalleled trek circuit of the Everest region. We trek through the Gokyo valley, climb Gokyo Ri and Kalapattar, which gives us immense opportunity to see the Highest peak of the Worlds. Everest, cho oyu , Lotse, Nuptse , Pumori and Ama Dablam are in front of our sight. It feels like we can touch them. The sun rise from Kalaphattar can’t be explain by words. The walk to Everest base camp and famous Khumbu Glacier will always remain in our memories. Let’s not forget the Sherpa village, their culture, Monasteries and Mani along our trek, which provides us a truly unforgettable experience.
Highlight of trek:
- Explore the Gokyo valley with its blue turquoise lake and Gokyo Ri
- Stunning crossing of Cho la pass with Cho Oyo on the Tibet Boarder
- The famous Everest Base camp and the Kalapattar
- Visit Oldest monasteries of Khumbu region, Tengboche and Pangboche
- Sherpa village of Thame, Khumjung and Namche Bazar
- Level of Trek: Moderate
- Best Period: April – May & October – December
- Duration: 14 Days
- Number of walking days: 9
- Highest Altitude: 4130 Meters
- Accommodation: Hotel in Kathmandu & Lodge during trek
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Domestic flight from Kathmandu – Lukla – Kathmandu ($360)
Itinerary
Welcome at Airport, transfer at Hotel
In the evening Briefing at Hotel
We have an early morning flight to airstrip at Lukla. The airport was established by Sir Edmund Hillary to help access to Everest region. Once we arrive at lukla, we meet our staff and prepare for the trek.
We head downhill towards the Dudh Koshi, a river that follows through the highest peak. The trail descend down to the village chaurikharka, passing through the fields of potatoes, Buck wheat and rows of Dahila trees. We arrive at Pharding village.
Walking Hour: 2h30min
Elevation Positive: + 50m
Elevation Negative: - 200m
Accommodation: Lodge
Our journey starts walking through the pine forest, terraced fields and variety of corps. We cross the Dudh kosi multiple times with suspension bridge. We walk through the many mani wall, Litho Mani (Dhunga pani), where the mantra OM MANI PADME HUM is well inscribe. It can be translate as “the lotus flower is the Jewel”. The mantra is chanted by Buddhist while walking left of the mani. On the way to Namche we have a spectacular view of Kusam Khangaru (6369m) to the east. Further along the trail, across the valley to the North-West, Nupla (5885 m) and Kongde Ri (6093 m) rise above the forested ridges. At a turn of the trail, Thamserku (6808 m) rises majestically, seemingly from the river floor. After crossing the suspension bridge on Dudh Koshi, we begin ascend to Namche Bazar.
Walking hour: 6 hours
Elevation Positive: +900m
Elevation Negative: -100m
Accommodation: Lodge
Today is our Acclimatization day in Namche Bazar. In order to acclimate in Altitude we need to take a rest. So we have a small hike to Khumjung valley. We visit the monastery and Hillary school.
Walking hour: 3 hour
Visit to Khumjung village
Accommodation: Lodge
Our trek to the Phortse Tange, we have a spectacular view of Ama Dablam, Lotshe, Nuptse on our way. The trail start with a gradual ascend to the sanasa and khanjuma village. Our trail branch off left as we ascend to Monjo. From here we can see the Phortse village in front of us. The village is dominated by its monastery on top. We descend down to the confluence of Dudh Kosi and Imja khola across the valley isThangboche Monastery.
Afternoon section, an optional walk up the ridge through the rhododendron forest will bring us to the village of Phortse. The village is renowned for Mountaineering.
Walking hour: 5 hours
Elevation Positive: +650m
Elevation Negative: -350m
Accommodation: Lodge
The trail follow the Dudh Kosi towards its source Ngozumba glacier. A steep climb through the dwarf rhododendron forest, fir amd red birch gets us to the Gokyo Valley. We see fewer trekkers since we leave the mail trail. The relative isolation of the trail is a pleasure. We arrive at Dole. The view of Tabouche and Cholatse is amazing. Continuing a steady but constant climb, we reach the "village" of Machhermo. Like the few small villages in this valley, Machhermo has only a few buildings and these are empty much of the year.
Walking Hour: 5 - 6 hours
Elevation Positive: + 850m
Accommodation: Lodge
We follow the valley above the river, we ascent to the Gokyo village. The view of Cholatse and Tabouche to the east is amazing. We arrive in the High alpine region, we approach the Ngozumpa Glacier and trek on the Moraine and rock. We enjoy the excellent view of Cho Oyo to the North. After a while we reach the first water body Longpangu Tsho, before reaching the Taboche and Gokyo a larger water body. The lake is also a place where migrating birds are often seen swimming on their annual migrations to and from Tibet.
Walking Hour: 5 hours
Elevation: +300m
Accommodation: Lodge
Early morning, we hike to the famous Gokyo Ri, it a steep climb of 2 to 3 hours. You will be thrilled when you reached the summit with its Spectacular view. The mountain range surrounding us are Cho Oyu (8153m), Gyangchung Kang (7922 m), Lhotse (8501 m), Makalu (8475 m), Cholatse (6440 m), Taweche (6542 m), Kantega (6685 m), Thamserku (6808 m), Lobuche (6145 m) and Mt Everest (8848 m). The distinct color of Gokyo Lake below gives the best Picture of the trek.
Afternoon, we leave Gokyo towards Thangnak on a trail that passes through a section of the glacier. It's a beautiful hike from Gokyo. We are at the foot of Cho La.
Walking hour: 6 hrs
Elevation Positive: 700m
Elevation Negative: 500m
Accommodation: Lodge
We start early in the morning, advantage we have a long and steady day a head to the pass. It might take up to 5 hours to the pass, depending on the snow condition. Once we reach the pass, we have a pleasant moment. It’s time to explore the highest peaks in the works. The moment can’t be describe in the words. The sense of achievement we have in the pass. Finally we descend to Dzongla, the first part is on a flat snow surface.
Walking hour: 7 hours
Elevation Positive: 770m
Elevation Negative: 640m
Accommodation: Lodge
We welcome the sunrise from Dzongla with a spectacular view of Cholatse and Amadablam. The trail descend down above the village of chola and continue past the Cholatse Lake. After a small ascend, we have a beautiful view of Khumbu valley. We arrive at Thukla. From here we follow the classic base camp trail. After a step climb of Thokla pass, we have a beautiful view of Pumori , Khumbtse and Lingtren. We arrive at Lobuche village.
Walking Hour: 5 hours
Elevation Positive: 220m
Elevation Negative: 150m
Accommodation: Lodge
We are above 5000m, walk slow and steady. We walk on the moraine of changri glacier and alongside the Khumbu Glacier. The path winds over the rocky moraine towards the settlement of Gorak Shep. We are on high altitude, among the glaciers of the world's highest peaks.
On our arrival at Gorak Shep we have an early lunch before we commence our trek to Everest Base Camp. During the expedition season (April, May and June) many expedition group can be seen at base camp.
Walking hour: 3hours + 4 hours (Everest base camp)
Elevation Positive: + 300m
Elevation Negative: - 300m
Accommodation: Lodge
Kalapatar which can be translate literally as Black rock. It’s a hill above the Gorakshep, from there the views are spectacular. Early morning we hike to kalapatar, the sunrise on the Everest and other peak is majestic. We find ourselves at the center of huge amphitheater surrounded by the highest peak of the world.
Then we descend down to Dingboche for the overnight.
Walking Hour: 8-9 hour
Elevation Positive: +460m
Elevation Negative: -1375m
Accommodation: Lodge
We gradually descend down the Imja valley to Pangboche village. Further we cross the Imja River on the suspension bridge. We continue our trek walking through the Rhododnedron and Birch forest and arrive our destination Tengboche Monastery.
Walking hour: 6 hours
Elevation Positive: + 200 m
Elevation Negative: - 700m
Accommodation: Lodge
The trail descend to the phuku tenka, we cross the river and climb the rhododendron forest. We arrive at sanasa and kangjuma village. This might be the last time we see the higher mountain as we descend down. We arrive at Namche Bazar, walk through the Bazar and descend to the Monjo village.
Walking Hour: 6 hours
Elevation positive: +450m
Elevation Negative: - 1400m
Accommodation: Lodge
Retrace the path we follow. We pass through the different settlements and forests before a gentle climb to Lukla village. The last evening a perfect time to celebrate with the staff.
Walking Hour: 5 -6 hours
Elevation positive: +250m
Elevation Negative: -250m
Accommodation: Lodge
Flight from Lukla to Kathmandu, visit to Bhaktapur
We will Bauddhanath, Pashupatinath and Patan
Transfer to Airport for the departure
