Gokyo To Everest Base Camp Trek 15 Days
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Gokyo To Everest Base Camp Trek
Gokyo to Everest Base Camp Trek is famous for its spectacular mountain peaks and the loyal and friendly Sherpas, the Everest region, also known as the Khumbu region, is one of the most popular destinations for tourists in Nepal.
- You will have an extraordinary exploration of the mountain area’s pine and rhododendron forests.
- Enjoy breathtaking sights of the world’s highest peaks, including Mt. Everest (8848 m), Mt. Lhotse (8516 m), Mt. Cho-Oyu (8188 m), Mt. Nuptse (7861 m), and many more.
- Climb around 5,000 meters of altitude and have a farsight of 8,848 meters of Mount Everest.
- Discover the critical cultural essence and customs of Sherpas living in the Himalayan region.
- Walk through the challenging trails of Cho La Pass.
- The Gokyo to Everest Base Camp Trek.
This trek is one of the most popular choices of almost all trekkers. It covers not only Everest Base Camp but also Lukla, Namche Bazar, and Tengboche as the whole Solukhumbu district.
With some nice peaks (like Gokyo Ri or Kala Patthar). EBC and Gokyo via Cho La Pass itinerary are among Nepal’s most famous treks, one of the most severe in the Himalayan mountains and Sherpa country. One of the goals of this expedition is the Everest Base Camp an elevation of 5364m and Kala Patthar 5545m.
The walking time will be about 5-6 hrs per day. We start the trek from Lukla after 30 minutes flight from Kathmandu. Reaching Everest Base Camp also marks the turnaround point of the tour. So we’ll slowly begin our descent, eventually reaching Lukla and Kathmandu, where it all started.
Everet Base Camp is famous for its spectacular mountain peaks and loyal and friendly Sherpas. The Everest region, also known as the Khumbu region, is one of the most popular destinations for tourists in Nepal.
How does Gokyo Chola Pass differ?
You will be trekking on the trails near waterfalls, un-spoilt Buddhist monasteries, and through the enchanting Sherpa villages on your way to Everest Base Camp.
The Everest Base Camp Trek 14 days trek also allows you to trek up to Kala Patthar, a 5554-meter peak on the way to Everest Base Camp, which is a great vantage point for magnificent views of the southwest face of Mt Everest and other surrounding Himalayan Mountains such as Mt. Nuptse and Mt. Lhotse.
After your hike up to Kala Patthar, the trail takes you along the Khumbu Glacier to the foot of Everest. You’ll finally reach the magnificent Everest Base Camp, where climbers plan their summit attempts.
Nepal Lion Treks offers one of the most reasonable packages for this fabulous trip to Everest. This trip combines with other trekking routes, which require professional guidance; our experts will look over your well-being throughout the journey. Moreover, you can immediately send an inquiry if you’re interested in our team for this beautiful trip.
Trip Highlights
- ☞Cho-La Pass is one of the most challenging treks in Nepal.
- ☞Over 100,000 trekkers visit Everest Base Camp every year.
- ☞Sherpas are also called the “Kings of the Himalayas.”
- ☞You can use high-speed internet even at the Everest Base Camp.
- ☞Mount Everest is called Sagarmatha in Nepali and Chomolungma in Tibetan.
- ☞The Gokyo Lake is the world’s highest freshwater lake system, with six leading lakes.
What's Included
Included Services
- ✓Airport pickup and drop services on a private vehicle
- ✓Transportation from Kathmandu to Lukla and back to Kathmandu(by flight)
- ✓Food all along the trip(Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and a cup of coffee or tea) and accommodations during the trip in hotels with family environment
- ✓One licensed trekking guide speaking English, Chinese, Korean, or Hindi, and Nepali
- ✓Transportation, food, accommodation and insurance of Guide during the trip
- ✓Down jacket, all-season sleeping bag, duffel bag and trekking map(in case if you dont have your own. Down jacket, sleeping bag and duffel bag must be returned after completion of the trip)
- ✓All the required permits and paperworks
- ✓First Aid Medical Kit(Carried by the guide)
- ✓A nation-wide operated Mobile SIM Card and a map of the trekking region
- ✓Welcome or farewell dinner in Kathmandu at a cultural restaurant(complimentary)
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- ✓Porter
Optional Addons
Excluded Services
- ✗International Airfare
- ✗Visa Charges
- ✗Hotel Expenses(In Kathmandu)
- ✗Your travel and medical insurance
- ✗Personal Expenses such as shopping, bar bills, hot shower, telephone, laundry, titbits etc
- ✗Food and accommodations in Kathmandu
- ✗Services not mentioned or not promised by the agent/agency
- ✗Emergency expenses such as expenses on charted helicoptor.
Detailed Itinerary
More Information
How many km to walk to Everest Base Camp?
The trekking distance to Everest Base Camp varies depending on the specific route and starting point. The most common route, beginning from Lukla, covers approximately 65 kilometers (40 miles) one way. This distance is typically covered throughout about 9 to 12 days, allowing for acclimatization and a gradual ascent in the high-altitude region.
Can you see Everest from Gokyo Ri?
Yes, Gokyo Ri, a peak in the Gokyo Valley in the Everest region, offers stunning panoramic views of several Himalayan peaks, including Mount Everest. From the summit of Gokyo Ri, trekkers can witness the majestic Everest and other prominent peaks like Lhotse, Makalu, and Cho Oyu, creating a breathtaking mountain vista.
Gokyo to Everest base camp trek price?
The cost of the Gokyo to Everest Base Camp trek in Nepal can vary depending on factors such as the trekking agency, the specific route taken, the duration of the tour, and the services included. The average cost ranges from $1,500 to $3,000 per person. This typically covers permits, guides, accommodation, meals, and other logistical expenses. Prices can fluctuate, so checking with trekking agencies for the most current information is advisable.
What type of physical fitness is required to undertake the Gokyo Chola Pass Everest Base Camp Trek?
The Everest Base Camp itself is a challenging trek. Thus, adding Gokyo Chola Pass to this trek increases its difficulty by a lot. Being Considered a strenuous trek, you will be requiring a good level of physical fitness. Trekkers should be able to hike for 5-7 hours a day, sometimes more for several days in a row. Moreover, before trekking this trek, it is expected from a trekker to have prior trek experience at such an altitude. In addition, consulting your doctor before taking on this trek will be a great idea.
What is the maximum altitude reached during the trek?
The Gokyo Chola Pass Everest Base Camp trek takes you to a stunning altitude of 5,545 meters at the summit of Kala Patthar. This is the same altitude as Everest Base Camp, but at the same time, the number of days you spend on such altitudes is more in this trek. Also, the challenging Chola Pass settles at an altitude of 5420 meters.
How long does the trek typically take to complete?
The Gokyo Chola Pass Everest Base Camp Trek usually takes 15+ days to complete. This depends upon the itinerary you choose. But usually, this trek is completed in 15 days. This includes days such as acclimatization days, rest days, and flight days. The Gokyo Chola Pass trek is more difficult than the typical Everest Base Camp and takes more days to complete.
The Gokyo Chola Pass Everest Base Camp Trek takes around 16-18 days to complete. This includes acclimatization days and time for rest.
