Everest Base Camp – Cho La pass & Gokyo Lake Trek-18 days

After an early breakfast, we will take a scenic flight to Lukla, which offers breathtaking views of the Himalayas. Upon arrival in Lukla, we will meet our porters and start our trek to Phakding. The trail descends towards the Dudh Koshi River and passes through beautiful forests, small villages, and suspension bridges. We will stay overnight in Phakding.

After breakfast, we will begin our trek to Namche Bazaar, the gateway to the Everest region. The trail passes through beautiful rhododendron forests and crosses several suspension bridges before reaching Namche Bazaar. We will stay overnight in a teahouse in Namche Bazaar.

On the Everest Base Camp Trek, the first acclimatization day will be spent in Namche Bazaar. Namche Bazaar is the primary trading center in the Everest Region and you can purchase trekking gear and handicrafts there. We will also take a hike to the Sherpa Cultural Museum, Syanboche Airport (the highest airport in Nepal), and Hotel Everest View, which offers stunning views of Everest and other nearby locations.

After breakfast, we will continue our trek to Tengboche, which is famous for its ancient monastery and stunning views of Mt. Everest, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Ama Dablam, and other peaks. Along the way, we will pass through several small villages and cross the Dudh Koshi River. We will stay overnight in a teahouse in Tengboche.

Today, we will trek to Dingboche, a beautiful village located in the Imja Valley. The trail passes through dense forests of birch, conifers, and rhododendron trees, with panoramic views of the Himalayan mountains. We will stay overnight in a teahouse in Dingboche.

This will be our first 5000+m mountain on this trek. Rather than easy hike with no sleep slopes. On the top, we will stand just right front of the majestic Ama Dablam mountain, Mt.lhotse (8,516 m ), Mt.makalu (8,481 m ) and After SUMMITING we will safety return to DINGBOCHE.

The route continues to climb a short ridge above Pheriche village. You will continue walking alongside the Khumbu Glacier and ascend to the Thukla hills. Further, passing by the memorials of the climbers, continue to walk to LOBUCHE village.

This is the day! When we fulfil our dream to stand right at the foot of the world’s greatest mountain! It really is like in movies, if not more beautiful and majestic to see Sagarmatha in person. And beingbm closest possible to the flow of Khumbu Icefall, it is an extraordinary, unique, well deserved…just higher level experience! We will have time here to take amazing pictures, and admire the landscape, before returning to GORAK SHEP for the night.

We will start early in the morning and hike to Kala Patthar, which offers stunning views of Mt. Everest and the surrounding peaks. As part of this unique trekking route, today we will separate from the commonly used trekking route and head into Dzongla route and enjoy stunning views of the valley and the Khumbu Glacier. We will stay overnight in a teahouse in Dzongla.

The day commences with an easy walk across a flat rock and through an arid valley, leading to a challenging ascent towards Cho La Pass. This physically demanding route, which requires crampons for slippery glaciers and loose icy rocks, is not only suitable for experienced hikers but also presents a formidable challenge for beginners.

After Cho La Pass, the descent to Thangna takes us through the remote village of Phedi. This 4-5 hour trek covers mixed terrains with steep inclines, offering mesmerizing views of snow-capped peaks and rugged hills.

Today is a challenging day as we will trek through the Cho La Pass, which requires some technical skills and experience. After crossing the pass, we will reach Gokyo, a beautiful village located near the Gokyo Lakes. We will stay overnight in a teahouse in Gokyo.

Today, we will hike to Gokyo Ri, which offers panoramic views of the Gokyo Lakes, Mt. Everest, and other surrounding peaks. After enjoying the views, we will return to Gokyo for the night.

After breakfast, we will start our trek back to Dole, passing through beautiful landscapes and enjoying the views of the Himalayas. We will stay overnight in a teahouse in Dole.

Today, we will trek to Namche Bazaar, retracing our steps back through the same trail we took earlier. We will stay overnight in a teahouse in Namche Bazaar.

Today, we will start our journey back to Lukla. We will leave Namche Bazaar after breakfast and follow the same trail that we took during our ascent. The trail passes through several villages and offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains. We will reach Lukla by the evening and spend the night there.

In the morning, we will catch a flight back to Kathmandu or Manthali (Ramechhap) depending on the availability of flights. The flight back offers a bird’s eye view of the mountains, and it’s a fitting end to our trek. Once we reach Kathmandu, we will check into our hotel and spend the rest of the day relaxing or exploring the city.

Today, you can take a rest day in Kathmandu, explore the city, or engage in some last-minute shopping or sightseeing. You can also opt for an optional tour or activity as per your preference.

If you desire to prolong your stay in Nepal, we provide well-known trips to Pokhara, Chitwan National Park, and other cultural heritage tours. Furthermore, we offer outbound tours to Tibet, India, and Bhutan. Lastly, you will relish a farewell dinner at a fancy restaurant to conclude your journey.

Today is the last day of our trip, and we will depart for our home country. We will be dropped off at the airport by our guide and take back memories that will last a lifetime. We hope that this trip has been a memorable one for you, and we look forward to welcoming you back to Nepal for your next adventure.