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Everest Base Camp, Cho La Pass & Gokyo Trek
The Everest Base Camp, Cho La Pass & Gokyo Trek is one of the most adventurous and scenic high-altitude journeys in the Himalayas, offering a perfect blend of natural beauty, cultural richness, and mountaineering challenge. This trek takes you deep into the heart of the Khumbu region, starting from the historic mountain airstrip at Lukla and winding through vibrant Sherpa villages like Namche Bazaar, Tengboche, and Dingboche, with spectacular views of towering peaks including Everest, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, and Nuptse. After visiting the iconic Everest Base Camp (5,364m) and summiting Kala Patthar (5,545m) for a stunning sunrise over the world’s highest mountains, the adventure continues westward over the icy and challenging Cho La Pass (5,420m). The route then enters the secluded Gokyo Valley, home to a series of sacred turquoise lakes nestled beneath the sixth-highest peak, Cho Oyu. A final ascent of Gokyo Ri (5,360m) reveals panoramic Himalayan vistas, including four 8,000-meter giants: Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, and Cho Oyu. This trek is ideal for experienced trekkers seeking a challenging yet incredibly rewarding Himalayan experience, with a rich mix of landscapes, culture, and altitude achievement.
Trip Info
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Domestic Flight: Ramechhap – Lukla – Ramechhap Ground Transfer: Private vehicle for airport and Ramechhap transfers
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Good physical fitness required Prior hiking/trekking experience recommended Daily walking: 5–8 hours on rugged trails
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Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM), Kathmandu
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Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM), Kathmandu
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Guided lodge-based trekking (Tea House Trek) Available as a small group or private trek
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English-speaking guide Other languages available on request
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3 meals per day during the trek (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner with tea/coffee) Breakfast in Kathmandu Welcome and farewell dinner in Kathmandu
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Sagarmatha National Park Permit •Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality Permit (Trek Card) Most trekking agencies will arrange these on your behalf.
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5,545 meters / 18,192 feet (Kala Patthar) 5,420 meters / 17,782 feet (Cho La Pass)
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Minimum: 1 person Maximum: 18 people (per group)
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2 nights in Kathmandu (Tourist standard hotel with breakfast) 14 nights in trekking lodges (Twin-sharing tea house accommodation)
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15
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60
Itinerary
- Pickup from Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA)
- Transfer to hotel in Thamel
- Pre-trek briefing and gear check
- Accommodation: Hotel in Kathmandu
- Meals: None
- Early morning transfer to Ramechhap Airport (Manthali)
- Scenic flight to Lukla (~35 min)
- Begin trek through pine forests along the Dudh Koshi River
- Pass Chheplung, Thado Koshi, and Ghat villages
- Trek Time: 3–4 hours | Distance: ~8 km
- Accommodation: Teahouse in Phakding
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Cross suspension bridges, including Hillary Bridge
- Enter Sagarmatha National Park at Monjo
- Steep climb to Namche with Everest view (weather permitting)
- Trek Time: 6–7 hours | Distance: ~10–12 km
- Accommodation: Teahouse in Namche
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Acclimatization Day in Namche
- Hike to Everest View Hotel (3,880m) and/or Khumjung village
- Visit Sherpa museum or local gompa
- Optional: Coffee with Everest view at Syangboche
- Trek Time: 3–4 hours | Distance: ~5 km
- Accommodation: Teahouse in Namche
- Gradual climb to Sanasa and descent to Phunki Tenga
- Final steep ascent to Tengboche Monastery down 20 minet
- Visit the monastery
- Trek Time: 5–6 hours | Distance: ~10 km
- Accommodation: Teahouse in Debuche
- Descend through rhododendron forests
- Pass Pangboche, Somare, and Orsho
- Views of Ama Dablam, Lhotse, Island Peak
- Trek Time: 5–6 hours | Distance: ~11 km
- Accommodation: Teahouse in Dingboche
- Optional hike to Nangkartshang Peak (5,083m)
- Rest and hydrate for next altitude gain
- Trek Time: 3–4 hours | Distance: ~5 km (optional)
- Accommodation: Teahouse in Dingboche
- Gradual ascent to Dughla (Thukla)
- Climb to Thukla Pass memorial site for fallen climbers
- Walk along glacial moraine toward Lobuche
- Trek Time: 5–6 hours | Distance: ~9 km
- Accommodation: Teahouse in Lobuche
- Trek along Khumbu Glacier to Gorak Shep
- Afternoon hike to Everest Base Camp and return
- View Khumbu Icefall and EBC prayer flags
- Trek Time: 7–8 hours | Distance: ~13–14 km
- Accommodation: Teahouse in Gorak Shep
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Hike Kala Patthar (5,545m) – Trek to Dzongla (4,840m)
- Early morning hike to Kala Patthar for panoramic sunrise on Everest
- Descend back and head west toward Dzongla
- Trek Time: 6–7 hours | Distance: ~10–12 km
- Accommodation: Teahouse in Dzongla
- Early start; steep ascent to the pass with glacier crossing
- Icy terrain and rock scrambling – crampons may be needed
- Descend cautiously to Thagnak
- Trek Time: 7–8 hours | Distance: ~10 km
- Accommodation: Teahouse in Thagnak
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Traverse the Ngozumpa Glacier, the largest in Nepal
- Reach Gokyo Lake (Third Lake, Dudh Pokhari)
- Trek Time: 3–4 hours | Distance: ~5–6 km
- Accommodation: Teahouse in Gokyo
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Optional early morning hike to Gokyo Ri for 360° views
- Descend along the Dudh Koshi valley to Dole
- Trek Time: 6–7 hours | Distance: ~12–14 km
- Accommodation: Teahouse in Dole
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Gradual descent through Machhermo, Luza, and Phortse Tenga
- Final ascent back to Namche
- Trek Time: 5–6 hours | Distance: ~10–11 km
- Accommodation: Teahouse in Namche
- Retrace trail via Monjo and Phakding
- Final dinner with porters and guide in Lukla
- Trek Time: 6–7 hours | Distance: ~13–14 km
- Accommodation: Teahouse in Lukla
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Morning flight to Ramechhap
- Drive back to Kathmandu (~4–5 hrs)
- Free afternoon for rest or souvenir shopping
- Accommodation: Hotel in KathmandU
- Hotel checkout and airport transfer
- Optional trip extension or farewell from our team
- Meals: Breakfast
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