Everest Base Camp Gokyo Trek

When you land in Nepal, our team will already be there for you to pick you up at the Tribhuvan International Airstrip (TIA). Our staff will be holding a signboard with the company name and logo. You can notice him as soon as you walk toward the airstrip’s terminal. Then, they will help with your visa procedures and luggage. After that, they will transport you to the reserved three-star hotel in Kathmandu for you. For today, you can rest in your hotel for the whole day. If you want to go outside, you can stroll nearby alleys of Thamel and visit authentic traditional food-serving restaurants on this Everest Base Camp Gokyo Trek journey. Activity: Drive for 30 minutes Max. Altitude: 1,324m/4,344ft. Kathmandu Meal: Breakfast Accommodation: 3 Star Hotel

On this second day of the Everest Base Camp Gokyo Trek, we will pick you up at the hotel and take you to see some of the major attractions of Kathmandu Valley. We will travel by our company’s private car with an expert guide so that he can provide you with information about the rich heritage and history of Kathmandu Valley. We will begin our tour from Swayambhunath Stupa and then Boudhanath Stupa. After exploring these stupas, we will visit Pashupatinath Temple, which is devoted to God Mahadev. Thereafter, we will drive to Kathmandu Durbar Square and spend the afternoon exploring temples and visiting restaurants. In the evening, we will introduce a guide who will be with you on this Everest Base Camp and Gokyo Lakes Trek journey until the end, and he will give a short introduction and provide guidelines about this journey. He will tell you all the items that you need to pack. You can also go for last-minute shopping to buy gear that you don’t have. Today, sleep early for tomorrow’s flight to Lukla. Activity: Sightseeing, Shopping, Meet & Greet Max. Altitude: 1,324m/4,344ft. Kathmandu Meal: Breakfast Accommodation: 3 Star Hotel

Your day begins with a short 40-minute flight to Lukla. After you finish eating your breakfast, we will head to the airport. If you visit Nepal during peak season, we may have to drive to Ramechhap and fly to Lukla from Manthali Airport. After landing in Lukla, we will introduce you to your porter and prepare for the trek. We will walk the path along with Dudh Koshi Khola, which leads to Phakding Village. The trek is going to be easy and short, and it will take us about four to five hours to reach the village, strolling via verdant forests with a backdrop of mountain views. Our first stop in the Everest region will be Phakding on this 19-day Everest Base Camp Gokyo Trek adventure. Activity: Fly & Trek For 4-5 hours Max. Altitude: 2,610m/8,563ft. Phakding Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Teahouse

On our Everest Base Camp Cho La Pass Gokyo Trek, our fourth-day path takes us to Namche Bazaar, the largest Sherpa hamlet in the Khumbu. We will first cross the long, swaying hanging footbridge over the Dudh Koshi Khola, which will take us to Monjo. We will need to present our permits before entering Sagarmatha National Park. Then, we will walk downhill to the river, passing Mani stones on the route to Jorsale. After reaching this, we will gradually climb toward Namche Bazaar. You will also cross the world-famous Hillary Suspension Bridge before reaching Namche Bazaar. We will settle in a tea house or lodge when we arrive in Namche for 2 nights on this Everest Base Camp and Gokyo Lakes Trek itinerary journey. Activity: Trekking for 6-7 hours Max. Altitude: 3,440m/11,286ft. Namche Bazaar Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Teahouse

On the fifth day, in Namche Bazaar town, we will acclimate here on this 19-day Everest Base Camp Gokyo Trek. To begin our day, we will have a delicious breakfast. Before heading off to explore Namche Bazaar further, we will make a quick detour over to Everest View Hotel at 3880 meters, from where you can take in the breathtaking views of the Himalayas while enjoying coffee or tea on the balcony of the hotel. After that, you will have the opportunity to take in the grandeur of the massive Thamserku and Kongde Ri peaks as we march to Khumjung village. This journey also gives you the chance to get to know the locals by visiting the historic Khumjung Monastery and the Edmund Hillary School. Then, as part of this exciting Gokyo Lakes Trek to Everest Base Camp itinerary, we will stroll back to Namche Bazaar and explore cafes over the rest of the day. Activity: Hiking for 3-4 hours Max. Altitude: 3,440m/11,286ft. Namche Bazaar Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Teahouse

Today, we will continue our trail, departing from Namche Bazaar after a mouthwatering breakfast. Our Everest Base Camp Cho La Pass Gokyo Trek route to Tengboche from Namche Bazaar will take us through the amazing rhododendron forests. You can witness the panoramic view of Mt. Ama Dablam, standing at 6,812 meters (22,349 feet) above sea level. We will arrive at Tengboche after five to six hours of walking, where we will spend the night in a teahouse. After spending some time to relax, you can go to the Tengboche Monastery, where you will be astounded by the serene ambiance and stunning snow-capped peaks in the distance. Activity: Trekking for 5-6 hours Max. Altitude: 3,860m/12,664ft. Tengboche Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Teahouse

On the seventh day of our Everest Base Camp Gokyo trek journey, we will hike to Dingboche Village after a delicious breakfast in Tengboche. We’ll hike along the Imja Khola River on our side. Then we’ll pass via Pangboche Village, which sits at an elevation of 3985 meters. Before continuing our tour, we will pay a visit to Pangboche Monastery, the oldest monastery in the Khumbu. Then we shall begin our journey, passing through farmland and other tiny hamlets. After arriving in Dingboche Village, we will visit the teahouse and rest. In the evening, you can explore around the village and interact with the inhabitants. Activity: Trekking for 5-6 hours Max. Altitude: 4,410m/14,469ft. Dingboche Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Teahouse

Our Everest Base Camp Cho La Pass Gokyo Trek adventure continues after we finish eating breakfast at the teahouse. We will hit the trails toward the wide valley surrounded by gigantic peaks like Taboche and Cholatse. As we ascend higher, the green landscapes will be left behind. Then, we will reach Dughla, where we will take some time off and have a filling lunch. After that, we will proceed to trek through the steep rocky moraine. The path to Lobuche is steep and zigzag, with rewarding views of Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, and other peaks. Our final will be this village before conquering EBC on this 19-day Everest Base Camp Gokyo Trek. Activity: Trekking for 5-6 hours Max. Altitude: 4,910m/16,109ft. Lobuche Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Teahouse

Today is one of the most important days on this exciting Everest Base Camp Gokyo Trek schedule. We will finally set foot on the world’s highest mountain base camp, Everest Base Camp. We will begin by trekking to Gorak Shep, the penultimate village before EBC in the Khumbu region. After reaching Gorak Shep, we will take a more difficult and steeper journey across the rocky and moraine pathways. On the journey to EBC, you’ll see the Khumbu Icefall and Glacier. Then, we will reach EBC and trek for a few hours, where you can see the absolute best views of Mt. Everest, Lhotse, Thamserku, and others, which are truly spine-tingling. Then, after clicking some photos and relishing this beautiful moment, we will descend back to Gorak Shep for an overnight sleep. Try to sleep early, as you will have to rise early tomorrow to see the sunrise from Kala Patthar’s viewpoint on this 19-day Everest Base Camp Gokyo Trek adventure. Activity: Trekking for 7-8 hours Max. Altitude: 5,140m/16,864ft. Gorak Shep Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Teahouse

Today, we are embarking on the highest spot of our 19-day Everest Base Camp Gokyo Trek, Kala Patthar, which stands at a height of 5545 meters above sea level. We will leave Gorak Shep Village before sunrise, navigating the steep climb by putting headlamps on our heads. The path will be very dark early in the morning, so we will use headlamps. After about a few hours of trekking, we will arrive at Kala Patthar, which makes our effort worthwhile by providing the closest vistas of several iconic panoramic mountains, including Mt. Everest, unlike Everest Base Camp. After taking in these astounding vistas, we’ll move down and leave the EBC route, heading toward Dzongla Village at 4830 meters to begin our walk to Gokyo Lakes on this great Everest Base Camp and Gokyo Lakes trek excursion. We’ll be crossing the Cho La Pass tomorrow, so sleep well in the teahouse. Activity: Trekking for 6-7 hours Max. Altitude: 4,830m/15,846ft. Dzongla Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Teahouse

On day 11 of the 16-day Everest Base Camp Gokyo Trek excursion, we will reach Cho Lo Pass, at 5420 meters above ocean level, one of the most demanding and scenic sections of the trek. We will depart from Dzongla Village after a hearty breakfast, watching the beautiful, calm surroundings in the morning. The first part of the trek includes a well-defined path until we reach the steep ascent towards the challenging pass. We will see a small glacier as we ascend higher. After hours of walking, pushing our limits with a goal, we will reach the top of Cho La Pass. This hard-trekking effort will instantly be rewarded with awe-inspiring mountains featuring peaks like Cholatse, Ama Dablam, Taboche, Makalu, Lobuche East, and Lobuche West. Moreover, you can also see views of some of the beautiful Gokyo Lakes from a distance. From the height, one can see Nepal’s longest glacier, Ngozumpa Glacier. Then, on this Everest Base Camp Gokyo Trek, we will descend steeply down a rocky trail to Thangnak Village, our final halt before arriving in Gokyo Valley. Activity: Trekking for 7-8 hours Max. Altitude: 4,700m/15,420ft. Thangnak Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Teahouse

Another iconic highlighting destination of this journey is Gokyo Valley. On this Everest Base Camp Gokyo Trek, we will leave Thangnak village right after the first meal of the day. We will trek through the gentle path, passing through several small glacial lakes. As we follow the meandering trail, we will arrive at the third lake, known as Dudh Pokhari. You can also see Gokyo Village from here, which has a serene air. We will stay in the teahouse for two nights. We will drop our baggage in the teahouse and wander around the Gokyo Valley to explore the stunning Gokyo Lake. You can also relish in the awe-inspiring views of Mount Cho Oyu and six high-altitude glacial lakes, the highest freshwater lake systems on Earth. Tomorrow, we will head to the Gokyo Ri on this thrilling Everest Base Camp Gokyo Trek. Activity: Trekking for 3-4 hours Max. Altitude: 4,790m/15,715ft. Gokyo Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Teahouse

Our day will begin with an amazing breakfast at the teahouse, while taking in the calm environment of Gokyo Village. We will use this day of the Everest Base Camp Gokyo Trek trip to climb to Gokyo Ri at 5357 meters. The path to Gokyo Ri is very steep and challenging. After three hours of continuous uphill trek, we will arrive at Gokyo Ri, where you will be showered with jaw-dropping sights of the gigantic Ngozumpa Glacier, snow-clad peaks like Cho Oyu, Everest, Lhotse, and Makalu, and beautiful turquoise Gokyo Lakes. You can capture this amazing moment on your devices for memory. Then, we will return to Gokyo Village and rest in the teahouse. After that, you can spend the whole day visiting other lakes that you have yet to explore. From tomorrow, we will begin the return journey to Lukla in this 19-day Everest Base Camp Gokyo Trek. Activity: Hiking for 4-5 hours Max. Altitude: 4,790m/15,715ft. Gokyo Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Teahouse

This is day 14 of the Everest Base Camp Gokyo Trek journey, which is going to be moderately difficult due to steep descents toward the lower altitude, which has glacial terrain. As usual, even though the route is challenging, the journey will still be rewarding and enjoyable without a doubt. We will pass through the villages of Machhermo and Luzo, which will give you a unique opportunity to experience the lives of the local Sherpa community. At 4038 meters, we will arrive at Dole Village after 5 to 6 hours of hiking. We will stay overnight in a little teahouse during this Everest Base Camp Gokyo Trek trip. Activity: Trekking for 5-6 hours Max. Altitude: 4,038m/13,248ft. Dole Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Teahouse

Our next leg of the trek takes us toward Namche Bazaar from Dole Village after we have had our first meal of the day in the teahouse. We will be leaving high-altitude villages with rugged landscapes, switching to trails of patches of blooming flora like oak and rhododendron trees. After a long day of ascending, the descending journey will be easy and fun, with views of hair-raising, lovely landscapes. Upon walking 5 to 6 hours from Dole, we will arrive at Namche Bazaar. You can take your time to rest, rejuvenate, and celebrate your successful Everest Base Camp Gokyo Trek adventure. Activity: Trekking for 5-6 hours Max. Altitude: 3,440m/11,286ft. Namche Bazaar Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Teahouse

On the sixteenth day of the Gokyo Lakes Trek to Everest Base Camp journey, you will retrace your steps back to Lukla town from Namche Bazaar. Today, you will trek for one last final day in the Everest region of Nepal. You will hike back, traversing through the trails of beautiful green forests and Sherpa villages, following the same Dudh Koshi River. We will continue our descent, making our way back to Phakding Village and then onto Chheplung Village. Finally, after a long six to seven hours of walking, we will reach Lukla town. We will check into our rooms in the lodge and then enjoy a glass of beer or local alcohol by a warm fire, sharing valuable trekking experiences with each other. Activity: Trekking for 6-7 hours Max. Altitude: 2,860m/9,383ft. Lukla Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Teahouse

We will board an early morning flight to Kathmandu from Lukla after having one final hearty breakfast in the Khumbu region and enjoying the breathtaking views. After 40 minutes of flying from Tenzing Hillary Airstrip, we will land in Kathmandu City. Then, we will escort you to your three-star accommodation in Thamel. You can rest in your hotel and unwind at the hotel, enjoying its offered amenities like spas and massages, on this Everest Base Camp Gokyo Trek itinerary. Activity: Fly for 40 minutes Max. Altitude: 1,324m/4,344ft. Kathmandu Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: 3 Star Hotel

Today, on this Gokyo Lakes Trek to Everest Base Camp tour package, you can do anything you like in Kathmandu on this free day. You can explore the streets and visit spas, pubs, restaurants, parks, etc., enjoying your day to the fullest. You can also see other major attractions of Kathmandu Valley that you have not visited yet. You can start your day by visiting Patan Durbar Square and then Bhaktapur Durbar Square. You can see many places in Kathmandu Valley in a single day. You can also spend your free day shopping for souvenirs in Asan Market or Thamel. This will be your final overnight stay in Nepal on this 19-day Everest Base Camp Gokyo Trek journey. Activity: Sightseeing Max. Altitude: 1,324m/4,344ft. Kathmandu Meal: Breakfast Accommodation: 3 Star Hotel

After spending more than 2 weeks in the Everest region enjoying the wonderful vistas of snow-capped towering Himalayas, it’s finally time for you to head back to your beautiful country. If your flight is in the afternoon or evening, you can go for last-minute shopping. When it’s time for your flight, we will escort you 2 to 3 hours before departure. We will miss you and hope you are soon back in Nepal for a more adventurous journey like the Everest Base Camp Gokyo Trek to make countless memories to be proud of when you look at life after getting older. Meal: Breakfast