Gokyo-Ri Everest Base Camp trek via Chola-La Pass
Everest Base Camp Trek and Gokyo Lakes is the unique combination of the Everest region trek that reaches must-see places including spectacular close-up views of the world’s famous Mt. Everest. EBC Trek via Gokyo lakes includes the trek to Everest Base Camp, Kalapathar, Chola Pass, and Gokyo Ri within 15 days. Everest Base Camp and Gokyo Lakes Everest Base Camp with Gokyo Lakes and Cho La Pass is one of the adventurous treks that cover the beautiful Lakes of Gokyo, a traditional trek to Everest Base Camp, and an excellent occasion to experience the beauty of the world's highest peaks and freshwater lake in the world. During the Everest Base Camp trek with Gokyo Lakes, the Gokyo Lakes are another highlight besides Everest Base Camp and Kala Patthar (5545m) – two of the highlights of the Standard Everest Base Camp Trek (12 Days) Gokyo-Ri Everest Base…
Everest Base Camp Trek and Gokyo Lakes is the unique combination of the Everest region trek that reaches must-see places including spectacular close-up views of the world’s famous Mt. Everest. EBC Trek via Gokyo lakes includes the trek to Everest Base Camp, Kalapathar, Chola Pass, and Gokyo Ri within 15 days.
Everest Base Camp with Gokyo Lakes and Cho La Pass is one of the adventurous treks that cover the beautiful Lakes of Gokyo, a traditional trek to Everest Base Camp, and an excellent occasion to experience the beauty of the world’s highest peaks and freshwater lake in the world. During the Everest Base Camp trek with Gokyo Lakes, the Gokyo Lakes are another highlight besides Everest Base Camp and Kala Patthar (5545m) – two of the highlights of the Standard Everest Base Camp Trek (12 Days)
Gokyo-Ri Everest Base Camp trek via Chola-La Pass is an extended Mount Everest Base Camp trek trip. Trekking into the Gokyo Valley is a consequence trek that has to be made via Chola – La Pass to reach Mount Everest Base Camp (EBC). The trail to Gokyo is thrilling enough but going via Chola – La Pass is exciting in the mountainous region. You slowly walk up the valley and go towards the green forest. We see many different species of Flora and Fauna throughout the woods, where you see deer and plenty of rhododendrons. We cross through fascinating villages such as Khumbu, Khunde, and Khumjung. After we get to Khumjung Valley, we get apart from the busy route towards the quiet town of Phortse Tenga. Eventually, we find ourselves destinations of Chola-La Pass and Everest Base Camp (EBC). Gokyo-Ri Everest Base Camp trek via Chola-La Pass also allows you to see the scenic views of Mt. Everest, Pumori, Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, Cho-Yu, etc. The trek offers fantastic views of isolated Gokyo and gorgeous turquoise lakes as we hike to the Gokyo Ri.
Similar to the Standard Everest Base Camp Trek, you will require TIMS and National Park Fee that can be prepared before or during the trek.
You will begin your trek to Everest Base Camp with Gokyo Lakes taking a thrilling flight from Kathmandu to Lukla. Alternatively, you can start your hike by taking a Jeep ride from Kathmandu to Salleri or Jiri. Learn more about how you get to Lukla from Kathmandu.
Everest Base Camp trek with Gokyo lakes is a teahouse trek in which you will seep into a basic room with twin sharing beds and toilets that are usually shared and outside the teahouse. Blankets are provided; however, bringing your sleeping bag or liner is suggested to keep you warm. You can hire a sleeping bag in Kathmandu or get it from home.
Regarding meals during trekking, you will get three sit-down meals Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner. Breakfast and Dinner will be provided at the teahouse and lunch en route. There are various options like Dal Bhat, Mo: Mo, Fried Noodles, Soups, Fried Rice, and Chinese and continental dishes such as Spring rolls, Spaghetti, Steaks, etc. for your lunch and Dinner. You will also find meat on the menu. However, we recommend you stay away from the heart at a high altitude because all the meat has to be carried by Yak or on foot, so freshness can not be guaranteed.
With the rapid development of information technology, the internet with Wi-Fi facilities is available in most teahouses. However, the speed of the internet could be slow. If you want to speak with your family back home, you can also use the SAT phone, which is available in the teahouse. Nowadays, you can buy a SIM Card in Kathmandu and use it during trekking; but you may not bet a good network at every stop.
The”Everest Base Camp via GokyoTrek” trekking cost (accommodation, guide/porter fees, food) remains the same. However, flight fares and permit fees (less than the other citizens) make it cheaper than for foreign citizens. The cost will be less than 200 US dollars than the standard quotation mentioned on the package. Ask us for the updated price for the Gokyo Valley Trek with EB” to the Indian and Nepalese trekkers.
Arrival in Kathmandu
Sightseeing in Kathmandu Valley
Fly from Kathmandu to Lukla (2886m) -Phakding {2610n} this takes about 30 minutes for the flight & trek for 3-4 hrs
Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3440m.) Trek for 5 to 6 hours
We rest at Namche Bazaar for acclimatization and do some helpful excursions around the area.
Namche Bazaar to Dole (4, 110m.) – Trek for 5-6 hours
Dole to Machhermo (4410m) trek for 5-6 hours.
Machhermo to Gokyo (4750m) Trek for 4-5 hours.
Gokyo Valley: 2nd Acclimatization Day to chill out (Hike to Gokyo Ri-5357m/17,570)
Trek/climb from Gokyo to Gokyo Ri (5340m) and trek back to Thaknak (4650m) via Gokyo village which takes about 6-7 hours.
Thaknak to Cho-la Pass (5, 367m.) – Lobuche (4,950m.) Trek for 8-9 hours.
Lobuche – Gorak Shep [5170 m/16,961ft] – Everest Base Camp [5364 m/17,594 ft] / Kala Patthar (5545 m/18,192 ft) – Gorak Shep: Trek for 6-7 hrs
Ascend from Gorakshep to Kala Patthar (5545m.) and trek to Pheriche (4250m.) Trek for 7-8 hours
Pheriche to Tyangboche (3850m) Trek for 7-8 hours.
Tyangboche to Namche Bazaar (3440m.) Trek for 5-6 hours.
Namche Bazaar to Lukla (2886m) Trek for 5-6 hours.
Take a flight from Lukla to Kathmandu.
Depart from Kathmandu to your destination.
I had a great 15 days Trek to Everest Base camp and Chola pass, When I look back Anup from Himalayan Windows and my Sherpa Sonam and Porter Mankumar played a big role in making my trip a well-organized and worry-free. I really thank full to Anup to be available to me from Day 1 of meeting him online and answering all my questions and give me the confidence to…
I had a great 15 days Trek to Everest Base camp and Chola pass, When I look back Anup from Himalayan Windows and my Sherpa Sonam and Porter Mankumar played a big role in making my trip a well-organized and worry-free.
I really thank full to Anup to be available to me from Day 1 of meeting him online and answering all my questions and give me the confidence to do my first Himalayan trek.
I would recommend Himalayan windows to everyone who is looking for a worry-free experience, especially for first-timers who may have a lot of questions and don’t have the confidence. Anup is very patient in explaining all your questions and will make you comfortable and ensure your needs are fully taken care, he is 100% reliable and committed to make your trip a memorable one
Thank You, Anup again for all your support
Payment: 30% of the total tour cost is required as an advance deposit to confirm the tour with Himalayan Windows (HW). The remaining balance can be paid 3 days before the departure date. Payment can be made through Wire Transfer or Credit Card. We process your credit card payment securely and a bank fee is applicable.
Cancellation: For cancellations more than 30 days before the Tour Start Date, No Cancellation fee is charged. For cancellation from 29 calendar days up to and including 4 calendar days before the Tour Start Date, a charge of 30% of the total invoice amount is charged. For a cancellation occurring within 3 days of the date of travel or No Show shall be charged 100% of the total invoice amount. Learn more about Terms and Conditions.
Accommodation: Accommodation is in twin rooms in cities unless a special request is made for a single supplement with an additional fee. Accommodation is in twin or dormitory at lodges on the trek, especially in a peak season, it is difficult to find single/twin rooms in the mountains. Our main focus is to provide clean and safe rooms to our valued guests.
Meals: Basically, every package we offer includes breakfast; lunch, and dinner are provided based on the cost we offer on the tour. In Bhutan, every package is on a full board plan that includes Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner. During the trek, we provide all meals and you will need to pay extra for drinking water and snacks.
Nepal Visa: Every traveler from any country who wanted to visit Nepal needs to obtain a Nepal Visa. A Nepal Tourist Visa can be obtained on arrival and some countries need a visa before traveling to Nepal. Make sure your passport is valid for at least 6 months from the Tour Start Date. Make sure to obtain a multi-entries Nepal Visa if you are planning cross-country tours.
Bhutan Visa Clearance: Every traveler from any country who wanted to visit Bhutan needs to obtain a Bhutan Visa Clearance before the travel to Bhutan. We obtain your Bhutan visa; you need to send your color-scanned clear passport copy. Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the Tour Start Date. Before flying to Bhutan, a Visa Clearance will be sent to you from your tour operator, you have to print the clearance paper and show it at the Druk Air/Bhutan Airlines counter during the Check-in. The original visa would be stamped into your passport upon arrival at the Paro airport. Learn more about Bhutan travel info.
Tibet Group Visa (TGV): Every traveler from any country who wanted to visit Tibet from Nepal needs to obtain a Tibet Group Visa (TGV) in Kathmandu through the help of a tour operator. Make sure to land in Kathmandu 3-4 working days before the travel date t process for TGV. If you are traveling from China, no TGV is required, a Chinese Visa & Permit are needed, though. Learn more about the Tibet entry procedure.
Nepal & Bhutan: Nepal and Bhutan share a climate from high mountains to low land sub-tropical plains and jungles. Both countries have similar weather and are ideal to visit at the same time of the year. March to April (spring) & October to December (autumn and early winter) are the best time to visit as the air is clean and fresh with sunny skies. January and February are colder and June, July, and August (summer) are monsoon seasons.
Tibet: The best time to visit Tibet is from April to October as the weather is warmer, fresh, and sunny skies. November to March are usually very cold, but still possible to visit if the route is not blocked by the snow, especially in the regions like Namtso, Everest Base Camp, Mount Kailash, etc.
HimalayanWindows advises bringing proper Travel Insurance to all travelers who are interested in traveling in the Himalayas. Travel Insurance is a policy that helps cover medical problems, emergency evacuation, theft, loss of belongings, last-hour tour/ticket cancellation, etc.
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