Gokyo Chola Pass Trek

Today, after breakfast, we begin a guided tour of some of Kathmandu’s most historical and religious sites, which are also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. We visit Kathmandu’s historic Durbar Square, the Hindu holy temple of Pashupatinath, the famous monkey temple (Swayambhunath), and the Buddhist shrine (Bouddhanath), which is also one of the largest stupas in the world. After this, you’re trekking guide check trekking equipment and introduce other participants and discuss our trip. You will stay at the same hotel in Kathmandu.

Meals included: Breakfast

After having breakfast at the hotel, drive to the airport to reach Lukla, the gateway to Everest. The flight lasts 40 minutes. You can enjoy the beautiful scenery, including mountains from your flight and land at Tenzing Hillary Airport in Lukla, from where the Trek begins. We met up with our other crew members and started packing and organizing with them and start the trekking from Lukla. After an hour of gradual descent, we are in a town in Cheuling, from where you have a view of the mount Khumbila, a sacred mountain that has never been climbed. Then we gradually descend from Cheuling until we reach phakding for night stay.

Meals included: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner

Today, after breakfast, you will trek through a beautiful pine forest and follow the path north into the Benkar valley. Then you will cross the Dudh Koshi River then walk towards Monjo, the entrance to Sagarmatha National Park. After crossing a suspension bridge, we pass the city of Jorsale and walk along the rivers Dudh Koshi and Bhote Koshi. A steep climb takes us to the heart of the Sherpa village: the Namche Bazaar. An hour away to get to the Namche Bazaar, we can see the view of the Mount Everest and Mt. Lhotse in beautiful weather. You will spend the night at lodge in Namche Bazaar.

Meals included: breakfast lunch dinner

At locations above 3,000 m, there is a risk of altitude sickness. Before climbing further, you need to spend more time at the same altitude and ascend the next day. In this way, your body has some time to adapt to the increasing height and the decreasing oxygen content.

Today you can go to different places or rest for acclimatization. You can get to the Everest View Hotel by walking a few hours uphill, which is only 3,962 meters high. Also, you can go to the headquarters of Sagarmatha National Park to enjoy the magnificent sunrise/sunset over the mountains and view of Mount Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Ama Dablam, Thamserku, Kongde, etc. If you are interested in a day hike, we go to the village of Khumjung (12401 feet), a beautiful town with a Sherpa settlement. While exploring the Namche Bazar, we observe the traditional Sherpa life, the Khumjung Hillary School, and enjoy flora and fauna at such a height. You will go back to Namche for dinner and rest. You will spend the night at a lodge in the Namche Bazaar.

Meals included: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner

We climb the Khumjung hill and descend east of the village through the wide valley that leads to Dudh Koshi River, from where the route turns north. There are two ways, and our guide will choose the best option for you to continue. There is a chorten on the 3973 m high ridge that descends from the mount Khumbila. You will visit Mohang, the birthplace of the Reborn Lama from Rongbuk Monastery in Tibet, who is believed to have introduced Buddhism to the Khumbu region of Nepal. The path leads in a series of steep curves down a sandy slope to Dudh Koshi. We spend the night in Phortse Tanga near the Dudh Koshi river.

Meals included: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner

Today, you will walk From Phortse Thanga; it goes uphill to Machhermo. You will walk through a rhododendron forest and cross a waterfall before reaching Tongba Village. You continue uphill and walk through the village of Dole, Labarma, and Luza before reaching Machhermo. There is a choir just before the village of Luza. During today’s trip, you will hike along the Dudh Koshi River. Night stay in Machhermo.

Meals included: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner

Today, after having breakfast, you start to walk a ridge to get an outstanding view of the valley to Kangtaiga and also mount Cho Oyu. The valley is now expanding as the path leads through Phangkha, where 40 people died in an avalanche in 1995. Then we descend to the river bank before climbing the end moraine of the Ngazumpa glacier on a steep path. The path crosses an iron bridge over a stream and, if it follows the valley, smoothens past the first lake, known as Longpongo, at 4,690 m. At this point, you have the opportunity to observe the Lama’s footprints on a stone. When you see the second lake, Taboche Tsho, we were fascinated by the shimmering layer of turquoise-blue water that shines in the sun. Shortly before the second lake, we reached the third lake, to which we were both accompanied by a rising current. The city of Gokyo is located next to the third lake and the Cho Oyu Mountain as a backdrop, which offers an incredibly spectacular view here. After having lunch, you will explore the third lake, Dudh Pokhari. Night stay in Gokyo.

Meals included: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner

In the morning, we walk to Gokyo Ri, a small peak above the Gokyo village, and enjoy the fantastic view of the entire Khumbu region. As it ascends, the views get even more exotic, and we can see four of the seven highest peaks in Nepal, Cho Oyu, Everest, Lhotse, and Makalu. When we reached the fourth lake, Thonak Tsho, we enjoyed the calm beauty of the lake. Then we walk back to the third lake. If time permits and depending on our physical conditions, you can make a new trek to the fifth lake, Ngozumba Tsho. From here, you will see the fascinating view of the Ngozumba Glacier, which is the longest glacier in the Himalayas. Night stay in Gokyo.

Meals included: breakfast lunch dinner

If we didn’t go up to Gokyo Ri the day before, you could do it today. Climbing the Gokyo Ri is challenging, as it is steep and takes around 3-4 hours to reach the top. But the scenery of the Gokyo village on the edge of the third lake with a view of Cholatse and the vast Nogzumpa glacier is excellent. You will be surrounded by snow-capped mountains such as Everest, Thamserku, Kusum Kanguru, Kangtega, Cholatse, Taboche, Makalu, Lhotse, Nuptse, Changtse, and Pumori. The sight of the rays of the sun kissing Everest and raising above all the surrounding peaks is incredible. We hiked down the Ngazumpa glacier to the mountain on the other side. Then, cross the edge of this mountain and then head to Thagnak. Today will be a short walk with a restful afternoon that will prepare us for long days of walking and altitude differences.

Meals included: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner

Today will be one of the most challenging and long walks of the Trek. The Cho La Pass itself is not difficult, but it is steep and includes a glacier crossing on the east side. We have to be careful because the path is vertical, and smooth ice rocks can cause problems by making the trail slippery. The road from Phedi leads through a gorge and a rocky path. As we walk along the side of a frozen lake, we reach the top of the pass, which is decorated with prayer flags. The pyramid-shaped Ama Dablam presides over a series of mountains, while Cholatse in the west and Lobuche in the east and Baruntse rise to our right. We have to go through some cracks before we reach the town of Dzongla. The village offers you a great views of Cholatse, Lobuche, Ama Dablam, and the Pheriche village far below.

Meals included: Breakfast lunch and dinner

It will be a short walk, so we have plenty of time to relax and enjoy the beauty that surrounds us. We descend from Dzongla and walk along a grassy path while enjoying the view of Lobuche Peak. The road turns through the full river bed before reaching Lobuche. We can spend the rest of the day resting to prepare for the long walk the next day. Night stay in Lobuche.

Meals included: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner

We make our way to Everest base camp through the vast Gorak Shep Lake. In a straight line, we find the monuments of the Indian mountaineers. The path from here can be tricky; therefore, you must follow your Sherpa diligently. The hike is strenuous due to high altitude air shortages. You will pass rocky dunes, moraines, and streams before getting Everest base camp. When you reach Everest base camp, you can see mountain tents that stand out in bright colors against the monotony of the gray setting, especially in spring. From Everest base camp, you can see Mount Nuptse, Khumbuste, Pumori, and many other mountains. You will return to Gorak Shep for a night stay. Overnight at Gorak Shep.

The sunset view from Kala Patthar, however, is more admirable than the sunrise view. Therefore, it is recommended to visit Kala Patthar during sunset today. When the rays of the setting sun hit the snowy mountains, the resulting scenery is incredible. If you would like to go to Kala Patthar today instead of the next morning, please inform your trekking guide will coordinate accordingly.

Meals included: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner

We are preparing for an early morning departure, in the dark before sunrise and in cold temperatures (-10 to -14 ° C). There is also always the possibility of severe winds, which frequently occur Peaks known as Lingtren, Khumbutse, and Changtse rise to the east as Everest is revealed. Still, when we get to Kala Patthar, we can get a 360-degree view of the mountain up close Everest. We take photos, enjoy the beautiful panorama of the mountains, and then return to Lobuche for a good night’s sleep. Night stay in Lobuche.

Meals included: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner

We walk along the slope covered by rhododendrons and junipers. After crossing the bridge over the Dudh Koshi river decorated with prayer flags, our path follows the Dudh Koshi gorge, which quickly descends through pine forests. In the jungle, you can find colorful pheasants and mountain goats. Finally, the trail reaches Sansa, from where you can enjoy the view of the Mount Thamserku, Ama Dablam, and Nuptse mountains. You also pass winding roads and then through a forest before arriving at Namche Bazaar. You will spend the night at standard lodge in Namche Bazaar.

Meals included: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner

The path descends steeply, so we must be careful because our trembling legs continuously fight against the rocky terrain. After crossing the suspension bridges over Dudh Koshi and tributaries, the road becomes flatter and more natural. After you arrive in Lukla, we stretch these aching legs and recall the experiences of the past few days. Night stay in Lukla.

Meals included: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner

After our long trip to the mountain, we took a flight to Kathmandu in the early morning. After arriving in Kathmandu, we can rest or buy souvenirs. If you want to explore other areas of Kathmandu, you can do it today. Our guides will help you both with the purchase of memories and with the tourist visits. Night stay at hotel in Kathmandu.

Meals included: Breakfast

Your trekking tour in Nepal comes to an end today. A representative from our agency will take you to the airport approximately 3 hours before your scheduled flight.

Meals included: Breakfast