18-Day Everest Base Camp Trek via Gokyo Lake with Cho La Pass

Everest Base Camp

Highlights

Trek to Everest Base Camp and witness the world’s highest peak up close

Climb Gokyo Ri for panoramic views of Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, and Cho Oyu

Cross the challenging Cho La Pass surrounded by stunning glaciers and mountains

Explore Sherpa culture and visit historic monasteries in Namche Bazaar and Tengboche

Kathmandu, Phakding, Dole, Machhermo, Lobuche

nature, trekking, cultural

Group Tour

18 Days

Hard

English, Russian

Description

Experience the ultimate Everest adventure with our 18-day Everest Base Camp Trek via Gokyo Lake. Trek through majestic Himalayan landscapes, cross the thrilling Cho La Pass, and witness stunning views from Gokyo Ri and Kala Patthar. Immerse yourself in Sherpa culture at Namche Bazaar and visit historic monasteries. Enjoy cozy teahouse accommodations, hearty Nepali meals, and the guidance of experienced trekking staff. This unforgettable journey combines breathtaking scenery, cultural encounters, and the thrill of conquering iconic high-altitude trails in Nepal.

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,400 m / 4,600 ft)
- Arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport.
- Transfer to your hotel.
- Attend pre-trip briefing.
- Explore Thamel and enjoy your first Nepali dinner.
Day 2: Sightseeing in Kathmandu Valley
- Visit UNESCO World Heritage sites: Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple), Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhanath Stupa.
- Explore Patan Durbar Square.
- Optional visit to Kathmandu Durbar Square.
Day 3: Flight to Lukla and Trek to Phakding (2,610 m / 8,562 ft)
- Scenic 30-minute flight to Lukla.
- Meet your trekking team.
- Trek along Dudh Koshi River to Phakding.
Overnight stay in a teahouse.
Day 4: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,441 m / 11,290 ft)
- Cross suspension bridges and enter Sagarmatha National Park.
- Enjoy views of the Himalayas en route.
- Arrive at Namche Bazaar, the Sherpa trading hub.
Overnight stay in a teahouse.
Day 5: Acclimatization Day in Namche Bazaar
- Short hike to Everest View Hotel.
- Visit Khumjung village and local monastery.
- Explore Sherpa culture and lifestyle.
- Rest and acclimatize.
Day 6: Trek to Dole (4,200 m / 13,780 ft)
- Ascend through forests and small villages.
- Pass trail junction separating Everest Base Camp and Gokyo Valley routes.
- Arrive at Dole for overnight stay.
Day 7: Trek to Machhermo (4,470 m / 14,666 ft)
- Gradual ascent through yak herder settlements.
- Enjoy views of Cho Oyu, Kantega, and Thamserku.
- Free time in Machhermo for short walks or rest.
Day 8: Trek to Gokyo (4,800 m / 15,749 ft)
- Climb beside the Ngozumpa Glacier.
- Pass tranquil lakes of Longpongo and Taboche Tsho.
- Arrive at scenic Gokyo village.
Overnight stay in a teahouse.
Day 9: Climb Gokyo Ri (5,357 m / 17,576 ft)
- Early morning ascent to Gokyo Ri.
- Panoramic views of Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, and Cho Oyu.
- Explore Gokyo Valley or relax in the village.
Overnight in Gokyo.
Day 10: Trek to Thagnak (4,750 m / 15,585 ft)
- Cross moraine and glacial terrain.
- Shorter trekking day for acclimatization.
- Arrive at Thagnak and rest.
Day 11: Cross Cho La Pass (5,367 m / 17,609 ft) to Dzongla (4,850 m / 15,912 ft)
- Early start for steep ascent.
- Cross icy terrain of Cho La Pass.
- Rewarding mountain vistas along the way.
- Descend to Dzongla for overnight stay.
Day 12: Trek to Lobuche (4,940 m / 16,208 ft)
- Short and gentle trekking day.
- Follow river valleys with views of Lobuche Peak.
Overnight in Lobuche.
Day 13: Trek to Gorak Shep (5,164 m / 16,942 ft) and Everest Base Camp (5,364 m / 17,599 ft)
- Trek along Khumbu Glacier.
- Reach Gorak Shep, then continue to Everest Base Camp.
- Explore the base camp area.
- Return to Gorak Shep for overnight stay.
Day 14: Sunrise at Kala Patthar (5,545 m / 18,192 ft) and trek to Pheriche (4,200 m / 13,780 ft)
- Early morning hike to Kala Patthar for sunrise over Everest.
- Return to Gorak Shep for breakfast.
- Trek down through Lobuche to Pheriche.
Overnight stay in Pheriche.
Day 15: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,441 m / 11,290 ft)
- Descend through rhododendron and birch forests.
- Visit Tengboche Monastery en route.
- Pass through Phunki Tenga with unique water-powered prayer wheels.
- Arrive at Namche Bazaar for overnight stay.
Day 16: Trek to Lukla (2,860 m / 9,383 ft)
- Steep descent through pine forests.
- Cross Dudh Koshi River suspension bridges.
- Pass Monjo and Phakding villages.
- Celebrate completion of trek in Lukla.
Day 17: Flight to Kathmandu (1,400 m / 4,600 ft)
- Scenic flight back to Kathmandu.
- Free time for sightseeing, shopping, or relaxation.
Overnight stay in Kathmandu.
Day 18: Final Departure
- Transfer to Tribhuvan International Airport.
- Depart Nepal with memories of the Himalayas.

What's Included

All airport to hotel transfers by private vehicle

3-night 3-star hotel in Kathmandu with breakfast

Guided sightseeing tour with tour guide and private vehicle

Kathmandu to Lukla flight tickets or Manthali to Lukla flight tickets with private transportation to Manthali

Lukla to Kathmandu flight tickets or Lukla to Manthali flight tickets with private transportation to Kathmandu

The farewell dinner in Kathmandu

All twin-sharing accommodations during the trek

All meals (breakfast, tea break, lunch, and dinner) with seasonal fruits during the trek

All necessary paperwork and permits

Sagarmatha National Park Permit

Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality Entrance Permit

Trekkers’ Information Management System (TIMS)

All government and local taxes

An experienced English-speaking trekking guide

Assistant trekking guide (1 assistant for every 10 trekkers)

Sherpa porters (1 porter for every 2 trekkers)

All staff salaries, insurance, equipment, transportation, food, and lodging

Personalized virtual consultation before finalizing your trek booking

Online pre-trip briefing after booking confirmation

Free excess luggage storage facilities at our office store

Namaste Nepal’s duffle bag

Namaste Nepal’s T-shirt

Trekking map

Down jacket and seasonal sleeping bag (to be returned after completion of the trip)

Trekking poles (to be returned after completion of the trip)

A self-sufficient medical first aid kit containing vital medications

Oximeter to check your pulse, oxygen saturation, and heart rate twice daily (very useful to monitor AMS symptoms)

Hand sanitizer and face mask

What's Excluded

Nepal visa fee ( lowest fee available is for a 15-day visa costing 30$/person)

International airfare to and from Kathmandu

Excess luggage charges

Extra night accommodating in Kathmandu (if in the case early return from the mountain then the scheduled itinerary)

Travel and rescue Insurance

Personal expenses (phone calls, laundry, bar bills, personal drinks, battery charge, bottle or boiling water, hot shower, wifi and or internet, etc)

Tips for guides and porters

Know Before You Go

Accommodation along the Everest trekking route varies from basic teahouses to more comfortable lodges, especially at lower elevations.

Many lodges offer rooms with attached bathrooms, hot showers, and room service, mostly found in places like Namche Bazaar and Lukla.

Higher up the trail, accommodations are simpler with shared toilets and washing facilities.

Rooms typically have twin-sharing beds with clean sheets, pillows, and blankets.

Single rooms can sometimes be arranged in Kathmandu or lower elevations, but are rarely available at higher altitudes during peak trekking seasons.

Throughout the trek, you will enjoy a variety of meals, including the traditional Nepali dish “Daal Bhaat.”

Tea houses also offer international dishes such as Indian, Chinese, Tibetan, Italian, and Continental foods.

Breakfast options commonly include bread, eggs, porridge, muesli, cornflakes, pancakes, hash browns, fries, and chapati.

Lunch and dinner menus often feature soups, noodles, momo (dumplings), sandwiches, pizza, burgers, and limited vegetarian and meat dishes.

Fruit is less common, and seafood is generally unavailable.

Hot beverages like tea, coffee, hot chocolate, and lemon with ginger and honey are widely available.

Some places also offer simple desserts like apple pie, custard, and chocolate rolls.

Breakfast and dinner are typically served where you stay overnight, while lunch is taken during trekking stops.

The trekking team consists of one professional trekking guide, one assistant guide for every seven trekkers, and Sherpa porters to assist two trekkers each.

This structure ensures affected trekkers receive proper care or assistance in case of emergencies such as altitude sickness, injury, or illness.

The best time for Everest Base Camp Trek via Gokyo Lake is during spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November) when weather is clear, trails are stable, and views are spectacular.

What To Bring

Sun hat or scarf

Warm fleece hat

Sunglasses

Under garments

Hiking shorts

Lightweight cotton long pants

Fleece or wool pants (seasonal)

Waterproof pants

Thin, lightweight inner socks

Thick, warm wool hiking socks

Hiking boots with spare laces

Camp shoes (sneakers and/or sandals)

T-shirts

Fleece jacket or pullover

Fleece wind-stopper jacket (optional)

Waterproof breathable shell jacket

Down jacket #

Lightweight gloves

Heavyweight gloves

Sleeping bag

Headlamp

Duffle bags

Basic first aid kit

Regular medicine

Daypack (approximately 2500 to 3000 cubic inches)

Trekking poles

Water bottles

Medium-sized quick-drying towel

Toothbrush and toothpaste

Multipurpose soap

Deodorants

Nail clippers

Face and body moisturizer

Female hygiene products

Wet wipes (baby wipes)

Tissue or toilet roll

Antibacterial hand wash

Reading book

Trail map or guidebook

Journal and pen

IPod

Pencils and small notebooks

Travelling games (Uno, playing cards, dice, etc)

Cancellation Policy

For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -

Refund of 80% of the tour price.

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18-Day Everest Base Camp Trek via Gokyo Lake with Cho La Pass

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Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,400 m / 4,600 ft)

Day 2: Sightseeing in Kathmandu Valley

Day 3: Flight to Lukla and Trek to Phakding (2,610 m / 8,562 ft)

Day 4: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,441 m / 11,290 ft)

Day 5: Acclimatization Day in Namche Bazaar

Day 6: Trek to Dole (4,200 m / 13,780 ft)

Day 7: Trek to Machhermo (4,470 m / 14,666 ft)

Day 8: Trek to Gokyo (4,800 m / 15,749 ft)

Day 9: Climb Gokyo Ri (5,357 m / 17,576 ft)

Day 10: Trek to Thagnak (4,750 m / 15,585 ft)

Day 11: Cross Cho La Pass (5,367 m / 17,609 ft) to Dzongla (4,850 m / 15,912 ft)

Day 12: Trek to Lobuche (4,940 m / 16,208 ft)

Day 13: Trek to Gorak Shep (5,164 m / 16,942 ft) and Everest Base Camp (5,364 m / 17,599 ft)

Day 14: Sunrise at Kala Patthar (5,545 m / 18,192 ft) and trek to Pheriche (4,200 m / 13,780 ft)

Day 15: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,441 m / 11,290 ft)

Day 16: Trek to Lukla (2,860 m / 9,383 ft)

Day 17: Flight to Kathmandu (1,400 m / 4,600 ft)

Day 18: Final Departure

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18-Day Everest Base Camp Trek via Gokyo Lake with Cho La Pass

Highlights

Locations Covered

Description

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,400 m / 4,600 ft)

Day 2: Sightseeing in Kathmandu Valley

Day 3: Flight to Lukla and Trek to Phakding (2,610 m / 8,562 ft)

Day 4: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,441 m / 11,290 ft)

Day 5: Acclimatization Day in Namche Bazaar

Day 6: Trek to Dole (4,200 m / 13,780 ft)

Day 7: Trek to Machhermo (4,470 m / 14,666 ft)

Day 8: Trek to Gokyo (4,800 m / 15,749 ft)

Day 9: Climb Gokyo Ri (5,357 m / 17,576 ft)

Day 10: Trek to Thagnak (4,750 m / 15,585 ft)

Day 11: Cross Cho La Pass (5,367 m / 17,609 ft) to Dzongla (4,850 m / 15,912 ft)

Day 12: Trek to Lobuche (4,940 m / 16,208 ft)

Day 13: Trek to Gorak Shep (5,164 m / 16,942 ft) and Everest Base Camp (5,364 m / 17,599 ft)

Day 14: Sunrise at Kala Patthar (5,545 m / 18,192 ft) and trek to Pheriche (4,200 m / 13,780 ft)

Day 15: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,441 m / 11,290 ft)

Day 16: Trek to Lukla (2,860 m / 9,383 ft)

Day 17: Flight to Kathmandu (1,400 m / 4,600 ft)

Day 18: Final Departure

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