Everest Base Camp with Gokyo Ri

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Everest Base Camp Trek Overview



Everest Base Camp via Gokyo Lakes Trek takes place in the Khumbu region, providing you a chance to look into natures most well-kept secrets - including Gokyo Lakes, Cho La Pass, Gokyo Ri Viewpoint, and Khumbu Icefall. 

You will also get to experience some of the world's highest mountains - Everest, Pumori, Lhotse, Cho You, and Nuptse; highland flora, fauna, and human settlements. Come what say, Nepal always has had a global reputation as the land of mountains. And truly, the country is just good enough for the title with snow peaks like Everest and Lhotse. Alone in the Everest region, there are untold numbers of mountains that grasp the eye of every traveler. Beyond that, there are also prolific destinations and some deserted that are well-deserved to be explored. 

For a long time, these places have sent trekkers into fantasy with its astounding views and backdrop landscapes. With all, one of them to mostly hypnotize passengers from all over the world is Namche Bazaar to Gokyo Trek. As much as its fun hiking to Everest Base Camp, traveling to Namche Bazaar and Gokyo Valley is equally exciting. Together the Gokyo Ri and Namche Bazaar trek offers an unforgettable experience to travelers visiting the region. With their distinctive landscapes, geographical biodiversity and cultural inclusivity, tripping to Namche Bazaar and Gokyo are enthralling. 

The best thing about the Gokyo Ri trail is that it will provide you with an offbeat experience. While traversing through this trail you will come across the most majestic sights of Everest(8850 m), Makalu(8475 m), Lhotse(8501 m), and Cho Oyu(8153 m).

The trail is difficult with you climbing to approximately 17,000 Ft. thrice at Gokyo Ri, Chola Pass, and Kala Patthar. When looking down you will see the Ngozumpa glacier which is the longest glacier in the Himalayas. You can also see the three of the five amazingly beautiful blue-green Gokyo lakes that will seem to make everything about this trail blissful.

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Trek Schedule : Everest Base Camp with Gokyo Ri

Boarding Preference:
Kathmandu To Kathmandu
  • 1

    Assemble Base at Kathmandu & check in at hotel. Kathmandu followed by a brief meeting and completion of last minute preparations. Night halt at Kathmandu.

  • 2

    Kathmandu to Lukla to Phakding - Early morning transfer to domestic Airport for a flight to Lukla(2800 m/9186 ft). Arrive Lukla and commence trek to Phakding. From Lukla you will pass Chaurikharka village and make a descend towards the Dudhkoshi Ghat (2530 m/8300 ft). The trail follows the bank of the Dudhkoshi River and finally reaches Phakding (2652 m/8700 ft).

  • 3

    Phadking to Namche Bazaar - We begin for an early morning trek to Namche Bazaar. The trail crosses Dudhkoshi River over a long suspension bridge and then leads you along the river to Hilary Suspension Bridge. Further climbing towards Namache Bazaar, we get the first glimpse of the might Everest enroute.Arrive at Namche Bazaar after a tiring few hours trek.

  • 4

    Today we spend our day in acclimatizing at Namche Bazaar to allow our body get suited to the environment. We spend the first half of the day in a uphill climb up to the Everest View hotel which offers the first glimpses of Mount Everest and on returning to Namchebazaar, we get time to explore the shops, restaurants and a small colorful market of this beautiful hamlet.

  • 5

    Namche Bazaar to Tengboche - We descend from Namche Bazaar up to Dudhkoshi river and then climb the famous steep ascent to the Tengboche Gompa settled in the stunning background of Mount Amadablam, Mount Everest and other giant peaks of this Himalayan Range.

  • 6

    Tengboche to Dingboche - There is a slight descend early today through lush forest to arrive at Deboche and then beging a gradual climb up to the valleys highest year round settlement of Pangboche (3860 m/12664 ft.). We continue ascending in the afternoon through alpine meadows and yak herds, eventually reaching Dingboche for the night halt.

  • 7

    Today is the second of the Acclimatization Day where we allow ourselves to get more suited to the environment around and prepare ourselves for the later camps. As at Namche Bazaar, there is a side-trip planned from Dingboche up the valley to Chhukung for sensational views of Himalayas and explore the stunning landscapes that these mountains have to offer.

  • 8

    Dingboche to Lobuche - We enjoy the early morning stunning views of Tawachee and Cholatse peaks (6444 m/21140 ft.) and start our day with a trail that goes to Duglha. After a break, we climb directly upto the Khumbu glacier region for an hour, then turn left to arrive at the Memorial Area before walking almost flat and reaching the village of Lobuche.

  • 9

    Lobuche to Gorakshep - The trail continues climb to Gorakshep which is the last camp of the trek route, the walk today is over moraines and boulders.

  • 10

    Gorakshep to Kala Patthar to Gorakshep - It takes a couple of hours to walk up to the famous viewing point of Kala Patthar (Black Rock) at 5545 m/18192 ft., this small peak offers the best views of Mount Everest, Pumori and Amadablam. Overnight stay at Gorakshep.

  • 11

    Gorakshep to Everest Base Camp to Dzongla - This day leads you finally to the Everest Base Camp (5357 m/17575 ft.) walking through rocky and glacial trails where climbers gather for summiting Mount Everest. Continuing the trek we will proceed to Dzongla for an overnight stay.

  • 12

    Dzongla to Gokyo via Cho La Pass distance is roughly 12.5km kilometers, and one of the most enjoyable days of the trek.Dzongla to Gokyo trek route can be considered as one of the best adventurous journey to enjoy the thrill of walking adventure over 5000 meters Himalayan pass. Overnight stay at Gokyo Ri.

  • 13

    Today we visit the breathtaking Gokyo Lakes admist the mighty Himalayan Ranges and in the midst of the stunning worlds highest mountains on the backdrop.After a hearts content of seeing such spectacular offerings of the nature, we head down towards the tiny hamlet of Dole for the night halt.

  • 14

    Today we descent further downwards and return to Namache Bazaar from where we had taken a different route to reach EBC.

  • 15

    From Namache Bazaar, we further retrace our steps to reach Phakding for a lunch break and further arriving to Lukla where it all started.

  • 16

    Lukla to Kathmandu - Early morning, we fly back to Kathmandu. Rest of the day can be used for local sight-seeing and for leisure activities and shopping. Overnight stay at Kathmandu.

  • 17

    This day is reserved as a buffer day and will be adjusted as per the above itinenary.

  • 18

    With a memories of a lifetime, we return to Kathmandu airport and say a warm goodbye to this magnificant land.

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Things to Carry: Everest Base Camp with Gokyo Ri

  • Backpack (40 to 60 Litres) 
  • Trekking Shoes (with rubber sole) 
  • 3-4 Cotton shirts 
  • 2 Trekking Pants or track pants 
  • Sweater OR Pullover OR Jacket 
  • Thermal wear (optional) 
  • Daypack (optional if you are offloading the backpack) 
  • Waist Pouch (to keep important things handy) 
  • Woollen Scarf or Buff 
  • Woollen & Cotton socks (4-5 Pairs) 
  • Chappals 
  • Gloves (1 pair woollen, 1 pair waterproof) 
  • Light raincoat or Poncho 
  • Headlamp or Led Torch (with extra batteries) 
  • Trekking Pole (optional) 
  • Water Bottle 
  • Lunch Box 
  • Electoral Powder or ORS or Glucon-D 
  • Sewing Kit (Thread, Needle, Buttons) 
  • Sun glasses (Avoid Blue Shade) 
  • Note book & Pen 
  • Camera (optional) 
  • Toiletries (Sunscreen, Cold Cream, Toothbrush, Toothpaste, Shampoo, etc.) 
  • Small and big plastic bags 
  • Backpack Rain cover 
  • Personal medical Kit (Pain Killer, Band-aid, antiseptic cream, cotton)

Important Notes: Everest Base Camp with Gokyo Ri

Trek Fee Includes

    3 nights Accommodations in Kathmandu. • Airport/Hotel/Airport transfers. • Kathmandu to Lukla to Kathmandu flight. • Domestic Airport Tax. • Basic accommodation during trek (2-3 beded common room) • 1 Guide for entire trek days (includes their food, accommodation and daily wages). • Yaks for carring the luggages for entire trek days • Guide and Yak man insurance • All the necessary permits for trek. • All the government Taxes.

Fees Do Not Include

    Meals + beverages, soft drinks and mineral water • Any Personal expenses. • Your travel insurance • International airfare • Tipping • Any service which is not included in service included section