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Everest Base Camp Chola Pass Gokyo Trek
Trip Highlights
Experience the unparalleled thrill and sense of achievement while standing at the base of the world's highest peak, Everest.
Discover the stunning beauty of the turquoise Gokyo Lakes, a series of six lakes that form the world's highest freshwater lake system.
Feel the adrenaline rush as you cross the Cho La Pass, a high-altitude mountain pass that connects Everest Base Camp with the Gokyo Valley.
Trek through traditional Sherpa villages, learn about their rich history and experience their unique local culture.
Know Before You Go
- Climatic conditions in the high altitudes vary from the plains; take adequate time to get acclimatized to high altitudes.
- Consult a physician before undertaking the trek. Carry basic medications and a first-aid kit during the trek.
- It is recommended to carry enough warm clothes and the right kind of shoes for the trek.
- Pay heed to the trek guides and instructors in order to enjoy a safe and sound trek
- Avoid consumption of alcohol or any other intoxicants during the trek.
- The trek takes place through an eco-friendly zone; do not encourage littering the local sites or campsites. Travelers littering may be fined.
- Do not encourage trekking during the night unless it is a part of the itinerary and a guide is with you; this might lead to unforeseen mishaps.
- Avoid using plastic bags and maintain the ecological balance of the destinations.
- Professional guide(s) are available to ensure high safety and more information and personal attention which are necessary to appreciate a trek.
- Any personal expenses, items of personal nature, meals not mentioned, etc. will not be in part of the package.
- Carry dry snacks/food from home (you will save a lot of money). Carry water bottles with you, so that you can refill.
- Keep your luggage minimum; the more you carry, the more you hassle.
- Please carry a valid ID proof.
- The exact location of the the starting point of the trek will be shared post booking.
- Ensure you are in good physical condition. This trek is challenging and requires a high level of fitness.
- Comprehensive travel insurance is mandatory, covering high-altitude trekking and emergency evacuation.
- Pack lightweight and prioritize weather-appropriate gear.
Additional Information
About Everest Base Camp Chola Pass Gokyo Trek:
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
Quick Facts:
Everest Base Camp Chola Pass Gokyo Trek Maximum Altitude: 18,200 ft.
Duration: 17D/16N
Trek Difficulty Level: Difficult
Total Trek Distance: 146 km
Everest Base Camp Chola Pass Gokyo Trek Temperature: The temperature typically varies from 20°C to -10°C
Best Time for Mt Everest Base Camp Chola Pass Trek: April - Early June, September - Mid December
ATM: Namche Bazaar has the last ATM point before your trek begins
Start point/Endpoint: Kathmandu
Nearest Airport: Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu
Base Camp: Lukla
Mount Everest Base Camp Trekking Inclusions:
➔ Domestic flights (Ramechhap - Lukla - Ramechhap)
➔ Airport pick up and drop in Kathmandu
➔ Hotel transfers from Kathmandu to Ramechaap
➔ Accommodation during the trekking period in tea house/Mountain Lodge (14 nights)
➔ Accommodation in Kathmandu hotel (02 nights)
➔ Trekking permits Sagarmatha National Park Permit, TIMS.
➔ Khumbu Region entry permit.
➔ Professional Certified Trek leader & Sherpa will assist and guide you during the trek
➔ Medical kit (carried by your trek leader)
➔ Oxygen cans/cylinder is available on request at an additional cost.
➔ All government and local taxes.
➔ Porter to carry up to 10 kgs of weight per trekker
Tips for Everest Base Camp Chola Pass Gokyo Trek
1) Bring enough money: There are no ATMs in Lukla, so one is advised to carry enough money with them in case of need for an emergency. And even for buying trekking equipment in Kathmandu. It is one of the best and cheapest place to buy the same.
2) Bring your own Tea: Yes, tea is very expensive at Everest. But getting hot water won’t cost you much. Carry your own tea bags to be used while on the EBC trek.
3) Mentally prepare yourself: As this is not an easy trek, you should prepare yourself mentally for the task that is ahead of you. This means, be prepared for extreme weather conditions, All accommodation on the trek to Everest Base Camp is in small tea houses, run by the local Sherpa people or Mountain Lodges. There are options for showers lower down on the trail, if you decide to use them, however, many people keep clean by using baby wipes and a bowl of warm water each day. The toilet situations can be difficult at times, as in the tea houses they are generally not Western-style toilets, rather just a hole in the ground instead of a toilet bowl
4) What to Carry: Warm clothes, sunglasses, trekking boots, gloves, trekking stick, woolen caps among other trekking equipment you want to carry. However, the most important thing to bring is a good pair of trekking shoes that you have hiked in previously. Kathmandu is a great place to buy trekking clothes that are both cheap and of decent quality. If you can bring your own sleeping bag otherwise you can rent one for about 500-600 rupees a day.
5) Prepare for extreme weather: If it’s sunny you might be surprised at how warm it can get during the day. Most trekkers wear t-shirts and shorts for the first few days while the elevation is still low. When the sun sets the temperatures to drop quickly. Wear a warm hat while sleeping and take a Nalgene bottle filled with hot water and keep it in your sleeping bag to stay warm.
6) Stay Hydrated: Make sure to drink plenty of water while on the trek. Do carry extra water bottles with you at all times.
7) Altitude Headaches: A headache can be one of the first signs of altitude problems. Do carry suitable medications for the same. Small headaches are common and should not stop you from trekking or worry you. However, if it persists or increases, it might be advisable to ascend or even trek down.
8) Avoid the Sun: Taking care of your skin and eyes are important. Sunburns happen much quicker at high elevation so make sure to apply sunscreen a few times a day and wear a hat. Sunglasses are a must-have and if you wear prescription glasses it’s good to come to Nepal with a pair of prescription sunglasses or at least a clip-on.
9) Dress in Layers: Layering allows you to easily regulate your body temperature and stay comfortable while Mount Everest trekking. It’s even better if your layers have zippers so that you have even more control of your body temperature.
10) Bring a camera: This trek is one of the most beautiful Himalayan Treks. So much so, that one would want to stop at every step and take pictures to make memories for life.
11) Bring Extra Batteries/Charging Packs: In the cold, your batteries will die much quicker than they do at home. This holds true for basically every kind of electronics you'll be using from phones to cameras to kindles. While some of the tea houses allow you to charge things, they all charge you for it (some more than others). An easy way to avoid this is to bring spare batteries and a portable charger.
How To Reach Kathmandu:
By Air
Kathmandu is served by the Tribhuvan International Airport, Which Is The Only International Airport in The Country. Several Direct Flights Fly From Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Bangalore And Varanasi to Kathmandu. Popular Airlines That Operate Regularly are Air India, IndiGo And Nepal Airlines
By Road
You Can reach Kathmandu By Bus From Either Gorakhpur Or Varanasi To The Nepalese Border at Sunauli. From Sunauli One Can Take a Local Bus To Kathmandu.
By Train
There Is No Rail Line To Reach Kathmandu Till Date. However, There's a Train Originating From Jainagar (India) To Janakpur (Nepal). From Janakpur It's a 6 Hours Drive To The City
Group Departures for EVEREST BASE CAMP 2024 :
➔ March: 1,4,6,9.19,23,25,27
➔ April: 4,5,7,9,12,13,14,15,20,21,22,29
➔ May: 1, 4,5, 9,12,13,14, 20,21,25, 29,30
➔ June: 1,5,8