Everest Base Camp Gokyo Chola Pass Trekking

21 Days

Nepal

Moderate

Trekking and Tour

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Numerous treks of the Everest region, better known as Everest Circuit trekking, and Chola Pass trekking, is for those trekkers who want to do the Everest in combination with the Gokyo Valley trek in a few adventurous with several opportunities to the scenic grandeur of the majestic Everest and other peaks from various points.

This ultimate trek takes to the base of Mt. Everest crossing through the high altitude Cho La pass (5420m). The most remarkable features of this trek are the opportunity to summit both Gokyo-Ri (5340m) and Kala Pattar (5554m) for the superb outlook of Mt. Everest (8848m), Mt. Lhotse (8516m), Mt. Makalu (8463m), Mt. Cho Oyu (8201m) and Mt. Nuptse (7855m) and the tremendous ice ridge between Mt. Cho Oyu (8201m) and Mt. Gyachung (7922m).

Moreover, a visit to the Everest Base Camp provides a chance to witness the amazing Khumbu icefall up close. Similarly to many other treks of the Everest region, Chola pass trekking also starts from Lukla, through the home of the legendary Sherpas, following the highly praised trekking route from side to side the Doodh Koshi River, its source of the Gokyo Lake.

The hidden valley of Gokyo with elegant blue lakes in the lap of the great Himalayas has its own different repute among the exploratory souls in search of tranquility. Trekkers to the Everest Base Camp often crave even then Gokyo as a side trip to make their journey complete and take advantage of the sufficient natural beauty of shimmering Lakes.

Trip Highlights

Trekking Destination: Everest Base Camp via Chola Pass Trekking
Group Size:                 Min. 2 & Max
Minimum altitude: 2860m
Maximum altitude:     5545 m
Grade:                        Moderate and Fairly Strenuous
Season:                     Spring & Autumn
Accommodation:       Hotel and Lodge Tea House
Duration:                   21 Days

Outline Itinerary

Day 01:Arrive at Kathmandu airport and participate in welcome dinner party organized by UNO Travels and Adventures.
Day 02:Sightseeing Tour in Kathmandu City
Day 03:Fly Kathmandu to Lukla Airport (2840m) (35min) and trek Lukla to Phakding (2610m) (3:30 hours)
Day 04:Trek Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3440m) (5:30 hours)
Day 05:Rest day for acclimatization day and explore of Sherpa museum and Monastery
Day 06:Trek Namche Bazaar to Tengboche (3860m) (5 hours)
Day 07:Trek Tengboche to Dingboche (4410m) (5:30 hours)
Day 08:Rest day for Acclimatization and explore about Dingboche
Day 09:Trek Dingboche to Labuche (4910m) (5:30 hours)
Day 10:Trek Labuche to Gorakshep (5153m) (3:30 hours)
Day 11:TrekGorakshep to Everest Base Camp (5360m) and back to Gorekshep (5:30 hours)
Day 12:Hike up Gorakshep to Kalapathar (5545m) and trek down to Lobuche (4919m) (3 hours)
Day 13:Trek Labuche to Zongla (4900m) via the Chola-la Pass (5420m) (6:30 hours)
Day 14:Trek Zongla to Thagna (4900m) (4:30 hours)
Day 15:Trek Thagna to Gokyo (4790m) and trek down to Gokyo lakes (4:30 hours)
Day 16:Climb Gokyo Lakes to Gokyo Ri and trek down Gokyo Ri to Machhermo (4210m) (5:30 hours)
Day 17:Trek Machhermo to Namche Bazaar (3440m) (5:00 hours)
Day 18:Trek Namche Bazaar to Lukla (2804m) (6:30 hours)
Day 19:Fly Lukla to Kathmandu (35min)
Day 20:Sightseeing Tour in Kathmandu Valley
Day 21:UNO Travels and Adventures drop in International Airport for Home Country.

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Detail Itinerary

Day 1Arrive at Kathmandu airport and participate in welcome dinner party organized by UNO Travels and Adventures.
Day 2Sightseeing Tour in Kathmandu City
Day 3Fly Kathmandu to Lukla Airport (2840m) (35min) and trek Lukla to Phakding (2610m) (3:30 hours)
Day 4Trek Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3440m) (5:30 hours)
Day 5Rest day for acclimatization day and explore of Sherpa museum and Monastery
Day 6Trek Namche Bazaar to Tengboche (3860m) (5 hours)
Day 7Trek Tengboche to Dingboche (4410m) (5:30 hours)
Day 8Rest day for Acclimatization and explore about Dingboche
Day 9Trek Dingboche to Labuche (4910m) (5:30 hours)
Day 10Trek Labuche to Gorakshep (5153m) (3:30 hours)
Day 11TrekGorakshep to Everest Base Camp (5360m) and back to Gorekshep (5:30 hours)
Day 12Hike up Gorakshep to Kalapathar (5545m) and trek down to Lobuche (4919m) (3 hours)
Day 13Trek Labuche to Zongla (4900m) via the Chola-la Pass (5420m) (6:30 hours)
Day 14Trek Zongla to Thagna (4900m) (4:30 hours)
Day 15Trek Thagna to Gokyo (4790m) and trek down to Gokyo lakes (4:30 hours)
Day 16Climb Gokyo Lakes to Gokyo Ri and trek down Gokyo Ri to Machhermo (4210m) (5:30 hours)
Day 17Trek Machhermo to Namche Bazaar (3440m) (5:00 hours)
Day 18Trek Namche Bazaar to Lukla (2804m) (6:30 hours)
Day 19Fly Lukla to Kathmandu (35min)
Day 20Sightseeing Tour in Kathmandu Valley
Day 21UNO Travels and Adventures drop in International Airport for Home Country.

What's Includes:

Airport / Hotel / Airport pick up & drop by private Vehicle.
Four-night standard accommodation in star level hotel in Kathmandu.
Meals on full board (Breakfast, lunch, and dinner) in trekking
All accommodations during the trek.
Everest trekking map.
Both ways Airfare from Kathmandu to Lukla and the same way come back.
An experienced Nepal Government licensed holder guide and porter to carry your luggage during the trek.
Food, drinks, accommodation, insurance, salary, equipment, transportation, and local taxes.
Group medical supplies (first aid kits).
All necessary paper works and national park entry permits.
Travel & Rescue arrangement.
All government taxes
If you are interested we can provide a video of this route.

What's Excludes:

Meals whilst in Kathmandu allow US$ 10 - US$ 12 per day.
Your Travel insurance.
International airfare.
Nepal entry visa ( You can obtain a visa easily upon your arrival at Nepal’s Airport in Kathmandu).
All kind drinks (Alcoholic, hot and cold drinks)
Personal shopping and laundry etc.
Personal trekking Equipment.
UNO Travels and Adventure's sleeping bag, down jackets, Duffle bag, and walking stick, if necessary.
Tips for trekking staff and driver.

Trip Note

Gokyo Chola Pass trekking is about the safety and well-being of our groups. All of our trips are led by qualified professional guides who are well-trained by Nepal Government. Our responsibility is to ensure your comfort and safety as we take your holiday. In this regard, we work honestly and effectively to provide you with the Himalayan experience that suits your interest. We encourage you to question us freely and contribute to the planning stages of your adventure in the trekking period.

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Trip Facts

Transportation:
Meals:Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
Accommodation:Hotel + Teahouses + Lodges
Altitude:5545m

Everest Base Camp Gokyo Chola Pass Trekking