Everest Base Camp with Gokyo Lake Trek

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Everest Base Camp with Gokyo Lake Trek

17 Days Starting in Kathmandu and ending in kathmandu

Visiting: Kathmandu, Phakding, Namche, Tengboche, Dingboche, Lobuche, Everest Base Camp, Dzongla, Thagnag, Gokyo, namche, Lukla

Tour operator:

Sherpa Expedition & Trekking

Tour code:

EBCWGLT1

Recommended For:

18-30 somethings

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

1 - 10

Physical rating:

Challenging

Age range:

40-49

Special diets catered:

Vegans, Vegetarians, Kosher

Tour operated in:

English

From:

$1400

$1330 (USD) The Big ADVENTURE Sale: -$70

Tour Overview

The Everest base camp with Gokyo Lake is a fascinating and adventurous trek via the off-beaten trails in the Khumbu region. The off beaten trails make it more challenging than the Everest Base Camp (EBC) classic trail because of the high elevation of Cho La Pass, (5,420m) this pass is on the Gokyo trail in the Khumbu region. It is an adventure trek where we will be experiencing the high Mountains of Nepal, Mt. Everest Base Camp, and cross the Cho-la Pass at 5300+ meters. The combination of Mount Everest Base Camp, close views of Everest, the pretty Gokyo valley, and one of the famous highest viewpoints of Kalapatthar and Gokyo Ri make this trip one of the great treks in Nepal. During EBC with Gokyo lake trek we will get to experience the following magnificent peaks in Nepal Mount Everest at 8,848 m, Mount Lhotse at 8,516 m, Mount Makalu at 8,485 m, mount Cho-Oyu at 8,201 m, mount Nuptse, Mount Ama Dablam, and many more Himalayan peaks. We will also get to see amazing valleys, Ice-fall, and Nogzumpa glaciers. Sherpa Expedition and Trekking Team are looking forward to showing you Nepal and take you on one of Nepal's famous treks. EBC with Gokyo Lake trek requires that you are in good physical shape, able to walk 6-7 hours a day. If you are in doubt about your physical ability Sherpa team will support you as it will make it much easier for you.

Highlights

Visit Sherpa museum and Saturday market in Namche Bazar.
Experience Local Sherpa culture and glance of Yeti head in Khumjung village.
Hidden Gokyo valley, Gokyo Lake and Cho La Pass over 5420m
Magnificent view of peaks over 8000m including Mt. Everest (8,848m)
Impressive view of Khumbu Ice Fall

Places You'll See

Everest Base Camp With Gokyo Lake Trek

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Day 1 : Arrival In Kathmandu (1,350M) Transfer To Hotel.

Location: Kathmandu

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: No Meals

Upon arrival in the country of the Himalayas and ancient culture, you will be warmly greeted by our Sherpa Expedition and Trekking team at the airport. Later, you will be relocated by our representatives at the hotel in Thamel. Today no further activities.

Day 2 : Fly From Kathmandu To Lukla & Trek To Phakding (2640M) Duration: 4-5 Hours.

Location: Phakding

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today, for Kathmandu to Lukla flight we wake up around 5 am and drive to the Tribhuvan domestic airport in Kathmandu for about 25 minutes and fly to Lukla (33 minutes) We flight to Tenzing-Hillary Airport usually takes place early in the morning. We suggest you make all the sorting and packing Backpack the day before, so there is no rush on the third day of our trek Once we reach Lukla, have your breakfast while our Derpa guide will make an arrangement of porters. Starting the trek by descending towards the Dudh Kosi River where we join the main trek route to Namche Bazaar, located just above Chaunikharka (2,713 m). The trek is easy and after passing through the small village of Ghat, it is a short trek to Phakding. We will stay in Phakding at the teahouse.

Day 3 : Trek From Phakding To Namche Bazaar (3,441 M) Duration: 5-6 Hours.

Location: Namche

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, we start our trek early, we cross the so many suspension bridges laden with prayer flag where Dudh Koshi River is following our trail up to Namche Bazaar. Namche Bazaar is the main trading center in the Everest region. It is also known as Gateway to Everest Base Camp. In the Namche Bazaar many good facility hotels and restaurants along with proper pubs, banks, ATM, and cyber cafés. We, Will, stay in Namche Bazaar at the teahouse.

Day 4 - Namche Bazaar Acclimatization Day

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today, we will spend a day in Namche Bazaar in order to acclimatize and adjust our body at high altitude. After breakfast, we will trek a short distance to a museum that is celebrated for its exhibits of the traditional customs of the local Sherpa people. Then after we will also hike up the Everest View Hotel, one of the highest-placed hotels on the earth. From there, we can see panoramic views of the Himalayas including Mount Everest. We will spend a night in Namche at the teahouse.

Day 5 : Trek From Namche Bazaar To Tengboche (3860M) Duration: 5-6 Hours.

Location: Tengboche

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

We can see the stunning views of Khumbi La and Taboche on the trail. We should dress warmly because the cold wind blows throughout the path. Between Namche and Tengboche of the trek, there are two trails that divide into the lower and upper trail. To continue our journey, we take left. After some hours of walking, we reach our today’s destination beautiful Tengboche village. It is inhabited by Sherpa’s where their main source of income comes from tourism. In the Tengboche is an important and largest Buddhist Monastery, Tengboche Monastery where Mount Ama Dablam lies behind. We will stay in Tengboche at the teahouse.

Day 6 : Trek From Tengboche To Dingboche (4,410M) Duration: 4-5 Hours.

Location: Dingboche

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch

Today, we start our trek towards Dingboche (4,410m). The trek covers 9 Km and its very easy trail with going downhill on a fairly wide path covered with beautiful rhododendron forest. Then after a few hours of walk and crossing Suspension bridge over Imja River, it takes us to Pangboche village. We can see wide open areas where trekkers can view more beautiful landscapes On the whole trek. Walking trail above Pangboche, we will get a stunning view of the Himalayas and Pangboche Monastery. We move ahead towards the Imja valley and finally, we arrive Dingboche. We will stay in Dingboche at the teahouse.

Day 7 - Dingboche Acclimatization And Rest Day

Location: Dingboche

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today is another acclimatization in Dingboche. This is a popular stop for trekkers and climbers headed to Mt. Everest, Ama Dablam, or Imja Tse. It is also a Sherpa village. There is also a helicopter landing pad with an internet café and one of the world’s highest billiard parlors. After breakfast we will hike to Nagarjuna Hill for acclimatization, From here we see a great view of the many Himalayas which takes some hour of a hike from Dingboche. We will stay in Dingboche at the teahouse.

Day 8 : Trek From Dingboche To Lobuche (4,910M) Duration: 5-6 Hours.

Location: Lobuche

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today after breakfast, start with a climb to the chorten trail that is a gentle climb for about one and a half hours. Then after we get to Thugla at 4600m with a tea house. we will have lunch at Thugla before climbing the steep part of the day’s trek for about one and a half hours. again we start to get close to high mountains like Mount Pumori and Mt. Nuptse after a while as we proceed towards Lobuche where only basic accommodation and food are provided. We will stay In Lobuche at Tea house.

Day 9 : Trek From Lobuche To Gorak Shep (5170 M), Visit Everest Base Camp (5364 M) Duration: 6-7 Hours.

Location: Everest Base Camp

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today is a very long day but a breathtaking day as you hike to Everest Base camp. The most iconic base camp in the world. Hike along the barren moraine of Khumbu Glacier until Gorak Shep; our night stay destination for tonight. We will settle our bags in a chosen lodge at Gorak Shep, take lunch, and continue for Everest Base Camp. The impressive visualization of towering peaks all over 360-degree is so unexplainable. If you are trekking in spring and autumn, you will see many camps of Everest climbers in Base Camp. Capture this immense beauty in your mind and camera. Walk around and return back to Gorak Shep for overnight stay.

Day 10 : Hike To Kala Patthar (5555 M), Then Trek To Dzongla (4830 M) Duration: 7-8 Hours

Location: Dzongla

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today, early morning we hike to Kalapatthar's viewpoint. We spend some time enjoying the sunrise on the splendid Himalayan ranges, relishing in a unique view Including Mount Everest and experience and head back to Lobuche. From Lobuche, a four hours hike will take us to Dzongla which is the only place where we can spend the night. We will stay in Dzongla at the teahouse.

Day 11 : Cross Cho La Pass (5,420M) & Trek To Thangag (4,600M) Duration: 7-8 Hours.

Location: Thagnag

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Very early morning, we start our trek from Dzongla to the Cho-la pass. The trek over the glacier is an enjoyable experience if you can make the trip during the best season (Autumn and Spring)otherwise excess snow makes it impossible to cross the pass. As the darkness returns we trek down to Tagnag to spend the overnight there.

Day 12 : Trek From Thagnag To Gokyo (4,800M) & Visit Fifth Lake.

Location: Gokyo

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today a short day trek as we reach Gokyo in about 3-4 hours just in time to have lunch. Then after we spend the rest of the day visit the Gokyo valley. After Lunch, we can also explore the glaciers and turquoise lakes of the Gokyo valley while witnessing the spellbinding views of the Himalayan giants like Mount Everest, Mount Cho-yu, Mount Lhotse Mount Makalu, and others. We will stay in Gokyo at the teahouse.

Day 13 : Hike Up To Gokyo Ri (5,357M) & Trek To Dole (4,200M) Duration: 5-6 Hours.

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today early morning, climb up to Gokyo-RI. Every step of the steep climb is worth it once we reach the Top and see the astonishing views of the Gokyo valley, the Ngozumpa glacier, and a panoramic scene of the Khumbu Himalayan giants. After spending some time on Gokyo Ri, we will trek down to Dole where we spend the night. We will stay in Dile at the tea house.

Day 14 : Trek From Dole To Namche Bazaar (3,440M) Duration: 5-6 Hours.

Location: namche

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, We will continue our trek down the Tenzing Norgay Sherpa home town of Khumjung, leaving the mountains in the backdrop. We will trek down to the village of Namche bazaar, the epitome of Sherpa culture. We will stay in Namche at the teahouse.

Day 15 : Trek From Namche To Lukla (2,840M) Duration: 7-8 Hours.

Location: Lukla

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, we head to Lukla, It is around a seven-hour long walk downhill from Namche to Lukla. Today, our time at the exotic Sagarmatha National Park will come to an end. Following day, we will board a plane to Kathmandu. We will bid goodbye to this trek with a memorable walk down to Lukla. enjoy our final glimpses of the Himalayas and immerse ourselves in the fresh crisp air for one last time. we will stay in Lukla at the hotel.

Day 16 : Fly From Lukla To Kathmandu (1350M) Duration: 30 Minutes Flight.

Location: Kathmandu

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast, early morning, we will catch a plane from Lukla to Kathmandu. Don’t forget to pick a seat on the right side, to see the insatiable mountains again. On reaching Kathmandu, you will be escorted by Sherpa Expedition and Trekking Team to your hotel.

Day 17 : Day 17 - Final Departure From Kathmandu.

Location: Kathmandu

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today has come to leave this remarkable country. Sherpa Expedition and Trekking representatives will transfer you to the International airport from where you’ll board your flight and backpedal home with a heart and soul full of memories. Because once is never enough!

What's Included

Accommodation

Two night’s standard twin sharing Hotel in Kathmandu with breakfast. Trekking Lodge (Tea House) accommodation during the trek.
Meals – Full Board

Three meals a day (Breakfast, lunch, and dinner) during the trek. Fresh fruit every evening after dinner.
Guide & Porter

A highly experienced, helpful, knowledgeable, friendly, English speaking well trained, Government license holder guide. Strong, helpful Sherpa porters with proper safety equipment and walking equipment.
All Domestic Transportation (including internal flights)

Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu flight with private airport transfer and domestic airport tax.
Airport Transfers at Destination

Airport picks up and transports by private Car/Jeep.
Tims & Permit

All necessary paperwork including Sagamartha National Park Entry Permit & Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality fees. Government taxes and official expenses.
Additional service

Comprehensive medical supplies (first aid kit will be available). Arrangement of emergency helicopter service (paid by your Travel Insurance Company). Use of sleeping bag, down jacket, duffel bag and walking poles (if you don’t have your own, to be returned after trip completed). Everest base camp trekking route map. Oxygen meter to check your pulse and oxygen saturation and heart rate twice daily (Very useful to check Altitude Mountain Sickness(AMS) symptoms) which will ensure your health during the trek. Assistant guide for groups of 8 or more people.

What's Not Included

Drinks with Meals

Meals whilst you are in Kathmandu - lunch, and dinner.

All the alcoholic and nonalcoholic cold and hot drinks on trek ( i.

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those you choose to purchase along the way and during evenings in the tea houses) All desserts & sweet things like chocolate, cake, pie, pudding.

Meals whilst you are in Kathmandu - lunch, and dinner.
Country Entry Visas

Nepal entry visa fee (easy to obtain the visa on arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport – Kathmandu).

$25 USD for 15 day visa.
International flight

International airfare.
Personal Expenses

Hot shower and battery charging at the tea houses.

Excess baggage of more than 10 kg for Lukla flight.
Tipping and Gratuities

Tips for the guide, porter, and driver (tipping is expected)

Check out our Q&As

What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?

Travelers will be provided with 3 start hotels in cities and lodges or tea houses during the trek.
Are airport transfers included in this tour?

Yes, Airport transfer is included.
Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?

Yes, there will be an escort accompanying this tour.
Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?

Yes, passengers from another country are participating in this tour.
Is there a limit to luggage that can be brought on the tour?

Yes, Sherpa Expedition and Trekking will provide one porter for two trekkers to carry 20 kgs of luggage (maximum 10 kg for each trekker).

Do you require a visa for this holiday?

Yes, a visa is required for this holiday.
Are vaccinations required for this tour?

No vaccines are required for this tour.
Are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour?

No, the entry visa is not included.
Is there a supplement for solo travellers?

Yes, there is a supplementary for travelers.
Is free Wi-Fi available in the accommodation used?

Yes, most guesthouses offer Wi-Fi, for a small charge. it cost USD 2-$5 per day.
Are children permitted to take part in the tour?

Yes, Children are permitted to take part in this tour. But the children must be above 14 years.
Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?

Yes, the names and details of the accommodation in cities will be made known to the travelers. But during the trek in the mountain to let know all the accommodation it’s not possible at all.
Are flights included in this tour?

Domestic flights are included in this tour.
Company Instant Book

Yes, we have an instant booking system
Are all entrance fees included in the price?

Sightseeing in the city entrance fee is excluded.
What happens if a group doesn’t make its minimum required number of passengers?

Our trip is 100% guaranteed so even if the group does not match the number of minimum person tour will depart.
Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?

Yes, there free time to explore places during the tour.
Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?

Yes, our all-local guides on the tour are English Speaking.
Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?

We can assist with preorder post-tour accommodation
Do I need insurance for Everest Base Camp With Gokyo Lake Trek?

Make sure to have both medical and evacuation insurance before coming to Nepal for Everest Base Camp With Gokyo Lake trekking. You should be careful in choosing a policy while traveling to a Himalayan country like Nepal as some insurance companies may make special exceptions for adventure travel. If you are confused about the insurance, please inform us and we will help you. It is usually better to arrange your insurance in your country before travel.
What is the fitness level required to do this tour?

As long as you are reasonably fit, can walk for 6-7 hours a day and trek/hike a few uphills, Sherpa Expedition and Trekking team will support you to the fullest to transform your dream into reality.
What is the tipping policy?

The usual, sensible recommendation is 20% of salary, which means about USD $5 for the guide and USD $4 for the porters per day.
What currencies are required for this tour?

Nepalese rupees is required for this tour.
What is the maximum group size?

The maximum group size is 10.
Is the tour coach air conditioned?

No, this tour doesn’t couch air conditioning.
Can I join the tour once it has departed?

No, you cant joing the tour once it has departed.
Am I contributing to any charity by booking the tour?

Yes, your booking amount will be contributed to the charity.
What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

TAAN, NMA, TripAdvisor, TourRadar, NTB
What documents will I receive before I travel?

No documents will be provided before you Travel.
What essential documents/items do I need to bring with me?

You must bring a valid passport (must be valid for up to 6 months, keep an extra photocopy just in case), a copy of your travel insurance, cash, flight tickets, emergency contact numbers of insurance and family members and any medications.
Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?

Yes, we operate a single share option and you need to pay extra if you're a solo traveler as a single supplement.
How long has the tour company been trading?

Our company has been trading since 1977 A.D
Will somebody come to pick me up at the Airport upon my arrival?

Yes, our Airport Representative will come to the airport to pick you up. Outside of Terminal Hall, he/she will be displaying a play card of Sherpa Expedition and Trekking Team Pvt. Ltd. with your name on it. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to hotel or our office.
Does Sherpa Expedition and Trekking pvt. ltd accepts credit cards?

Yes, we accept Visa and Master Card for payment (not American Express). The bank will be charge 4.5 % extra to paying by cards.
Can I get Nepal visa on arrival or online?

Yes, you can get on arrival tourist visa at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu. Most of the people can obtain visa on entry to Nepal. There are some countries visa will need to be organised prior to travelling. $30 USD for 15 days of visa from the date of issue, $50 USD for 30 days and $125 USD for 90 days tourist visa.You can apply visa online.
Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

Yes, the accommodations included meeting local health and safety regulations.
What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

You can easily change your holiday date easily even after you have once booked.
Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?

Sherpa Expedition and Trekking staffs like a guide, porter, and other staffs will be your travelling companions on the tour.
What currency should I bring to Nepal?

We advise you to bring US dollars /British pound s/Euros to pay for your visa, trip cost and other expenses. Most major currencies are usually accepted also. It is always better to travel with US dollars.

Reviews from Travellers on this Tour

Nicholas

Wonderful trek EBC with Choi la Pass

27-Oct-2019

This is one of the most enjoyable life time experience. Thank you for the sherpa Expedition and Trekking team for making my journey to Gokyo with EBC such a wonderful experience.

Milagros

Awesome Trekking

16-Sep-2019

Thanks for organizing my most unforgettable trek to Everest Base Camp. I inquired on quite a number of outfitters, and I can say I didn't make a mistake in choosing Sherpa Expedition and Trekking. Their package is reasonably priced and their service is excellent. I have no complains on their choice of hotel in Kathmandu and lodges along the trek.

Dimitri

Everest base camp with Gokyo

08-Oct-2019

Very well-organized agency. The managing director met me at the airport on arrival in Katmandu. Everything as promised in the package, with the exception of the trekking map (he forgot it but no big deal). Very good guide who spoke good English, very professional and helpful. Extras such as safe drinking water, WIFI, alcoholic drinks not included in package.

Regan

Best Time Ever

08-May-2019

Company were very responsive and efficient. Answered all my questions and made sure I had a good time. Fantastic company!

Makayla

EBC Trek with Ram!

31-Dec-2019

We recently got the opportunity to go trekking in Nepal and had a wonderful time! Ram was our guide. He was very friendly and fun to be around and he made the Everest Base Camp with Gokyo Lake trek much easier to navigate! I enjoyed having him around to share knowledge and laughter. :)

Milagros

Highly Recommend

06-Aug-2019

I recently returned from Nepal and prior to booking my trip I consulted with different companies all with excellent reviews. Upon communicating with all of them and negotiating a price I decided to go with Sherpa Expedition and Trekking. I was not disappointed. I was welcomed after two days of flying to get to Kathmandu at 11:30 pm with plenty of smiles and a ride to the hotel from the airport. The EBC trek was amazing with my guide.

Julieta

Great EBC Trek

08-May-2019

From the time Sherpa Expedition and Trekking staff picked us up to the time we said goodbye at the airport, the entire trip was perfect. I did EBC trek included water rafting and paragliding. Managing Director was fast and efficient in his email response before and after the trip. I found the charges reasonable. He answered to all my questions and would accede to my requests if reasonable. In person, he's a warm and friendly man that you will feel comfortable with.

Princeton

Gokyo and EBC

12-Sep-2019

Sherpa Expedition and Trekking is an honest and helpful travel agency, I was trap at Lukla due to bad weather, flight has been cancelled for few days before I arrived Lukla. I was afraid and seeking help from Sherpa Expedition and Trekking Team to bring forward my flight as I don't want to miss any chances if there is any flight available, unfortunately my flight was cancelled as well even though Sherpa Expedition and Trekking managed to bring my flight forward. In the end, I left Lukla with a chopper by sharing the cost with other tourists.

Corban

Go with The Best

05-Aug-2019

It was difficult to choose a tour operator for our EBC trip, but after finally making a decision we were so glad we chose Sherpa Expedition and Trekking. Owner was brilliant to deal with through the booking process and even transferred us from the airport to our hotel the day before our tour commenced. They really went the extra mile to make our experience as great as it could be and keep us safe too.

Kamren

Next Level Trek

19-Aug-2019

My wife and I did the Everest Base Camp Trek as organized by Sherpa Expedition and Trekking. We read guidebooks and numerous websites leading up to this trip, but nothing quite captured the awesomeness of the just being there in person. Each day of our trek was physically and mentally exhausting, but our guide saw to it that we were looked after - be it on the trail, dining, or settling in at the lodge each night.

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