Trip At Glance
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Group Size2-15 Persons
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Max Elevation5545 Meters
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GradeAdventurous and Challenging (on snow conditions)
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DestinationNepal
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TransportationFlight/Bus
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AccommodationTea House/Lodge
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CostContact Us
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Trip Length17 days
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Best MonthSpring & Autumn
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WIFIAvailable
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RegionEverest Region
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Trip ModeTea House
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MealB/L/D
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Trekking StyleTea House
overview
Trip Overview
Do you know that Everest Region is an epitome of all Himalayan adventures? The region boasts the best superlative things. Therefore, trekkers wish to visit this amazing destination of Nepal Trekking. Gokyo Lake to Everest Base Camp Trekking is the walking adventure towards the blue turquoise lake up in the Himalayas. Tramping Himalaya Adventures is the reliable trekking agency for the relentless and amicable trekking holiday in Nepal. For more than a decade, the agency has been working hard to offer the value of all the travel investment made by the guest.
The trip is also called as the EBC Chola Pass Trek. Therefore, don’t get mistaken on the name. Trekkers will be able to cross the world famous Chola Pass (5367 m) as well as be at the base camp of the Mt. Everest. The journey is wholesome experience and also regarded as the Khumbu Circuit Trek. Everest Base Camp and Gokyo Lake are the famous places of the region. The trip encompasses these places in the itinerary. Therefore, you will be able to get the wholesome experiences.
Itinerary of Gokyo Lake EBC Chola Pass Trek
Like every Everest Region trekking, the trip starts from Lukla. Trekkers meet the trekking crew members in Lukla and start to walk along the Dudhkoshi River. The first day is all about getting familiarized with the environment of the Khumbu. The second day of the trekking is alluring as the trekkers get the astounding scenery of Mt. Everest (8848.86 m) for the first time. There are numerous suspension bridges and Sherpa hamlets along the way.
The first acclimatization activity is done in Namche Bazaar. Everest View Hotel is the final destination in the acclimatization hiking as trekkers will be able to see numerous mountains. Major mountain vista during the hike is of Thamserku, Amadablam, Lhotse, Nuptse, Everest, Cholatse, Tabuche, etc. These mountains are definitely the most serene thing to gaze at. After the acclimatization activities, trekkers head to Dole via Mongla Danda leaving the Everest Base Camp Trek trail. The route is narrow on the ridge and the narrow valley. The scenery of the mountains like Cholatse and Choyou light up the trip.
There are five lakes as a major lake system of the Gokyo Lake. Under the Ramsar listed site, the place offers the quintessential trekking moments. Moreover, spending overnight at the third Gokyo Lake is effervescent. Likewise, the hiking of Gokyo Ri offers the panoramic mountain vistas as far as the Mt. Makalu. After the exploration of the Gokyo Valley, trekkers head towards Chola Pass. Upon crossing the Chola Pass, trekkers reach Lobuche and meet the Everest Base Camp Trek route.
Walking over the moraine and glacier, trekkers reach the Everest Base Camp. Furthermore, trekkers hike the Kalapathar (5545 m) for the sunrise experience. The return trip to Lukla is through Pheriche, Namche, Monjo and Phakding.
Gokyo Lake
There are five lakes in the Gokyo Lake System. These lakes are listed within the Ramsar Conservation Area. According to the local myth, these lakes are connected underground as well. The third lake is the most popular among these five lakes. You can find few teahouses as well on the shores of the lake. The most interesting thing about the Gokyo Lake is the mirroring image of snowy mountains. Moreover, the Sherpa people consider the lake as the sacred place. No wonder, the location, shape, and purity of the lake resembles that god definitely resides here.
Chola Pass Crossing during Gokyo Lake to Everest Base Camp Trekking
There are three popular high altitude passes in the Everest region. They are Chola Pass, Kongma La Pass, and Renjo la Pass. You can cross these passes during Three High Passes Trekking. Among these high altitude passes Chola pass is the most popular one. It connects the famous and beautiful Gokyo Valley with the Everest Base Camp Trek route.
From the top of the Chola Pass, trekkers can get the great perspective of the mountains. Moreover, one can experience the mini mountaineering feel.
Book the Gokyo Lake to Everest Base Camp Trekking in Nepal with the team of Tramping Himalaya Adventures. We offer the best itinerary which is altitude friendly. Moreover, services during the trek with us always high and worthwhile. Don’t wait further! Contact our travel planners for an amazing walking holiday in the Khumbu region of Nepal.
ITINERARY
Detailed Itinerary
Cost Included
- Airport Pick up & Drop with private transport ( International & Domestic )
- Hotel in Kathmandu 2 Nights 3-star standard with B/B Twin Sharing Basis
- Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu Flight Tickets
- Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu Flight Tickets for Guide
- Teahouse accommodation during the trek ( Twin Sharing Basis )
- Meals, Breakfast, Lunch, and dinner during the trek
- Well English Speaking of government license holder guide
- Porter service (2 trekkers: 1 porter)
- Guide/Assistant guides and Porters their salary, Insurance, Equipment, and lodging & fooding
- Tramping Himalaya Adventures Duffel bag & T-shirt
- All the necessary paperwork, Trekking/permits
- Carried by your guide Medical Kit
- All government taxes
- Down Jacket If you need it ( To be returned after the trip )
- Oxi-meter to check the pulse, Oxygen saturation, and heart rate
- Unlimited Chlorine-treated safe drinking water
Cost Excluded
- Nepalese visa fee ( Bring the right cash in USD and 2 passport-size photographs )
- 15 Days USD 30, 30 Days USD 50, 90 Days USD 125,
- Airfare International
- Excess baggage charges (if you have more than 15 kg of luggage, the cargo charge is around $1.5 per kg)
- Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu in case of early arrival, late departure, or early return from the mountain (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary
- Lunch and evening meals in Kathmandu
- Travel and rescue insurance
- Personal expenses (phone calls, internet, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, extra porters, bottle or boiled water, shower, wifi, etc.)
- Optional trips and sightseeing if extended
- Expenses arising from unforeseen circumstances beyond the control of Tramping Himalaya Adventures
- Tips and gratuities
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Some Additional Information
Fixed Departure
SN | Start Date | Trip Duration | Cost Per Person | Availability | Join Group |
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1 | 2024-12-07 | 17 Days | USD 1900 | Available | Book Now |