The Everest Base Camp Trek itinerary through Gokyo Lakes and Chola Pass is designed for those Hikers who want to take on greater challenges and “remain off the beaten path” while traversing rural Nepalese terrain with beautiful scenes of Himalayas and vegetation.
The Everest Base Camp Trek via Gokyo Lakes and Chola Pass itinerary is designed to explore the scenic and beautiful turquoise lake in the Gokyo Valley and the famed Chola Pass takes us through the Khumbu regions milestone, including majestically rising mountains, historical monasteries, friendly Sherpas, and their culture, the Namche Bazaar, Sagarmatha National Park, and of course, Everest Base Camp.
The trip to the base of the world's altitudinous peak is marked by stunning views from well-Known overlooks similar to Gokyo Ri and Kala Patthar. We also get amazing views of the Khumbu Glacier on our Hike. In a nutshell, exploring Everest Base camp through Gokyo Lakes will be a kind of a lifetime experience with stirring views of Mt. Cho Oyu, Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, Nuptse, Ama Dablam, Pumori, and Tengboche Monastery – Nepal’s Largest Friary.
Yolo Hike airport representative will receive you at the airport and transfer you to the Hotel in Kathmandu as denoted in the itinerary. All the trip plans will be discussed. You will be given the permits and necessary documents which we will prepare before your arrival. The welcome dinner is organized and guides are introduced. Overnight at Hotel
Today after a light breakfast, we visit a variety of places in Kathmandu Valley. You will explore Pashupatinath Temple and worship lord Shiva and learn about the culture more vastly, next stop will be Guheswori Temple one of the holiest temple 1 km east of Pashupatinath on the bank of the Bagmati river. We will then drive a short distance to the Boudhanath Stupa. In Boudhanath, wander the Tibetan-inspired streets and illustrate some local delicacies, Final destination will be Jalnarayan Temple (Sleeping Vishnu, Budanilkantha) which takes around 45 minutes and stretches into Shivapuri National Park, worship Lord Vishnu, and Transfer to Hotel.
We will take the packed breakfast or arrange the very early morning breakfast at the hotel (Depending on the flight time). We will then head towards Domestic Airport for the flight to Lukla. It is about 35 minutes of flight and offers lots of mountain vistas and landscapes. This flight is also an adventure in itself. Once we land in Lukla we will take a tea break and meet the rest of the crew members (porters & Sherpa helpers).
After breakfast, we start our journey toward Namche. Today is a hard day for walking as it has steep ascents. However, the view is fantastic and you will stop numerous times to capture the marvelous view. As we reach Monjo we will have to enter the Sagarmatha National Park which is listed as the UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE
Today is for acclimatization to the altitude. We will follow the standard protocol to avoid altitude sickness. Hike higher and rest lower is the main principle. Therefore, we will hike to Everest View Hotel (3880 m). The view of Mt. Everest, Thamserku, Amadablam, Cholatse, Nuptse, and Lhotse is breathtaking from place.
After light breakfast, we start by climbing a ridge for a great look down the valley to Kangtaiga as well as up to Cho Oyu (8153 m). As the trail goes through Phangkha, where you might have to tackle with avalanche and had a tough history. We next descend to the riverside before ascending a steep trail to the Ngazumpa Glacier's terminal moraine. The trail levels out after crossing an iron bridge over a creek and continues the valley through the first lake, Longpongo, at 4690 meters. We get an opportunity to see lama footprints on a stone at this point.
The hiking of Gokyo Ri for sunrise is the best highlight of this trekking. You can view mountains as far as Mt. Makalu from this famous viewpoint. Everest, Choyou, Lhotse, Nuptse, Pumori, Makalu, Amadablam, Cholatse, Kwangde, and many others can be witnessed in 360 degrees. Another hike takes place to 5th Lake is the best place to witness Everest from a different angle. The magnificent Tibetan side can be seen from the Fifth Lake area.
Today will be one of the most difficult days of the trip. The Cho La pass is not challenging in and of itself, but it is steep and includes a glacier crossing on the eastern side. We must be cautious because the trail is vertical, and ice-glazed boulders may cause problems by making the trail slick. Phedi's trail climbs through a ravine and along a steep path. We arrive at the top of the pass, which is decked with prayer flags, after hiking across the side of a frozen lake. Even as Cholatse peaks to the west, Lobuche to the east, and Baruntse rises sharply to our right, the pyramidal Ama Dablam presides over a range of mountains on the south. Before we reach Dzongla Village, we must cross through some crevasses. Cholatse, Ama Dablam, and Lobuche mountains, as well as Pheriche Village, are all visible from the village.
Finally, today is the day we visit Everest Base Camp. Before EBC we will have to walk through moraines and glaciers towards Gorakshep. We will take lunch at Gorakshep and check-in in the room. After brief rest, we will then hike towards Everest Base Camp.
We begin our walk to Kala Pathar early in the morning to enjoy spectacular views of Mt. Everest as the sun rises. However, we must be prepared to journey in the dark and in freezing temperatures (the temperature varies according to the season). Additionally, there is always the possibility of frigid winds, which are extremely prevalent. The familiar peaks of Lingtren, Khumbutse, Changtse, Everest, and Nuptse tower above us as we continue our walk. We shall reach the summit of Kala Patthar after several hours of ascent. From Kalapathar, the view of Mt. Everest and other Himalayan peaks is breathtaking. We take in the breathtaking Himalayan views before descending to Pheriche, where we will spend the night.
We will head back to Lukla. At night after or before breakfast we will have a small farewell party for all the porters who joined from Lukla. This is the day of celebration. You can stroll around Lukla town in the evening if you like.
