Gokyo Lake & Everest Base Camp Trek
Tour Overview
Is the Everest Base Camp Trek the ultimate trekking experience? The answer is no. While the trek is amazing, it doesn't fully showcase the beauty of the Everest Region. The region is vast and offers so much beyond the typical trekking trail followed by most trekkers. That's why many guides and solo trekkers are now choosing the Everest Base Camp via the Gokyo Lakes route. This trek is perfect for those seeking solitude and a unique trail with stunning snow-clad mountains. As you delve deeper into the Sagarmatha National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with its majestic peaks, you'll find yourself yearning for more. ...more ...less
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrival in Kathmandu (1,400 m)
Location: Kathmandu
Accommodation: Hotel
Warm welcome by a company representative at Tribhuvan International Airport. Private transfer to the hotel in the heart of Kathmandu. Enjoy a relaxing evening and prepare for the upcoming adventure.
Day 2 : Kathmandu Sightseeing
Location: Kathmandu
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Morning pick-up from the hotel for a guided city tour. Visit Swayambhunath Stupa (Monkey Temple), Boudhanath Stupa, Pashupatinath Temple, and Kathmandu Durbar Square.
Day 3 : Kathmandu to Lukla and Trek to Phakding (2,651m) Duration: 4 hours
Location: Phakding
Accommodation: Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Early morning flight from Kathmandu to Lukla. Begin trek to Phakding.
Day 4 : Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3,440m) Duration: 5 hours
Location: Namche Bazar
Accommodation: Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Trek through Monjo and Jorsilla, entering Sagarmatha National Park.
Day 5 : Acclimatization Day in Namche Bazaar
Location: Namche
Accommodation: Lodge, LodgeLodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Explore Namche, visit the local museum, and hike to Everest View Hotel for panoramic views.
Day 6 : Namche Bazaar to Dole (4038m) Duration: 4-5 hours
Location: Dole
Accommodation: Lodge, Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Trek towards Dole, a less common yet authentic mountain village.
Day 7 : Dole to Machhermo (4,470m) Duration: 4 hours
Location: Machhermo
Accommodation: Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Trek through Dole, Lhabarma, and Luza, enjoying views of Cho Oyu, Kantega, and Thamserku.
Day 8 : Machhermo to Gokyo (4,800m) Duration: 4 hours
Location: Gokyo Lake
Accommodation: Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Traverse the Ngozamba Glacier and pass four highland lakes.
Day 9 : Acclimatization Day in Gokyo Valley
Location: Gokyo Lake
Accommodation: Lodge, Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Explore two serene lakes above Gokyo and enjoy views of the surrounding peaks.
Day 10 : Trek to Dragnag (4700m) Duration: 4 hours
Location: Dragnag
Accommodation: Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today after our breakfast, will trek to Dragnag and prepared for the next pass- Cho-La Pass for next day.
Day 11 : Dragnag to Dzongla via Cho La Pass (5,420m) Duration: 5-6 hours
Location: Zonglha
Accommodation: Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Cross the challenging Cho La Pass, navigating through crevasses.
Day 12 : Dzongla to Lobuche (4,910m) Duration: 4 hours
Location: Lobuche
Accommodation: Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Trek through the highland settlement Dzongla to Lobuche.
Day 13 : Lobuche to Everest Base Camp (5,364m) Duration: 5 hours
Location: Everest Base Camp
Accommodation: Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Trek through Khumbu Glacier moraine to Everest Base Camp.
Day 14 : Gorak Shep to Kala Patthar (5,545m) and Pheriche (4,371m) Duration: 5 hours
Location: Pheriche
Accommodation: Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Early morning hike to Kala Patthar for sunrise views. Then, descend to Pheriche.
Day 15 : Pheriche to Namche Bazaar Duration: 6 hours
Location: Namche Bazar
Accommodation: Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Descend through Shomare, Pangboche, Deboche, and Tengboche. Visit Tengboche Monastery and continue to Namche Bazaar.
Day 16 : Namche Bazaar to Lukla Duration: 5 hours
Location: Lukla
Accommodation: Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Retrace steps to Lukla.
Day 17 : Lukla to Kathmandu
Location: Kathmandu
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Early morning flight from Lukla to Kathmandu, followed by a transfer to the hotel.
Day 18 : Free Day in Kathmandu and Farewell Dinner
Location: Kathmandu
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Explore Kathmandu at your own pace. Enjoy an evening farewell dinner at a traditional Nepali restaurant in Thamel.
Day 19 : Departure from Kathmandu
Location: Kathmandu
Meals Included: Breakfast
Arrange for a private transfer to the airport for departure. Say goodbye to Nepal.
What's Included
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Meals
18 breakfasts, 14 lunches, and 15 dinners included as indicated in the detail itinerary
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Accommodation
Twin-sharing accommodation in standard hotels in Kathmandu. Twin room accommodation in teahouses during the trek.
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Transportation
Arrival/departure transfers and private vehicle transportation. Round-trip tickets from Kathmandu to Lukla, including departure taxes.
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Guides and Support
Guided sightseeing in Kathmandu using a private vehicle. English-speaking tour guide for sightseeing and trekking. Comprehensive insurance coverage for field staff, including meals, salary, lodging, and transportation.
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Permits and Entrance Fees
All entrance fees in Kathmandu Valley sightseeing. Sagarmatha National Park permits, TIMS card, and Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality local fees.
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Additional Services
Comprehensive Medical Kits. Farewell dinner in Kathmandu. Trip accomplishment certificate.
What's Not Included
Additional Services
International flights, Travel Insurance, Nepal entry visa fee, tips.
Optional Extras
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Porter Service
One porter for each two trekkers.
Mode of Transport
Private vehicle
Accommodation
Twin-sharing accommodation in standard hotels in Kathmandu
Twin room accommodation in teahouses during the trek.
Check out our Q&As
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Yes, we operate a "single share" option. You need to let us know about it.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
There will be your guides and other supporting staff of the company.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
The company will pass you the details of your trip and the received voucher before you travel.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
If you are single or in a group, we can run a trip for you.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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Am I contributing to any charity by booking the tour?
Yes, you are the one who is going to contribute to the underprivileged children for their education. Travel Max Guide supports a good cause and has been supporting the children of Nepal by running a child sponsorship program. If you are willing to spend some time in Nepal by doing volunteer work, feel free to contact us.
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
You do have the flexibility to change your date but you need to inform us at least two weeks before. You can pick the next date at your convenience.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Simply we hearty welcome all of our guests for doing a remarkable trip in Nepal. We all are local. Offer you the best experiences and also we are eager to learn from you. A simple word; sharing and caring in terms of experiences and the love for you all. You are going to add one more member to our global family.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Our team is passionate and professional on our job. We have been working for more than a decade. After having a long run of experiences in this field, we start our company in 2018.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
COVID-19 precautions Our team follows the COVID-19 operational guideline with health protocol instructed by the Nepal tourism board. Here are some of the client/traveler agreements: CLIENT / TRAVELLER AGREEMENTS Clients should bring their own masks with them to use when traveling. Clients should inform the guide/ leader of any symptoms of any sort of illness. Clients should have travel med
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Gokyo Lake & Everest Base Camp Trek
19 Days Starting and ending in Kathmandu
Visiting: Kathmandu, Phakding, Namche Bazar, Namche, Dole, Machhermo, Gokyo Lake, Dragnag, Zonglha, Lobuche, Everest Base Camp, Pheriche, Lukla ...more ...less
Tour operator:
Tour code:
TMG-GL100
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 12
Age range:
12-85
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Vegans, Meat
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Active, Adventure Tours, Small Group, Walking Hiking and Trekking
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