Trip code: EBCGok20   Price: € 1,765   Grade: 3 : Arduous   Duration: 20 days     Maximum altitude: 5,545m

The Everest region is one of the spectacular destinations for trekkers, and offers some of the most fascinating and enjoyable trekking walks for breathtaking views. Explore remote villages, Bouddhist monasteries and get a test of the incredible hospitality of the Sherpa people.  We provide extra acclimatization days to help your boby to adapt to high altitude. The views along the trail throughout are tremendous with incredible panorama of  Thamserku, Nuptse, Lhotse and Everest.

Climb Gokyo Ri at alt. 5,357m for breathtaking views of surrounding peaks and glaciers below.

- Day 01 : Arrive in Kathmandu. O/N Hotel
- Day 02 : Free day in Kathmandu. O/N Hotel
- Day 03 : Fly from Kathmandu to Lukla and trek to Phakding. O/N Camp
- Day 04 : Namche Bazaar alt. 3,440m. Approx. 5-6 hrs walk. O/N Camp
- Day 05 : Acclimatization day at Namche Bazaar
- Day 06 : Trek to Phortse Thanga. Alt. 3,500m. O/N Camp
- Day 07 : Trek to Dole. Alt. 4,200m. Approx. 3-4 hrs walk. O/N Camp
- Day 08 : Trek to Machermo alt. 4,410m. Approx 3-4 hrs walk. O/N Camp
- Day 09 : Trek to Gokyo Lakes alt. 4,760m. Approx: 4-5 hrs walk. O/N Camp
- Day 10 : Acclimatization day at Gokyo with local hike
- Day 11 : Trek to Thangnak. Alt. 4,700m. Approx. 4 hrs walk. O/N Camp
- Day 12 : Trek to Dzongla crossing Cho La Pass alt. 5,330 m. O/N Camp
- Day 13 : Trek to Lobuche alt. 4,910m. Approx. 5 hrs walk. O/N Camp
- Day 14 : Trek to Gorakshep alt. 5,140m. Approx. 4 hrs walk. O/N Camp
- Day 15 : Trek to Everest Base Camp. Approx. 3 hours. Back to Gorakshep. O/N in Camp.
- Day 16 : Climb Kala Pattar. Alt. 5,545m and back to Pheriche. O/N in Camp.
- Day 17 : Trek to Namche Bazaar. O/N in Camp.
- Day 18 : Trek to Lukla. O/N in Lodge.
- Day 19 : Fly back to Kathmandu and celebration dinner. O/N in Hotel.
- Day 20 : International departure.
 

From Kathmandu

You will walk about 4 to 7 hours each day, depending on trails and altitude with some rest and acclimatization periods. From kathmandu, you will enjoy a splendid 45 minutes flight along the himalayan range to Lukla alt. 2,800m and then have a short 3 hours walk to the village of Phakding at alt. 2,652m. The Sherpa crew will sort the bags on Yaks and split the loads that are carried by porters. The walk is gradual on most of the way, with few ups from Tarhe khola, for a superb view of the mountains. Crossing a short suspension bridge you will have a short climb to the Ghat village and then to Phakding village for the overnight stop near the bank of the Dudh-Kosi river.

From Phakding

From Phakding you walk through pleasant trails with few short uphill and downhill with magnificent view of Thermasarkhu alt. 6,608m along the Bhote-Koshi river to finally arrive at the small village of Monjo. The village of Monjo is situated below the magnificent peak of Thermasharkhu and near the entrance of Sagarmatha National Park where your trekking permit is checked. From here a short descend and a gradual walk brings you to the asthonishing capital Sherpa village of Namche Bazaar. The walking track is a uphill path all the way to the the colourful houses of Namche Bazaar.

From Namche Bazar

From Namche, the route turns west, contouring the hillside. After reaching the ridge looking Namche down below, you will follow a gradual winding path on a very popular trading route into Tibet often used by the Tibetan traders along prayer flags and "Mani Stones". After descending to the Bhote Kosi the trail climbs steeply for 45 minutes to Thame village where we camp for the overnight. Follow the trail to Khunde and Khumjung, the largest of the Sherpa villages in the Khumbu area, with a quite strenuous walk uphill due to high altitude. Keep on walking on a gentle path that brings us to the village of Khunde for the overnight. It is here strongly recommanded to walk slowly to prevent AMS symptoms as you will feel the altitude and the lack of oxygen. To reach Gokyo the main trail gets North with uphill paths on steep rock steps to Phortse Thanghka.

From Phortse

After Phortse, you continue your trek to Dole. From here the trail climbs steeply out of the valley through a patch of rhododendron forest and pastures where Yaks and other cattle graze in high pastureland. The trek winds through the Tongba village at alt. 3,950m and Gyele at alt. 3,960m and finally arriving at Dole. Then you climb steadily along the side of the valley, rhododendron forest and juniper as altitude gains gradually for a superb view of Cho Oyo alt. 8,210m. Your trekking day will head for the lakes at Gokyo following one of the glacial fed rivers. You climb a steep rocky trail passing the first lake. You soon arrive at the second lake, crossing the path which heads across a huge glacier and walking to the third lake known as Dudh Pokhari and on its east shore discover the settlement of Gokyo at alt. 4,790m for camping just by shore. The scenery is magnificent with the peak of Cho Oyo and Gyachung Kang reflected in its emerald green waters. Enjoy a beautiful rest and acclimatization day for a superb panorama and a hike to the splendid Gokyo Ri for breathtaking views providing a panorama of Cho Oyu, Gyachung Kang, Everest, Lhotse, Cholatse, Twache and far as to Mt. Makalu in the east.

1 - THE GUIDE

The Sherpa team is well-experienced and familiar with the region. The all staff is very experienced and speak fluent english and local dialecte. Each of them have the passion of climbing and will always make your trip enjoyable and agreeable. They will be pleased to share their experience and their knowledge about the flora,the richness of the Khumbu Valley and the local customs. For your safety, our team assists you at all times in friendly sharing moments.

2 - THE COOK

The cook is the key point to make your trip enjoyable. We provide experienced cooks who are able to prepare tasty and balanced meals in altitude kitchens. They are very concerned about hygiene, clients requirements about food and do their best to always provide fresh food during your climb. You will have to inform us about any allergy or diatery. With extra acclimatization days, you will have plenty of time to enjoy proper lunches and dinners everyday and avoid snack-meals or sandwich lunches.

The trail follows the Dudh Kosi river along a deep valley. The route is a gradual ascent up through magnificient rhododendron forest. The spring season during March and April is the best time to walk admist the blossom trees full of odorant flowers. Botanist ans nature lovers will appreciate the beauty of the fauna and experience some bird watching. Pine and birch forest provide shadow for trekkers and habitats for musk deers, wild pheasants and partridges. September and October offer sunny days, stunning mountain panorama and dry weather in warm temperature.


In the valleys, yaks are grasing in fields near house stone sherpa villages. As you get higher, the trail climb up through the alpine desert with lower vegetation. At Gokyo lakes, you enjoy awe-inspiring snow-capped mountain scenery with panoramic views of Cho Oyu, Everest, Lhotse and Makalu. 

 
Gokyo Ri lies above the the Ngozumpa Glacier and is surrounded by several turquoise lakes. The trek is less crowded and it remains a good alternative to the classic Everest view from Kalapattar. It also offers a splendid Everest view with really spectacular mountain scenery. The climb can be very straightforward and harduous if you are not properly acclimatized. Altitude makes the climb even tougher, walk slowly and drink regularly.

We recommend vaccinations against polio, typhoid, tetanus, and hepatitis A. Sleeping tablets are very dangerous at high altitude as it depresses your respiratory system. This Gokyo Lake Everest Panorama Trek is suitable for good trained walkers. The trail is a good track, but climb constantly. You will have to walk during long hours to villages up to alt. 4000 m. Then you should prepare yourself physically especially to walk in high altitude regions with less oxygen.

Get further information about Altitude sickness >

Gokyo Lake Everest Panorama is a moderate to strenuous trail. The trek requires that you get enough acclimatization. We provide additional days to allow your body to ajust to the lack of oxygen. Altitude remains the main challenge and you should prepare yourself physically and mentally for the long days of walk. The trail gets through breathtaking high mountain scenery and gives you the opportunity to discover magnificent panoramas on less frequented routes.

Walking, climbing, running, cycling or/and swimming several times a week before your climb is recommended to be in an excellent physical condition. We will require a medical certificate that allows you to climb in high altitude.

Further info about the training >

Your Insurance policy should mention that trekking activities are involved and it should be designed specifically with the needs of adventure travel. Your travel insurance policy should also include covering for trekking and  helicopter rescue and repatriation. An additional cover may include all outbound missed departure, provide valuable cover for internal flight departures missed due to international flight delays or vice versa.
 

Please keep in mind that you are not allowed to pollute or leave your garbage in the Sagarmatha National  Park. Your guide will collect your rabbish every morning to be brought back at the end of the trip. Ask your guide to pick up your small plastic bags, bottles or litter. Use the toilets facilities provided in lodges, tea-houses or camps to reduce the impact of pollution in streams. Always respect this splendid valley.
 

- Welcome at the airport
- Twin sharing Hotel in Kathmandu on B&B basis.
- Airport transfers in Kathmandu
- Internal flight Kathmandu / Lukla / Kathmandu
- All Camping accomodation and food during the trek
- All crew during the trip including Sherpas, porters and staff
- Applicable Trekking Permits
- National Park fees
- Insurance for Nepalese crew