Everest Base Camp Gokyo Lake Trek Cost: Perfect Itinerary, Best Package
Trip Overview
Everest Base Camp and Gokyo trek route is also familiar by the name of Everest Circuit Trail. This trekking is a bit adventurous as it crosses a high mountain pass called Cho La at 5330 m/17487ft. In Everest Regions these days, two routes are the most popular than others. They are the trails to Everest Base Camp and Gokyo Lake respectively. By joining the trip of Everest Base Camp Chola Pass Gokyo trek you can have an opportunity to do trekking in both admired routes.
During the Everest Base Camp Cho La Pass Gokyo trek, every trekker is rewarded with some of the most dramatic landscapes of the Everest zone. It offers the stunning vista of four of the world’s fourteen high peaks which above 8000 meters above sea level. They are Everest (8848m), Lhotse (8516 m), Makalu (8463m), and Cho Oyu (8201m). The awesome mountain views are complemented by the crossover Cho La Pass, climb to Gokyo Ri, and visit pristine Gokyo Lake, Himalayan glaciers, Sherpa villages, and Buddhist monasteries.
The exciting trek to Everest Base Camp Chola Pass Gokyo commences after a 35 minutes short flight to Lukla from Kathmandu. Then you follow the Dudh Kosi valley passing the places of Phakding, Benkar, and Monjo to reach Namche Bazaar. In Namche Bazaar, also known as the capital of the Sherpas, you spend one more day for acclimatization to minimize the risk of high altitude problems in further trekking days.
After leaving Namche Bazaar, the trail deviates from one trail that goes to Everest Base Camp and another to Gokyo Lake. If visit Everest Base Camp first, follow the trail towards Everest Base Camp through Tengboche, Dingboche. In Dingboche at (Alt. 4,260 m/13,980ft), you get one more resting day for better acclimatization.
From Dingboche, after two days of hiking, you reach Everest Base Camp. After the visit to the south base camp of Mount Everest the hiking to the top of Kalapathar (Alt. 5555m/18225ft), the black rock nearby Gorakshep, provides a 360-degree awesome panorama of the world’s tallest mountains of Mount Everest, Mount Lhotse, Mount Pumori, Mount Lobuche, Mount Nuptse, and other surrounding peaks. From this elevation the true height of Everest becomes clear. The entire south face of Everest is visible.
After the visit of EBC and Kalapatthar, you will retrace down to Lubuche and follow the trail to Cho La Pass. Cho La Pass is one of the high mountain passes in the Everest region at an altitude of (5330 m/17487ft). After the cross of Cho La pass you descend to Gokyo Lakes Valley.
The beautiful Gokyo Lake is at an altitude of 4750 m. It is situated on the Ngozumpa glacial moraine. Gokyo Lake is also the origin of the Dudh Koshi River. Next day of the arrival at Gokyo Lake, the climb up of Gokyo Ri (5,483 m) also offers outstanding sunrise with views of Cho Oyo, Ghyachung Kang, Everest, Lhotse, and Makalu over the glacier. After Gokyo, you back to Namche Bazaar through Machhermo and Dole. From Namche Bazaar in one day you arrive at Lukla. You end your hiking trip in Lukla. Finally, from Lukla, you fly back to Kathmandu.
In summary, the highlights of Everest Base Camp Gokyo Lake Trek are as below:
• Explore Namche Bazaar, the trade center of the Everest region and also the gateway to Everest Base Camp
• Visit Tengboche Monastery, the largest in the Khumbu region
• Trek through Sagarmatha National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
• Hike Kala Pathar to enjoy the 360-degree panoramic view of Mount Everest and the nearby snowcapped peaks from Kala Patthar
• Visit Everest Base Camp, the foothill of the tallest mountain in the world ‘Everest’
• Cross Cho La Pass (the mountain pass) at 5330 m.
• Visit the beautiful alpine lake ‘Gokyo’ at an altitude of 4750 m.
• Early morning hike to the Gokyo Ri for striking views of Mt. Everest, Mount Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, and Cho Oyu, the 1st, 4th, 5th, and 6th tallest mountain on the earth.
• Enjoy the amazing views of Ngozumpa Glacier, the largest glacier in the Himalayan region
• Pass-through Sherpa villages on the route
• Experience Sherpa culture, tradition, and lifestyle
About the time Everest Base Camp Gokyo Lake Trek
Everest Base Camp Gokyo Lake Trek can be done at any time and month of the year. However, the good time is in September, October, November, March, April, and May. In these months the weather becomes pleasant with clear Skies and temperatures at higher places are more bearable.
The below months have traditionally been used as a guide for preferred times of trekking to the Everest region.
October-November-till mid-December: this is Nepal’s peak and best time to go trekking.
March-April-May: this is the end of the dry season and is also the best time to go trekking.
After mid of mid-December to February: the skies are clear but it can get very cold.
June-July-August: this is monsoon season and the least popular time to go trekking in Nepal.
September: the post-monsoon effect may disturb the views of the Himalayas and Lukla flights.
Everest Base Camp Gokyo Lake Trek Itinerary
| Day 01: Arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu. After you arrive at the airport, you will be met and welcomed by our Tour officer. Then he will transfer you to the hotel by our car. Orientation of the trip in the hotel. Overnight at Hotel in Kathmandu. |
| Day 02: Morning flight to Lukla (2804m/9199ft). Trekking from Lukla to Phakding (Alt. 2610m/8563ft). Walking 4 hours. Overnight at Tea House. Meal: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner. |
| Day 03: Trekking from Phakding to Namche Bazaar (Alt. 3441m/11289ft). Walking 6 hours. Overnight at Tea House. Meal: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner. |
| Day 04: Day for Acclimatization in Namche Bazaar. Day trip to Shyangboche and Khumjung Village (Alt. 3780m/12402ft) and trek back to Namche Bazaar. Walking 5 hours. Overnight at Tea House. Meal: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner. |
| Day 05: Trekking from Namche Bazaar to Tengboche (Alt. 3860m/12664ft). Walking 6 hours. Overnight at Tea House. Meal: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner. |
| Day 06: Trekking from Tengboche to Dingboche (Alt. 4350m/14272ft). Walking 6 hours. Overnight at Tea House. Meal: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner. |
| Day 07: Day for Acclimatization in Dingboche. Walk around Dingboche. Walking 3/4 hours. Overnight at Tea House. Meal: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner. |
| Day 08: Trekking from Dingboche to Lobuche (Alt. 4910m/4910ft). Walking 6 hours. Overnight at Tea House. Meal: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner. |
| Day 09: Trekking from Lobuche to Everest Base Camp (Alt. 5365m/17602ft) then back to Gorak Shep. Walking 7:30 to 8 hours. Overnight at Tea House. Meal: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner. |
| Day 10: Early in the morning hike up to Kalapatthar (Alt. 5555m/18225ft) then trek down to Dzongla (4830m/15850ft). Walking 7 hours. Overnight at Tea House. Meal: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner. |
| Day 11: Trek from Dzongla to Thangnak (4850m/15912ft) crossing Cho La Pass (5330 m/17487ft). Walking 7 to 8 hours. Overnight at Tea House. Meal: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner. |
| Day 12: Trek from Thangnak to Gokyo Lake (4750m/15584ft). Walking 4/5 hours. Overnight at Tea House. Meal: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner. |
| Day 13: Hike up to Gokyo Ri (5357m/17575 ft) & rest day in Gokyo. Walking 3/4 hrs. Overnight at Tea House. Meal: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner. |
| Day 14: Trek from Gokyo Lake to Dole (4110m/13484ft). Walking 6 hours. Overnight at Tea House. Meal: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner. |
| Day 15: Trek from Dole to Namche Bazaar (3440m/11286ft). Walking 5/6 hours. Overnight at Tea House. Meal: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner. |
| Day 16: Trekking from Namche Bazaar to Lukla (Alt.2804m/9199ft). Walking 7/8 hours. Overnight at Tea House. Meal: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner. |
| Day 17: Flight back from Lukla. Rest of the day at leisure in Kathmandu. In the evening complimentary farewell dinner at an authentic Nepalese Restaurant in Kathmandu with cultural dances of different communities of Nepal. Overnight at Hotel in Kathmandu. |
| Day 18: Departure to the home country. Our tour officer will drop you at the International airport in Kathmandu by our car and see you off. Meal: Breakfast. End of Service. |
Everest Base Camp Gokyo Lake Trek Cost
Excellent Himalaya Trek and Expedition has categorized the Everest Base Camp Gokyo Lake Trek cost into two packages:
| Silver Package Cost | USD 1345 Per Person |
| Gold Package Cost | USD 1445 Per Person |
The Services inclusive in the above Packages:
| Services Name: | Silver Price includes | Gold Price includes |
| Airport pick-up on arrival day | By Car/ Van | By Car/ Van |
| 2-night Hotel in Kathmandu (1 night before Lukla, 1 night after Lukla) | Tourist Standard Hotel | Tourist Standard Hotel |
| Meal in Kathmandu | Breakfast | Breakfast |
| 15-night Accommodation during Trekking | Mountain Lodge/ Tea House | Mountain Lodge/ Tea House |
| Meal during Trekking | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner |
| Experience Trekking Guide | Yes | Yes |
| Porter | No | Yes |
| Lukla Flight Both Way | (Flight Ticket)- Yes | (Flight Ticket)- Yes |
| Trekking Permit Fee | Yes | Yes |
| Sagarmatha National Park Entry Fee | Yes | Yes |
| Trip Certificate | Yes | Yes |
| First Aid Medicine and Oximeter | Yes | Yes |
| Trekking Map for Group | Yes | Yes |
| Meal, Salary, Accommodation, Insurance of Trekking Staff | Yes | Yes |
| Dinner with Cultural Show on the last night of the Trip in Kathmandu | Yes | Yes |
| Local and Government Taxes | Yes | Yes |
| Airport drop on departure day | By Car/ Van | By Car/ Van |
The Services exclusive in both Packages:
1. Nepal visa fee (USD 30 for 15 days/ USD 50 for 30 days period). You can get a Nepal visa on your arrival time at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu.
2. Airfare for your international flight.
3. Your travel insurance which includes evacuation.
4. Alcoholic beverages, hot and cold drinks, bottled water, boiled water, and dessert.
5. All kinds of personal expenses like phone calls, internet use, laundry, hot shower during trekking, battery charge, excess baggage charge in flight, etc.
6. Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu “except farewell dinner in Kathmandu”.
7. In case of emergency, the cost of helicopter rescue/ evacuation.
8. Tips for Trekking Staff.
9. Any expenses arising due to unforeseen situations like personal sickness, natural calamities, political strikes, flight cancellation, etc.
10. Cost of any extra services you use which are not mentioned in the package price.
Notes:
I. Porter will be provided only in Gold Price. As usual, a porter is provided based on 1 porter for 2 trekkers. 1 porter carries the baggage of two trekkers with a maximum total weight limit of 25 kg.
II. The above EBC Gokyo Lake Trek cost is on a per-person basis for a minimum group size of two persons.
III. If you are single and want to do Solo Trek. We also organize the Solo EBC Gokyo Lake for solo trekkers. For the solo trekker, we have a separate price. Please contact us for the Everest Base Camp Gokyo Lake Trek cost for Solo Trekking.
Please contact us by email at [email protected] or WhatsApp at +977 9851203181 for any further information about EBC Gokyo Lake Trek, or if any questions. Once we receive your message, we get back to you within 24 hours.
Why Excellent Himalaya Trek and Expedition for Everest Base Camp Gokyo Lake Trek?
Excellent Himalaya Trek and Expedition Pvt Ltd is the leading trekking company authorized by the Nepal Government Tourism Ministry based in Kathmandu Nepal. We are managed by Nepalese tourism experts, local guides, and Sherpa who were born in Nepal and are living in Nepal. Our team has been engaged in the Nepalese tourism industry since 2002. We are also associated with different tourism organizations like TAAN (Trekking Agencies Association of Nepal), NMA (Nepal Mountaineering Association), etc. We are the direct operator for Everest Base Camp Gokyo Lake Trek. We are not a middle travel agency. Thus, we operate each trekking on the base of ground reality providing much more happiness to the trekkers.
Packing List for the Everest Base Camp Gokyo Lake Trek
This is a basic checklist of the essential items that you should not forget to bring with you during your Everest Base Camp Trek:
• A sturdy pair of trekking boots with good ankle support
• Rucksack or daypack (50 to 65 liters) with waterproof cover
• Trekking pants and waterproof trousers
• T-shirts or shirts
• Down jacket*
• Wind/ waterproof light jacket
• Fleece jumper or jacket
• Inner Thermal (top and trousers)
• 4 to 6 pairs of Socks and underwear
• Sunglasses, sun hat, woolen cap, or balaclava
• Inner and outer gloves
• Headlamp, power bank, and extra batteries
• Sun protection cream, lip balm, wet wipes, and hand sanitizer
• Towel, flip-flop or rubber sandal, toiletries
• One-litre water bottle and water purification tablets
• 4 Season sleeping bag (good to -20 degrees C or 28 degrees F); *
• Hiking poles, if you need
• Your daily medicine if any, small personal first aid kit, aspirin, plasters (band-aids), anti-diarrhea pills, anti-headache pills, cough or cold medicine, anti-altitude sickness pills (Diamox or Acetazolamide), etc.
• A small daypack/backpack for carrying your valuables
*Down jacket and sleeping bag you can rent/hire from Trekking gear shops in Kathmandu
Itinerary
You will be met by our Tour officer in Kathmandu International Airport. He will escort you to the hotel. Briefing of Everest Base Camp Cho La Pass Gokyo Trekking. Overnight at Hotel in Kathmandu.
Flight 35 minutes. Walking 4 hours. Overnight at Mountain Lodge in Phakding.
Walking 6 hours. Overnight at Mountain Lodge in Namche Bazaar.
Walking 5 hours. Overnight at Mountain Lodge in Namche Bazaar.
Walking 5 to 6 hours. Overnight at Mountain Lodge in Tengboche.
Walking 6 hours. Overnight at Mountain Lodge in Dingboche.
Walking 4 to 5 hours. Overnight at Mountain Lodge in Dingboche.
Walking 5 to 6 hours. Overnight at Mountain Lodge in Lobuche.
Walking 7 to 8 hours. Overnight at Mountain Lodge in Gorakshep.
Walking 7 hours. Overnight at Mountain Lodge in Dzongla.
Walking 7 to 8 hours. Overnight at Mountain Lodge in Thangnak.
Walking 3:45/4 hours. Overnight at Mountain Lodge in Gokyo Lake.
Walking 3/4 hours. Overnight at Mountain Lodge in Gokyo Lake.
Walking 6/7 hours. Overnight at Mountain Lodge in Dole.
Walking 6 hours. Overnight at Mountain Lodge in Namche Bazaar.
Walking 7/8 hours. Overnight at Mountain Lodge in Lukla.
Flight from Lukla and back to Kathmandu. Overnight at Hotel in Kathmandu.
Our tour officer will drop you at Kathmandu International airport and see you off. End of Service. Or You may take optional side tours.
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