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Overview of Gokyo Chola and EBC Trek
In the Khumbu region, Gokyo Chola and EBC Trek is a fantastic journey that leads you to Everest Base Camp via Gokyo valley and Cho-La pass. The tough Everest Base Camp hike including Gokyo valley is best suited for intrepid travelers. The best Cho-La pass and the highest base camp in the world are combined in the Gokyo Valley & Everest Base Camp Trek.
This Gokyo Chola and EBC Trek, also known as the fantastic EBC trek via Gokyo Lake, offers stunning scenery, traditional Sherpa culture, a gorgeous Gokyo Lake, and Gokyo Valley in the backdrop of the world’s highest peaks, including Mount Everest, Cho-Oyu, Makalu, Nuptse, Lhoste, Pumori, and mighty of peaks.
Despite the fact that there are other ways, the route via Gokyo Lake and Cho-La pass is the most exciting and daring. Gokyo Lakes, Gokyo RI, World’s longest and biggest glaciers, Beautiful Sherpa settlement with their own lifestyle and traditions.
Mountain villages, old monasteries, vibrant sunrise and sunset views, flora and fauna, Sagarmatha National Park, and more are the main highlights of the Gokyo valley and Everest base camp trek.
Gokyo Chola and EBC Trek – Best Season
One of the best options for individuals who have a passion and devotion for experiencing an experience in life is Gokyo Chola and EBC Trek. March-May and September-November are the finest months to hike up to Gokyo and the Everest base camp. Trekkers need to be in good physical and mental health in order to trek.
Gokyo Chola and EBC trek with Helicopter return
The itinerary is perfectly designed for individuals who want a short holiday at Everest Base camp. In just 11 days. The off-beaten pathway from Gokyo Valley to Everest Base Camp via Chola pass is an amazing experience that ends with a relaxing, panoramic, and birds-eye view of the Khumbu Region of Nepal.
Customizable Gokyo Chola and EBC Trek
Gokyo Chola and EBC Treks are fully customizable and flexible. You can add days to change your overnight stops, route, helicopter flights, acclimatization, no of guides and porters, accommodation lodge, etc. You have full ownership to develop the most suitable itinerary and package according to your wish. After all, it is your holiday time and we care for your satisfaction more than anything. Contact us to book your trip now.
Note: This trip is also possible from EBC-Chola and Gokyo Ri and Heli return from Gokyo
Gokyo Chola and EBC Trek Itinerary
On the first day of Gokyo Chola and EBC Trek, the guide will pick you up from your respective hotel and drive you to Kathmandu Domestic Aiport (20 min drive from the Thamel-tourist hub). The flight to Lukla takes 35 min. After landing in Lukla you will meet with the porters who will carry your luggage throughout the trek.
We will have our breakfast and start our trek to Phakding. Phakding is a short descent down to Dudhkoshi river. The way to Phakding is comparatively easier with suspension bridges and stone-paved trekking trails. The first day is a short trek which will take around 3-4 hrs. from Lukla. You can have your Lunch on the way or directly upon reaching Phakding.
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On the second day of Gokyo Chola and EBC Trek, we trek to Namche Bazar. After having breakfast, we start the uphill journey to Namche Bazaar. On the way, we will find villages like Monjo, Jorsaley, etc.
Monjo is the checkpoint and entry point for Sagarmatha National Park. We stop for lunch in Jorsaley and continue our trekking to Namche Bazaar.
We reach Hillary Bridge. After Hillary Bridge the trail up to Namche is uphill. The curvy zig-zag route can be challenging but our guide will set the pace with water breaks and rest.
It is also the place where you see Mt. Everest for the first time while walking on the trek in case of clear weather.
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Today after breakfast, we visit Hillary Museum to see Clear views of Everest, Lhoste, Amadablam, Thamserku, etc. Then we hike up to Syangboche to acclimatize with the weather and high altitude. Hike to Syangboche takes about 3-4 hrs. We can also visit Hotel Everest View (3960m) ( one of the Highest 04-star hotels in the world).
After returning back to Namche, we have our lunch and you have free time to roam around Namche Bazar for shopping and refreshment, beverages, etc.
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We pack our bags, have breakfast, and start trekking toward Dole on the fourth day. The path up to Kyamjuma is paved and easy to walk on. From Kyamjuma up to Mong Danda, it is a strenuous windy, and uphill trail.
We will take a break and have our Lunch in Mong Danda (3950m). After that, we descend up to Phorste Tenga and again climb up to Dole (4200m). Close views of Tabuche, Amadablam, and Thamserku bless you throughout the day.
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On the fifth day of Gokyo Chola and EBC Trek, after breakfast we start trekking towards Machermo. It’s not too difficult to get from Dole to Machhermo. It is essentially a traverse that is slightly uphill and acquires a net elevation of 1,200 feet; for most people, this is a half-day trek that allows for some rest and acclimatization.
However, the view is getting better all the time. Cho Oyu, the fifth-highest mountain in the world at 26,864 feet, begins to loom above you.
Your evening’s destination, Machhermo, isn’t much on its own like Dole. It is located in a small cove, yet a stunning snow-capped peak rises just above it.
Both towns are mainly Sherpa summer farming and pasture towns that have been transformed into rest spots for trekkers. These hillsides will be lush and flower-filled in the summer and monsoon, with yaks grazing there.
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It is a comparatively straightway. There is no major uphill trail. The altitude may cause tiredness but with proper acclimatization and hydration, you can reach Gokyo. You will reach Gokyo First lake, then Gokyo Second Lake, and the Biggest and main Lake Gokyo Third Lake.
The Gokyo village sits on the lakeside of this Lake. It is situated in between bug snow-capped peaks. The crystal clear water of Gokyo relaxes all the tiredness.
After a short photo and video-making session, we check in at our lodge and have our lunch. The rest of the afternoon can be spent walking around the lake or resting for the upcoming journey.
Note: B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner
Early in the morning about 4 or 5, we climb Gokyo Ri, one of the best viewpoints in the Everest Region. Breathtaking views of Cho-yu Everest, Lhotse, Amadablam, and Thamserku can be seen from Gokyo Ri.
After returning from Gokyo Ri – we have our breakfast and start trekking to Thangnak.
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The most important day and one of the hardest days. The path is steep and rocky. The top of the Cho-La pass offers majestic views. After crossing we descend down and walk on top pf the glacier-covered in debris and sand. Finally, we reach Dzongla.
We will have our lunch in Dzongla and start slowly for our place of an overnight stay, Lobuche. Lobuche is a small area with a cluster of teahouses and lodges to accommodate trekkers.
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One of the most rewarding trekking days of the Gokyo Chola and EBC Trek. We start trekking after breakfast. We travel to Gorakshep first leave our luggage there and hike to Everest Base Camp. We witnessed incredible vistas, and reach one of the most loved adventure destinations, it is a beautiful moment.
We stop there to enjoy and click photos and videos for memories. Then we head back to Gorakshep for our overnight stay.
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Early morning we hike to Kalapthar to see the amazing golden sunrise upon Everest and other mountains. The last day of the Gokyo Chola and EBC Trek ends with a scenic 360-degree bird’s eye view of the Everest Trekking Regions. We arrive at Lukla and spend our relaxing evening in Lukla
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Early morning, on flight time board the flight to Kathmandu and end your amazing and memorable journey of Gokyo and Everest Region with Life Himalaya.
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