Trip Facts: Activities : 15 day Trekking, 3 nights in Kathmandu with one full day city sightseeing tour.

Start/End: Kathmandu

Destination : Gokyo - Chola Pass

Trip Duration : 20 days

Max. Altitude : 5350 meters

Group Size : Min. 1 / Max.20

Best Season : February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November & December.

Trip Grade :

Daily walking Hour: Approx. 4-6

Gokyo lake chola pass trekking is also one of the most demanded trekking among the clients of glacier Adventure Company, in the Everest region. This is a unique trekking that leads you to home of the legendary sherpal indigenous people living in the Himalayas. Gokyo is a hidden valley with gorgeous blue lakes in the lap of Himalays. Gokyo lake is the main source of Dudhkoshi River. While having trek in the Gokyo, you also can make excursion to the Ngojumba glacier, famous chola pass, Colorful monasteries. This excellent trekking gives you the wide rang of experience including of summiting of Gokyo Ri, view of Mt. Cho -Oyu, Mt.Everest, Mt.Makalu and other neighboring Himalayas such as kalapather Nuptse, Pumor among others.

The trekking to this area is designed to them who are interested to lake more remote and adventurous sports. This ideal trekking gives you enough opportunity to enjoy the amazing view of Mt. Everest including several other similar peaks and explore the Buddhists monasteries and shrines located at the highest elevation. The Gokyo peak (5480m) ascent is the one of the tourist attraction of the circuit, we have incredible scenery. Including magnificent views of Everest (8848m), Makalu. Cho Oyu (8153m) and Lhotse (8511m) and more.

The Gokyo Lake-Chola pass trekking begins from kathmandu to jiri by bus or direct flight by mountain airstrip to Lukla, the heart of the Everest Region, then around three hours walk from the airport we reach at the first stop at Phakding and we continue our trip to the north up to the Dudh Koshi Valley and Namche Bazaar. Next day, the trekking continues to Everest base camp, after having one day rest in Dingboche or Pheriche, where we will have some magnificent view of Everest along with Nuptse, Lhotse and Moung Pumori Himalayas and then we return back to lobuche head to Zongla and we pass the Choula and stay over-night at Thangnak. Subsequently, nezt morning, we trek to Gokyo Lake. Then we return back down to Lukla and fly back to Kathmandu again.

Enjoy the breathtaking views of Everest including several other similar peaks and explore the Buddhists monasteries located at the world's highest elevation.

ItineraryDay 01: Arrive at Kathmandu airport (1345meters).
You will be met by our representative and transfer to hotel and a short brief about the trekking after refreshment.

Day 02:Fly from Kathmandu to Lukla (2886m.) takes about 35 minutes.
Trek from Lukla to Phakding (2640 m.) takes approximately three hours. You begin the trek from Lukla following a gentle climb up the mountainside on the left bank of the Dudh Koshi river. You descend a mountainside path that merges into your route to Everest, with views to a valley to your right; and at its far end, Kusum Kang (6367m.) You continue along a small path with many climbs and descents following the left bank of Dudh Koshi to Phakding. Stay overnight at lodge.

Day 03:Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3440 m.) takes about 5 to 5 and half hours.
This day you trek and cross the river on high suspension bridges. Beyond Monjo (2800m.) is the entrance to the Sagarmatha National Park which was set-up to protect and preserve this fragile mountain environment. You then ascend quite steeply to Namche and along the way, if the weather is clear, catch a first glimpse of Mt Everest in the distance. You can also enjoy the view of Mt. Kusum Kangaru, Thamserku, Konde-Ri and Tawache peak. Stay overnight at lodge.

Day 04: Rest at Namche Bazar for acclimatization and excursion around the places.
It is an ideal place to spend a rest day for acclimatization to the high altitude before heading off towards Tyangboche. For the acclimatization you walk upto Khunde hospital which was set-up by Sir Edmund Hillary or a one hour walk up to the Syangboche (3800m.) where Everest View Hotel is situated above Namche for the outstanding view of Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse,Ama Dablam, Thamserku and Kusum Kangaru. Stay overnight at lodge.

Day 05:Trek from Namche Bazaar to Thame (3739m) takes about 4 hours.
From Namche the route heads towards west and the trail is almost level as you head up the Bhote Koshi Valley, once a popular trading route into Tibet. After descending to the Bhote Kosi the trail climbs steeply to Thame. From here there are good views of the peaks of Teng Kangpoche and Kwangde and to the north is the Nangpa La, the pass leading to Tibet. Thame Gompa is situated above the village overlooking the valley and is the site for the spring celebrations of the Mani Rimdu festival. Stay overnight at lodge.

Day 06: Trek from Thame to Khumjung [3790m] takes about 5 hours.
You retrace your route down the Bhote Kosi Valley towards Namche and branch off to follow a quiet trail to Khumjung. It is a picturesque village which also has its own Gompa at the top end of town. Here you can have excellent views of Thamserku, Kantega and Ama Dablam. Stay overnight at lodge.

Day 07: Trek from Khumjung to Dole (4040m) takes about 5 hours.
Soon after leaving Khumjung the trail climbs to a large chorten on top of a ridge. The trail descends slightly towards the Sanasa and then trail ascends up to Mongla (4000m.). From here, you can see panoramic views of various mountains. You trek steeply descend passing through Phortse Tenga and from there, the trail climbs steeply to Dole, through rhododendron and birch forest festooned with hanging mosses and lichens. Stay overnight at lodge.

Day 08: Trek from Dole to Machhermo (4410m) takes about 3 hours.
From Dole you climb steadily along the side of the valley, where the small and thorny bushes give way to scrub juniper as the altitude increases. The trail passes many summer settlements. Ahead of you are excellent views of Cho Oyu, while back down the valley you can view the peaks of Kantega and Thamserku. Stay overnight at lodge.

Day 09: Trek from Machhermo to Gokyo (4750m) takes about 4 hours.
Today you head for the lakes at Gokyo. You follow a very scenic path to Pangka and then descend slightly. You climb a steep rocky path inclined into the valley by the side of the glacier, passing the first of the holy lakes. You soon arrive at the second of the lakes, crossing the path which heads across the glacier to Cho La (5420m.) - your route to Lobuche and Everest, later in the trek. The third lake is known as Dudh Pokhari and on its eastern shore is the settlement of Gokyo. Walking by the side of the lake, the scenery is magnificent with the summits of Cho Oyu and Gyachung Kang reflected in its emerald green waters. Stay overnight at lodge.  

Day 10: Rest day at Gokyo and excursion in and around Gokyo valley. Gokyo is a trade centre where the Sherpa people run lodges to provide the best services to the trekkers. Gokyo is situated by the side of Ngozumba glacier, the biggest glacier of Nepal. This day you can make a side trip to Firth Lake via Forth Lake. Stay overnight at lodge.

Day 11: Trek/climb from Gokyo to Gokyo Ri (5340m) and trek back to Thangna (4650m) via Gokyo village takes about four and half hours. 
Gokyo Ri looms above the village on the northern edge of the lake and you leave camp just after first light, following a steep path up the hillside. As you climb, the summits of Everest, Lhotse and Makalu slowly come into sight and the view from the summit of Gokyo Ri itself, is one of the finest to be had in the Everest region - some say it is even better than that from Kala Patthar. After lunch it is a short walk to the village of Thangna, situated at the shore of the Ngozumpa Glacier. Stay overnight at lodge.

Day 12: Trek from Thangna to Dzongla (4843m.) via Chola pass (5420m.) takes about 5 and half hours.
Now you ascend slightly along the valley towards Chola pass. The Chola pass is most of the time covered with blue ice giving you a chill feeling. Here you can also enjoy the panoramic view of various mountains. From here, the trail descends steeply down for an hour and then slightly descends all the way to Dzongla. Stay overnight at lodge.

Day 13: Trek from Dzonglo to Gorakshep (5180m.) via Lobuche takes about 5 hours.
From Dzongla the trail descends and ascends gently and contours around the west side of the Lobuche Khola, providing excellent views of Ama Dablam, the Nuptse-Lhotse wall and Everest. The trail coming from Pheriche meets at the Lobuche Khola (Lobuche Stream). Stay overnight at lodge.

Day 14: Trek from Gorakshep to Everest Base Camp (5337m.) and back to Gorakshep takes about 4 and half hours.
While trekking to Everest Base Camp you pass through a trail, which weaves its way through ice pinnacles and past the crevasses of the Khumbu Glacier. During the spring season, you can meet some expedition team on the Everest Base Camp. On the return leg, you can take a higher route to get a spectacular view of the Khumbu icefall and numerous mountains. You return to Gorak Shep to stay overnight.

Day 15: Trek from Gorakshep to Kala Patthar (5545m.) and trek to Pheriche (4250m.) takes about 6 and half hours.
Early morning climb to Kala Patthar (5545m.) and enjoy the view of sunrise. From Kala Patthar you can have a panoramic view of Mt. Everest and many other mountain peaks like Mt. Pumori, Mt. Lingtren, Mt. Khumbetse, Mt. Nuptse, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Ama Dablam, Mt. Thamserku and many more. The town of Pheriche is known as windy town. Stay over night at lodge.

Day 16: Trek from Pheriche to Tyangboche (3850m.) takes about 4 hours.
To reach Tyangboche you pass through Pangboche village, which is known to have highest permanent settlement throughout the year in Khumbu region. Upon your arrival at Tyangboche village you come across the famous legendary monastery, the largest in the Khumbu region. Stay overnight at lodge.

Day 17: Trek from Tyangboche to Namche Bazaar (3440m.) takes about 4 hours.
From Tyangboche, the trail descends steeply and slightly towards Phunki Tenga (3250m.) crossing the Dudh Koshi. Now you have a glimpse of panoramic views of the great peaks of the Khumbu including Mt Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, Thamserku and Kusum Kangaru. Passing by several villages and numerous teashops, the trail ascends steeply to Sanasa where local Sherpa people sell the Tibetan goods. Stay overnight at lodge.

Day 18: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Lukla (2886 m.) takes about six hours.
The last day of your trek leads from Namche Bazaar via Monjo to Lukla. The trek is pleasant, except for few short uphill climbs and then down to the Bhote- Koshi River crossing it three times. The last uphill climb of 45 minutes will bring you to Lukla for your overnight stay.

Day 19: Fly from Lukla to Kathmandu takes about 35 minutes.

Day 20: Departure from Kathmandu.

Service Includes

• All meals (B/L/D) during the trekking period
• Accommodation (Lodge) during the trekking period
• National park permit
  
• Domestic airfare (if necessary)
• Domestic airport tax (if necessary)
• English speaking guide
• Highly experienced staffs
• Staffs food, clothing & salary
• Staffs insurance
• All necessary grounded transportation
• Medical supplies (first aid kit will be available).
• Airport picks up & drops
• Arrangement of Emergency Helicopter service which will be paid by your Travel insurance company.
• TIMS Card (Trekker's Information Management System)
• All Local / Government Taxes
  

• Personal nature expenses
• Bar bill and all kind of drinks
• Rescue & Evacuation
• Gratitude (tip) for staff