Everest Base Camp Trek via Gokyo
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Everest Base Camp Trek via Gokyo
Official NVT Expedition4.9/5.0 (22 Verified Reviews)
Quick Trip Facts
| Feature | Details |
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Destination / Region | Everest Region↗ |
Duration | 16 Days |
Trip Grade | challenging |
Maximum Altitude | 5,545 m (Kala Patthar) |
Best Season | March - May & Sept - Nov |
Group Size | 2 - 12 Trekkers |
Transportation | Domestic Flights & Tourist Vehicle |
Meals | Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner during Trek |
Accommodation | Standard Mountain Teahouses & Lodges |
Start & End Point | Kathmandu / Kathmandu |
Activities | Teahouse Trekking |
Walking Days | 14 Walking Days |
Daily Walking | 5 - 7 Hours Daily |
Overview of Everest Base Camp Trek via Gokyo
The comprehensive 16-day circuit combining the pristine Gokyo Valley, Gokyo Ri sunrise, crossing Cho La Pass, and Everest Base Camp with Kala Patthar.
A complete Himalayan odyssey giving you the best of both world-famous valleys. Explore the emerald glacial lakes of Gokyo, hike to the 5th lake beside Cho Oyu, cross the snowy Cho La pass, stand at Everest Base Camp, and climb Kala Patthar at sunrise.
Provides superior acclimatization due to the gradual ascent through Gokyo. Excellent alternative for trekkers who dislike walking the same path up and down.
Trip Highlights
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Stand beside the ice pinnacles of Everest Base Camp (5,364m)
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Sunrise panoramas from both Gokyo Ri (5,357m) and Kala Patthar (5,545m)
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Traverse the high glaciated Cho La Pass (5,420m)
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View all six sacred emerald Gokyo Lakes and Ngozumpa Glacier
Day-by-Day Itinerary (16 Days)
Detailed daily trekking distances, walking hours & stays
Welcome to Nepal. Hotel check-in and briefing.
⛰️ 1,400 m Hotel in Thamel Welcome Dinner
What's Included
Included- Lukla round-trip flights, 15 nights accommodation (hotels & teahouses)
- Full board meals, senior Sherpa guide, porters, national park permits, oximeter
What's Not Included
Excluded- International airfare, travel insurance, personal expenses, tips
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Route Map & Elevation Profile
Route map for Everest Base Camp Trek via Gokyo will be updated soon.
Good to Know — Essential Preparation
Trip GuideAltitude & Acclimatization
Our itineraries are crafted with gradual ascent profiles to minimize Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS). Certified Sherpa guides carry fingertip pulse oximeters, medical first aid kits, and portable emergency oxygen at all times.
Permits, Passports & Paperwork
We manage and include all National Park, Conservation Area (ACAP/Sagarmatha), TIMS, and Restricted Area Permits on your behalf. Simply provide copies of your passport and 2 passport photos upon arrival in Kathmandu.
Recommended Trekking Packing Checklist
Checked & approved by Nepal View Trek lead guidesRequirements & Essentials1 essentials
- High fitness level for 6-8 hours daily mountain trekking
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about preparation, safety, permits, and booking
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Cho La pass is frequently blocked by heavy snowfall between late December and February; therefore, we recommend March to May or September to November.
24/7 Local Sherpa Experts
Have a specific question about Everest Base Camp Trek via Gokyo?
Every traveler is unique. Talk directly with our certified Himalayan route leaders regarding high-altitude fitness, custom acclimatization days, gear advice, or group discounts.
Comments & Reviews
VERIFIED TREKKERSReal experiences & feedback from our community
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