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High Pass (ADVENTURE) Trek : Cho-La Pass, Gokyo Trek with Everest Base Camp

Duration - 22	Max Altitude: 5360m
Trek Name: Cho-La Pass, Gokyo Trek with Everest Base Camp Trek Code: CP 4	Max Group Size: No Limits
	Cost: Depends on Numbers

Everest region is the famous region of Nepal. More than hundred thousands of trekkers are trekking this area. When Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay set off on their epic journey in 1953 this region became famous in the word. It’s main attraction is the Mt. Everest “SAGARMATHA” (in Nepali language) 8848 meter in the world. Mt. Lhotse 8516 meter, Mt. Cho-Oyu 8201 meter, Mt. Makalu 8463 meter, Mt. Amadablam 6812 meter are also main attractions of this area. It is also known as the home of Sherpa people and the mysterious Yeti. This trek comprises not only the Everest Base Camp but also Namche Bazar, Lukla, Tyangboche and the whole Solukhumbu. The trek to Khumbu area is not only famous for trekking and expedition but also for the Sherpa culture. One can enjoy and learn Sherpa culture very closely by visiting this region.

To complete this trek we fly to Lukla is the best option for those with limited time. Most of the flights depend on weather condition. However, the helicopter service and chartered flights are also available on request. The Everest Trek is one of the most thrilling adventure treks for excitement-seekers. There are several trekking routes within the Khumbu Region like Kalapatthar, Gokyo Lake, Everest Base Camp and Syangbochhe trek. Sherpa villages, home of the world's highest Buddhist monasteries and the highest peaks on Earth". The Everest Base Camp Trek is probably the most famous in the world - and deservedly so. It's taken millions of years and unimaginably powerful forces to create this mountain range; the Himalaya is literally what happens when continents collide. It's even so vast that it's changed our global climate system - and nowhere is it more spectacular than the Everest region.World's highest Buddhist monastery and Everest Base Camp Mt. Everest, Sagarmatha National Park are attractive views from here.

After complete the Everest base Camp trek we will start to cross the Cho-La cross and Gokyo, Gokyo-Ri Tre. It is difficult course that goes form Khumbu glacier to Ngozumba glacier, cuts, across the Bhote Kosi and the Khumbu Range to a 5000 high lookout plateau, and crosses a mountain pass. You will be trekking at thigh altitudes for a number of days so you must beware of altitude sickness. Moreover, cancel ath trek if there is heavy snowfall. Tent equipments, food supplies, cooking fuel, and sheets for porters are necessary. In addition, on the day that you cross the pass you must have warm cloths for the porters. This minor route cuts off at Gokyo and many be considered a minor route of the Everest and Gokyo courses.

Itinerary:
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu airport and transfer to hotel Day 02: Fly to Lukla (2840m) and trek to Phakding2610m). The trail is gentle descends first up to Thado Koshi then gradual climb up to the first camp site via Dudh koshi river bank. Day 03: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3440m), Namche Bazar is main commercial town of Khumbu region as well as gate way to Mt. Everest. Before head to further your journey you will have chance to experience about real Sherpa culture. Day 04: Acclimatize in Namche Bazaar, morning visit Everest view point form there you will have first glimpse of Mt. Everest and stunning views of other mountains- Ama Dablam, Lhotse, Khantenga, Thamserku and more. Day 05: Trek to Tengboche (3860m), after breakfast at Namche Bazaar your trek start via gentle ridge walk of the town and descent to the Dhudh Koshi River at Phunkithanka, after crossing the bridge from there the trail goes climb up to the Tengboche. The Monastery of there is the main attraction during the Mani Rimdu festival in November most of the locals and travelers gather for the celebration. Besides the place offers you panoramic views second glimpse of Mt. Everest. Day 06: Trek to Dingboche (4410m), Just descending from the Tengboche Monastery the trail follow through Rhododendron forest with sloppy steps to Deboche. Further ahead from there you will be crossing Imja Khola Bridge and trail goes gradual climb up to next Sherpa village Pangboche (3930m). This village has Oldest Monastery of the Khumbu region may you can have short drinking break before the lunch break of the day at Somare and late afternoon you will be at Dingboche Village for the over night camp. Day 07: Acclimatize in Dingboche, This is second rest day of your classic journey to Mt. Everest, the village is situated Imja khola valley, one of the warmest and sunny village and the last cultivation land of the region with breathe taking closer views of Mt. Ama Dablam and Lhotse. May you can spend your time couple of hour walking to the ridge for the photographs or exploring around the Sherpa Land. Day 08: Trek to Lobuche (4910m), after a day rest your journey will continue towards the Lobuche via grand barrier with many splendid vies of the peaks .Now you are almost close to khumbu glacier just crossing the river near by Dugla the trail goes again climb up from there to top of the ridge and the trail drops again to moraine of the Khumbu glacier and continue to the Lobuche. Day 09: Trek to Gorakhshep (5140m), about 3 hours gradual walk from the Lobuche camp site you will be at your final destination of Mt. Everest, if day sunny and without clouds may you can visit Everest Base(5364m), Camp after the lunch or climb up to Kalapatthar hill (5545m) for the panoramic views of Giant Mt. Everest, Mt. Pumo Ri, Nuptse and Lintren. Day 10: Morning explore around the Khumbu Glacier or climb up to kalapatthar for the last best view of your dream about Mt. Everest, have a breakfast and trek back to via same route to Lobuche camp site again. Day 11: In the morning after breakfast drop down via glacier moraine from Lobuche near by Dugla the route will be changed towards the next stop Dzongla (4830m). This is the last stop before crossing the famous Cho La Pass 5330m. Day 12: From Dzongla now you are going for the pass, it will be long walking until the next stop so may you need to carry extra bottle of drinking water because on the way there is no any places for buying drinks. After the pass the trail drops down to the next camp site is called Thangnak (4700m). Day 13: Trek to Gokyo Lake (4790m), from Thangnak the trail drop you first to Ngozumpa Glacier after crossing the glacier section you will be near by first Lake after continue the trek again you will have beautiful second lake and finally you will be in the Gokyo Lake which is considered as both Hindus and Buddhists secrete holy pilgrimage site. Day 14: Explore around Gokyo Lake morning visit Gokyo Ri (5360m) from there you will have stunning view of whole Everest region including Cho Oyu, Gyachung Kang, Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, Cholatse and Taboche. Day 15: Walk towards Cho Oyu base camp, explore around the far corner of Fik Lake and afternoon come back to stay over night at Gokyo. Day 16: Trek back to Dole, the rout will be descending down via Dhudh Koshi River bank and on the way you will have many spots of wonderful panoramic views. Day 17: Trek to Khumjung (3780m), Khumjung is the largest settlement village in the Sherpa land where you will have chance to see real Sherpas’ life style and there cultural activities, The village has also a high school which is funded by Sir Edmund Hillary Foundation and also an old monastery where they have preserved famous Yeti skull. Day 18: Trek back to Phakding, the trail again drops to Namche Bazar and have a short tea/coffee stop and continue descending via same route and on the way stop for the lunch break an hour at Jorsale Village Day 19: After breakfast from Phakding Village trek back to Lukla, have a lunch and rest at tea house lodge or afternoon free for personal activities. Day 20: Early in the morning fly back from Lukla to Kathmandu, end the trip and transfer to hotel. Day 21: Free day in Kathmandu and Shoppin Day 22: After breakfast transfer to airport for International departure.
Trips Start Dates:
March / April / May / September / October / November / January
Included in your trip:
Airport transfers pick up and drop by overland transport Entry permits to Sagarmatha national park permit fee & TIMS fee All supporting staffs (trekking guide and porters), as well as their necessary All staff, Personal, Medical & Rescue evacuation insurance. 3 meals per day and Lodge for sleeping for all members and staff. Domestic airfare and airport tax Kathmandu - Lukla and Lukla -Kathmandu flight 3 night accommodation in Kathmandu on BB basis before and after the trek.
Not included:
Tips, Gift, Donation for staff and nacessaty places unch and dinner during the Kathmandu stay Travel / medical insurance and emergency evacuation cost Personal expenses such as telephone calls, alcoholic beverages, bottled.
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