Trek to Everest base camp and Gokyo Lakes in the heart of Nepal and experience a magical blend of fascinating culture, jaw-dropping scenery and a glimpse of the world’s highest mountain. For many adventurers, it’s the ultimate trekking itinerary which doesn’t require any technical skills.
We start our trekking journey by heading into the Gokyo Valley, a stunning area close to the Everest region but hidden away and separated by a snowy pass. The Gokyo area offers quiet contemplation and reflection, especially if you visit the serenity and beauty of the Five Lakes. Make it to the Fifth Lake and you are rewarded with magical views of Cho Oyu, the ‘Turquoise Goddess’ feeling as though it is within touching distance across the border into Tibet. The majesty of Everest still graces this area and the journey to the top of Gokyo Ri offers a more western view of Everest, something which few others get to see and exemplifies the changing faces of the mountain.
We visit the basecamp of Mount Everest and enter the the real stillness of the Khumbu Icefall and get the famous eagle eye view of the Himalayas from the top of Kala Pattar, then descend following an ancient trade route through vibrant Sherpa settlements, dense rhododendron forest with magnificent views of the Khumbu Valley.
Our route allows for gentle acclimatisation with plenty of rest stops, giving you the chance to comfortably explore and savour every nook and cranny of the magnificent region. For those wishing to add even more adventure, we also have the option of a 15 day trek with a scenic heli flight back from Gorak Shep to Lukla.
Day 1 - Depart UK
Day 2 - Kathmandu
Day 3 - Lukla (2,800m) – Phakding (2,610m)
Day 4 - Namche Bazaar (3,440m)
Day 5 - Acclimatisation Day - Namche Bazaar (3,440m)
Day 6 - Namche Bazaar to Phortse Thanga (3,680m)
Day 7 - Phortse Thanga to Machhermo (4,470m)
Day 8 - Machhermo to Gokyo (4,800 m)
Day 9 - Gokyo Valley: Acclimatisation Day. Optional Hike to 5th Lake: 6-7 hours
Day 10 - Gokyo to Thagnak (4,750 m)
Day 11 - Thagnak to Cho La Pass (5,367m)
Day 12 - Dzongla to Lobuche (4,940 m)
Day 13 - Lobuche to Gorak Shep (5,170 m) & Everest Base Camp (5,364 m)
Day 14 - Gorak Shep to Kala Patthar (5,545m) to Pheriche (4,288m)
(There is the option to helicopter back to Lukla then fly back to Kathmandu on day 14, if you wish)
Day 15 - Pheriche to Namche Bazaar (3400m)
Day 16 - Namche Bazaar to Lukla (2,800m)
Day 17 - Fly to Kathmandu
Day 18 - Explore Kathmandu / Depart Nepal
Day 19 - Arrive in the UK
- International & domestic flights plus taxes
- Local guides and a 360 guide (depending on group size)
- Porters
- Sagarmatha National park fees
- Equipment & clothing for porters & local crew
- Accommodation during trek (tent on camping trek or lodge)
- Accommodation in Kathmandu sharing doubles or twins with breakfast
- Airport transfers
- All food whilst on trek, breakfast and dinner on first night and celebration meal
- 15% discount at Cotswold Outdoor
- Monthly payment plan, on request
- Personal equipment
- Staff/guide gratuities
- Alcoholic beverages
- Trip Insurance
- Items of a personal nature; phone calls, laundry, room service, etc
- Unscheduled hotels and restaurant meals
- Lunches in Kathmandu and dinner on night 21
- Visas
- Any additional costs associated with leaving the expedition early including any airline surcharges as a result of changing return airline tickets
What can I say. An all in, amazing adventure. This was my first ever trekking holiday. I LOVED it. The 360 guides obviously knew their stuff, the food was amazing, the company fantastic and the scenery breathtaking. Photo's just do not do it justice. I met such a great bunch and we laughed and trekked for the full three weeks. If you are lucky enough to get three weeks of work - You MUST do this.
- $2,843 - $4,188
- April, May, October, November 15 - 19 Days
- Trekking
- $2,843 - $4,188
- April, May, October, November 15 - 19 Days
- Trekking
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