Everest Base Camp Trek via Gokyo Lakes

Explore the Gokyo Lakes which lies in the higher elevation of the world and the Everest Base Camp

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Everest Base Camp Trek via Gokyo Lakes Overview

Is the Everest Base Camp Trek via Gokyo Lakes everything that you want to see? The answer to this question is no. Its trekking trail does not help you to explore the secrets of the Everest Region. Because the region has so many beauties; the region is also vast, and the beauty with the vastness not only has a usual trekking trail, but also the trails that you have never heard of. Therefore, many trekking guides and solitary trekkers take up the Everest Base Camp via Gokyo Lakes. This trek is perfect for them. After all, it comes on his or their radar because it has a solitary trekking trail because it is off the beaten. Also, it has a lot of snow-clad mountains which you have yearned for, and as you head deeper and deeper into Sagarmatha National Park, a UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE, you will see a collection of towering peaks.

As you see these peaks, what happens to you. First, the adrenaline rushes in your blood; second, the curiosity grows more and more; third, you see the peaks that look like the picture of a perfect postcard. Fourthly, you are seeing all these from the solitary trekking trail, which is your favorite.

You believe the journey is a trekking trail. You also believe that the journey should be remembered till the ripe age. And you also believe that the journey should be rewarding even when you are walking aimlessly, and last but not least, the beauty of the journey should make you speechless.

According to our experience, Altitude Mountain sickness can occur above 2,500 meters. Symptoms may include headaches, vomiting, tiredness, trouble sleeping, and dizziness. The remedies are

  • Drink extra water
  • Don’t go up until symptoms go down

Travel Max Guide includes all lodging, food, and transport during the trek and takes care of all the logistics, allowing you to relax and enjoy the spectacular highlights.

Accommodation

In Kathmandu, you are going to stay at the 3-star category hotel (Value). During trekking, you will spend your night in a tea house. The tea house is a lodge or a guest house. The tea house is an old name for a lodge because trekkers and climbers gave this name 40 years ago. After all, it used to sell only tea then. Now they also sell meals as well as provide bedrooms for the trekkers and climbers. The old name tea house is still used by the trekking agencies in Nepal. Hence, the name tea house trek. Tea house differs from village to village where you are going to spend your night. Some have attached bathrooms as well as running a hot water facility, while others have only basic facilities, that is, you have to share a toilet and a bathroom with others. This is so because they are located at a high altitude and the remotest area. Some provide dormitory-style accommodation, but they also provide you a bed, a pillow, a blanket, and a bedsheet still, you must have your sleeping bag. 

  • Kathmandu- 4 Nights
  • Mountain Teahouse/ Guesthouse- 14 Nights

Transportation

In your trip cost, we have also included the transportation fare, so that you do not have to pay from your pocket when you are in Nepal. The fare includes pick up from the airport as well as drop off at the airport by private vehicle. As well as other transportation facilities like an internal flight from Kathmandu- Lukla-Kathmandu.

How to get noticed outside at the airport?

You will be seeing us outside the airport holding the name of TMG Adventure when you arrive at Kathmandu- Tribhuvan International Airport. You will transfer to your hotel. One of our company representatives will explain to you about your trip and share the trip plan with you. If we have a couple of times, you are going to visit our office or will explain it to you at your hotel lobby. 

Meals

In Kathmandu, we will provide you breakfast at your hotel. You are trekking near the mountains, that is, you are trekking at a higher altitude, so your body needs energy, and you will get the energy from the food you eat. The foods that we provide you have the right amount of carbohydrates, protein, and fat. We will provide you these in all three square meals: breakfast, lunch, and dinner with tea/coffee.

Meals included:

  • Breakfast- 18
  • Lunch- 14
  • Dinner-15

Attend farewell dinner

Travel Max Guide always focuses to spend time gossiping about the trips and sharing our experiences. This time, we will hear from you regarding your trips; how it goes? How do you spend your time in the Himalayas? Do you love our team and the service? Great feedbacks and time of listening from our clients. Your complaints and feedbacks help us to improve our weaknesses. And obviously, we love to eat food in the way you are going to see the cultural dance shows in a Nepali typical restaurant. 

Accomplishment certificate

Our company will provide you the accomplishment certificate and the Nepali typical gifts as a sign of love and reward. At the same time, we would like to be thankful and share our joy that you do trust and become a member of the Travel Max Guide. 

Travel Max Guide Team

We are workaholics, passionate, and expertise. We are not only just the trekking leaders, guides, or simply workers who are working in tourism. More on, we are storytellers from the Land of Himalayas. Lead you through the local villages, trails, and mountains. Spending time with the local people. Exploring local authenticity, life, and culture. Our team is a certified tourist and trekking guide. Officially certified licensed holders are provided by the Nepal Government. Well trained on how to tackle altitude mountain sickness as well as how to use the first aid kit. Our team will take care of you all the time. If in case you are affected by an altitude mountain sickness or if you get sick during the trek. The company will provide you the emergency evacuation if you need it, you will be provided a helicopter. That is the reason why our guides have 24/7 access to TMG Adventure in Kathmandu.

Travel Insurance

Travel Insurance is a must because you are trekking near the mountains at an altitude of more than 3000 meters. You must ensure in your country before coming to Nepal, before starting your trek. Please bring with you a copy of insurance, and your insurance policy must cover the medical expenses, helicopter evacuation from the altitude of 5000 m to 6000 m, and other things related to your health. Please give a copy to our company. It will send the information to the insurance company if you use the mountain rescue operation, mentioned above.

Passport and Visa

Before coming to Nepal, your passport must have a validity of 6 months, and you can put the Tourist Visa ‘On Arrival’ on your passport at Tribhuwan International Airport in Kathmandu, Nepal. On arrival, the visa procedure is very quick and simple. For more information please visit this site: Nepal Immigration

On Arrival Visa Fee at Entry points

  •  15 Days- $30
  • 30 Days- $50
  • 90 Days- $125

and you must also bring 4 passport-sized photos. If you are from China or SAARC countries, a free visa will be provided to you.

Trekking Information

Nepal is open for all seasons.

You can do a trek and tour in different parts of Nepal. For those who are looking to do the trek in the best season, travelers can pick it from the below ones: The following are the best seasons for trekking in Nepal, and each of these has its charm, the one which is on the top of the list is the best.

  • Autumn Season (September till November)
  • Winter season (November till February)
  • Spring season (March till May)
  • Rainy Season (June till August)

As a trekker, you can do different types of trekking in Nepal, and they have been given below.

  • Tea House Trekking (Guesthouse/Lodge Trek)
  • Camping
  • Home Stay 

Travel Max Guide listed different types of trekking experiences. You can find it on our website. To make it easier here are a bunch of lists.

Extend your holiday/ Optional Itinerary and Services

Travel Max Guide offers exclusive trekking and tour packages in Nepal, Tibet, and Nepal. Packages are disseminated on our website with different styles/themes or experiences. Consideration of our previous travelers’ suggestion Travel Max Guide offers extension holidays. During the time of your booking, if you wish you extend some more days, you can check out the extended holidays. These are optional add-ons. Our company works for reliability and flexibility on time frames upon request of our clients. Before your booking, if you need any assistance. You can fill out a quick inquiry form. Our team is happy to organize this all. 

Walk miles for a good cause

Travel Max Guide is the inception of the First Act Nepal (FAN). Our team is working for a good cause. That might be a good question- there are lots of organizations working for a social cause but why we are adding the numbers. What might be the reason? The reason is simple, we do love to share what we have. We are strongly guided by the principal, “Love Your Neighbor as Yourself.” So we do. 

Travel Max Guide supports a certain income to FAN. It’s a team working for the children of Nepal. Support for the child sponsorship program. It’s just a small contribution to our children who are longing for love and support. If our small contribution can make things different, why not? to be a contributor. We are looking to build our communities bigger where everyone can get an opportunity. So let’s share what we can, let’s do what we suppose to do. Listen from your heart. Ok fine, finally it’s time for action. 

Volunteering opportunities

This topic is always a key point for us. And we are working on it too. If you are looking to do volunteer or engage in some kind of social work. You can contact us.

Group trekking/ Single

In group trekking normally there will be a minimum of 2 people and a maximum of 30 people. In the group trekking, there will be guide leaders, One porter for every two trekkers, and an assistant trekking guide for a group of 8 people and more. The company will run private trekking for you at your time frame and requirements and solo trekkers.

Special events

If you are looking to make special events by filming for your moments. Travel Max Guide offers you travel documentary, travel photography trips in all parts of Nepal. We will make the documentary for you. Take the special moments. If you are going to make it happen, you can contact us. This is our special offer, which is not included in the above price cost. You can send your group size, time frame, and requirements.

Travel photography

Upon your request, we can organize the travel photography tour in Nepal. On the trip normally there will be a photographer who will lead you to the Himalayas of Nepal through the lens. If you are a photographer, filming industry, or like to learn photography, Nepal is a perfect place for it. Contact us for more details. 

Trip Highlights

  • Stunning views from your flight to Lukla
  • Various Stupas on the trails
  • The big town of Namche Bazaar and the beautiful village of Gokyo
  • Cho La and the Ngozumpa Glaciers
  • Gokyo Ri Peak
  • Stunnig views of Everest, Makalu, Lhotse, Cho Oyu and the Gyachun Kang mountains
  • The Holy lakes of the Gokyo Valley
  • Guides favorite viewpoint
  • Everest Region's most beautiful lake
  • Incredible view of Mt. Everest

Outline Itinerary

Day 01 – Arrival in Kathmandu (1,400 m)
Day 02 – Fly to Lukla (2840m), trek to Phakding (2,610m) Duration: 3 hours trek.
Day 03 – Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,440 m) Duration: 6 hours
Day 04 – Acclimatization Day: Namche Bazaar
Day 05 – Trek to Phortse Thanga (3,680 m) Duration: 5 hours
Day 06 – Trek to Machherma (4,470 m) Duration: 5 hours
Day 07 – Trek to Gokyo (4,800 m) Duration: 4 hours
Day 08 – Gokyo Valley: Acclimatization Day- Optional Hike to Gokyo Ri (5,357m) Duration: 4 hours
Day 09 – Trek to Dragnag (4700m) Duration: 4 hours
Day 10 – Trek to Dzonglha (4830m) via Cho La Pass (5368m) Duration: 7 hours
Day 11 – Trek to Lobuche (4,910 m) Duration: 4 hours
Day 12 – Trek to Gorak Shep (5,140m) visit Everest Base Camp (5,364 m) Duration: 6 hours
Day 13 – Hike to Kala Patthar (5,545 m) and descend to Pheriche (4,240 m) Duration: 7 hours
Day 14 – Trek to Namche Bazaar (3440m) Duration: 6 hours
Day 15 – Trek to Lukla (2,840 m) Duration: 6 hours
Day 16 – Fly to Kathmandu.
Day 17 – Leisure Day and farewell dinner in Kathmandu
Day 18 – Trip Conclude

  • Trip Code

    TMG-GE100

  • Start Point

    Kathmandu

  • End Point

    Kathmandu

  • Trip Duration

    18 Days

  • Activity

    Lake Trek

  • Region

    Everest Region

  • Trip Staffs

    Trekking Guide, Porter, Driver

  • Transportation

    Private Vehicle

  • Trip Style

    BLD

  • Trip Grade

    Strenuous

  • Elevation

    5,550 m

  • Accomodation

    Value

  • Trip Type

    Guided Group Tour

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  • Local experts
  • Personal care and attention
  • 100% safe
  • A registered tour operator
  • Emergency services
  • Available 24/7
  • Fits every budget
  • No booking fees
  • local welfare
What's Included

What's Includes

  • Twin sharing accommodation at 3-star category hotel with Breakfast plan in Kathmandu
  • Guesthouse/ Mountain Teahouse accommodation during the time of trekking

  • All ground transportation by the private vehicle

  • Round trip flight from Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu including departures taxes

  • Breakfast in Kathmandu
  • Full board meal (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) with tea/coffee during the time of trekking
  • As indicated in the itinerary

  • Nepal Government certified English speaking local trekking guide and porter
  • Porter service (One porter for 2 trekkers)

  • Sagarmatha National Park Permit and Trekkers Information Management System (TIMS) Permit card for trekking
  • Official paper documents Government taxes and local fees

  • Insurance of Guides, including their meals, salary, lodging, and transportation.
  • A comprehensive medical kit.
  • Farewell dinner in a restaurant with a cultural show.
  • Trip accomplishment certificate.
  • All government taxes

What's not includes

  • International flights tickets

  • Travel and rescue insurance

  • Nepal entry visa
  • Personal trekking equipment and expenses like water, laundry, phone and bar bills
  • Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu because of early arrival, late departure, early return from your trip (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary. Expenses due to unavoidable events, like flight cancellation, strikes, and others
  • Tips to your guide, porter, and driver
  • Any other expenses that are not mentioned in the “cost include” section

Itinerary & Maps

Detailed Itinerary

Welcome to Kathmandu, the city of temples, you can call it the most developed city of Nepal as of now, and it is here, where we are located to serve you in a way you want from TRIBHUWAN INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, where you can see us waiting for you with our TRAVEL MAX GUIDE SIGN BOARD, and your name so that you can spot us at once so that you can find us whether it is in the middle of the night or the beginning of the day, and you will be taken to your hotel by vehicle or to our office where you can ask us a lot of questions that you have in your curious mind, having tea or coffee, after all these activities if you have time, then there is nothing better than spending your time in Thamel, the tourist hub which is just outside the door of our office, you ask yourself, what you want to eat, what you want to enjoy or put these questions to our airport representatives or guides or to us who will show you what you want to see and do in Thamel that the tourist like you most desired in a new place because we know all the things, and WE ARE WITH YOU from today till we depart you from Nepal safely.

  • Accomodation

    Value

  • Transportation

    Private Vehicle

Yesterday, we did the trek preparation. We also checked your insurance details, and you should have a copy of your travel medical insurance policy with you. Today, after breakfast, head to the domestic airport. Enjoy 35 minutes scenic mountain flight to Tenzing-Hillary Airport known as Lukla airport. See the wonderful Himalayas, including Everest. Next, we trek to Phakding along with a trekking guide. En route, you come across the Dudh Kosi Valley. If you are interested, then you can visit a monastery in Phakding.

  • Accomodation

    Guesthouse

  • Meals provided

    BLD

  • Transportation

    Private Vehicle & Flight

As you follow the Dudh Kosi River and arrive in Tok Tok, you see the stunning view of Thamserku. The trekking trail climbs to Chhumowa and Monjo, and you enter Sagarmatha National Park. See the cascade of waterfalls. Follow the trekking trail that goes uphill and downhill. Villages are widely prevalent with flowers, such as Rhododendron, Magnolia, and fir. Intermingling with nature, you head to Namche. On the way, you get an ample opportunity to see the mountains. You can have a view of Mt. Everest as well as of Nuptse.

  • Accomodation

    Guesthouse

  • Meals provided

    BLD

Acclimatization means an adaptation for tomorrow’s higher altitude. This does not mean staying in a lodge. For the ultimate view of the mountains, head to the Everest View Hotel, and the view consists of Mt.Everest (8848m), Nuptse (7864m), Ama Dablam (6814m), Kangtega (6783m), Thamserku (6618m), KusumKhang Karda (6370m), Kongde (6086m) and Khumbu, and others. This is a short hike, and hiking is always strenuous in the Everest Region, and the view of the mountains is impressive. You will see a 180-degree view of the mountains, and you will not regret.

  • Accomodation

    Guesthouse

  • Meals provided

    BLD

The trekking trail goes uphill, but to the forest of rhododendron, juniper, and conifers and takes you to Yak Kharkas and summer settlements. The view of mountains, such as Khumbi Yul Lha (5765m) and Tabuche (6495m) is breath-taking. If you are hungering for Chorten and believe in the reincarnation of Lama, you find today is the perfect day. If you have the dream of the latter, explore Mohang, the birthplace of the re-incarnated Lama of Rongbuk Monastery of Tibet who is believed to have introduced Buddhism in the Everest Region, en route.

  • Accomodation

    Guesthouse

  • Meals provided

    BLD

Walking on a ridge, you see an excellent view of the valley, Kantega Mountain and Cho-Oyu Mountain. Following the descending trekking trail, you reach rhododendron forest, waterfall, Tongba Village, Dhole, Lhabarma and Luza villages. The trail also takes you to Chorten and offers you a fine view of the Dudh Kosi River. Most of the trail runs by this river. Before reaching Machherma, you descend to the terminal moraine of the Ngozumba glacier.

  • Accomodation

    Guesthouse

  • Meals provided

    BLD

The trekking trail goes uphill and offers an excellent view of the Khantega Mountain and Cho-Oyu (8,153m). Then, it goes downhill to the terminal moraine of the Ngozumba glacier and then uphill to the first lake. There are many lakes. Longponga is one of the lakes. You will see the second lake and reach Gokyo where there is a third lake. Gokyo Lake is as blue as the sky and displays full of calmness. It glimmers in the sun rays.

  • Accomodation

    Guesthouse

  • Meals provided

    BLD

You can customize to meet your needs. Acclimatization means an adaptation for tomorrow’s higher altitude. For the ultimate view of the mountains, hike to Gokyo Ri, a viewpoint. This is a short hike, and hiking is always strenuous in the Everest Region. The view of the mountain is impressive. You will see a 180-degree view of the mountains, and you will not regret. Because you will see the breathtaking view of sunrise atop the mountain, including the world’s four highest mountains. This will be an unforgettable memory. Return to Gokyo for breakfast and relax the rest of the day.

  • Accomodation

    Guesthouse

  • Meals provided

    BLD

The trekking trail today also offers you an option to hike to Gokyo Ri if you had missed yesterday. Follow the trekking trail that goes downhill that takes you to the Ngozumba Glacier. Later, walk along the edge of the mountain, and the meandering trail that takes you to Dragnag. Today’s main highlights are mountains, such as Kusum Kanguru, Thamserku, Kangtega, Tabuche, Cholatse, Makalu, Lhotse, Nuptse, Everest, Changtse, and Pumori.

  • Accomodation

    Guesthouse

  • Meals provided

    BLD

The upper part of the trekking trail is tough; it is steep, and it is unmaintained. The top of the pass is decorated with colorful Buddhist flags. It also offers the view of the pyramidal geometrical shape of Ama Dablam, and soaring Cholatse, Lobuche and Baruntse. From the top, the trail extends downhill. Chola Pass is a difficult trekking route; we must say. Most of the parts of the trail are moderate to adventurous. High altitude will make it difficult to breathe.

  • Accomodation

    Guesthouse

  • Meals provided

    BLD

Begin walking until you reach the river bed. The trail goes uphill. Travel Max Guide believes that trekking should be more enjoyable. It feels that you have walked more than your capabilities in the passes. If you desire an easy walking, today is the day. The part of the trekking trail that you are walking is grassy. You walk along the moraine of the glacier and the surrounding scenery of Chola Che. The Lobuche Peak is visible. You will also see the stunning view of Pumori.

  • Accomodation

    Guesthouse

  • Meals provided

    BLD

Today, our top priority is to visit the Everest Base Camp. Hit to the narrow and rocky path. Next up is an area from where you can detour. Your guide will tune with the original trekking trail. Pay a visit to the Italian Pyramid. You also hit rocky dunes, moraines, and streams. There is a glacier on the way, the trail is rocky and windy and offers the stunning view of Mt Pumori. You also head towards the Khumbu Icefall. This part of the trek is difficult because of high altitude and thin air. After you swallow the beauty of Everest Base Camp, you say farewell to it.

  • Accomodation

    Guesthouse

  • Meals provided

    BLD

When you reach the top of Kalapathar, you will find it full of life because it is the only place in the world for every Everest Lover. Kalapathar is a well-defined viewpoint. Above all, you will see a 360-degree panoramic view of Mt Everest, Mt. Pumori, Mt. Lingtren, Mt. Khumbetse, Mt. Nuptse, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Ama Dablam, Mt. Thamserku and so on. You follow the downhill trekking trail to Dughla in the Imja valley. It is the only place in the Everest Region where barley is grown.

  • Accomodation

    Guesthouse

  • Meals provided

    BLD

Trek down to the forest that exemplifies rhododendron and juniper trees with a few magnolia and birch trees. Cross the prayer-flag festooned bridge on the Dudh Koshi River. Have lunch on the way. While trekking, enjoy the exclusive view of Ama Dablam. There are winding trails ahead. As you trek, you will see the last glimpse of Lhotse and Everest. In the hotel, you might see the trekkers of all genres.

  • Accomodation

    Guesthouse

  • Meals provided

    BLD

Retrace and find out the steps that you have covered. Why not become overwhelmed and cherish at the distance that you have covered? Why not also take the last photo of the Everest Region? You might find this last scene as the awesome scenery of your life, after all, Everest Region is the iconic region, incomparable. You will pass through villages, such as Monjo and Phakding.

  • Accomodation

    Guesthouse

  • Meals provided

    BLD

Leaving Lukla, you fly to Kathmandu in the morning due to the wind in the afternoon; sometime the flight time can be delayed due to bad weather. In Kathmandu, treat yourself with the facilities of urbanization. Find yourself amid something that you have missed. Splurge along the streets of Thamel. Soak up the best cuisines that Kathmandu offers before you bid farewell to Kathmandu. In the evening, we will have dinner in a Nepali typical restaurant where we can see the cultural dances. Share the joy and experiences of trekking.

  • Accomodation

    Value

  • Meals provided

    Breakfast

  • Transportation

    Flight & Private Vehicle

In your leisure time, walk around Thamel area to buy the Nepalese souvenirs for your friends and relatives, or you can roam, enter into the narrow streets and enjoy the street foods. In the evening time, Travel Max Guide will organize a farewell dinner in a typical Nepali restaurant with cultural dance.

  • Accomodation

    Value

  • Meals provided

    MAP

One of our company representatives will drop you to the international airport in a private vehicle.

  • Meals provided

    Breakfast

  • Transportation

    Private Vehicle

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