Gokyo and Everest Base Camp Trek

Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu |1300 m
A company representative will be at the airport to collect you and you will be transferred to a hotel in the valley. You can explore the areas around the hotel and enjoy the lively streets on doing so. Overnight stay at a hotel in Kathmandu.

Day 2: Full Day Guided Sightseeing Tour in Kathmandu Valley by private van.
Today, you will go on a sightseeing tour around the Kathmandu valley. The valley boasting an astounding seven world heritage sites offer some prime destinations like Pashupatinath, Boudhanath, Swayambhunath, and the Kathmandu Durbar Square. These sites familiarize you with the architecture, culture, and religion of the valley during olden ages. You can also buy the necessary equipment for the trek and make necessary preparations. Overnight stay at a hotel in Kathmandu.

Day 3: Fly from Kathmandu to Lukla |2840m & trek to Phakding |2610m |2-3 Hrs
After taking the first-morning flight, you hit the trekking trail. You feel the ambiance of the hills. Walking uphill and downhill, seeing mountains such as Kusum Khangkaru (6367m) and Khumbila (5761m) you continue along the Dudh Koshi River. Passing Chheplung and Nurning on the way, you arrive at Phakding. Overnight stay at Phakding.

Day 4: Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar |3440m |4-5 Hrs
In the beginning, the trekking trail of the Everest Gokyo Valley Trek takes you along the Dudh Koshi River. Today, you reach the villages called Jorsalle and Monjo and also enter the Sagarmatha National Park. The bio-diversity of the region too is unparalleled and offers views of mountains all the way to Namche Bazaar. Overnight stay at Namche Bazaar.

Day 5: Acclimatization Day, Hike to Everest View hotel and down to Khumjung and Khunde village for visiting Monasteries:
Acclimatization is a must for the trekkers who are heading to the base camp or higher altitude. You hike to Everest View Hotel for this purpose. The hotel is an excellent viewpoint to see the panoramic view of mountains, including Everest (8848 m). You can also explore the Khumjung and Khunde villages north of Namche or just rest at Namche. Either way, on this day, you prepare your body for the trek ahead. Overnight stay at Namche Bazaar.

Day 6: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Dhole |4000m|5-6 Hrs
The trekking trail that you are going to follow today is pleasant. Later, the trail heads to a steep hill and once again takes you into the forest of pine and cedar. You also come across small villages, and the names of these villages are Tongba and Phortse Tenga. Passing Mong on the way, you head along Dudh Koshi River to finally reach Dhole. Overnight stay at Dhole.

Day 7: Trek from Dole to Machhermo |4410m|4-5 Hrs
The ascending trekking trail takes you to villages such as Lhabarma and Luza. It becomes steep as it reaches the forest of Juniper. The trekking trail only goes uphill. As the trail ascends, you reach the top of the valley, from where you see the scenic views, and then you cross the sandy region before reaching Machhermo. Overnight stay at Machhermo.

Day 8: Trek from Machhermo to Gokyo |4759m|4-5 Hrs
Today too, the trekking trail goes uphill, but it takes you to the top of the ridge. From there, you see the breath-taking view of Mt Cho Oyu (8188m). Later, the trekking trail takes you to the river bank, terminal moraine, and the Ngozumpa Glacier. You come across the first Lake Longponga Tso and then Taujung Tso to reach Gokyo. Overnight stay at Gokyo.

Day 9: Exploring the fourth and fifth Lake
Today, you explore the Gokyo valley and explore the remaining lakes in the valley. The lakes lie to the north of Gokyo and these lakes do not just offer scenic pleasure but they also help you to acclimatize yourself with the Himalayan atmosphere. The fourth and fifth lakes, Thonak Tso and Ngozumpa Tso marvelously reflect the beautiful landscapes on their sparkling surface. Overnight stay at Gokyo.

Day 10: Trek from Gokyo to Gokyo-Ri 5360m to Dragnag |4700m|2-3 Hrs
Climb the top of the Gokyo-Ri, a viewpoint from where you see the panoramic view of mountains like Cho-Oyu (8188 m), Everest (8848 m), Lhotse (8414 m), Makalu (8463 m), Cholatse (6335 m) and Taboche (6367 m). Besides this, you also see the Ngozumpa Glacier, the largest glacier in Nepal and after relishing you head to Gokyo. After lunch, you head to Dragnag along the Ngozumpa Glacier. Overnight stay at Dragnag.

Day 11: Trek from Dragnag to Dzongla |4830m|6-7 Hrs, via Cho-La Pass |5420m
From Dragnag, the trail ascends and midway through the trek, the trek steepens rapidly. On the uphill climb, you require the guidance of the trek leader and guides to using mountaineering equipment. Walking along the slippery path, you head to Cho La pass (5420m) and witness views of Ama Dablam (6856m), Cholatse (6335m), among a panorama of mountains. You then descend and reach Dzongla. Overnight stay at Dzongla.

Day 12: Trek from Dzongla to Gorakshep |5140m| 6-7 Hrs
The trekking trail follows the route that goes to the grassy area. The trekking trail winds all the way through rocky terrain so it can get tiring. The view of Lobuche Peak (6119m) along the journey is impressive. Crossing Lobuche pass (5110m) on the way, you reach Gorakshep. You can explore the area upon reaching there. Overnight stay at Gorakshep.

Day 13: Exploring the Everest Base Camp |5364m
Early in the morning, you hike to the Kala Patthar viewpoint deemed by many to be one of the best viewpoints to observe the Mt Everest (8848m). The sunrise over the sea of mountains is simply sublime and the view is sure to be in our memories for years to come. You then return to Gorakshep and again head to Everest Base Camp. The base camp offers the opportunity to face the mighty Everest and also displays views of Khumbu Icefall and Khumbu Glacier. We return to Gorakshep later in the day. Overnight stay at Gorakshep.

Day 14: Trek from Gorakshep to Pheriche |4240m|4-5 Hrs
The trail heading out of Gorakshep begins with descent all the way to Pheriche. Passing Lobuche on the way, the passes on the way provide panoramic views of Everest massif. Descending along Khumbu Glacier, you reach Dughla and then reach Dusa. Passing pasture lands on the way, you make way to Pheriche. Overnight stay at Pheriche.

Day 15: Trek from Pheriche to Tengboche |3860m|4-5 Hrs
Today, the trail follows the Imja River for the entirety. Passing stone walls, you begin to head to Tengboche. The trail goes through Orsho and reaches Pangboche. The village offers a great display of Buddhist culture as shown by an array of monasteries. You then descend to Debuche and slowly ascend to reach Tengboche. Overnight stay at Tengboche.

Day 16: Trek from Tengboche to Namche Bazaar |3440m|4-5 Hrs
From Tengboche, you will pass through lush meadows and pasture lands to arrive at Phunki Tenga. Once at Kyangjuma village, you can view the panorama of Ama Dablam (6856m), Lhotse Shar (8393m), Taboche (6367m), and Kangtega (6635m), and many others in the Everest region. You make a descent to Namche Bazaar passing monasteries and Chortens on the way. Overnight stay at Namche Bazaar.

Day 17: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Lukla |2840m| 6-7 Hrs
The trekking trail goes downhill along the Dudh Koshi River. It is easy in nature. It takes you to Phakding to Pine Forest and showcases the view of Thamserku Mountain (6,608m). There are several suspension bridges that you will cross on the way. Exiting Sagarmatha National Park, you arrive at Phakding and then arrive at Lukla. Overnight stay at Lukla.

Day 18: Fly from Lukla to Kathmandu |35 Mins
From one of the smallest airports of the world, you will head off to the largest domestic airport of Nepal. From the window of an airplane, you can see the beautiful view of the Himalayas. Once in the valley, you can enjoy the lively markets and shop for souvenirs. In the evening, you will have a farewell dinner. Overnight stay at a hotel in Kathmandu.

Day 19: Final Departure from Kathmandu
We hope you have enjoyed the Everest Gokyo Valley Trek with us. Our representative will take you to the airport three hours earlier before your flight.