Gokyo- Chola Pass-Kalapathar Trekking

Gokyo- Chola Pass and Kalapathar trekking is one of the adventurous trekking destinations situated in the Everest region. This is one of the demanded and most loved trekking packages. It is one of the demanded trekking destinations because the travelers (you could be the one) are overwhelmed with the incredible views of majestic mountains -- Mt. Everest (8,848 m), along with other peaks namely Mt. Cho Oyu (8,201 m), Mt. Nuptse (7855m), Mt. Pumori (7161m), Mt. Changaste (7550m), Mt. Lingterin (6679m), Mt. Amadablam (6856m), Mt. Thamserku (6723m), Mt. Kantega( 6685m), Mt. Lotse (8,516 m) to name a few from the top of these passes.

While, you will have an opportunity to explore the high mountain pass namely the Gokyo RI, Cho La Pass and Kalapatthar. You can also extend this trekking to Everest base camp, if you wish to have more adventure and if you have a plenty of holidays you can have only the short days trekking and explore more of the splendid rocky and sloppy hills, spend time in the remote and beautiful Sherpa village and explore their lifestyles, enjoy with the local cuisine.

Detailed itinerary

Day 01: Upon arrival in Kathmandu International airport transfer to the hotel.
    Orientation of the trip. O/n at hotel in Kathmandu.
    Day 02: Fly to Lukla (45 minutes flight). Then trek to phakding. 3hrs walking.O/n at mountain Lodge.
    Day 03: Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3446m). 6h walking. O/n at mountain Lodge.
    Day 04: Day for acclimatization in Namche Bazar. Excursion to Namche Bazaar and Syangboche. O/n at mountain Lodge.
    Day 05: Namche bazaar to Dole (4200 m). 8h walking. O/n at mountain Lodge.
    Day 06: Dole to Machchhermo (4470 m). 4h walking. O/n at mountain Lodge.
    Day 07: Machchhermo to Gokyo(4790m). 5h walking. O/n at mountain Lodge.
    Day 08: Excursion around Gokyo Lake climb Ghokyo Ri (5357). 5h walking. O/n at mountain Lodge.
    Day 09: Gokyo to Thagnag Kharka (5025 m). 4h walking. O/n at mountain Lodge.
    Day 10: Cross Cho-La pass(5330m) descend to Dzongla (4830m). 7h walking. O/n at mountain Lodge.
    Day 11: Dzongla / Lobuche (4930 m). 4h walking. O/n at mountain Lodge.
    Day 12: Lobuche to Gorkhashep(5140m). Day hike to the everest base camp (5320m). Return back to the Gorakhashep. O/n at mountain Lodge.
    Day 13: Early in the morning climb to the kalapathar (5555m). Trek to Pheruche (4240 m). O/n at mountain Lodge.
    Day 14: Pheruche to Namche Bazaar.9h walking. O/n at mountain lodge.
    Day 15: Namche Bazzar to Lukla. 7h walking. O/n at mountain lodge.
    Day 16: Fly back to Kathmandu. O/n at hotel in Kathmandu.
    Day 17: Transfer to the airport for your onward journey

What is Included in the Cost

Airport pick up drop by private /car/van/bus
Hotel Three Star standard (Hotel Marsyangdi/ Hotel Tibet) accommodation in Kathmandu on BB basis
Half day sightseeing tour in Kathmandu with cultural tour guide
Entrance fees at various sight seeing
All trekking permit fees & government taxes
All meals (breakfast, Lunch, dinner) tea, coffee, chocolate during the trek
Lodge accommodation during the trek
A highly experienced, friendly English speaking guide plus their salary, insurance and equipments
Porter (1 porter between two person basis) Max.30 kg. Plus their salary, insurance and equipments
One Sherpa (guide assistance) group size more than 4 people. Plus their salary, insurance and equipments
Round trip air fare Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu as well domestic airport tax
Douffle Bag
First Aid medical kid
Fare well dinner in Kathmandu

What is Excluded in the Cost

Lunch & dinner during your stay in Kathmandu
Personal expenses, Personal equipments and Sleeping Bag
All kind of beverage including mineral water, hot shower & hot water during the trek
Travel insurance
Nepal entry visa fee
International air fare
Tipping to crew