The main attraction of this trek to hike both Kalapatthar and Gokyo Ri, view point from where you can see and capture an exotic view of majestic mountains Mt. Everest, Mt. Nuptse, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Ama Dablam, Mt. Cho Oyu, Mt. Makalu and many more snow capped peaks. This trek is total mountain adventure journey to roof of the world, opportunities for outstanding photographic and many chaos encounter of typical culture in highland. On the way you can experience the unique Sherpa cultures, hospitalities, visit ancient monasteries and learning about Buddhism and its impact upon Sherpa life are the memorable and unforgettable experiences you will get while traveling this region. It offers excellent and rewarding views of Mount Everest in the adjacent range including lovely valleys, lush rivers and friendly people in quaint villages. From Gokyo village, you can see clearly Mount Everest from a slightly greater distance. During this trip you will observe the romantic villages of stone houses and walled pastures on the shores of Gokyo Lake. This trek features the unbelievable scenery of the remote Gokyo Valley and its festival of beautiful turquoise lakes, moonscape-like glaciers, and stunning mountain vistas. The 360-degree view from Gokyo Ridge is the best in the Khumbu.
Commencing from the airstrip at Lukla the first three days are spent trekking the established trail to E.B.C. We traverse west for a gradual ascent to the beautiful five lakes of Gokyo, where we rest for some side treks including a climb of Gokyo Ri for some fantastic views. From Gokyo, we trek over the Chola pass onwards to Gorak Shep on the main trail and Kalapatthar, fantastic views of Everest. We traverse west part for a gradual ascent to the beautiful five lakes of Gokyo, where we rest for some side treks including a climb of Gokyo Ri for some fantastic view of high mountains in closure. From Gokyo, the trek leads us to Chola pass onwards to Gorakshep.
Outlined Itinerary
Day 01: Transfer to airport for Kathmandu / Lukla flight (45 minute flight). Arrive Lukla and start trek to Phakding (2610 m.) – approx. 2 to 3 hrs walk
Day 02: Phakding / Namche Bazaar (3446 m.) – approx. 5 to 6 hrs walk
Day 03: Rest/ acclimatization in Namche Bazaar
Day 04: Namche Bazaar / Dole (4200 m.)
Day 05: Dole / Machhermo (4470 m.)
Day 06: Machhermo / Gokyo (4790 m.)
Day 07: Excursion to Gokyo Ri (5357 m.) trek to Thagnag Kharka (5025 m.)
Day 08: Cross Cho-La pass (5330 m.) descend to Dzongla (4830 m.)
Day 09: Dzongla / Lobuche (4930 m.)
Day 10: Lobuche / Gorak Shep (5140 m.)
Day 11: Excursion to Kalapatthar (5545 m.) return to Gorak Shep
Day 12: Gorak Shep / Dingboche (4343 m.)
Day 13: Dingboche / Tengboche (3867 m.)
Day 14: Tengboche / Namche Bazaar (3446 m.)
Day 15: Namche Bazaar / Phakding (2652 m.)
Day 16: Phakding / Lukla (2840 m.)
Day 17: Fly back to Kathmandu
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