Khumbu Circuit Trek (Everest Base Camp & Gokyo Lake/Cholo Pass Trek 5550 mtr)
Facts Of The Trek
- Trip Grade : Moderate
- Trip Duration : 16 Day
- Maximum Altitude : 5550 m.
- Hotel Kathmandu: 4 nights
- Best Season :
Spring : Mar & Apr & May
Autumn : Nov & Dec & Jan
This 16-day Everest trek has everything: the incredible mountain views from Chukung, Kala Pathar and Gokyo Ri. Popularly known as "The Ultimate Trek", it includes all that the khumbu has to offer including the fascinating villages and Tibetan Buddhist monasteries and the culture and hospitality of the Sherpa people, who will surely win your hearts. After starting with a flight to Lukla (2,805 m/9,200 ft) we trek up to Kala Pathar view point (5,550 m /18,200 ft) and then veer off the main trail to cross the Cho La pass (5,422m/17,783 ft ) into the Gokyo valley. To top off this unique trek we climb Gokyo Ri (5,488 m /18,000 ft) for a panoramic view of the greatest mountain scenery in the world - including five 8000 + m/ 26,000+ ft giants and myrid other peaks of the Khumbu Himal. Moderate to strenous trekking from 2,805 m (9,200 ft) to 4,940 m (16,200 ft) with one pass crossing of 5,422 m (17,783 ft) and day hikes up to 5550 m (18,200 ft). Accommodation in comfortable lodges run by Sherpa families. The trek starts with a flight from Kathmandu and includes all meals, services of experienced Sherpa trek guide and porters to carry luggage. Clients carry a light day-pack only and walk at their own pace.
Itinerary In Detail
- Day 1 Arrival at Kathmandu Airport transfer to hotel. Overnight at hotel. B.B.
- Day 2 Full day sightseeing tour of Nepal UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE such as Kathmandu durbar square, Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhanath, Swayambhunath, Patan durbar square, Bhaktapur Durbar square & Changunarayan .
- Day 3 Flight to Lukla 2804 m. trek to Phakding 2610 m. Overnight at Guest House. B.L.D.
- Day 4 Trek to Namche Bazaar 3535 m. Overnight at Guest House. B.L.D.
- Day 5 Acclimatization day. Explore around Namche Overnight at Guest Houae. B.L.D.
- Day 6 Trek to Tengboche 3850 m. Overnight at Guest House. B.L.D.
- Day 7 Trek to Dingboche 4350 mtr. Overnight at Guest House. B.L.D.
- Day 8 Trek to Lobuche 4950 mtrs. Overnight at Guest House. B.L.D.
- Day 9 Trek to Gorekshep 5160 m. Overnight at Guest House. B.L.D.
- Day 10 Early morning starts hike up to Kalapathar 5545 m. an excellent viewpoint to observe the Mount. Everest & innumerable spectacular mountains views then trek down to Lobuche. Overnight at Guest House. B.L.D.
- Day 11 Trek to Dzongla 4830 m. Overnight at Guest House. B.L.D.
- Day 12 Trek to Dragnag 4700 m. Overnight at Guest House. B.L.D.
- Day 13 Trek to Gokyo Lake 4790 m. Overnight at Guest House. B.L.D.
- Day 14 Explore the Gokyo valley. Hike up to Gokyo Ri. Then the day hike to 5th Lake. Overnight at Guest House. B.L.D.
- Day 15 Trek to Dole 41110 m. Overnight at Guest House. B.L.D.
- Day 16 Trek Namche bazaar.Overnight at Guest House. B.L.D.
- Day 17 Trek to Lukla. Overnight at Guest House. B.L.D.
- Day 18 Flight to Kathmandu. Overnight at Hotel. B.B.
- Day 19 Leisure day in Kathmandu. Overnight at hotel. B.B.
- Day 20 Transfer to Airport for your home departure. Farewell !! Note: B.B. Bed and Breakfast, B.L.D. Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
Cost Includes in this program:
- Airport/Hotel/ Airport pick up & drop by car/Van/Bus.
- Accommodation with breakfast at 3 star deluxe hotel in Kathmandu as per above Itinerary.
- Kathmandu City Tours as per above Itinerary ., inclusive of tour guide, car / van
- Meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner , 3 times a Day) with tea & coffee during the trek.
- Tourist standard Guest house accommodation in the mountain ( twin sharing basis with Common Toilet ) ,
- One highly experienced, helpful , friendly English Speaking guide, & porters (One porter for 2 Client with maximum 10 kg per Client), their food, accommodation, salary, insurance, equipments
- Domestic Flight & Domestic airport taxes as per above Itinerary.
- Sagarmatha National Park entry permit and TIMS Fee.
- Farewell dinner at Last Night in Traditional Nepali Kitchen
- All Land Transportation as per Itinerary by Car/ Bus /van
- Rescue Service Arrangement.
Cost Excludes in this program:
- Lunch and dinner while in Kathmandu
- Travel insurance for cancellation costs, accident or health emergency, evacuation, loss, theft or damage to baggage and personal effects. We strongly advise you to take personal travel insurance with Rescue Evacuation Cover
- International air fare to and from Nepal.
- Nepal entry visa fee - you may easily issue the visa upon your arrival at International airport - Kathmandu.
- Items of a personal nature such as alcoholic drinks, cold drinks, laundry and telephone calls
- Trekking equipments
- Tips for trekking staffs, driver etc.
The Service includes :
- Airport/Hotel/ Airport pick up & drop by car/Van/Bus.
- Accommodation with breakfast at deluxe hotel in Kathmandu as per above program
- Kathmandu City Tours as per above program, inclusive of tour guide, car / van
- Meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) with tea & coffee during the trek.
- Tea house accommodation in the mountain
- 1 highly experienced, helpful and friendly guide, porters (1 porter for 2 pax), their food, accommodation, salary, insurance, equipments
- One day flight from Jomsom to Pokhara & Domestic airport taxes in Jomsom
- Annapurna conservation entry permit and TIMS Fee.
- Government Taxes
- Farewell dinner at Last Night in Traditional Kitchen
The Service excludes :
- Lunch and dinner while in Kathmandu - allow US$ 15 - US$ 20 per day.
- Travel insurance (if you want us to arrange your travel insurance, we would greatly be happy to assist it.
- International air fare to and from Nepal.
- Nepal entry visa fee - you may easily issue the visa upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International airport - Kathmandu.
- Departure airport tax in Nepal - approx. US1 28
- Items of a personal nature such as alcoholic drinks, cold drinks, laundry and telephone calls
- Trekking equipments
- Tips for trekking stafffs, driver etc.
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