subject: Gokyo, Kala Pattar & Everest Base Camp Trek [print this page] GOKYO, KALA PATTAR & EVEREST BASE CAMP TREK
(19 days)
The ultimate challenge to the just-do-it' ambitious trekker. This moderate to challenging graded trek takes to you to the foot of Mt. Everest traversing across the high Cho La pass at an elevation of 5420 m. Also included is the opportunity to trek to the summit of both Gokyo Ri [5340m.] and Kala Pattar [5554m.] for magnificent views of Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Makalu and Cho Oyu. A visit to Everest Base Camp will give you the chance to have a closer look at the spectacular Khumbu Icefall.
Beginners or inexperienced climbers can take this trek, but this trek requires one to be moderately fit. Considering the snow conditions over Cho La Pass, the trek may not be advisable during winter [January & February] and the monsoon season [July & August].
TRIP FACTS
Trip duration: 19 Days
Grade: Moderate to fairly challenging
Activity: Trekking and sightseeing
Starts in: Kathmandu
Ends in: Kathmandu
Trek type: FOT/TH/GAP
Accommodation: Hotel, camping or Lodge (tea house)
Meals:
Trek: AP/Hotel: BB
Transportation: Flights, private car or tourist bus
Maximum altitude: 5554m
OUTLINE ITINERARY
Day 01 - Arrive in Kathmandu
Day 02 - Sightseeing in Kathmandu
Day 03 - Flight to Lukla & Trek to Phakding [2656m]
Day 04 - Trek to Namche [3450m]
Day 05 - Rest day in Namche
Day 06 - Trek to Dole [4084m]
Day 07 - Trek to Machermo [4410m]
Day 08 - Rest day in Machermo
Day 09 - Trek to Gokyo [4750m]
Day 10 - Rest day - Ascent of Gokyo Ri [5483m]
Day 11 - Trek to Tragnag [4690m]
Day 12 - Trek to Lobuche [4928m]
Day 13 - Trek to Gorak Shep [5184m]
Day 14 - Trek to Everest Base Camp [5357m] & return to Gorak Shep.
