Everest Trek via Gokyo Lakes & Lobuche East Climbing

Trip Highlights
  • Scenic flight from Kathmandu to Lukla and Lukla to Kathmandu
  • Cross the three high mountain passes of the Khumbu region- Cho La, Kongma La & Renjo La
  • Explore the mythical mountains and their biodiversity
  • Trek along the Dudh Koshi River and Khumbu Glacier
  • Witness the beauty of Sherpa village, visit historical monasteries, and experience the mountain lifestyle
  • Step on the higher summits of Nepal with professional mountain guides
  • Get stunning views of the diverse landscapes and terrains
  • Panoramic view from Gokyo Ri and explore Gokyo Lakes
  • Reach Everest base camp and hike to Kala Patthar

Venture into the stunning Everest region following our adventurous 19 days Everest trek via Gokyo lakes & Lobuche East climbing itinerary. The trek begins with a thrilling mountain flight to the famous Tenzing-Hillary Airport at Lukla. The journey lets you explore Sherpa culture, Tibetan Buddhism, and the rugged Himalayan trail. The skyline is dominated by numerous tall mountains and peaks.

This trek combines Lobuche east peak climbing and trekking to one of the major attractions of the Khumbu region, Gokyo Lakes (4,800m). Not only that, but you will also reach Everest Base Camp (5,364 m), the lap of the highest mountain in the world. It is a perfect package to test your endurance and push your limits.

The trail winds through Sagarmatha National Park. You will spend nights in beautiful Sherpa villages like Phakding, Namche Bazaar, Thame, Longde, Gokyo, Thangnak, Lobuche, Chhukung, etc. With adventure, you will experience the mountain lifestyle and witness jaw-dropping mountain panoramas. The most interesting thing about this itinerary is we will not be following the main EBC trail.

Itinerary

The company representative picks you up upon your arrival at the airport and takes you to your booked hotel. In the evening, join the team for a complimentary welcome dinner. After that, there is a briefing session of the trek with the teammates. On this day, you will fulfill all the bookings and the remaining payment process.

  • Accommodation: Standard hotel
  • Food: Welcome dinner

The flight to Lukla from Kathmandu is approximately 35 min with stunning views of splendid mountains and landscapes. After breakfast in Lukla, you will trek to Phakding/ Monjo by Chaurikharka village and a few tiny remote settlements passing by freshly flowered rhododendron forest. On the roads here could be encountered Dzho, Donkeys, and Yaks.

  • Duration: 35 minutes flight & 4 hours trek
  • Accommodation: Local Mountain lodge
  • Food: Breakfast, lunch, dinner

The trekking passes by the bank of Dudh Koshi River through nerve-wracking suspension bridges, green-blue pine trees, rhododendron bushes, juniper trees, Numerous Chortens, prayer flags, and small stupas inspiring us spiritually.

After a few hours of walking, the small Monjo village welcomes you at the entrance of Sagarmatha National Park. Here you receive the NP permit. The lunch is at Jorsalle, and after 45 mins of walking by crossing the Hillary suspension bridge and a slightly tough uphill, you get to Namche Bazaar.

  • Duration: 6 hours
  • Accommodation: Local Mountain lodge
  • Food: Breakfast, lunch, dinner

The Namche Bazaar rewards you with the impressive sight of Everest, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, and numerous mountains in front. Before you carry on your adventure from here to the increasing elevation, your body must adapt to the mountainous surroundings.

So this day to acclimatize, you will hike to Everest View Point and delve into the Everest View Hotel, which offers close views of Thamserku, Kongde, Kusum Kanguru, and Nuptse. During the hike, you can visit an airport at the highest elevation- Syangboche Airport and Sherpa museums.

  • Duration: 5-6 hours
  • Accommodation: Local Mountain lodge
  • Food: Breakfast, lunch, dinner

The way to Thame from Namche Bazaar is via the old trade route to Tibet through Nagpa La pass. The trackway is easily crackable as it is a short uphill trek and further follows a moderately flat trail. While trekking, you will witness astonishing mountains, numerous waterfalls, and picturesque villages.

  • Duration: 6 hours
  • Accommodation: Local Mountain lodge
  • Food: Breakfast, lunch, dinner

From Thame, you will head for Longde by Marlung. The trail climbs uphill and down into the upper Thame for 7-8 hours, following the Bhote Koshi River until the destination arrives.

  • Duration: 7-8 hours
  • Accommodation: Local Mountain lodge
  • Food: Breakfast, lunch, dinner

After you reach Longde, the trek continues to Gokyo Lake, crossing the Renjo La pass. The trail offers mesmerizing views of mountains like Thamserku, Kangtega, and Cho Oyu. As we trek, the mountainous terrain gets broader and steep.

Further, the trail goes past the first and second lakes in the lake system of this region to the third lake, where Gokyo village is situated. The trek route is comparatively less busy and is perfect for introverted travelers who love to spend their time in solitary places.

  • Duration: 7-8 hours
  • Accommodation: Local Mountain lodge
  • Food: Breakfast, lunch, dinner

The hiking to Gokyo Ri starts early in the morning from Gokyo village. The trails are approached with extra care because it is quite steep and rocky. Gokyo Ri provides the stunning sunrise of numerous mountain ranges such as Mt. Everest, Makalu, Cho Oyu, Pumori, Nuptse, etc, and presents you with the true beauty of Gokyo Lake.

If the weather or situation is not suitable for climbing, you can wander around the valleys of Cho-La Pass or Renjo-La Pass. Another alternative is to explore the Gokyo lakes and hike up to Mt. Cho Oyu base camp.

  • Duration: 5-6 hours
  • Accommodation: Local Mountain lodge
  • Food: Breakfast, lunch, dinner

On this day, the trail goes through Ngozumpa Glacier. You will not gain much elevation, and there are some short tricky downward slopes along the way. Further, the trail ascends and follows a downhill route alongside a small stream covered by ice to Thangnak.

  • Duration: 5-6 hours
  • Accommodation: Local Mountain lodge
  • Food: Breakfast, lunch, dinner

This day's trek of yours is through the second high pass of the route- Chola Pass. That descends into the valley and gradually ascends after that. The path here is challenging due to rocky trails and glacial moraine. The clear echoes of falling rocks sound scary yet adventurous.

  • Duration: 7 hours
  • Accommodation: Local Mountain lodge
  • Food: Breakfast, lunch, dinner

Dzonglha to Lobuche passes through majestic views of the Himalayan mountains. The trail follows the Imja Khola moraine and sinks to Chola Lake and Khumbu Valley via the main Everest Base Camp route.

  • Accommodation: Local Mountain lodge
  • Food: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
  • Trek duration: 2 -3 hours

The trail to Lobuche Peak Base Camp is fairly tough than others due to the slopes as you move forward to the Lobuche summit. After a 3-4 hour trek, you will tent in the peak camp and prepare for the next day's climbing. The trained mountain guide provides you necessary instruction required for peak climbing.

  • Climbing Duration: 3-4 hours
  • Accommodation: Camped tent
  • Food: Breakfast, lunch, dinner

Finally, the big day is here. Today, you will accomplish your dream by approaching the southern ridge via steep and ice tracks with climbing gear such as ropes, crampons, and ice axes. With the skilled mountain guide by your side, you will head to the technical parts of Lobuche Peak and reach the 45 degrees sloped hill, the summit point of Lobuche East.

After your great victory and marvelous time surrounded by the highest panoramic glory of the world, Mt. Everest, you will head back toward the Lobuche Peak Base Camp for the night stay.

  • Climbing Duration: 9 hours
  • Accommodation: Camped tent or Local Mountain lodge
  • Food: Breakfast, lunch, dinner

This day is your complete rest day at Lobuche. With the heavenly mountain ranges and breeze celebrating your glorious time, today you will give a break to your body if the weather is not in your favor.

  • Accommodation: Camped tent or Local Mountain lodge
  • Food: Breakfast, lunch, dinner

On the trek to Chukung, you are set by a Kongma-La pass. To the west, the well-defined path is accompanied by cairns on a sloppy rocky area that appears to fade away as you move further.

  • Climbing Duration: 8-9 hours
  • Accommodation: Local Mountain lodge
  • Food: Breakfast, lunch, dinner

Chukung to Pangboche is a retracing of your trek. The trail here is descending with losing altitude, making it more comfortable than other trails. As the terrain is steep and rocky, we have to be careful.

  • Trekking Duration: 5-6 hours
  • Accommodation: Local Mountain lodge
  • Food: Breakfast, lunch, dinner

Now you will leave the mountain behind with tons of memories to live filled with your struggles, happiness, and satisfaction. From Pangboche to Tengboche, the hike gets a lot easier with the declining height. The trail goes through lush rhododendron forests. Today, you will spend a night exploring the Namche Bazaar.

  • Trekking Duration: 6-7 hours
  • Accommodation: Local Mountain lodge
  • Food: Breakfast, lunch, dinner

With the final goodbye to the mountains, you will descend back to Lukla by the longest suspension bridge. The soft breezes with moving prayer flags are healing. The Dudh Koshi bids you a warm farewell passing by mountain villages representing the Buddhism influenced by Tibet.

  • Trekking Duration: 6 hours
  • Accommodation: Local Mountain lodge
  • Food: Breakfast, lunch, dinner

The trek ends today with the early morning breakfast and 35 mins flight back to Kathmandu. The last peek into the mountains and hills might make you emotional as an adventure lover. The flight is scenic and relaxing. In the late evening, we will gather for a farewell dinner.

  • Duration: 35 minutes
  • Accommodation: Standard hotel
  • Food: Breakfast & farewell dinner
Cost Includes
  • Pickup and drop (from/to Kathmandu International Airport)
  • Domestic flight tickets (from Kathmandu to Lukla and Lukla to Kathmandu)
  • Standard accommodation for two nights in Kathmandu on BB base
  • Lodging during the trek as per the itinerary
  • Three times meals each day as Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner while trekking
  • One potter per two people can carry a maximum weight of 20 kg
  • Climbing permit of Lobuche East
  • Trekking & Climbing guide
  • Equipment for climbing: necessary tents, mattresses, and meals during the peak climbing period
  • Materials required for climbing, such as climbing ropes, ice screws, and snow bars
  • Necessary manpower for climbing and personal insurance for Nepalese staff
  • Garbage deposit and other necessary fees
  • All permits such as a Sagarmatha National Park entry permit, peak climbing permit, etc
Cost Excludes
  • International flight tickets to and from Kathmandu
  • High altitude travel insurance in case of accident/medical emergency/ emergency evacuation.
  • Mandatory climbing summit bonus for the mountain guides (minimum 200€ per person)
  • Tips for basecamp staff and porters are much appreciated
  • Lunch & dinner in Kathmandu
  • Personal expenses such as drinks, shopping, phone call, and internet during your stay in Kathmandu
  • Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu
  • Transportation fees to the countryside
  • Guide and Porter trek tips are much expected
Price Per Person€2750€2850
  • Trip Duration: 19 Days
  • Difficulty Level: Very Strenuous
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