Numerous hikers dream achievements of trekking in Nepal-reaching the highest mountain in the world-Mount Everest base camp. Trekking to Everest Base Camp has become the most popular route for mountain expeditions in Nepal. But outside the Everest Base Camp, there are many hidden roads and secrets waiting for us to explore, one of which is Gokyo Lake. If you are willing to add an extra three days, it is very easy to add this spectacular lake tour to the itinerary of the Everest Base Camp. It will be very beneficial to make a difficult hike through Cholo pass.
Trip Highlights:
- Acute Mountain Sickness friendly itinerary.
- High suspension Hanging Bridges.
- 5 nights attached bathroom with a hot shower in lodges.
- Explore Local Sherpa Culture and tradition with Tibetan Buddhism and practice.
- 2-night acclimatization before heading Everest Base Camp.
- Dramatic take on/off in Lukla gateway to Everest Base Camp.
- The highest Base camp of highest Mountain (roof of the world).
- Heart-touching view of Mount Everest (8848) Sunrise and Sunset from Kala Pathar(5545m).
- Hygiene meals every day and Comfortable Accommodation.
- Closest view of the Himalayas and glacier lakes on the route to Everest Base Camp.
- Minimum 15 years experienced local guide and porter.
How is the scenery of the Chola pass trek?
When trekking through the mountains of Nepal, you cannot miss the scenery there. In other words, every hike has its own scenery and experience. Hiking to the Everest Base Camp, you will pass by local villages, visit Tyangboche Monastery, walk through the forest, and admire 4 of the highest peaks in the world, including; Cho Oyu(8201m), Lhotse(8516m), Makalu, and Mount Everest(8848m). On Lake Gokyo, you can see a peaceful view of a relatively untouched place, passing through forgotten valleys, traditional villages, impressive glaciers, and of course, peaceful mountain lakes. Gokyo Lake is composed of six spectacular glacial lakes with an altitude between 4700 meters and 5000 meters, making it one of the highest freshwater lakes in the world. From these sparkling turquoise lakes, you can see amazing panoramic views of more than 8,000-meter-high peaks, including Mount Everest from Gokyo RI.
Trekking itinerary:
Day 1st: Arrival day in Kathmandu (1,300m/4,264 ft) and transfer to hotel (15-minutes driving).
Day 2nd: Kathmandu valley sightseeing & trek preparation (1,300m/4,264 ft)(6 hours sightseeing).
Day 3rd : Fly to Lukla (2,800m/9,186ft) & trek from Lukla to Chheplung(2660m)- Ghat(2492m)- Chhuthawa(2591m)-to Phakding (2,610m/8,8562ft) {9 kilometer 3 to 4 hours trek}.
Day 4th : Trek from Phakding to Zamfute(2730m) to Toktok(2750m)- Benkar(2630m) to Monjo(2835m) to Jorsalle(2740m)to Namche Bazaar (3,440m/11,283ft), 12 kilometer, 5 to 6 hours trek.
Day 5th: Acclimatization day at Namche Bazaar (day hike to Everest viewpoint (3880m). The world's highest point star hotel.
Day 6th: Trek from Namche to Kyangjuma (3550m) to Mongla to Phortsethanga(3680m) to Tongba(3950m)to Dole (4200m/13,776ft), 7 kilometers 5 to 6 hours trek.
Day 7th: Trek from Dole to Lhabarma(4330m) to Luza(4360m) to Machharmo (4470m/ 14,663ft), 4 kilometer 4 to 5 hours trek.
Day 8th: Trek from Machharmo to Pangla (4480m) to Longpongo (4720m) to Gokyo (4790m/15,744ft), 6.8 kilometers 3 to 4 hours trek.
Day 9th: Rest and buffer day at Gokyo. Day hike to Gokyo RI for seeing Everest's best view.
Day 10th: Hike to Gokyo RI (5,330m/17,483ft), and trek to Thaknak (4750m/15580ft), 8 kilometer, 6 to 7 hours trek.
Day 11th: Trek to Cho-la Pass (5367m/17604ft) to Dzongla (4,850m/15908ft), 5-6 hrs. walk, 9.5 kilometer.
Day 12th: Trek from Dzongla to Lobuche (4920m/16,929ft), 3 hours trek, 4 kilometer.
Day 13th: Trek to Everest Base Camp (5,357m/17,575ft) and Gorakshep, 5 to 6 hrs. trek, 11.4 kilometers.
Day 14th: Kalapatthar (5,550m/18,204ft) hike and stroll back to Dingboche (4,358m/14,295 ft.), 7-8 hours trek, 8 kilometer.
Day 15th: Trek to Namche (3,440m/12684ft), 8 hours trek, 22 kilometers.
Day 16th: Trek to Lukla (2,800m/9,186ft), 8-9 hours trek, 19.8 kilometers.
Day 17th: Fly back to Kathmandu (1,300m/4,264 ft.)(30 minutes flight).
Day 18th: Departure your trip or extend your trip to Kathmandu with an add-in cost.
Required experienced and physical condition:
According to the categorized trekking Chola pass and Everest Base Camp trekking is considered one of the difficult popular trekking in the world. Although this trek is difficult some of the success to complete whole trekking some of them will suffer to complete by high altitude and pain. It is the most popular trekking in the world because of this hundreds of trekkers trekking every day during the high season of trekking.
The trekkers who can afford a 6-7 hours walk every day up and downhill can complete this trek. We suggest the trekkers exercise and jogging every day at least 30 days prior to start this trek Chola pass and EBC. This trek is easy for those trekkers who have experienced in trekking high altitude environments. Big technical issues not necessary for this trek. If you have a blood disease, lung, and heart problem please consult with your doctor and inform us before booking this trek. MHTAE suggests you bring knee support. Is training makes this trek much easier than the people who come without training? Altitude is the focus reason for this trek is difficult because above 5000 m will make it tourists hard to breathe as well.
Trekking is an adventure sport. Based on the difficulty of the routes, it requires high motivation and previous experiences. Some of the treks in Nepal are suitable only for highly experienced trekkers where some routes are suitable for novice trekkers as well. An average fit person with regular training can do most of the treks. Please consult with us if you are concerned about your fitness level.
Altitude Sickness
Most trekking routes in Nepal are in high altitudes above 3500 meters which are part of the high altitude. Trekking at a high altitude is a serious activity especially for those without having previous high altitude experiences. Drinking lots of water and ascending slowly by catching your breath regularly helps a lot to fight altitude sickness, however, there is no bulletproof plan to prevent altitude sickness at all.
Meals on the Trek:
During your trekking period, we will provide all the meals but only breakfast will be given in Kathmandu. Depends your international flight time we will provide you a farewell or welcome dinner in a typical Nepali local restaurant with a cultural dance show. During your trek breakfast and dinner will be taken in the lodges where you sleep overnight but lunch takes in the middle of the trekking period. Indian, Italian, Nepalese, and continental food is the choices in the trekking menu provided by the tea houses. Like noodles, soups, handmade bread, rice items, curries, spaghetti, pizza, egg items, potatoes are available in the mountains.
These meals are prepared after your order. Most of the places meats also available but we recommend you not to take them as they are not fresh. Sometimes unhealthy food affects your body and trekking. Do not expect western meals as you take in the city and in your home. We give you full freedom to select your preferred meals from the menu provided by the lodges. The food and raw materials are locally prepared and taste different than the city.
Our trek includes meals on the trek prepared by the lodges means we do not need to carry food for all the major trekking routes of Nepal. Most lodge-based treks offer foods prepared in the lodges locally however it's recommended to carry some energy bars and other quick bites as some camps might be longer than the usual waking hours.
