EBC Gokyo Circuit Trek

Go round the Mount Everest with a smile of joy on your face.. cheers, as you are with some of the World's Toughest People - The Sherpas, and tje Giant Mountains of the Himalayas

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Duration
18 days 18 nights
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Highest Altitude:
5554m
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Grade:
Strenuous
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Best Time:
Mar, Apr, May, Sep, Oct, Nov
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Temperatures:
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Starts From:
Lukla
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Airport:
Tenzing–Hillary Airport, Lukla, Solukhumbhu
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Railway:
Jayanagar or Gorakhpur, Bihar

Key Geographical Highlights

20 Popular Peaks:

Ama Dablam ( 6856m ), Cho Oyu ( 8201m ), Gyachung Kang ( 7952m ), Kala Pattar ( 5545m ), Kangtega ( 6782m ), Khumbutse ( 6636m ), Kongde ( 6187m ), Kusum Kangguru ( 6367m ), Lhotse ( 8516m ), Lhotse middle ( 8430m ), Lhotse Shar ( 8400m ), Lingtren ( 6714m ), Lobuche East ( 6119m ), Makalu ( 8462m ), Mount Everest ( 8850m ), Nupla ( 5885m ), Nuptse ( 7861m ), Pumori ( 7165m ), Thamserku ( 6608m ), Tobuche ( 6495m )

1 High Passes:

Chola-la Pass ( 5420m )

6 Lakes:

Gokyo 1st Lake ( 4661m ), Gokyo 2nd Lake ( 4702m ), Gokyo 3rd Lake ( 4759m ), Gokyo 4th Lake ( 4817m ), Gokyo 5th Lake ( 4951m ), Gokyo 6th Lake ( 5150m )

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Daywise Itinerary For EBC With Gokyo Lakes

(click to read detailed route briefing, elevation graph, altitude time info and photos from the day)

▼ Day 1Arrival DayKathmandu 1300m
Arrive In Kathmandu
Overnight In: Kathmandu (1300m )
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Dinner
Cost Of Transport Included: NO
Where and How To Reach Lukla
On booking a trek with us, you will be shared your hotel details of Kathmandu before you fly to Kathmandu. Upon arrival in Kathmandu, either by air, or by road, you will be directed or guided to your Hotel.

Your trek leader welcomes you there and guides you to your room. You may spend the rest of the day shopping remaining stuffs for the trek in Thamel, or take a local tour.

We will meet over a welcome dinner where we get introduced to the team and share few important details for the trek. A feast on typical Nepalese cuisines after that and then we wish Good Night to each other.

Our cabs will be ready to drive us to airport tomorrow. So be prepared and on time to board our flight to Lukla.
Day 1
220 - Delhi
Day 1
1300 - Kathmandu
3hrs.
▼ Day 2Trekking DayPhakding 2652m
From Kathmandu (1300m ) To Phakding (2652m ), Via - Lukla (2860m ) - 4 - 5 Hrs.
Overnight In: Phakding (2652m )
Accommodation: Teahouse
Meals Included: All Meals
Early morning, we leave for Kathmandu Domestic Airport. We board the 9 - 11 seater flight to Lukla. This airport has the reputation of being the World's Most Dangerous Airport !! The view outside from the window is breathtaking. All the white tall peaks of Nepal can be seen guarded by the greener ones. Remember to take your seat to your left while going, and to your right while returning.

After some 40 minutes we experience a sudden landing which is not so smooth as we are used to. We then unboard the flight and land in the beautiful location of the Lukla airport. Once we collect our bags, we exit out of the airport to a have some hot breakfast before starting the much awaited trek to the Everest Base Camp.

Today's trek is a short walk of around 7.5 kms, and takes about 3 - 4 hours with lunch time included. The trail is beautiful with lots of small Buddhist Chortens, Mane walls, prayer flags, terrace farmings of the Himalayas with tall mountains encircling you all round, and off-course - the suspension bridges crossing over the Dudh Kosi river multiple times !!

On reaching Phakding, we check in to our rooms and ease out for the day.
Day 2
1300 - Kathmandu
Day 2
2860 - Lukla
Day 2
2655 - Phakding
4 - 5hrs.
▼ Day 3Trekking DayNamche Bazaar 3440m
From Phakding (2652m ) To Namche Bazaar (3440m ), Via - Jorsalle (2824m ), Everest View Point (2921m ) - 5 - 6 Hrs.
Overnight In: Namche Bazaar (3440m )
Accommodation: Teahouse
Meals Included: All Meals
Today we criss cross the Dudh Koshi river several times through suspension bridges and climb up to Namche Bazaar at 3440m. The trail is very exciting and happening as you trek along with trekkers from different nations. As you go on, Thamserku ( 6618m ) and Kusum Kangru ( 6369m ) rises elegantly on your right to keep you inspiring. We cross the settlements of Benkar, Chumoa, Monjo, to arrive at the entrance of Sagarmatha National Park. Our permits to enter will be made here. This place has a small museum inside worth checking while we get the permits done. We walk for some 30 more minutes more to stop for lunch at Jorsalle. We have another checking and the we are all set to negotiate the steep climb to Namche Bazaar. The trail initially goes down to the river as be walk beside it and then start to climb gradually. We cross another suspension bridge high up which can be seen much before we walk on it. From here, the trail zig-zags up to "The First Everest View Point". If the weather is clear, we can see Everest behind the Lhotse and Nuptse ridge through the leaves and branches of the trees. From here, Namche checkpost is an hour distance where we make our entries again. After getting it done, we head to our Lodge for tonight. Its some 30 minutes walk from here.

On reaching, we checkin to our rooms and ease out for the day. We have reached a very good height today. Namche is a very important place on this route. Its an ancient trade hub which has flourished very well due to tourism. The place is surrounded grand views of Himalayan peaks. Don't miss the sunset behind Thamserku.
Day 3
2655 - Phakding
Day 3
2825 - Jorsalle
Day 3
2925 - Everest View Point
Day 3
3440 - Namche Bazaar
5 - 6hrs.
▼ Day 4Acclimatization DayNamche Bazaar 3440m
Explore Everest View Hotel, Kumjung & Nearby. - 4 - 5 Hrs.
Overnight In: Namche Bazaar (3440m )
Accommodation: Teahouse
Meals Included: All Meals
Today we start the day to climb up to Everest View Hotel for acclimatization. From here, we can view the beautiful peak of Ama Dablam, Thamserku, The little hump of Kangtega, Everest, Nuptse, a little of Lhotse, Cholatse and Tobuche. This is at 3880m and gives us a very good altitude to acclimatize for the days to come. We head back to Namche for lunch. Post lunch, we may take a local tour of Namche. There is a monastery, few bakeries and shops.
Day 4
3440 - Namche Bazaar
Day 4
3440 - Namche Bazaar
Day 4
3990 - Everest View Hotel, Kumjung
Day 4
3440 - Namche Bazaar
4 - 5hrs.
▼ Day 5Trekking DayTengboche 3870m
From Namche Bazaar (3440m ) To Tengboche (3870m ), Via - Kyanjuma (3520m ), Phunki Thenga (3300m ) - 5 - 6 Hrs.
Overnight In: Tengboche (3870m )
Accommodation: Teahouse
Meals Included: All Meals
After yesterday's acclimatization walk and a much needed break in Namche Bazaar, today we start our trek towards Tengboche. All throughout the trek, we will get superb view of Mt. Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama Dablam and close up view of Thamserku if we are not unlucky.

The trek route for the day is comfortable, following a gradual trail with few ups and downs, all surrounded by the magnificence and charm of the great Himalayas of Nepal. If you are further lucky, on the way we can also spot wild lives like the Himalayan pheasant, musk deer, or a herd of Himalayan Thar.

The trek route from Namche Bazaar till Kyangjuma is almost flat and a slight descend. The route follows till Sansa from where the trail splits. One goes to Gokyo valley, while the other one to the Everest Base Camp. From Sanasa, the trek is simple through the pine forests and crosses yet another bridge over the Dudh Koshi River to bring us to Phunki Thenga - a small commercial settlement with a few tea-houses and an army post. It is our preferred place to have lunch.

Post lunch, we need to trek further, and slightly steeper to Tengboche. Tengboche offers excellent views of Ama-Dablam, Nuptse, and Everest. It houses the a biggest Buddhist Monastery in the region and is famous for pre-Everest climbing rituals. We visit it in the evening free time.

A nice plate of hot Dal/Bhaat/ Tarkari is a pleasant way to end our beautiful day.Slowly and relaxed, we are approaching closer to the Everest Base Camp.
Day 5
3440 - Namche Bazaar
Day 5
3520 - Kyanjuma
Day 5
3300 - Phunki Thenga
Day 5
3870 - Tengboche
5 - 6hrs.
▼ Day 6Trekking DayDingboche 4360m
From Tengboche (3870m ) To Dingboche (4360m ), Via - Pangboche (3950m ), Tsuo Og (4050m ) - 5 - 6 Hrs.
Overnight In: Dingboche (4360m )
Accommodation: Teahouse
Meals Included: All Meals
Wake up to a peaceful morning in Tengboche. Today we head further up and closer to the Everest Base Camp. We trek till Dingboche.

The trail to the village of Pangboche village is straight up after crossing the river. The views are just amazing with Ama Dablam dominating them all. It takes about a little more than 2 hours to reach Pangboche, where we can break for a light snack. This vilage once had become famous for the 'hand' which was believed to be that of a Yeti's. DNA studies proved it to be of a human being's.

From Pangboche, a walk of another hour brings us to Tsuo Og where the trail splits again. One goes to Periche and another to the Imza Valley and Chukung. We take the right trail and continue on a steep trek to reach Dingboche.
Day 6
3870 - Tengboche
Day 6
3950 - Pangboche
Day 6
4050 - Tsuo Og
Day 6
4360 - Dingboche
5 - 6hrs.
▼ Day 7Rest DayDingboche 4360m
- 4 Hrs.
Overnight In: Dingboche (4360m )
Accommodation: Teahouse
Meals Included: All Meals
Acclimatization day
Day 7
4360 - Dingboche
Day 7
4360 - Dingboche
4hrs.
▼ Day 8Trekking DayDughla 4600m
From Dingboche (4360m ) To Dughla (4600m ), Via - Dusa (4428m ), Phulung Karpo (4491m ) - 3 - 4 Hrs.
Overnight In: Dughla (4600m )
Accommodation: Teahouse
Meals Included: All Meals
Most of the trekkers take a rest day in Dingboche. However, we advise, despite of resting in Dingboche move further for a short trek to Dughla. We do have a PAID BUFFER DAY. So use it strategically.

Today, we trek to Duglha up along the Khumbu Khola. The views are just perfect surrounding us. We cross by Dusa and Phulung Karpo to reach Dughla. The Chola Lake is located above the campsite of Phulung Karpo. Excellent views of Mt. Pumori greet us today.

With views of Cholatse, Nuptse and Thamserku, Dughla is a nice place to be in and ideal for slowing our pace to the Everest Base Camp as we are trekking above 4500 meters. This will reduce our exertion and maximize our chances of better acclimatization.
Day 8
4360 - Dingboche
Day 8
4430 - Dusa
Day 8
4495 - Phulung Karpo
Day 8
4600 - Dughla
3 - 4hrs.
▼ Day 9Trekking DayLobuche 4940m
From Dughla (4600m ) To Lobuche (4940m ), Via - Chupki Lhara - 2 - 3 Hrs.
Overnight In: Lobuche (4940m )
Accommodation: Teahouse
Meals Included: All Meals
Today we take ourselves yet closer to the Everest Base Camp. Our day starts with a warm welcome by the sun and hot cup of coffee.

From Duglha, we trek up through the steep terminal moraine of the Khumbu Glacier. We ascend to reach Chupki Lhara from where great views of the surrounding panorama is sought. He we also find the memorials of the legendary mountaineer Babu Chiri Sherpa, who summited Mt. Everest 10 times and that of Scott Fischer.

Soon, we are welcomed by the multiple peaks of Lingtren, the pyramid of Pumori and Khumbutse and other peaks of Mahalangur Himal. The altitude is high here and the terrain is rough too. Lobuche is just little ahead and soon we reach there.

It was a short walk to day, and was totally aimed at acclimatizing better.
Day 9
4600 - Dughla
Day 9
4940 - Lobuche
2 - 3hrs.
▼ Day 10Trekking DayGorakshep 5170m
From Lobuche (4940m ) To Gorakshep (5170m ), Via - Thangma Riju (5084m ) . Excursion to Kala Patthar (5554m ). Excursion to Kala Patthar - 6 - 7 Hrs.
Overnight In: Gorakshep (5170m )
Accommodation: Teahouse
Meals Included: All Meals
The trail to Gorak Shep follows the moraine of the Khumbu Glacier. A short trek to Thangma Riju will give us a chance to witness the grand vista of the mighty peaks. The north ridge of Everest along is visible besides Pumori. Mahalangur, Lingtern, Khumbutse and Nuptse, etc makes it a rewarding sight. Its a 360 degree vista from here. Enjoy it !!

After enjoying the view, we then climb up steeply along the Changri Glacier. There we get the first sight of Kala Patthar beneath Pumori. Gorak Shep is a place where you are surrounded by snow cladded mountains all round, including the top of the world - Mt. Everest.

The dusk view from Kala Patthar is more honorable than the dawn view, so it is proposed to visit Kala Patthar today amid nightfall. As the setting sun's beams strike the snow topped mountains the subsequent view is incredible.

We begin well in time post lunch to get the sensational perspectives of the surrounding view from Kala Patthar seeing the last light of the day reflecting on Mount Everest. Recognizable peaks, to the likes of Lingtren, Khumbutse, Changtse tower toward the east even as Everest uncovers itself between the west shoulder peak and Nuptse. Amid the climb to Kala Patthar, we rest multiple times to catch for some breath as it is a demanding climb, and also to capture few extraordinary perspectives of the mountains.

After a strenuous climb for some hours, we reach Kala Patthar. We scramble few rough patches and reach the summit set apart by cairns and prayer flags. As we are on the top, we enjoy some of the most unimaginable Himalayan Panorama, meandering relentlessly between one massif and then onto the next. We take the greatest number of pictures as we can and bring seep in the perspective - a moment to last lifetime.

We return to rest at Gorakshep tonight. We will be visiting the Everest Base Camp tomorrow.. so we sleep excited !!
Day 10
4940 - Lobuche
Day 10
5085 - Thangma Riju
Day 10
5170 - Gorakshep
Day 10
5555 - Kala Patthar
Day 10
5170 - Gorakshep
6 - 7hrs.
▼ Day 11Trekking DayLobuche 4940m
From Gorak Shep (5170m ) To Lobuche (4940m ), Via - Everest BC (5364m ) - 8 - 9 Hrs.
Overnight In: Lobuche (4940m )
Accommodation: Teahouse
Meals Included: All Meals
Today is the climax of our trip. We will visit the base camp of Mount Everest - The highest mountain of the World !!

After a good and quick breakfast, we take the trail leading to the Everest Base Camp through the Gorak Shep Lake. Proceeding straight ahead, we pass by our Army's (India Army) Mountaineers' Memorial.

After tackling the glacial moraine of Khumbu glacier, we reach the Everest Base Camp. It from here where mountaineers attempt the summit of the glorious mountain. Mt. Everest is hidden from here and Nuptse, Khumbuste and Pumori are the mountains we can see from the base camp.

Having reached here, we have completed a part of our trek, living it to the fullest. Now its time to return within the safe time as we need to push to Periche for the night halt.
Day 11
5170 - Gorak Shep
Day 11
5365 - Everest BC
Day 11
4940 - Lobuche
8 - 9hrs.
▼ Day 12Trekking DayDzongla 4827m
From Lobuche (4950m ) To Dzongla (4827m ) - 3 - 4 Hrs.
Overnight In: Dzongla (4827m )
Accommodation: Teahouse
Meals Included: All Meals
A short walk for the day. Much needed. We trek to Dzongla today. Dzongla can be considered as the base camp of Chola which we negotiate tomorrow.
Day 12
4950 - Lobuche
Day 12
4830 - Dzongla
3 - 4hrs.
▼ Day 13Pass Crossing DayGokyo 4750m
Cross Chola Pass And Reach Gokyo via Thangnak - 3 - 4 Hrs.
Overnight In: Gokyo (4750m )
Accommodation: Teahouse
Meals Included: All Meals

Today we negotiate the tough Chola pass. Its a steep climb on rocky patches. Few sections are icy and requires safe step.

From the top, get treated to the majestic views of the surrounding mountains. A steep descend follows from Phedi and then till Thanknak. From there, its a flat simple walk to the Gokyo 3rd Lake.
Day 13
4830 - Dzongla
Day 13
5370 - Chola Pass
Day 13
4720 - Thangnak
Day 13
4750 - Gokyo
3 - 4hrs.
▼ Day 14Summit DayGokyo 4750m
Summit Gokyo Ri. Return To Gokyo. Explore Gokyo 4,5,6 Lakes & Nearby. - 8 - 9 Hrs.
Overnight In: Gokyo (4750m )
Accommodation: Teahouse
Meals Included: All Meals
Today we explore the beautiful lakes of Gokyo. arly morning after breakfast, we trek to the Gokyo 4th and 5th lakes and Ngozumpa Glacier view point. If we are determined, we visit the Gokyo 6th lake too

In the evening, we attempt the summit of Gokyo Ri.
Day 14
4750 - Gokyo
Day 14
5360 - Gokyo Ri
Day 14
4750 - Gokyo
Day 14
5600 - Gokyo 4,5,6 Lakes
Day 14
4750 - Gokyo
8 - 9hrs.
▼ Day 15Trekking DayPhortshe Thanga 3680m
From Gokyo (4750m ) To Phortshe Thanga (3680m ), Via - Machermo (4470m ), Dole (4110m ) - 5 - 6 Hrs.
Overnight In: Phortshe Thanga (3680m )
Accommodation: Teahouse
Meals Included: All Meals
Today, we trek down to Phortshe Thanga from Gokyo. The trail is initially gradual descend followed by usual descend. Its a very scenic trail with grand views of peaks like Machermo peak, Cholatse, Tabuche, Kangtega, Thamserku. We stop to have lunch in Dole, before climbing down to the Doodh Kosi river in Phortshe Thanga.
Day 15
4750 - Gokyo
Day 15
4470 - Machermo
Day 15
4110 - Dole
Day 15
3680 - Phortshe Thanga
5 - 6hrs.
▼ Day 16Pass Crossing DayNamche Bazaar 3440m
Cross Mong La And Reach Namche Bazaar via Kyanjuma - 5 - 6 Hrs.
Overnight In: Namche Bazaar (3440m )
Accommodation: Teahouse
Meals Included: All Meals
The trail climbs steeply for around 1 hour to Mongla on the start of the day after which the trail gradually climbs down to Kyangjumma and the to Namche Bazaar.
Day 16
3680 - Photrtse Thanga
Day 16
3990 - Mong La
Day 16
3520 - Kyanjuma
Day 16
3440 - Namche Bazaar
5 - 6hrs.
▼ Day 17Trekking DayLukla 2860m
From Namche Bazaar (3440m ) To Lukla (2860m ), Via - Jorsalle (2824m ), Phakding (2652m ) - 5 - 6 Hrs.
Overnight In: Lukla (2860m )
Accommodation: Teahouse
Meals Included: All Meals
Today we bring an end to our trekking days. We retrace our steps back to Lukla.
Day 17
3440 - Namche Bazaar
Day 17
2825 - Jorsalle
Day 17
2655 - Phakding
Day 17
2860 - Lukla
5 - 6hrs.
▼ Day 18Trekking DayKathmandu 1300m
From Lukla (2860m ) To Kathmandu (1300m ) - 2 Hrs.
Overnight In: Kathmandu (1300m )
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today, we fly back to Kathmandu and checkin into our Hotel. We spend the day in our own way and according to our own priorities. Show may shop for family and relatives, while some may rest, while some may go for river rafting, bunjee jumping or temple visits. You may also get a tattoo done. We meet for a farewell dinner at night.
Day 18
2860 - Lukla
Day 18
1300 - Kathmandu
2hrs.

EBC With Gokyo Lakes - An Elaborate Description

The Trek to the Everest Base Camp combined with Gokyo Lakes are a way to completely live the rich experience of trekking in the Everest region. While trekking to the Everest Base Camp is beautiful and enchanting experience and is popular too, the trek to the much silent, calmer and even more beautiful Gokyo Lakes completes your experience of wandering in these regions of Nepal.

The trek to Everest Base Camp takes you closer to the mountain, but completing it with a trek to the Gokyo Lakes adds to your experience of witnessing the 'mountain of glory' from the other side as well. Rather, the views of Mt. Everest from Gokyo Ri Summit and Beyond Gokyo 5th lakes are one of the most complete, full-up, unbelievable, and breathtaking. The trek to reach the Gokyo Lakes itself is a thrilling and challenging one involving negotiating the high pass of Cho La and the crossing the vast Ngozumpa Glacier, which is considered to be the longest glacier in The Nepal Himalayas.

The pristine lakes of Gokyo are just something to fall in love with straight away. Cho Oyu, the sixth highest mountain in the world, stands right in front of all the six lakes of the Gokyo region. Brahminy ducks in the first lake remain there even in winters.. The sounds of Himalayan snow cock will tease your ears. The region has 6 visible lakes.. otherwise, gokyo lakes are 19 interconnected lakes.Ngozumba glacier - the longest glacier of the Nepal Himalayas ( 36 kilometers ) blows your mind off with its vast and rough terrain. Mount Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Pumori, Nirekha and other peaks stands tall on the other side of the glacier, luring your imaginations. Strong wind blows often in the region. Here the views are surreal !!

The Everest Gokyo Circuit Trek offers stunning views of Mount Everest from all round, firstly from the Khumbhu Region and the from the Ngozumpa valley. On this trek, you do not just view the classic mountain from a distance, but you trek to its base camp from where, lots of mountaineers from different parts of the World, take their steps on to the mountain, to reach its summit. Walking the trails through Tengboche, Dingboche, Lobuche and Gorakshep and then to Everest Base Camp, this is for sure a trek you must do to gift yourself an experience for a lifetime !!

Further, to add to your experience, you trek to Dzongla, from where you will tackle the mighty Chola pass to take yourself to the surreal valley of Gokyo. The mere sight of the Vast Ngozumpa glacier will blow off your mind !!

On this trek we also summit the famous and strategic Kalapatthar and Gokyo Ri. The truth is, Mt. Everest is not clearly viewed from the Everest Base Camp and is blocked. So a climb to Kalapatthar is much desired which offers grands views all round. The views from the top of Kalapatthar and Gokyo Ri can't just be spoken in few words. From here, you get to witness the grand vista of the tallest mountains in the world. At 5554 meters, this is also the highest point of the trek. Views of Everest, Nuptse and Lhotse during sunrise or sunset will be to your soul's contentment.

Apart from the stunning mountains, trekking in the Kumbhu region is also about lots of other elements and experiences. To mention few, its the Sherpa way of life, their hardship and happiness, The Buddhism pf Peace and enlightenment, the beautiful rhododendrons, local cuisines, and lots more...

Other Treks In The Everest Region:

Everest Base Camp Trek
Everest Gokyo Three Passes Trek
Island Peak 6189 with Everest Base Camp
Mera Peak Summit 6476 meters

EBC With Gokyo Lakes - Why Its A Must-Do

World's highest peaks. This trek goes to the base camp of the World's highest mountain, Mt. Everest 8850m, where mountaineers spends over a month to climb it. 3 other mountains above 8000 meter can be seen from this trek - Lhotse (8516m, 4th highest) , Makalu(8481m, 5th Highest) and Cho Oyu (8201m, 6th highest)
Array of High peaks of the Nepal Himalayas - Right from the time you take your flight to Lukla till the end, you get to see numerous High peaks of the Nepal Himalayas, namely Nupla, Kongde, Khumde, Thamserku, Kusum Kangru, Kangtega, Ama Dablam, Mt. Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Makalu, Cho Oyu, Machermo, Cholatse, Tabuche, Lobuche, Nirekha, Pumori, Machermo, etc.
The thrilling flight to Lukla, World's most dangerous airport. Apart from the flying experience, the view from flight is breath taking. All high peaks of the Nepal Himalayas are visible.
Trek through the rhododendron forest in the Himalayas. During the springs, the trail till Namche is colourful due to the blooming of the Rhododendrons.
Birding and animal sight, if lucky.
High Altitude and super panorama of peaks from Kala Patthar, Cho La and Gokyo Ri
Sunrise and sunset on the mountain peaks.
Witness Shepra hospitality and Neplese culture on the trek

How We Grade Our Treks and Expeditions

Easy

Usual daily walks of 4 - 5 hours in altitude below 4000 meters. The sleeping altitude on these treks are below 4000 meter and the trails are gradual involving no steep ascent or descent. Sometimes, the trail may be longer, but on level trails. The duration of trek may be a week or lesser than it. The trek is not too remote and evacuation might be possible from almost any point of the trek

Moderate

The trek duration each day may span from 4 - 5 hours, but on some days, it may push up to 8 - 9 days. The trail might involve steep ascents or descents on occasions This kind of treks demand good fitness, and trekkers must involve themselves in cardio exercises regularly to do these treks comfortably. Sleeping altitude are below 4000 meters or little above it, but the trail might go as high as 4500 - 5000 meters. The trek is bit remote and evacuation might be possible from almost all, but not all campsites

Moderate +

This type of treks are bit more demanding than the moderate ones. It might involve few days of very long walks at higher altitude, or serious gradients, exposures, more remote or involves sleeping at higher altitudes for more days.

Strenuous

The trek duration each day may span from 5 - 8 hours, and may go up to to 8 - 9 on few days. The trail involves steep ascents and descents. Good fitness are demand of these treks, and trekkers must involve themselves in cardio exercises regularly to do these treks comfortably. Sleeping altitude may go above 4000 meters or little above it on couple of days, but not more than that. The trail might go as high as 4500 - 5200 meters. These trek are remote and evacuation might not be possible from all the campsites

Challenging

The trek duration each day may span from 5 - 8 hours, and may go up to to 8 - 9 or even more than that on few days. The trail involves steep ascents and descents. Crossing a glacier or a scree zone might be a feature of these treks. You might on some occasions, require technical equipment like rope, ice axe and snow stacks etc to complete these treks. Good fitness are demand of any treks, but these treks demands strong character. Sleeping altitude may goes well above 5000 meters on some days. The trail might go as high as 5000 - 6000 meters. These trek are high or remote or both. The trek usually might be a week long.

Sometimes irrespective of altitude and distance, a trek may ge graded Challenging if the route is treacherous, which might demand some footing skills or assistance of ropes and other equipment

Challenging +

The trek duration each day may span from 5 - 8 hours, and may go up to to 8 - 9 or even more than that on few days. The trail involves steep ascents and descents. Negotiating glacial moraines, scree zones, crossing them, camping on them etc are features of these treks. You might also require technical equipment like rope, ice axe and snow stacks etc to complete these treks. Good fitness are demand of any treks, but these treks demands strong character. Sleeping altitude may goes well above 5000 meters on some days. The trail might go as high as 5000 - 6000 meters. These trek are high and remote. A good technical support team and knowledgeable local guide is a must. Only experienced trekkers are advised to do these treks. The trek goes over 2 week and may be longer than that.

Sometimes irrespective of altitude and distance, a trek may ge graded Challenging if the route is treacherous, which might demand some footing skills or assistance of ropes and other equipment

Cost Terms For The EBC With Gokyo Lakes

Cost Terms

The above-mentioned cost is in the range of minimum to maximum per-person cost for this trek as per 1 - 12 people team.PackageInclusions as per this cost can be read below.
5% GST (goods and service tax) is applicable for all our purchases.
We follow dynamic pricing as per the actual team size on the trek. Going by our standardized service, appropriate safety measures, quality equipment, and ecologically sustainable - small group commitment, a higher team size will lower the cost whereas a lower team size will significantly increase the cost.
Group segmented pricing if not provided here, please write to us using the contact page or text us on Whatsapp number +918017216725.
You may choose to keep the trek open or make it private depending upon your requirements or choice. The actual per-person cost of the trek is subject to the actual team size joining the trek. If you make any customizations that drastically change the itinerary and cost as mentioned here, then it will mandatorily have to be a private group only.
If we have dates listed on our website on Our Upcoming Treks and it is not marked as private, it means other people have booked this trek for that date and have opened it up for other members to join to lower the cost. If your dates and choices match, you may join these treks
You may join an existing open group listed on our website or create your own group as per your convenient dates and choose to either keep it private or open it up to lower the cost if other members join the trek.
At any point, the team size cannot be more than 12 members ( 10 for challenging treks) unless there is a unique exception requested or agreed upon by all the team members.

International Guests

Trek cost for foreigners is slightly higher than the cost for our Indian guests, mainly due to the higher permit fee applicable for admission to National Parks or protected forest areas. Sometimes, it may be higher due to higher local crew wages and other specific arrangements we make to ensure a safe, comfortable and enriching travel experience in India. However, we absolutely DO NOT 'hyper-charge' our International Guests ever and at the same time, ensure that we meet all the standards for highly qualified trek leaders and guides, safety, medical preparation, evacuation strategy, rescue arrangements, eco-sensitive travel, high-value knowledge sharing about the area and customs of the locals.

Extra Cost For International Trekkers Rs. 20000 per person.

Booking Process

Booking can only be done after multiple communication via email / Whatsapp / Calls. After connecting with us and discussing your needs, we finalize the trek and its requirements. After finalization, partial booking fees can be paid online or through direct bank transfers after which we trigger our preparations and arrangements for your trek. International Trekkers can pay the partial booking fees using PayPal, Wise, Western Union or Direct Wire Transfer.

Customized Private Group For EBC With Gokyo Lakes

Trekking is a very personal activity and is perhaps one of the very few activities that give you enough time to indulge with yourself or your beloved people, a group of special friends, or close family members. It helps you transform personal bonds to the next level as it brings out everyone's best and truest self. Trekking is most enjoyed when it is done in a small private group, personalized to serve your specific needs. The Himalayas are best experienced when there is silence and solitude around and when you are surrounded only by your best people. Your trek is most enjoyable when all the pain of arranging a smooth trek is taken care of by us, and you focus just on your trek and yourself. Most importantly, a small private trekking group is very flexible, personalized, and more enjoyable, is the safest, and follows the principles of Sustainable and Responsible Tourism. Most trekkers book us for arranging personalized private treks catering to their specific and unique requirements - Customize This Trek

Must Read - Important Pre-Booking Information

from Rs. 130000 to Rs. 170000/-
+5% GST PER PERSON

Batch Size:
25-40 <10