Gokyo & Kala Patthar

Between Gokyo & Kala Patthar

The Lukla flight that takes us to the Gateway to Everest is in itself an adventure. We then venture up the Khumbu to reach the amazingly beautiful and pristine Gokyo Lakes before climbing further up to Kala Patthar for the best views of Everest and the other eight thousanders.

Gokyo Lakes and Kala Patthar via the Cho La Pass

After a spectacular 45-minute flight gazing at the Himalayan peaks, we land at the world-famous Lukla Airport. We are now in Khumbu in the Everest region, ready to start the trek. The trek takes us to another well-known destination, Namche Bazaar (3,440m), a trading village between Tibet and the Sherpa country. We take a one-day break for acclimatisation. Then we climb up the Dudh Koshi to reach the Gokyo lakes at the foot of Cho Oyu and its glaciers. We hike up to the Cho La Pass close to the peaks. The journey is marked by beautiful villages of dry-stone houses, countless manis (stone inscriptions), stupas, and monasteries that seem suspended in the air blessed by three 8000m peaks: Everest (8,848 m.), Makalu (8,475 m.), Lhotse (8,383 m.) besides the lesser peaks of Pumori (7,145m.), Nuptse (7,879m.), Ama Dablam (6,856m.) and others.

Highlights

- The high mountain atmosphere throughout the trek and the Cho La passage.
- The many Sherpa villages and Buddhist monasteries: Namche Bazar, Khumjung, Thengboche.
- The Kala Pattar and Everest base camp in 2 weeks of walking.
- The high mountain lakes: the turquoise blue lakes of Gokyo and the exceptional view from Gokyo-Ri.

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Days

1Arrival in Kathmandu. Welcome and transfer to the hotel

- Accommodation: Hotel Holy Himalaya in BB or similar
- Free meals

2Kathmandu - Ramechap

After having been able to rest and make the last preparations, we will leave at the end of the morning for Ramecchap, the airport from which all flights to Lukla airport are now made.
Since the bad weather at the end of September 2024, this road having been badly damaged (12 km were washed away) we can no longer get there at night in 4 hours but we have to drive during the day for about 6-7 hours
- Accommodation: Guest House in Ramechhap on a half-board basis
- Free meals

3Flight to Lukla (2800 m) - Phakding (2600 m)

The early morning flight to Lukla offers a panoramic view of the eastern part of the Himalayas; Langtang, Gauri, Shanker, Numbur, Manglungtse, and finally Everest appear during this 45-minute flight. At Lukla (2700 m), the Sherpas are waiting for us with the equipment. The trek begins with a short descent to the Dudh Khosi valley.
From the village of Chaunrikarka (2621 m), the trail heads north through Sherpa villages where wheat, potatoes, corn and vegetables are grown. We cross the Dudh Khosi on a suspended wooden bridge.
- Elevation gain: 50 meters
- Elevation loss: 250 meters
- Number of hours of walking: 3
- Accommodation: Lodge

4Phakding - Namche Bazar (3440 m)

This day begins with a walk along the DudhKosi. The path climbs gently. Several times, we cross the river, pass the village of Jorsale (2805 m) and then begin a steep climb to Namche Bazar. Half an hour later, we can see Everest. We arrive in Namche early enough to discover this famous Sherpa village and its inhabitants. Some Tibetan shops and traders sell jewelry and handicrafts from Tibet. Every week, a large market is held in Namche where the farmers from the surrounding area sell their harvests of wheat, corn, millet, etc.
- Elevation gain: 900 meters
- Elevation loss: 50 meters
- Number of hours of walking: 5
- Accommodation: Lodge

5Namche Bazar

Acclimatization and rest day in Namche (3440 m). The opportunity for us to go on an excursion to the beautiful Sherpa village of Khumjung and discover its monastery.
- Accommodation: Lodge

6Namche - PhortseTenga (3600 m)

We climb above Namche Bazar by a gently sloping path on the mountainside to the Mong Pass, with views of Ama Dablam and Kantega, two of the most spectacular peaks in Nepal. We then descend to Phortse-Tenga at 3600 m on the banks of the Milky River (Dudh - Koshi).
- Elevation gain +: 560 meters
- Elevation loss -: 300 meters
- Walking time: 4 hours
- Accommodation: Lodge

7PhorteTenga - Machermo (4450 m)

We climb steeply through rhododendrons, junipers, then conifers. We pass through the alpine villages of Tongba (3960 m), Gyele (3960 m), and Lhabarma (4220 m). The view of Khumbila and Tawoché is magnificent throughout the day.
- Elevation gain: + 850 meters
- Walking time: 5 to 6 hours
- Accommodation: Lodge

8Machermo - Gokyo (4750 m)

Gradual climb to a sumptuous view of Cho Oyu, which peaks at 8135 m, a fortress of snow and ice. We pass Pangka at 4390 m, then begin the descent towards the river before going up the terminal moraine of the Ngozumpa glacier. We reach a first turquoise lake located at 4720 m. A few minutes later, discovery of a second lake at 4690 m, then we arrive at Lake Gokyo at 4750 m, impressive by its beauty (photo on the first page).
- Elevation gain: 300 meters
- Walking time: 5 hours
- Accommodation: Lodge

9Gokyo - GokyoRi (5360 m) –Thagnak (4 700 m)

This morning, we discover the most beautiful panorama of the entire Everest region from the
Gokyo Ri. From the summit, the spectacle is unforgettable, the highest peaks of the Earth are there:
Cho Oyu, Makalu, Lhotse, Everest, Cholaste and Tawachee. We descend to Thagnak (4,700 m).
- Elevation gain: 550 meters
- Elevation loss: 600 meters
- Walking time: 6 hours
- Accommodation: Lodge

10Thagnak - ChoLa pass (5300 m) - Dzonghla (4 830 m)

Early in the morning, we leave for the ascent of Cho La, the most difficult day of the trek. But the reward at the top of the pass is worth all the difficulties in the world: the view is breathtaking! We descend to Dzonghla.
- Elevation gain +: 600 meters
- Elevation loss -: 500 meters
- Walking time: 7h
- Accommodation: Lodge

11Dzonglha - Lobuche (4,900 m) (or Gorakhshep if everyone's fitness allows it)

Easy day of walking to reach Lobuche (rest day and buffer)
- Elevation gain: 200 meters
- Elevation loss: 100 meters
- Walking time: 3-4 hours
- Accommodation: Lodge

12Lobuche (4,900 m) – Everest Base Camp (5,360 m) – Gorakshep (5,140 m)

Easy day walk to reach Gorakshep and for those who wish to go to the historic Everest base camp along the Khumbhu glacier
- Elevation gain: 500 meters
- Elevation loss: 250 meters
- Walking time: 6-7 hours
- Accommodation: Lodge

13Gorakshep - Kala Pattar (5545 m) – Pheriche (4240 m)

Departure very early in the morning to enjoy the view. The climb is quite steep up to KalaPattar. We are in the heart of a huge amphitheater surrounded by the highest and most prestigious peaks in the world. Mineral universe of the high mountains. Then we begin the long descent to go to sleep in Pheriche
- Elevation gain +: 410 meters
- Elevation loss -: 1310 meters
- Walking time: 7-8 hours
- Accommodation: Lodge

14Pheriche (4240 m) – Namche (3440 m)

Long day of walking following the Imja Khola via Pangboche before going back up to
Namche We go down to Phungi Tenga through a forest of pines, firs, rhododendrons etc. Afterwards, the climb is gradual.
- Elevation gain: 360 meters
- Elevation loss: 1150 meters
- Walking time: 7-8 hours
- Accommodation: Lodge

15Namche (3440 m) – Monjo (2835 m) – Lukla (2850 m)

Descent to the Imja Tse Khola bridge and arrival in Monjo. Throughout the day, we enjoy a breathtaking view of all the surrounding mountains.
- Elevation gain +: 380 meters
- Elevation loss -: 920 meters
- Walking time: 6-7 hours
- Accommodation: Lodge

16Flight Lukla - Ramechhap, Drive to Kathmandu

On a clear day, the view of the Himalayan range is superb. Transfer to the hotel from
Ramechhap (5 to 7 hours depending on road conditions).
- Accommodation: Night at the Holy Himalaya hotel on a BB basis or similar
- Free meals.

17Safety day / Sightseeing with French-speaking cultural guide and vehicle

- Accommodation: Night at the Holy Himalaya hotel on a BB basis or similar
- Meals not included.

18Transfer to the airport for International flight back

What's included

- All transfers by private vehicle according to itinerary including bus/car to Ramechhap
- 1 night in Guest House in Ramechap on half-board
- 3 nights at the Holy Himalaya hotel or similar in Kathmandu on BB
- Full-board trek in Lodge
- English-Speaking guide for the entire trek and his/her flights
- One day of guided tours in Kathmandu with vehicle.
- Trekking team: assistant (from 4), porters for the entire trek.
- Luggage carrying up to 12 kg/person during the trek
- Sagarmatha & Khumbu Villages Community Tax trek permit
- Tourist taxes per room at Khumbhu
- Staff insurance

What's not included

- Carrying baggage exceeding 13 kg & cargo of the domestic flight over 15 kg (hold + hand luggage), $1 per additional kg
- Helicopter supplement in case of cancellation of the plane to Lukla (approximately $350 extra)/person one way
- Meals in Kathmandu excluding breakfast
- Entrance fees to sites during visits
- Nepal visa to be obtained at the airport ($50 + photo).
- Flights and PCR tests if required
- Repatriation insurance + rescue and search required
- Tips, personal expenses and equipment, drinks, etc.

Supplement

>>> Compulsory supplement for Ramechhap-Lukla – Ramechhap flights 455$ / person to be paid locally (Airfare subject to change without notice from the airlines) (Or Via Ramechap – Lukla if the airport is overcapacity) >>> Supplement per single room for 3 nights in a hotel: 90$

Notes

- Walking times are approximate because they depend on the groups, photos and stops. As for the elevation differences, they are also general indications and not GPS readings.
- Depending on the weather and operational conditions, the guide reserves the right to modify this itinerary for your safety and that of the group.