Gokyo Valley Trek

• Altitude: 1350m/4428ft
• Overnight: Hotel in Kathmandu

Upon arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, we will greet you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel. After check-in, there will be a short briefing covering trek logistics, safety, and equipment checks. If time allows, explore the vibrant streets of Thamel.  Overnight at Kathmandu hotel.

• Altitude: Lukla (2800m/9154ft) & Phakding (2650m/8692ft)
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
• Activity: Flight to Lukla & about 3 - 4 Hours Trek
• Overnight: Mt. Lodge in Phakding

Early morning transfer to Tribhuvan International Airport or Rammechhap for a scenic 30–35 minutes flight to Lukla, offering panoramic views of the Langtang, Rolwaling, and Annapurna ranges.  Upon landing at the thrilling Tenzing-Hillary Airport, meet the trekking crew and begin the trek.

Descend to the Thado Koshi River, cross a suspension bridge with views of Mt. Kusum Kangru, and continue gradually uphill through the Buddhist village of Ghat, known for its black mani walls. Trek past scattered villages and yak herders’ camps to reach Phakding. Explore the village in the evening. Overnight at a Mt. Lodge in Phakding.

• Altitude: (3440m/11283ft)
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
• Activity: 5-6 Hours Trek 

Overnight: Mt. Lodge in Namche

Today’s trek follows the Dudh Koshi River, crossing several suspension bridges while passing through forests and Sherpa villages. Enjoy views of Mt. Thamserku before reaching Monjo and entering Sagarmatha National Park. After lunch at Jorsale, the trail continues along the river to Larja Doban, where the Dudh Koshi meets the Bhote Koshi. A steady uphill climb through pine forests leads to Top Danda, offering your first glimpse of Mt. Everest, before continuing on to Namche Bazaar. Overnight at a lodge in Namche.

• Altitude: (3440m/11283ft)
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
• Activity: Acclimatization walk to Everest View Hotel (3-4 Hours trek)
• Overnight: Mt. Lodge in Namche

Rest day during trek means to hike to higher elevation and trek down back for proper acclimatization. Today we will walk up to the Everest View Hotel, which lies at the altitude of 3880m (440m higher than Namche). 2.5 hours of an uphill hike on the stony trails of the open hill brings us to Everest View Hotel. Savor the views of Thamserku, Kusum Kangru, Kantega, Everest, Lhotse, and Ama Dablam among others from the site. Trekking down back to Namche on the same trail is easy 1.5 hrs walk.

Rest of the time you may just explore Namche Bazaar, visit its Sherpa museum- a great place to learn Sherpa culture and history of mountaineering and if this happens to be Saturday, you would have a wonderful local market (Hatt Bazaar) at Namche Bazaar. It is interesting and a wonderful experience to understand how the locals exchange their goods or buy the necessary stuff from the market itself. Namche Bazaar, itself is a tourist shopping hub with all the required trekking and mountaineering clothing and equipment. Overnight at a lodge in Namche.

• Altitude: (3440m/11283ft)
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
• Activity: 2 – 3 Hours trek 
• Overnight: Mt. Lodge in Khumjung Village

Today after relaxed breakfast in Namche, we climb up to the famous airstrip at Syangboche (Only occasional flight of Pilatus is coming here), then trekking ahead to the corner valley of the hills to Khumjung. Khumjung is very interesting Sherpa hamlet of Khumbu which is the home to avid Sherpa Mountaineers. The signs of the contribution made by Sir Edmund Hillary can be seen here in Khumjung and its surrounding areas. The valley is ringed by snowy peaks of Kondge and Thamserku and the sacred peak of Sherpas- Mt. Khumbila, it is also believed as a place that houses a yeti scalp. In the afternoon, we will visit Hillary School, colorful Buddhist monasteries, the visit is typical stones trail with lined prayer stones, flags, and prayer wheels, visit Hillary Hospital in Kundel. O/ N at Khumjung at Mt. Lodge.

• Altitude: (4,038m/13,248ft)
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
• Activity: 6-7 Hours Trek
• Overnight: Mt. Lodge in Dole

After a stroll around the Namche area, we follow on the gradual trail with few short up and downs overlooking magnificent view of the great giant snow peaks at Shanasa. Hiking for around 2 and a half hours we arrive at the top of Mong La Pass. From Mong La Pass we savor the spectacular views of Mt. Ama Dablam, Kantega and Mt. Khumbilla. From the hill-top, an hour downhill trek through the forested region brings us to the riverside village, Phortse Tenga. We stop at Phortse Tenga for lunch. Post lunch, the day’s trek involves a long tiring uphill trek through the forest of pines, oaks, and rhododendrons all the way to Dole. Overnight at a lodge in Overnight at a lodge in Dole.  

• Altitude: (4,470m/14,665ft)
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
• Activity: 3 – 4 Hours trek
• Overnight: Mt. Lodge in Machharmo

After breakfast, we climb up for thirty minutes on an open hill to the scenic ridge above the Dole. The ridge top offers the first spectacular view of Mt. Cho Oyu. Then we walk over the gentle trail for ten minutes to the village of Lapharma. Beyond Lapharma walking around the hills for almost 2 hours takes us to Luja. Taking a short breather at Luja, we continue the trek that climbs up along the side of the valley high above the river, crossing sandy spurs to reach Machharmo. We reach Machhermo in the afternoon; enjoy the lunch and explore around. Overnight at Machhermo.

• Altitude: Gokyo (4,750m/ 15,583ft)
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
• Activity: 3 – 4 Hours Trek
• Overnight: Mt. Lodge in Gokyo

Today is the big day of Everest Base Camp Trek via Gokyo Lake. We get to the land of Gokyo Lakes. One-hour trek on the leveled trail that wind passes through elevated grazing lands takes us to Phanga. At Phanga we observe the memorials of people who lost their lives during the landslides in the region. Beyond Phanga, we trek slides down for a short while and then gradually go up on the stony steps for an hour to the River. We cross the metal bridge over the river and get into the Gokyo-Land. Welcome to Gokyo, we are now facing the first Lake of Gokyo. Continue to walk up along the stony steps for thirty minutes to the Secong Lake of Gokyo. Forty-five minutes of walk along the leveled trail on stony steps finally brings us to the third lake of Gokyo. We will settle down in the Mountain Lodge at Gokyo.

• Altitude: Gokyo Ri (5,357m/17,575ft) & Dole (4,038m/13,248ft)
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
• Activity:  6 – 7 Hours trek 
• Overnight: Mt. Lodge in Dole

Today we begin early hiking to Gokyo Ri. Gokyo Ri caters 360-degree sunrise panorama of 8000ers of the Himalayas that include Everest, Lhotse, Cho Oyu, and Makalu. After sunrise, trek back to Gokyo Valley and breakfast. This afternoon, we prepare to descend the same trail to Macchharmo, then to Dole for overnight. This walk is straight downhill so having stick helps for descend. Overnight at Dole.

• Altitude: (3440m/11283ft)
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
• Activity: 4 – 5 Hours trek
• Overnight: Mt. Lodge in Namche Bazaar

Today, we will have an easy walk to Namche Bazaar. After breakfast at the lodge in Dole, walking along the retracing trail the trek today arrives at the bustling Khumbu Town Namche. Even if it is the same trail descend, but the walking is always fun, even on the retracing trails during treks in Everest Region. Free evening in Namche. 

• Altitude: (2,800m / 9,184ft)
• Activity: 6–7 hours
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
• Overnight: Lodge in Lukla

After breakfast, begin the descent from Namche Bazaar along a scenic trail that steeply drops to the Hillary Suspension Bridge. Continue trekking through several traditional Sherpa villages and the beautiful Dudh Koshi River valley, passing forests, terraced fields, and riverside settlements along the way.

Upon arrival in Lukla, freshen up at your lodge and relax. In the evening, celebrate the successful completion of your Everest Base Camp trek with your trekking crew—an unforgettable last night in the Everest region. Overnight stay at a lodge in Lukla.

• Altitude: 1350m/4428ft)
• Meals: Breakfast & Farewell Dinner
• Activity: Flight (35 Min)
• Overnight: Hotel in Kathmandu

Our flights are in the morning for Kathmandu from Lukla. After breakfast at Lukla hotel, you will check in to the airport and take your flight back to Kathmandu. Transfer to your hotel. 

You will have free time to relax, freshen up and rest. In the evening, we will meet you again, take your feedback from Everest Base Camp Trek and host a farewell dinner at one of the finest Nepalese restaurants in Kathmandu. Overnight at Kathmandu hotel.

• Altitude: (1350m/4428ft)
• Meals: Breakfast
• Activity: Departure

After breakfast at your hotel, you will have some free time in Kathmandu, depending on your flight schedule. Guests can choose to explore Thamel for last-minute shopping, visit local markets for handicrafts or souvenirs, or take a short sightseeing trip to Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple) or Boudhanath Stupa to soak in the spiritual atmosphere one last time.

When it’s time for your onward journey, you will be transferred to Tribhuvan International Airport for your departure. Bid farewell to Nepal and the Himalayas, taking with you unforgettable memories from your Everest Base Camp adventure. End of services.