Trip Details

  • Destination: Nepal
  • Trip Difficulty: Strenuous
  • Trip Style: Trekking & Sightseeing
  • Food: Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
  • Accommodation: Hotel / Lodge
  • Group Size: 1
  • Max Elevation: 5545m Kala Patthar
  • Best Months: Feb, Mar, April, May, June, Sept, Oct, Nov & Dec
  • Activity Per Day: Approximately 4-6 hours walking

Highlights

The Everest Circuit Trek via Chola Pass is a challenging and scenic trek that includes Gokyo Lake and Everest Base Camp, with stunning views of four of the world's highest peaks. The trek also features a crossing of Cho La Pass and visits to Sherpa villages and monasteries.

About Everest Circuit via Chola Pass

The Everest Circuit via Chola Pass Trekking is a truly incredible adventure that offers trekkers the opportunity to explore some of the most breathtaking scenery in the world. This strenuous trek combines the best of both worlds, allowing you to experience the famous Gokyo Lake and the iconic Everest Base Camp in one trip.

Starting from the bustling city of Lukla, the trek takes you through a variety of landscapes, including lush green forests, rocky terrain, and pristine alpine lakes. You will trek through the Khumbu Valley, home to the legendary Sherpa people, who have made their living in the mountains for generations. Along the way, you will have the opportunity to visit local villages, homes, and monasteries, gaining insight into the Sherpa way of life.

The highlight of the trek is undoubtedly the visit to the Gokyo Lake, a series of small turquoise mountain lakes that lie on the banks of a small herding settlement. The third lake in the series offers breathtaking views of the four peaks above 8000m, including Cho You, Everest, Lhotse, and Makalu. From here, you will continue over the Cho La pass, which is over 5420m high, offering spectacular views of the dramatic Himalayan range.

The trek will also take you to the iconic Everest Base Camp, which is situated at the foot of the world's highest peak. From here, you will trek up to Kalapatthar, which offers stunning panoramic views of the entire region, including the Khumbu glacier, the Pumori peak, and the Everest summit.

The Everest Circuit via Chola Pass Trekking is a challenging trek that requires a good level of fitness and endurance. However, the rewards of this trek are well worth the effort. The trek offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to witness some of the most dramatic and beautiful landscapes in the world, as well as the opportunity to immerse yourself in the unique and vibrant culture of the Sherpa people.

In conclusion, the Everest Circuit via Chola Pass Trekking is a fantastic adventure that should be on every trekker's bucket list. The combination of the Gokyo Lake, the Everest Base Camp, and the dramatic Himalayan range makes this trek a truly unforgettable experience. So, if you're looking for a challenging and rewarding trek that will take you to the top of the world, the Everest Circuit via Chola Pass Trekking is the perfect choice for you.

Everest Circuit via Chola Pass Itinerary

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Day 01 : Arrive at Tribhuvan international airport (1340m.)

After you arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA), the representative of Beyond the Limits Treks greets with Khata or you garland  and takes you to the hotel. You will have a short briefing flowing Program evening enjoy with local culture.  Overnight Hotel  B.B.

  • B.B.
  • Hotel
  • Kathmandu
  • 1340

Morning about breakfast time Our trek leader will give you briefing about flowing program and necessary equipment. if you need to buy any thing you can do last minute shoping for the trek  and then you can do sightseeing in Kathmandu Valley. sightseeing area are suggest world heritage sight such as Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhanath Stupa. Kathmandu Durbar Square. after your sightseeing you will return the Hotel and have dinner nice sleep ready for early in the morning for next day flight to Lukla

Note That this kathmandu sight seeing tour is extra if you like to do this tour please talked with our trek manager  

  • B.B
  • Hotel
  • Kathmandu
  • 1340

Today in the morning after breakfast you will fly for Lukla which is 2804m high. The domestic airlines take around 35 minutes to reach Lukla airport. The Lukla airport has named by Tenzing-Hillary Airport. In Lukla we take some time to meet our crew and manage the baggage. Through the Lukla village we start our adventurous journey to Phakding which lies at an altitude of 2610m. The never seen vegetations, dramatic hillside in the way through Dudh Koshi add you inspiration in trekking of Gokyo lake trek. Until we reach to Phakding you can see the various long old monasteries placed on the beautiful village and the way. In this day we will manage breakfast, lunch and dinner according to calendar.

  • B.L.D.
  • Hotel
  • Phakding
  • 2804

After taking breakfast we start our trek with partners and friends. The way is little different than trek Lukla to Phakding, Somewhere we walk uphill and somewhere downhill. The interesting thing is we cross Dudh Koshi time and again. On the way we reach on the beautiful Benkar village, views Mt. Thamserku gives you happiness. In continues walking, we ascend at Monjo, which is the entrance of Sagarmatha National park. At Monjo the official keep your trekking records by checking your permits. We should walk more to reach Namche Bazaar through Jorsale. Mt. Everest, Mt. Lhotse, Tawache, Kusum Kangaru are the major views of mountain which can be seen in this route. After walking 5/6 hours from Phakding we can reach to the colorful beautiful village Namche Bazaar. Overnight at Namche bazaar (3440m.) with B,L,D.

  • B.L.D
  • Hotel
  • Namche Bazar
  • 3440

Namche Bazaar is the gateway of the Khumbu region. At Namche bazaar, we will spend two night in Namche Bazaar. According to health experts and High attuited doctors we most stay two night for acclimatization. during the day you can visit to shyangboche Everest view hotel Khumjung and Khunde village aswell .or you can can visit Thame which is a day hike from Namche. Namche Bazaar is the entrance of the whole Khumbu region that’s why it is well well-facilitated city. You can get government offices, internet, ATMs, shops, bakeries, restaurants etc. You also get a chance to visit the Tourist visitor center in Namche Bazaar, the representative take you there. Information about various mountains their characteristics, the vegetation available in high mountains, information about Sagarmatha National Park, and the wildlife and birds available in national parks also can be found. On acclimatization day you can also visit the Hillary school. In Namche Bazaar Beyond the Limits, Treks & Expedition provides you with breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

  • B.L.D
  • Hotel
  • Namche Bazaar
  • 3440

After having breakfast in Namche we start our trek in a romantic mood to Dole Village with the close-up views of Thamserku and Mt. Everest, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, and other magnificent views of hidden Himalayas. By seeing wild animals like Himalayan thar and deer we reached the junction of Everest base camp and Gokyo valley, named Sansa. We cross the Mongla and pass the best viewpoint for Phortse village from where we can view the superb views of Thamserku, Ama Dablam, and Mt. Khumbila. We go ahead down to Phorse Tenga and climb up to the dole. overnight to Lodge (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

  • B.L.D
  • Hotel
  • Phortse Thangna
  • 3680

Today we start our trek after breakfast. On the way, you can see the unbeatable scene of various flora and fauna as well as wild creature with unexpected encounter. Ups and down and cross the many suspension bridges on the Dudh Koshi will be usual for you. Viewing of various mountains like Kantega, Cho Oyu, Thamserku add inspiration to your trekking. Superb views of surrounded snowy hill make your journey of Dole feels short and interesting. You can see continues flowing of Dudh Koshi from the middle of the beautiful village. This village Machhermo not only give you the ancient picture of early Khumbuwan people but also chance to see the local culture and heritage. If you feel hesitated because of physical sickness, you can check up your problem in Himalayan Rescue Hospital in Machhermo. When we reach Mochhermo, our targeted trekking hour will be finished. You will stay overnight in Machhermo and the management of living, dining and breakfast will manage by representative of trekhimalayan.com.

  • B.L.D
  • Hotel
  • Machherma
  • 4470

Today, our attraction will be Chorten. You can see the northern part of Cho Oyu and Mr Thamserku as well as down of Gokyo valley. After some walk we reach Pangka (4480m.) and trek through the terminal moraine of the Ngozumpa Glacier. We can see the Lama footprints on a stone after passing the first lake of Gokyo valley, Longpongo. Likewise we can pass the second lake named Taboche Tsho, which is interesting. The surging stream links the third lake named Gokyo cho. Gokyo village is situated on the northern shore of Dudh Pokhari. We will busy on to explore the village and other adventurous place, lake and scene.

  • B.L.D
  • Hotel
  • Gokyo
  • 4790

Today is acclimatization day but we can hike Gokyo –Ri if you are interested. Gokyo Ri is the most high altitude of our trekking package. Gokyo Ri is near about 700 meters high than Gokyo village. Today we hike to Gokyo-Ri and back to the Gokyo village in evening.

  • B.L.D
  • Hotel
  • Gokyo
  • 5482

Today is easy day after break fast you will leave for thangna crossing over ghyajung khang glacier .

  • hotel
  • Thangna
  • 4700

Today we start our trek to Dzongla which is around 500 meters down from Gokyo Ri. But on the way we cross the Cho La Pass which is very much interesting as well as difficult. Not only Cho La Pass but also we cross the interesting destination of Gokyo lake and Everest base camp trek, Thaknak. Today we walk little more than other days, the way pass through Cho La Pass is steep and full of snow that’s why it takes more time. Our trek goes to the Phedi. The vary trail is surrounded by Ama Dablam, Bauruntse and Lobuche and other Himalaya range. You aill be happy by the magnificent views of snowy peaks Ama Dablam, Lobuche, Cholatse etc. overnight at Dzongla.

  • Hotel
  • Dzongla
  • 5367

We continue our trekking through walking gradually down. You are lucky because we have short trekking day. We have more time to see the superb views and vegetation there about. We cross the bridge on the way and lead to the Lobuche with the same views of Aba Dablam, Thamrserku and Kangtega etc. And finally reach Lobuche by crossing curb way. (B. L. D)

  • B.L.D
  • Hotel
  • 4930
  • Lobuche

This day we ascend up in the rocky moraine path enjoying the view of the icy pond and icebergs of the Khumbu glacier and finally descend to Gorekshep. You get chance of a glance of the north face of Mt. Everest. Your eyes try to catch not only Everest but also Nuptse, Khumbutse, Lingtern, Pumori and more. There we take launch and head to Everest Base camp. This day we full fill our dream of reaching the Foot of the World highest Mt. Everest. We spend for some time there enjoying the view of the surrounding mountains and finally return back to Gorekshep.

  • Hotel
  • Gorekshep
  • 5180

Early in the morning, we hike to Kala Patthar, the perfect vantage point to view Mt. Everest. From there we observe the panoramic view of Mt. Everest and other mountains of the Khumbu region like Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Pumori, Mt. Ama Dablam, Mt. Khumbetse, Mt. Nuptse, Mt. Thamserku, etc. we take a picture of the scene. The views of sunset and sunrise from Kala Patthar are splendid. Then we return back to Gorekshep. There we take a lunch and then return back to Phiriche.

  • Hotel
  • Phiriche
  • 4371 meters

Have Breakfast in the morning and start the descent to Namche Bazar. The trail is the same as you have walked up. We will exit Imja Valley pass by Tengboche village and reach back to Namche Bazar. Overnight stay at the lodge.

  • B. L. D
  • Hotel
  • Tyngboche
  • 3440

Today also we will busy on downhill from Namche bazaar. Crossing the suspension bridge over the Dudh Koshi River we pass the rhododendron forest, snowy mountains and pine forest. Gradually our walking speed and the shaky legs can work properly. Not only Namche bazaar but also you can see the various monasteries, Gompas, Sherpas culture and their lifestyle I the route of Lukla from Namche. Overnight at Lukla.

  • Hotel
  • Lukla
  • 2804

Normally, the flight from Lukla to Kathmandu schedule for morning. But we can’t announce that the fix time of flight. It is depends on whether. Sometimes it may delay in its flight or you should wait the whole day in Lukla. After 45 minute fly from Lukla you will be able to arrival to International airport. From domestic flight you can see the many more scene and vegetation as well as forests. After arriving Kathmandu you can join the same hotel which we have already booked.

  • B.B.
  • hotel
  • Kathmandu
  • 1340

What's Included

Included

  • Pick up from Airport on your arrival Day
  • 3 night hotel in kathmandu tourist class hotel
  • A Trekking guide
  • Assistance guide (depending on group size)
  • One porter between two pax
  • Accommodation in Twin Sharing bed basis in trekking trails during trekking
  • Daily freshly cooked meals three times a day( Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)
  • Everest National Park Permit
  • TIms Trekking permit
  • Airport tax
  • All transportation
  • Your round trip flight to & from Lukla
  • Round trip flight for guide and Assistance guide
  • Insurance & equipments to guides & Porters
  • Emergency rescue service arranging. (it will be working your travel insurance and medical insurance)
  • Drop to Airport on your departure day

Not Included

  • International airfare
  • Nepal visa fees
  • All drinks( Hot/cold/Alcoholic on the mountain)
  • Personal Nature eixpenses
  • Travel Insurance
  • Emergency evacuation cost if rescue necessary
  • Nepal Visa Fee( Can be received on your arrival day in Kathmandu Airport by paying 30US$)
  • If more than a 3-night hotel in Kathmandu
  • Meals in Kathmandu
  • Hot shower during the trek
  • All chargeable batteries, camera
  • Tax and Donation in mountain
  • Temple and Monastery fee in Kathmandu
  • Tips for guide and porters