Kathmandu to Lukla

EVEREST GOKYO CHOLA LA TREK

Overview

This trek gives you the grand tour of the famous Khumbu area. This is a strenuous trek leading to Gokyo Lake and over the Cho La Pass at 5330m leading into the Khumbu valley above Lobuje. The trail continues up to Kalapattar and then back to Lukla via Thengboche and Namche Bazaar.

With eight of the world’s ten highest peaks, Nepal is loaded with spectacular mountains vistas. Trekking in the Everest area is an awesome experience, not only for its proximity to the world’s highest mountain but also for its friendly Sherpa people, picturesque villages, great variety of cultures and traditions, colourful festivals and monasteries. The flora and fauna are other ornaments of the Sagarmatha National Park. The story of the yeti is still a mystery and the legend lives on in the Khumbu.

Strenuous trekking is continuously rewarded with dramatic Himalayan scenes, including four of the world’s eight highest peaks: Cho Oyu (8201m), Makalu (8463m), Lhotse (8516 m) and Everest (8850m). Breathtaking mountain vistas are complemented by visits to Sherpa villages, homes and monasteries offering you an insight into the quiet but, culturally vibrant Sherpa way of life.

The following itinery is a suggested outline for a trek which covers the highlights of the Khumbu and the most visited places. Details may vary according to personal taste and time schedule. The schedule caters for tea house trekking, expedition style trekking where porters carry your tent and food, or a combination of both.Critcally important though is to follow a proper acclimatisation process. This is so often hurried with dire consequences. This is a high altitude trek with considerable time sleeping at high altitudes.

After a few days of rest and sightseeing in Kathmandu you are ready to embark on the journey.

Itinerary

Arrival in Kathmandu airport:

Arrival in Kathmandu airport (1345 meters). There you will be met by our Airport Representative and transferred to hotel by private tourist vehicle. Overnight at hotel at 3 stars level, inclusive breakfast.

An early morning to Lukla:

An early morning to Lukla from Kathmandu and trek to Phakding (2610mtrs / 8563ft). Flight 30 minutes and walking 3 hours. O/N at guest house. [B L D Plan].

Trek to Namche Bazaar:

Trek to Namche Bazaar (3440m / 11286ft). walking 5:30 hours. O/N at guest house. [B L D Plan].

Acclimatization day at Namche Bazzar:

Acclimatization day at Namche Bazzar. walking 5 hours, O/N at guest house. [B L D Plan].

Trek to Tengboche:

Trek to Tengboche (3860m / 12664ft) walking 5 hours. O/N at guest house. [B L D Plan].

Trek to Dingboche:

Trek to Dingboche (4410m / 14468ft). walking 5:30 hours, O/N at guest house. [B L D Plan].

Acclimatization day at Dinbuche:

Acclimatization day at Dinbuche. walking 4:25 hours, O/N at guest house. [B L D Plan].

Trek to Lobuje:

Trek to Lobuje (4910m / 16108ft). walking 5:30 hours, O/N at guest house. [B L D Plan].

Trek to Everest Base Camp:

Trek to Everest Base Camp (5363m/17595ft) and back to Gorekshep(5153m/16906ft). walking 7:30 hours, O/N at guest house. [B L D Plan].

Hiking up Kalapathar:

Hiking up Kalapathar (5545m / 18192ft) and overnight at Zongla (4710m / 15453ft). Walking 6 hours. O/N at guest house. [B L D Plan].

Trek to Thagna:

Trek to Thagna(4500m/14764ft) via the Chola-la cross(5420m/17782ft). Walking 7:30 hours, O/N at guest house. [B L D Plan].

Trek to Gokyo:

Trek to Gokyo (4790m/15715ft). walking 4:30 hours, O/N at guest house. [B L D Plan].

Hiking upto Gokyo Ri:

Hiking upto Gokyo Ri (5483m/1983ft) and trek down Marhhermo((4,480m/14,246ft) walking 7:30 hours, O/N at guest house. [B L D Plan].

Trek to Namche Bazaar :

Trek to Namche Bazaar (3440m/11286ft). Walking 5 hours, O/N at guest house. [B L D Plan].

Trek down to Lukla:

Trek down to Lukla (2804m/8490ft) walking 6:30 hours, O/N at guest house. [B L D Plan].

An early morning flight back to Kathmandu:

An early morning flight back to Kathmandu from Lukla and transfer to the hotel at 3 stars level, inclusive breakfast. Flight time 30 minutes. O/N at hotel.

End of trip:

After breakfast, the trip ends, our Airport Representative will drop you to the Kathmandu international airport for your final flight departure from Nepal.

Include

  • Private A/C transportation including airport transfer
  • 02 Night Accomodation in Kathmandu Double/Twin sharing basis with breakfast
  • 14 Nights accomdation in Normal tea house breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
  • Return domestic airfare with taxes (Kathmandu – Lukla – Kathmandu)
  • Meals as per itinerary
  • English speaking trekking guide (Assistant guide included for 5 above pax)
  • Porter (1 porter to every 2 trekkers)
  • Insurance for trekking crew
  • Normal Tea house accommodation
  • Trek permit and national park fees
  • 1 Trekking Map per trekker (provided in Nepal)

Exclusions

  • Nepal visa (apply upon arrival)
  • International Air tickets
  • Travel insurance
  • Alcoholic and other beverages
  • Personal & trek expenses (including hot shower, drinking water, battery charging)
  • Liabilities of loss, theft and damages
  • Tips
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A$ 2591.8/-

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