Everest Base Camp and Gokyo Valley via Chola Pass

Everest Base Camp is one of the most popular treks in the Himilayas.  The trek begins with a flight to Lukla (elevation 2800 meters 9200 feet). From Lukla we proceed to Khumbu Valley via Namche Bazaar the most important Solu Khumbu Market town, complete with internet cafe and a German Bakery.  The next stop is Tengboche where we will find the largest  Buddhist monastery in the region.  Mountain climbers often stop to receive the blessing of the Lama before proceeding to Everest. We reach Everest base camp (5400m./17712 ft.) and Kalapattar (5500m/19040ft), both of which are ultimate destinations for treks in the Everest Region. We pass the villages of Tengboche, Pangoche, Dingboche, Loboche, the homes of well-known sherpa mountaineers.  Several side hikes can be made from these villages to appreciate stunning views.

The route proceeds from Khumbu over the Cho-La pass (5500m./189409ft.) to the Gokyo Valley, another marvelous trekking destination. We will stay in the little seasonal village of Gokyo.  We can hike to several places from there: the glacier, the ice lakes,  the Cho Oyu base camp, and Gokyo Peak (5400m./17712ft.)  The breathtaking 360 degree view from Gokyo Peak includes  Mt. Everest, Cho Oyu and many others,  making this little trekking peak one of the most visited spots in the Everest region.  We return following the lower section of the valley to Khumjung , the largest Sherpa settlement.  Then we pass back through Namche Bazaar on our way to Lukla for our return flight to Kathmandu.

Trip Length:                      19 Days (Kathmandu to Kathmandu)
Trekking Days:                  16  Days
Trekking Grade:                Moderate to very strenuous

Maximum Elevation:         5500mtr / 18040ftMode of Accommodation:  Teahouse
Trip Cost for 2010 / 2011:   US $ 1680.00 payable in Euro, Australian Dollar or Pound

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