Gokyo Valley Everest Base Camp Trek
The Gokyo Valley Everest Base Camp Trek is one of the famous Everest Base Camp (EBC) Trek routes, known as the Gokyo Chola Pass Trek. Explore the appealing Everest region that covers the turquoise Gokyo Lakes before reaching the Everest Base Camp and Kalapathar. Making one of the leading adventure destinations in the world, the Everest Base Camp Via Chola Pass is an iconic package for those wanting to explore a detour and add some interesting landscape along with the Everest Base Camp Trek. There are numerous packages with various itineraries available to conquer the dream trip to EBC. Among them, the Chola Pass Everest Base Camp Trek is a fascinating journey through scenic trails and presents magnificent mountain vistas, including Everest, Makalu, Cho Oyo, Lhoste, and others from Gokyo Ri (5357m) and Chola Pass (5420m). Probably, the view you can witness from the Gokyo ri is not possible from anywhere else. Therefore, if you are planning theEverest Base Camp Trek and to explore the uncovered scenery of the Everest region within your EBC Trek, do not forget to undertake the Gokyo Valley Everest Base Camp 17 Days Package. It is a specially designed itinerary that provides an opportunity to explore the Charming Sherpa Villages and monasteries, the flora and fauna of various climates, eye-popping mountains and glacier views, and many more. Come and book the Everest Base Camp Trek Via Chola Pass with Himalayan Trekking Path and enjoy a lifetime journey with authenticity. As the leading local trip planner, Himalayan Trekking Path provides top-notch service at a reasonable cost.
Highlights of Gokyo Chola Pass Trek
- Scenic and thrilling flight between Kathmandu and Lukla
- Hillary Bridge, Sagarmatha National Park, and Sherpa Museum
- Explore charming Sherpa villages, Monasteries, and the rich Sherpa culture
- Unique landscape and various climates, Glacires and Glacires rivers
- Discover the 8th wonder of the planet, Mt. Everest (8848.86m), the world's Highest Mountain..
- Namche, the Sherpa’s Capital, Everest View Hotel Hike for Aerial Views
- Gokyo Lakes, the six main Lakes of nineteen separate lakes
- Witness the finest mountain views from Gokyo ri (53567m), which includes Everest, Cho Oyo, Makalu, Lhotse, and many others.
- Vast Flora and Fauna of the Khumbu region
- Chola Pass (5420m), one of the popular passes of the Three Pass Trek
- Gorakshep, the last shelter of the Everest Base Camp trek
- Everest Base Camp (5364m) and witness the mysterious Khumbu Glaciers
- Kalapathar (5545m) hike for the morning, glorious views of the Mt. Everest and others surrounding.
17 Days Everest Base Camp Trek Via Chola Pass Itinerary
The most thrilling and enchanting Everest Base Camp Trek via Chola Pass is an ideal route to explore the least explored tranquil abstinence of the Khumbu region. The most iconic and authentic itinerary of the Gokyo Valley Everest Base Camp is the 17-day package that includes from arrival to departure. Commence the journey with the scenic flight from Kathmandu or Ramechhap to Lukla, the classic gateway to the entire Khumbu region. The aerial flight presents a lifetime memory filled with the glimpse of the mountains, lush green valleys, landscapes, and breathtaking scenery. Embark on the Everest Base Camp Trek via the Gokyo Valley Trek route, follow the ancient trail from Lukla, and then head to Gokyo Lake, passing through the charming Sherpa villages, chortens, and Monasteries, and marvel at the picturesque landscape, the Majestic Mountains, and Ngozumpa Glacier, Nepal’s largest glacier. There are ample acclimatization days before reaching the Gokyo Valley. Stay two nights in Namche to explore the Sherpa’s Capital and acclimatize hike to Everest View Hotel for the aerial mountain view including Ama Dablam, Everest, Lhoste, Taboche, Thamserku, and others.
Similarly, you will stay in the Gokyo Valley and hike to Gokyo Ri (5357m) for both acclimatization and the finest glimpse of the four world’s highest mountains, including Mt. Everest, Mt. Makalu, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Cho Oyo, and other 6000 to 8000m peaks. Summit the Chola Pass (5420m), one of the famous high passes of the Everest Three Pass trek. It serves as the bridge that connects the two distinct trek routes, the Gokyo Valley Trek and the Everest Base Camp Trek. The tranquil trail meets the Classic EBC trek route in Lobuche and then continues the trek to Gorakshep. Then hike to Everest Base Camp (5364m) and Kalapathar (5545m) for the best views of the Khumbu Ice falls, the mountain, and the glaciers. Capture the captivating moments and quench your thirst for adventure with delights and return to Lukla via Pheriche, the Namche trail. Leaving Lukla for Kathmandu with experiences and memories along with imagination.
Everest Base Camp Trek Routes
Mt. Everest is the world’s Highest Mountain, standing at 8848.86m above sea level. It is shared by the border to Nepal and Tibet, the autonomous region of China. It is a magnet for adventure lovers from across the world. The South Base Camp of Mount Everest is located in Nepal’s Khumbu region, which is renowned for its trekking and climbing destinations. The foothills of the Everest are the ultimate destination of the Everest Base Camp Trek and the starting point of the Everest Expedition. Edmund Hillary, a New Zealander, and Tenzing Norgay, a Sherpa, on May 29, 1953, were the first successful climbers of Mt. Everest. Mount Everest holds numerous records, including most ascents by Kami Rita Sherpa (30 times),oldest summiteer Yuichiro Miura (80 years old), and the first woman to summit, Junko Tabei, and many more ongoing.
Everest Base Camp Trek is one of the world’s famous trekking routes that provides life-changing experiences that bring you to the foothills of the Everest, You will reach the base camp without climbing and expedition. Some famous trekking routes and packages are available to satisfy the adventure wanderlust on the journey to the Everest Base Camp (5364m). They are the Classical Everest Base Camp Trek, Chola Pass Everest Base Camp Trek, Three Pass Trek, Everest Base Camp Trek return by Heli, and many more. Kalapathar is the highest point of the Everest Base Camp, standing at 5545m above sea level, and it is the must-do destination for the panoramic views of Everest and other peaks and glaciers. Book the Everest region treks with us and enjoy a hassle-free package and itinerary at a reasonable cost.
How do you reach from Namche to Gokyo Lake?
Namche is a vibrant Sherpa’s Capital offering the complete experience of traditional culture and myth of the Sherpa people and wonderful natural beauty. Commence the trip to Gokyo Valley along the Everest Base Camp Trek route to Khumjung (3,790m), then follow a separate trail from the Everest Base Camp route and head to the Gokyo Valley Trail. It takes 3 days from Namche Bazar to Gokyo Lakes (4800m) via Phorte Thanga (3680m) and Machhermo (4477m). This trail is isolated, tranquil, and scenic compared to the Classic Everest Base Camp Trek. Therefore, if you want to follow the less spoiled path of the Khumbu region to do Everest Base Camp, choose the Gokyo Lake Chola Pass Trek, which provides better views of the mountains, including Everest, and Nepal’s largest glacier, Ngozumpa Glacier, and 19 separate lakes.
How long does it take to get to Gokyo ri from Gokyo?
Most probably, Gokyo Ri (5357m) is the finest viewpoint of the world’s highest mountain, including Mt. Everest (8848.86m), Makalu, Lhotse, and Cho Oyo. Moreover, you will have panoramic views of the pristine turquoise Lakes, mountains (6000 to 8000m), Glaciers, and picturesque landscapes. Therefore, most of the visitors hike to Gokyo Ri for acclimatization and breathtaking views that have never been experienced before. The hike from Gokyo to Gokyo Ri takes about 2 to 3 hours, depending on your pace. Descending from Gokyo Ri to Gokyo Valley takes approximately 2 hours because going downhill is much easier than going uphill. The distance between Gokyo and Gokyo ri is 2.5 km, and the round trip is about 5 km. Come and explore the Gokyo ri for captivating views.
How difficult is the Gokyo Chola Pass Trek?
The journey of the Gokyo Chola Pass Trek is challenging and demanding due to its rugged terrain, glaciers, thin Air, and high elevation. The trek starts at Lukla (2860m) and brings you above 5000m within a 6 to 7-day trip. You will reach Gokyo ri (5367m), Chola Pass (5420m), Everest Base Camp (5364m), and Kalapathar (5545m) along the rocky and moraine-covered path. However, the scenery of the trail is rewarding and motivating. While you are at a high elevation, the views are even much better. This trek requires physical fitness, good health, and adequate acclimatization, which are crucial for an enjoyable trip. We suggest that you focus on cardiovascular-related activities before participating in the trek. If you have good health and physical fitness, this is the best trek for both novice and seasoned trekkers.
Gokyo Valley Everest Base Camp Trek Cost for 2025-2026!
The cost of the Gokyo Valley Everest Base Camp Trek starts at USD 1400 and goes up to USD 1700 per person, depending on the group size. As our 17-day Gokyo Chola Pass Trek Itinerary and Package, you will get various costs according to the number of travelers. Moreover, the cost depends on the services, group size, duration, and what is covered in the package. Therefore, the local trip planners at Himalayan Trekking Path created a well-packaged version of the Gokyo Chola EBC Trek where you get comprehensive service that includes transportation, an Accommodation guide, porter, meals in the mountains, permits, and flight between Kathmandu and Lukla as per the included and excluded section. Please check the service to see what is mentioned through the included and excluded sections on the Gokyo Valley Everest Base Camp Trek package.
Here is the breakdown of the cost details of the Gokyo Chola EBC Trek for 2025 to 2026. Book the Gokyo Valley Chola Pass Trek with Himalayan Trekking Path Pvt. Ltd for the authentic experience and comprehensive package at a reasonable cost, where service, safety, and guest satisfaction are always priorities. Book now for the memorable and hassle-free trek in the Himalayas.
- The cost of the Gokyo Valley Everest Base Camp Trek is 1700$ for solo
- While you are travelling in a small group, the cost of the Gokyo Chola Pass Trek is 1600$ per person
- Big group gets better offers. For a group of 7 to 10 members, the cost of the Gokyo Chola Everest Base Camp Trek is 1400 $ per person.