The ultimate challenge is the trek across Cho La Pass (5,420m), which takes 18-21 days and covers both the Gokyo Lake area and the Everest Base Camp. There are some short and interesting "climbs" of Gokyo Ri, Chukkung Ri and Kalapatthar for the classic views of icefalls and glaciers of Mahalangur Himalayan range which comprises of five major 8000+ m. peaks - Everest, Cho O Yu, Lhotse, Lhotse Shar and Makalu.
Gokyo & Kalapathar via Cho La pass itinerary, one of Nepal's most famous treks to the Khumbu Mountains & Sherpa country. After a magnificent mountain flight to Lukla we follow the Dudh Kosi valley to Namche Bazaar. The trail to Gokyo is a gradual ascent up the valley passing through patches of birch and rhododendron forest where the elusive musk deer can sometimes be seen. Through small yak-grazing settlements we reach the Gokyo lakes where we climb the Gokyo Peak (5480m) and enjoy stunning summit mountain scenery including Everest, Makalu and Cho Oyo. After the Cho La pass, we reach Dzongla. The views of Ama Dablam and Taweche are spectacular. After the Zhongla ascent, we continue towards Gorak Shep and climb to Kala Pattar (5545m) from where we enjoy an impressive up-close view of Everest. Our return route passes through Tengboche, a magnificent location with a fascinating monastery, where we rest and savor the incredible scenery, including magnificent views of Everest, Ama Dablam (6856m), Kantega (6809m), Kwangde (6194m), Nuptse (7879m), Lhotse (8511m) and many more… Clients carry daypack only and walk at their own pace. Walking hours will be about 6-7hr a day. This 16 day Everest trek has everything: the incredible mountain views from Chukung, Kala Pathar and Gokyo Ri. Popularly known as "The Ultimate Trek," it includes all that the Khumbu has to offer including the fascinating villages and Tibetan Buddhist monasteries and the culture and hospitality of the Sherpa people, who will surely? Win your hearts. After starting with a flight to Lukla 2,805m.we trek up to Kala Pathar view point 5,550m.and then veer off the main trail to cross the Cho La pass 5,422m.into the Gokyo Valley. To top off this unique trek we climb Gokyo Ri 5,488m for a panoramic view of the greatest mountain scenery in the world - including five 8000 m. giants and myriad other peaks of the Khumbu Himal.
Moderate to rigorous trekking from 2,805m. To 4,940m. With one pass crossing of 5,422m. And day hikes up to 5545m. Accommodations in comfortable lodges run by Sherpa families. The trek starts with a flight from Kathmandu and includes all meals, services of experienced Sherpa trek guide and porters to carry luggage. Clients carry daypack only and walk at their own pace.
Arrival Kathmandu. Height: 1300m Meet with our representative at the airport. Drive to hotel.
Kathmandu Duration: 4hrs Height: 1300m Sight seen around Kathmandu. On hotel
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