This 20-day Everest base camp treks 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/9,200ft) we trek up to Kala Pathar view point (5,550m/18,200ft) and then veer off the main trail to cross the Cho La pass (5,422m/17,783ft) into the Gokyo Valley. To top off this unique trek we climb Gokyo Ri (5,488m/18,000ft) for a panoramic view of the greatest mountain scenery in the world - including five 8000+m/26,000+ft giants and myrid other peaks of the Khumbu Himal.
Moderate to strenuous trekking from 2,805m (9,200ft) to 4,940m (16,200ft) with one pass crossing of 5,422m (17,783ft) and day hikes up to 5550m (18,200ft). Accommodation 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 a light day-pack only and walk at their own pace.
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TREK DATES - 2013 (ex Kathmandu)
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| 19 March-07 April, 2013 | 19 September-08 October, 2013 |
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09-28 April, 2013
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09-28 October, 2013
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28 April-17 May, 2013
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21 October-09 November, 2013 |
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09-28 May, 2013
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09-28 November, 2013
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| 19 May-08 June, 2013 | |
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Private treks are available on request.
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TREK DATES - 2014 (ex Kathmandu)
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| 19 March-07 April, 2014 | 19 September-08 October, 2014 |
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09-28 April, 2014
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09-28 October, 2014
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28 April-17 May, 2014
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21 October-09 November, 2014 |
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09-28 May, 2014
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09-28 November, 2014
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| 19 May-08 June, 2014 | |
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Private treks are available on request.
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| ITINERARY for Gokyo & Everest Base Camp Trek | |
| Day 01 | Fly Kathmandu to Lukla. Trek to Phakding. |
| Day 02 | Trek to Namche Bazaar. |
| Day 03 | Acclimatization day. Optional hikes around Namche. |
| Day 04 | Trek to Thame village. |
| Day 05 | Trek to Khunde-Khumjung village. |
| Day 06 | Trek to Thyangboche monastery. |
| Day 07 | Trek to Dingboche village. |
| Day 08 | Acclimatization day. Optional hike to Chukung. |
| Day 09 | Trek to Thukla and continue to Lobuche. |
| Day 10 | Trek up the Khumbu Glacier to Everest Base Camp. Overnight at Gorakshep |
| Day 11 | Morning climb to Kala Pathar Everest View Point. Afternoon trek to Lobuche. |
| Day 12 | Trek to Dzongla below Cho La pass. |
| Day 13 | Trek over Cho La pass to Dragnag. |
| Day 14 | Trek across Nozumpa Glacier to Gokyo Lake. |
| Day 15 | Climb to Gokyo Ri Peak for Everest views. |
| Day 16 | Trek down the valley to Dole. |
| Day 17 | Trek to Namche Bazaar. |
| Day 18 | Trek back down the Dud Koshi Valley to Monjo. |
| Day 19 | Continue trek to Lukla airport. |
| Day 20 | Fly Lukla to Kathmandu. End of Trek |
