Day 3
Lukla
Fly to Lukla and trek in
Fly to Lukla and trek in.
NepaltrekkingEverest Region
The Gokyo Ri, Cho La Pass & Everest Base Camp Trek
For trekkers who want more than the standard Everest line, this route layers glacial lakes, a major pass, and several of the Khumbu’s defining viewpoints into one longer journey. It rewards fitness and patience with a richer, more varied reading of the region.
Duration
21 days
Difficulty
Hard
Best Season
March to May and mid-September to November
Max Elevation
5,550 m
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Highlights
Gokyo Lakes, Gokyo Ri, Cho La Pass, and Everest Base Camp together
A more layered Khumbu circuit for trekkers who value variety as much as altitude
One of Nepal’s most rewarding runs of major mountain viewpoints
Itinerary
Route outline
A measured day-by-day read of how the journey unfolds on the ground.
Day 9
Gokyo
Reach Gokyo
Reach Gokyo.
Day 10
Gokyo Ri
Climb Gokyo Ri
Climb Gokyo Ri.
Day 12
Cho La
Cross Cho La Pass
Cross Cho La Pass.
Day 15
EBC
Everest Base Camp day
Everest Base Camp day, with time in EBC.
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