Gokyo EBC chola pass Trek

Gokyo kalapathar Departure Date: 10/03/2012-28/03/2012

This trek is ideal for those with less time but who want good views of Mt. Everest. It provides a good insight into Sherpa culture without being too strenuous for high altitude trekking. Our destination is up to the village of Tengboche with its famous monastery where we have time to soak up the atmosphere along with some tremendous views of the beautiful peak of Ama Dablam. There are two points on this trek where there are good views of Everest. The first is on the way to Namche and there Are also excellent views from Tengboche.

Trip profile:

Length of trip:19 days

Grade: Easy to Moderate

Highest Alt: 3850m

Type of trek: Tea house/ Camping

Itinerary in Details with date :

10/03/2012 Arrive in KTM check in hotel

11/03/2012 Prepare for next day

12/03/2012 KTM-LUKLA by flight and trek to Phakding

13/03/2012 Phakding- Namche

14/03/2012 Acclimatization day

15/03/2012 Namche- Dole

16/03/2012 Dole-Machharmo

17/03/2012 Acclimatization day

18/03/2012 Machharmo- Gokyo

19/03/2012 Goryo Ri and Thag na

20/03/2012 Thag na – Zongla via Chola pass

21/03/2012 Zongla- Labuche

22/03/2012 Labuche- Goraksep and explore to EBC

23/03/2012 Goraksep- Kalapathhar- Pheriche

24/03/2012 Pheriche- Tyanboche

25/03/2012 Tyanboche- Khumjung

26/03/2012 Khumjung- Manzo

27/03/2012 Manzo- Lukla

28/03/2012 Lukla- KTM by flight

Price US$1495 per person

Services we include:-

•  Pick up & drop off at arrival and departure to/from Kathmandu Airport.
•  Three nights Hotel accommodation in Kathmandu with breakfast
•  Guide (one guide for one group)
•  Porter (one porter in between two people]
•  Trekking Entry permit
•  TIMS (Trekkers Information Management System)
•  Flight for you, for guide including airport departure tax
•  Breakfast, lunch & dinner during trek
•  Accommodation during the trek
•  Road transportation
•  Insurance for guide & porter that includes their emergency rescue
•  Necessary equipment for guide & porter
•  Emergency rescue arrangement (Makes sure your insurance will cover it)
•  First aid kits

Services not included in the price:-

•  Tips
•  Meals in Kathmandu
•  Hotel for more than three nights in Kathmandu
•  Alcohol and any drinks on trek (including bottled water)
•  Hot shower and washing
•  All expenses of a personal nature e.g. toilet paper, medicines, confectionary etc
•  Nepal entry visa fee

On Trek

Normally you will walk about 5-6 hrs a day. You will have plenty of time to stop for refreshments. Our guide will be there to assist you every step of the way during your trek. Your meals will be provided in teahouses according to your choice. Your guide will take your order from the menu and check in the kitchen that everything is fresh and well cooked. For accommodation you will be provided with a double room. Your guide will also act as your interpreter and be able explain about our culture and traditions and any other queries you may have. Our guides are well versed in English and their main duty is to help you in any way at all times. Our porter will be well equipped and insured. We want to you to feel safe and taken care of so that your trek is as enjoyable as possible.

Other Relevant Information

Nepal visa :

Tourist Visa for visiting Nepal for 30 days can be obtained from the Nepalese Embassy in your country or from the Immigration Counter at Nepal Entry Points (like Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu) on payment of US $ 40.00 (you will also need a passport size photograph).

Essentials you should bring:

•  Good and comfortable trekking boots that are well worn in.
•  Warm socks for evening as well as light trekking socks for walking.
•  Warm clothes for the morning and evening.
•  Toiletries and medical kit.
•  Couple of T-shirts and light trousers/shorts for the day.
•  Sun hat and warm hat
•  Sandals for evening.
•  Sunglasses.
•  Flash light or head torch.
•  Swimming costumes
•  Suntan lotion
•  Small towel
•  Warm sleeping bag

How to Book the service:

Having decided on your trek, 30% of the total Trek fee should be sent in advance. Details will be provided as to how you can do that.

How to pay the rest of amount

Final payment can be made on your arrival with US $travellers cheques, US$ cash or Visa/Mastercard credit card ( note: paying by credit card incurs a 4% bank charge in Nepal).