A longer Everest trek that takes in both Everest Base Camp and the Gokyo Lakes.
18 days5,545 m high pointExpedition
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About the route
A longer Khumbu line that joins the classic base camp route with the quieter Gokyo lake system. The last stop marked on the map is Renjo La, at 5,360 m.
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Renjo La · 5,360 m
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Day-by-day itinerary
Sample stages from a partner operator's published itinerary for this trek. Ask us for the full day-by-day plan.
Day 1 · 45 min flight 4 hrs walk · 50 kms flight 8 kms walk
↑ 1410m ascent
A spectacular 30-minute flight gives us the first view of the mountains. An easy 4-hour walk through alpine forest and along the Dudh Koshi river takes us to Phakding, our first destination.
Day 2 · 5 ½ hrs walk · 11 kms walk
↑ 830m ascent
This day we walk to Namche Bazaar (3440 m), the main centre of the Solu Khumbu region. The walk is about 4 to 5 hours and includes some steady climbing. Also this day we walk through alpine forest and we might spot pheasants, the national bird of Nepal.
Day 3 · 6 hrs walk · 8 kms walk
↑ 340m ascent / 340m Descent
Acclimatization day in Namche Bazaar. We walk up to Syangboche and Khumjung (3780 m) where we have our first view of Ama Dablam and Mt. Everest. A visit can be brought to the Hillary School and the hospital in Khunde.
Day 4 · 7 hrs walk · 8 kms walk
↑ 420m ascent
Today Tengboche (3860 m) is our destination. A gradual walk takes us to Tesing (3380 m) where we have lunch followed by a 2-hour climb. We walk through juniper and rhododendron forest and there is a possibility we see a group of tahr (Himalayan goat). In the afternoon we visit the famous gompa (Buddhist monastery) where we can attend the chanting ceremony of the monks.
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Based on a partner operator's listing, “Everest Base Camp & Gokyo Lake”, last updated Mar 5, 2024.
