Cho La Pass & Everest Base Camp Trek

The Cho La Pass & Everest Base Camp Trek is an exhilarating Himalayan adventure that combines the legendary Everest Base Camp with the spectacular Cho La Pass at approximately 5,420 metres. This challenging route takes you deep into the Khumbu region, crossing high mountain passes, glacial landscapes, traditional Sherpa villages, and some of the most breathtaking scenery in Nepal.

The journey begins with the scenic flight to Lukla and follows the classic Everest trail through Namche Bazaar, Tengboche, Dingboche, and Lobuche. Trekkers then cross the dramatic Cho La Pass, surrounded by towering peaks and rugged Himalayan terrain, before continuing toward Gokyo Valley and Everest Base Camp. The route also offers spectacular views of Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Ama Dablam, Makalu, and other Himalayan giants.

Highlights include the beautiful Gokyo Lakes, Cho La Pass, Everest Base Camp, Kala Patthar, and the rich Sherpa culture of the Khumbu region. Ancient monasteries, prayer flags, mountain villages, glaciers, and high-altitude landscapes make this trek an unforgettable experience for adventurous travelers.

This is a challenging high-altitude trek requiring good physical fitness, proper acclimatization, and preparation for changing mountain conditions. Spring and autumn are generally the best seasons for clear views and favorable trekking conditions.

Take on the ultimate Khumbu adventure with Gurkhas Trail Adventure — crossing the legendary Cho La Pass and reaching the iconic Everest Base Camp.

Day 1: Ktm to Lukla by plane, 25/30 minutes. Continue until Phakding, 2610 m, 3/4 h.

Day 2: Phakding to Namche Bazaar, 3420 m, 5/6 h.

Day 3: Namche to hike, Everest View Point, 3880 m.

Day 4: Namche to Tengboche, 3867 m, 5/6 h.

Day 5: Tengboche to Dingboche, 4410 m, 5/6 h.

Day 6: Dingboche, acclimatization to Nagarjun, 5100 m.

Day 7: Dingboche to Lobuche, 4910 m, 5/6 h.

Day 8: Lobuche to Gorakshep, 5140 m, 4/5 h.

Day 9: Gorakshep to Kalapathar, 5545 m, and return back until Dzongla, 4830 m.

Day 10: Dzongla to Chola Pass, 5420 m. Destination to Thagnak/Dragnag, 4700 m (7/8 h).

Day 11: Dragnag to Gokyo Lake, 4790 m, 2/3 h.

Day 12: Gokyo to Gokyo Ri, 5357 m, hike, then return back to Dole, 5/6 h.

Day 13: Dole to Namche Bazaar, 3420 m, 5/6 h.

Day 14: Namche to Lukla, 2860 m, 6/7 h.

Day 15: Lukla to Ktm, by plane.

2 Pass: Chola & Renjola Pass (continuation)

Day 12: Gokyo to Renjo Pass, 5360 m, 7/8 h, until Lungden, 4380 m.

Day 13: Lungden to Namche, 3420 m, 6/7 h.

Day 14: Namche to Lukla, 2860 m, 6/7 h.

Day 15: Lukla to Ktm, by plane.