“Spirits of High Adventure”
Clan Treks & Expedition Pvt. Ltd.
Sprits of High Adventure
Sprits of High Adventure
Everest Region Treking
Trekking in Nepal
Nepal Adventure Options
Travellers Information
Client Testimonials
I visited Nepal in September 2006 for the purpose of trekking in the Annapurna Sanctuary area. I was introduced to Clan Treks and Bishwa Chapagain by a mutual friend from the United Kingdom.
The level of service I received from Clan Treks was second to none, in fact a close friendship has developed as a result of the 10 days we spend trekking in the Sanctuary...
Ian Harries Grantham,
Lincolnshire , UK
Gokyo- Chola Pass and Base Camp Trekking
One of the most acclaimed treks in Nepal – proffers the glory of being so close to the crown of the world. Make your romancing dream realized – glance and feel the crown of the world closer at your eye level. Embedded with absolutely welcoming scenarios of colossal hills, alluringly flittering Mt. Everest, Ama Dablam, Lhotse, Nuptse all thrill deep into your heart. The terrific thuds of yak caravans and roaring brooks unleash the tingling sensation. Feel the adventure of being on the lap of the top of the world; view the hilltop down to you from the base camp; experience the silvery terrain of Gokyo Glaciers; come across the weird amicable snow leopards – the snow Sherpa flocks. Genuinely a “doesn’t miss” trek route in the world! Be glorified, experiencing it as once-in-a-life opportunity.
The trek can be treated as one of the adventurous treks in the Himalayas as it follows the route via high pass into Khumbu i.e. Cho La pass at 5330m. This ideal trek grants enough opportunity to enjoy the breathtaking view of Everest including several other similar peaks and to explore the Buddhist monasteries located at the world's highest elevation. The main attraction are monastery, picturesque Khumjung village, Namche Bazaar, Gokyo Lake / Glacier, spectacular mountain views, and also for its friendly Sherpa people, picturesque villages, great variety of cultures and traditions, festivals and monasteries. Including the Everest Base Camp trek has almost everything: the incredible mountain views from Chukung, Kala Pattar and Gokyo-Ri. Popularly known as "The Ultimate Trek," it includes all that the Khumbu has to offer.
Fact of Gokyo- Chola Pass and Base Camp Trekking
 |
Title: | Gokyo- Chola Pass and Base Camp Trekking |
| Category: | Highly Adventurous | |
| Grade: | Strenuous & Difficult | |
| Total Days: | 19 Days | |
| Group Size: | 2 to 15 Pax | |
| Departure Date: | Everyday During the Season | |
| Maximum Elevation: | 5,550m. (17,760ft.) | |
| Transportation: | Flights Only | |
| Accommodation: | Lodge Trekking | |
| Trekking Hours: | Approximately 5 to 7 hrs. Each Day. | |
| Best Season: | Sep. to Nov. / March to May | |
| Trip cost: | Price on request |
Day to Day Outline Itinerary
| Day 01. | Arrive at Kathmandu. Traditional Nepali Dinner |
| Day 02. | City Tour and freelancing |
| Day 03. | Fly to Lukla and start Trek to Phakding |
| Day 04. | Trek to Namche |
| Day 05. | Rest day in Namche |
| Day 06. | Trek to Dole |
| Day 07. | Trek to Machhermo |
| Day 08. | Trek to Gokyo |
| Day 09. | Trek to Gokyo-Ri |
| Day 10. | Trek to Thangna (foot of the Cho-La pass). |
| Day 11. | Trek to Cho-La pass (5330m), and trek down to Lobuche (4910m). |
| Day 12. | Trek to Gorakshep (5160m.) and Kalapather (5545m), and return to Gorakshep. |
| Day 13. | Trek to Everest Base camp (5400m), and return walk further down to Lobuche. |
| Day 14. | Trek to Tyangboche monastery |
| Day 15. | Trek to Monjo |
| Day 16. | Trek to Lukla |
| Day 17. | Fly back to Kathmandu / leisure |
| Day 18. | Free day in Kathmandu, Traditional Nepali Dinner |
| Day 19. | Departure |
Day to Day Detail Itinerary
| Day 01. | ARRIVE IN KATHMANDU: Pick up from the airport, transfer to hotel. While in Kathmandu fascinating Buddhist and Hindu temples and shrines reflecting ancient local traditions are highlighted on our guided tour. There's time to explore the city's scores of charms on your own too. In the evening delicious traditional Nepali welcome dinner will be awaiting you. |
| Day 02. | KATHMANDU CITY TOUR: Which is the oldest of the three major cities in Kathmandu Valley - famous for its Buddhist monuments and Hindu temples, and you can catch the traditional artisans working with wood, stones and metals. Pashupatinath: It is one of the most known holy places for Hindu pilgrims in Kathmandu valley. The whole vicinity of Pashupatinath is densed with ages old pagoda model temples with golden plated roofs and the gorgeous woodcarvings on the doors and windows. To the south of the temple, the holy Bagmati river flows down sweeping the burnt dust of dead bodies produced from the cremation on its side. A small green holy wood forest breeze maintains the site cool all the time. Kathmandu Durbar Square: Around the square there are some temples stood upright piercing the sky canopy and through the thousands of pigeon they spread the message of peace. Kumari temple is one of the most important parts of the square site where the ‘Living Goddess’ resides. Apart from those temples, a museum will be waiting for its visitors with an opportunity to unravel the treasures unabashedly. To visit this site is to know the historical facts of Nepal. Soyambhunath: It is also known as ‘Monkey Temple’. The wide area of Soyambhunath is a hillock surrounded by small forest with some golden temples of Lord Buddha at the western gate and a main temple at the top of the hill. The most interesting thing with Soyambhunath is the nice view of Kathmandu valley to be seen from the top of the hill. Various kinds and sizes of monkeys are seen guarding the hillock. A lot of monasteries with big prayer wheels are the main attraction for the visitors. Boudhanath: It is one of the nice places to visit in Kathmandu valley, which has the biggest stupa. When someone enters the gate the holy prayer to sense peace is heard all around. All the Buddhists want to visit Boudhanath to feel the real sense of Buddhism. Boudhanath Stupa - one of biggest stupas in the valley, has been built on 17th Century. |
| Day 03. | KATHMANDU - LUKLA – PHAKDING (2610m): Breakfast served in the early morning and driven to Kathmandu airport for your domestic flight to Lukla (2804m) which takes approximately 40 minutes. There'll be time for you to explore the village whilst the Sherpa crew sort and load equipment. From Lukla we descend on a wide trail to the north of the village of Choplung in the Dudh Kosi Valley. The valley radiates energy through beautiful pine and rhododendron forests. The continent walk follows the river's course passing through the village of Ghat. At this instant our destination is a striking village of Phakding where accommodation is provided in the form of Tea House Lodges. It takes to reach 3 hours to Phakding. |
| Day 04. | PHAKDING - NAMCHE BAZAAR (3440m): Ensuring acclimatization we advance slowly heading up to walk through the tract of blue pine and rhododendron forest that is very spectacular in the spring seasons when the flowers are in full bloom. A slow and steady pace is reccomended on this section of the climb and the village of Namche Bazaar (3440m); offers most of the fantastic photographic opportunities in the Everest region, beside the Dudh Kosi amongst beautiful alpine scenery, through the fragrant blue pine and fir forest, glimpsing spectacular views of Kusum Kangru (6369m) and Thamserku (6608m) along the way. Leaving Monjo, we again cross the Dudh Kosi, to the western bank at Jorsalle prior to trekking through the entrance to the Sagarmatha National Park. Continuing upstream along the banks to the confluence of the Bhote Kosi and Dudh Kosi, it is here we begin our first sustained ascent to Namche Bazaar after crossing the large suspension bridge. Walking at a slow pace, we have fantastic photographic opportunities as the peaks of Everest (8848m), Lhotse (8511m), Nuptse (7879m), Ama Dablam (6856m) and Tawache (6542m) come into view for the first time. |
| Day 05. | ACCLIMATIZE DAY IN NAMCHE BAZAAR: As the name suggests, Namche is famous for its local market or bazaar. Each week, Sherpas from the surrounding villages come to buy food and in order to socialize themselves. Foods not grown locally, such as rice, corn and some vegetables are brought in from the lowland village. Rising early, those who climb to the ridge above Namche will be rewarded with the stunning dawn and sunrise over the panorama of the Khumbu peaks. Spend the morning exploring this colorful and lovely scenery. Walk along the Shyangboche in the afternoon to catch interesting displays of Sherpa lifestyle and culture, regional flora and fauna hiking to Everest View hotel (3800m), and Kumjung Valley, with big village including hospital and high school monastery contributed by Sir Edmund Hillary. |
| Day 06. | NAMCHE BAZAAR – DOLE (4170m): After breakfast, we descend to the west of the village up the broad valley leading to the Dudh Kosi River. You can enjoy incredible views behind the ridge of Nupla and Kwangde Himal (6194m); across the valley to the North, the towering ice-fluted walls of Thamserku (6623m), and to the east the panoramic view of the Everest. At this instant you will follow the trail to Dole across the rhododendron forests encountering with diverse flora and fauna. |
| Day 07. | DOLE – MACHHERMO (4410m): From Dole the trail ascend to Luza (4360m). The tails now is steep in most of the places as it climbs through scrub junipers. There're kharkas whenever there is a flat spot and the slightest hint of water. The trails continue to climb along the side of the valley, high above the river, crossing sandy spurs to Machhermo. |
| Day 08. | MACHHERMO – GOKYO (4790m): The trail climbs along a ridge for a superb view. Beyond the ridge the valley widens as the trail passes through Pangka village then descends to the riverbank before beginning of climb on to the terminal moraine of the Gokyo Glacier. It's a steep climb up the moraine; switch backing alongside the stream to the first small lake, where a family of green Braminy ducks resides. |
| Day 09. | GOKYO (5360m): Early morning crossing alongside of the Gokyo Lake and climbing to Gokyo peak opportune yourself for the most beautiful panoramic views of Mt. Cho Oyu, Mt. Gyachung Kang, Mt. Everest, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Makalu, Mt. Cholatse and Tawache as well as the Gokyo Glacier, from quite close up to your eyes. In Gokyo-Ri, you will be surrounded with the giant mountains and can instill the excitement of the Everest climbing on your own. Now getting down to Gokyo you will have time to relax. |
| Day 10. | GOKYO – THANGNA (4700m): Walking slowly downhill till the Gokyo glacier you have to put your step to Chola pass trail. This day happens to be the most beautiful day having opportunity to cross the glacier; put forward your steps for a bit altitude until having a fine Sunset view. The place with a bit cold temperature makes you more adventurous when you feel the breeze from the north part of the glacier. However, the dream comes over in your eyes for the top crossing the Chola next morning. |
| Day 11. | THANGNA - DZONGLHA – LOBUCHE: The trail descending from Thangna passes the Cho La (or Chhugyuma) (5330m). The pass is not difficult but it is steep and involves a glacier crossing on the eastern side. A good trekking gear is often necessary for coping the small icefall at the foot of the glacier on the other side of the pass, although in ideal condition there're no technical problems and there is a trail of sorts in the rocks beside the icefall. The western approach to the pass varies in difficulty depending on the amount of snow. The pass is not possible for yaks and usually not suitable for heavily laden porters. Continue along the moraine of the glacier, with views of Kalapathar and Mt. Pumori to reach Lobuche for your evening stay. |
| Day 12. | LOBUCHE – GORAKSHEP – KALAPATTAR – GORAKSHEP: Early morning heading to Gorakshep (5200m) with our guide and Sherpa for climbing to Kalapather peak (5550m) opportune yourself for the most beautiful views from the top of the Mountains and Khumbu Glacier, quite close up to your eyes. In Kalapathar, you will be surrounded by the giant mountains and can instill the excitement of the Everest climbing on your own. Now will be getting down to Gorakshep for overnight stay. |
| Day 13. | GORAKSHEP – EVEREST BASE CAMP – LOBUCHE: Walking thoroughly on the ridge of Khumbu Ice fall, its among the definitions of the Expedition would be able to find some lakes and the deeply ice breakers to headway to your Last Destination of your adventure holiday. To the south, the Khumbu Glacier sweeps below you; northwards goes up several border peaks. Mt Everest rises above them all. After some time out to contemplate this view, we return to Lobuche. |
| Day 14. | LOBUCHE – TYANGBOCHE (3820m): Today the trail descends to Pangboche, which is easy to come down. Continue down to Orsho, then on through Lower Pangboche and down to Deboche, reaching our lodge at Thyngboche in the afternoon. Thyngboche is set in a beautiful meadow high on a ridge surrounded by towering Himalayan peaks. Tyangboche is a serene site, surely one of the wonders of the world, accommodating the spectacularly situated Tyangboche Monastery dominated by the Gompa with its prayer flags and scores of stones having a tranquil mediation center as well. |
| Day 15. | TENGBOCHE – MONJO (2840m): Recapping the similar trail through a forest of juniper, rhododendron and fir to Phungitenga, you continue across the Dudh Kosi for a steep descent to Trashinga. After lunch at Namche you make your way back to Monjo. Subsequently passing a steep descent and crossing over the Bhote Kosi you follow the bank to Jorsalle and then to Monjo for overnight stay. |
| Day 16. | MONJO – LUKLA: This morning you will depart Monjo and carry on your descent along the Dudh Kosi, before making a final ascent to reach the Lukla plateau by mid afternoon. On arrival in Lukla you will have time to relax and celebrate the completion of your trek. |
| Day 17. | LUKLA – KATHMANDU: This morning you proceed to check in the airport and then you will be transferred to Lukla Airport for your flight back to Kathmandu. The remainder of the day has been left free. |
| Day 18. | FREE DAY IN KATHMANDU: After breakfast you are free on your own in Kathmandu. You will be served with Traditional Nepali Dinner. |
| Day 19. | DEPARTURE: After breakfast is leisure for you until time to leave the international airport for your final destination. |
Trekking Season for Gokyo- Chola Pass and Base Camp Trekking
Autumn (Sept, Oct & Nov) & Spring (March, April & May) are the best seasons for attempting Gokyo / Chola Pass with Everest Base Camp Trek and December, Jan & Feb are consider as a good Trekking months. The weather is sunny and warm, although the nights are cold and temperatures can fall to freezing. Weather can change rapidly and be unpredictable. Please note that when climbing to Gokyo / Chola Pass with Everest Base Camp Trek, you will be moving from warmer climates at low levels to conditions of well below freezing. Be prepared for all eventualities! Summer (June, July & August) is okay and trekking can be done but not so clear visibility and raining Too.
Equipments Check List for Gokyo- Chola Pass and Base Camp Trekking
The following basic equipments checklist should help you with your packing before you traveling. Please remember that you should always try to keep the weight of your equipments to a minimum while you are in the Trekking. At the start of the trek your packed trek bag should weigh not more then 20 kg.
01. Sunglasses with UV protection
02. Sun hat / scarf
03. Light balaclava or warm fleece hat
04. T-shirts
05. Light and expedition weight thermal tops
06. Fleece jacket or pullover
07. Fleece Wind-Stopper jacket (optional)
08. Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell jacket
09. Down jacket
10. Heavyweight gloves or mittens with a waterproof shell outer
11. Small wash towel
12. Underwear’s
13. Hiking shorts
14. Lightweight cotton long pants
15. Fleece or wool pants
16. Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell pants
17. Thin, lightweight inner socks
18. Thick, warm wool hiking socks
19. Hiking boots with spare laces
20. Camp shoes (sneakers and/or sandals)
21. Gaiters for hiking in winter to the base camp
22. Sleeping bag rated to zero degrees F
23. Headlamp with spare bulbs and batteries
24. Basic First Aid Kit (see Health and Medicinal)
25. Daypack (approximately 2500 to 3000 cubic inches)
26. Water bottle
27. Toiletries
Trip Cost Includes
- English Speaking Tour / Trekking guide (First Aid and Eco trained)
- All Local Transport, Airport pickup and drop, Domestic flights.
- Accommodation During the Trekking
- Deluxe Hotels in Kathmandu with B/B plan
- National Park fee and Trekking Permit
- All Meals During the Trekking
- Sightseeing at Kathmandu Valley, Each Place with all Entrance Fees
- Necessary Sherpa Porter, Mule, Yak during the trekking
- Each Sherpa (Asst. Guide) for Each Group
- Travel & Rescue arrangements
- Insurance for Trekking Crews
- All Government and Local Taxes if Necessary
- Welcome & farewell Dinner
Trip Cost Excludes
- Your Personnel Equipments / Travel & Rescue Insurance
- Your Visa Fee for Nepal / International Airfare To / From Home City
- Emergency rescue evacuation
- Cost arising from outside the control of Clan Treks
- Your Personal Expenses, Telephone, Laundry, Bar Bills & Extra Porters
- Tips for the Trekking Crews
Pre - Meeting Before Trip
Prior to all our expeditions and treks, we host a Pre-Trip meeting here in Kathmandu on the 2nd day of your itinerary starts in the morning during the breakfast and introduced your trek Leader mean time and it will provide an opportunity for individuals to ask questions about the your trek and to introduce you to other team members.
Accommodation in Kathmandu and Trekking
Accommodations are included in the trip cost and Clan Treks has chosen accommodation options based on the following criteria; standard of hygiene, standard of service, location, food standards and cost. There are two styles of accommodation and this depends on the itinerary you choose. During the Gokyo / Chola Pass with Everest Base Camp Trek you will spend four nights at 3 -star in Kathmandu, and Fourteen nights at the locally best available guest houses / lodges in your trekking route. All accommodation is based on twin share, and will provide you single supplement if there is different sex; at no extra charge.
Meals During Gokyo- Chola Pass and Base Camp Trekking
All Meal will be provided during the spent on trekking. There are (Nepali, Sherpa, Tibetan, Continental, Italian and Indian cusion) a day will be provided from the teahouse / lodge as they have few different items in a menu Card. Each day dinner and breakfast are used to take in the same lodge you spend the night. Lunch will be taken on the way to destination.
Trekking Staff:
The Guide is in overall charge of your trip and of looking after you. This is the person you should go to with all problems, concerns and questions. All our guides are highly trained in all aspects of trekking, conservation, and high altitude medicine, first aid and emergency procedures. They are professionals selected for their knowledge and passion for Nepal and its peoples. Remember the trekking guides are local citizens and their English may be basic and limited to trek related topics while the city guide have the excellent English with the broad knowledge of the destination involved. Porters transport your luggage – one porter between every two trekkers.
Clan Treks currently train all their Guides in the following courses and your trek leader will be one of the fully train Trek Leader.
- Intensive Wilderness First Aid KEEP (Kathmandu Environmental Educational Project)
- Trekking Guide Training - Nepal Government's Ministry of Tourism & Civil Aviation department of Hotel Management & Tourism Training Centre of Nepal.
- Eco Trekking Workshop & Adventure Meet TAAN (Trekking Agents Association Of Nepal)
- English Language
- Conservation & Biodiversity
- Rock & Ice Climbing & Mountaineering (optional) Nepal Mountaineering Association
Acceptance of risk:
The Client acknowledges that the nature of the tour is adventurous and may involve a significant amount of personal risk. The Client hereby assumes all such risk and does hereby release the Company from all claims and causes of action arising from any damages of injuries or death resulting from these inherent risks.
INSURANCE:
It is mandatory that all Clients obtain travel insurance with a minimum coverage of US$ 50,000 while travelling with the Company and this insurance must cover personal injury, medical expenses, repatriation expenses and emergency evacuation expenses. It is strongly recommended the coverage be extended to include cancellation, curtailment, loss of belongings and all other expenses, which might arise as a result of loss, damage, injury, delay or inconvenience occurring to the Client. The Company shall have no liability for loss, theft of or damage to baggage or personal effects
Climate:
Nepal has a generally temperate climate, however altitude makes distinct variations.
The monsoon sweeps up from India each summer, making mid June to mid September humid and wet. The three other distinct seasons are all suitable for trekking and each has its own advantages. Changing global weather patterns have had their effect on the Himalayan climate making mountain weather notoriously changeable. Always be prepared for a change in conditions and note that if severe or dangerous weather conditions occur your guide’s decision on any course of action is final.
Autumn (September – November): This season offers excellent weather and tantalizing mountain views.
Winter (December – February): This season is noted for occasional snowfall only at higher elevation. Hence it is ideal for trekking at lower elevations, generally below 3000 meters.
Spring (March – May): Different varieties of wild flowers, specially the rhododendrons make the hillside above 5000 meters a haunting paradise during this season. It is mildly warm at lower elevations and at higher elevation over 4000 meters the mountain views are excellent and temperature is quite moderate.
Summer (June – August): Summer months, continues up to mid September making travel wet and warm. These times are blessed for the keen botanist as the higher valleys and meadows blossom with flowers and lush vegetation. It is recommended to carry insect repellent when trekking during summer months.
Health:
There are no specific health requirements for entry into Nepal. Nevertheless, preventive measures such as a thorough medical check up can save you from unexpected hazards. Nepal does not require any particular inoculation but Cholera, Meningitis, Tetanus and Diphtheria, Typhoid and Gamma Globulin are some of the vaccinations that should be considered for your trip. Since the remote places of Nepal are not supplied with necessities that are essential for modern medical facilities, it is imperative to make a comprehensive First Aid Box consisting of basic drugs and accessories as part of the paraphernalia for your trip. Modern dentistry is unknown in the hills of Nepal, so it is advised to have a checkup before departure from home. Tooth fillings sometimes loosen in cold temperature and at high altitudes, so it is recommended having them checked
Altitude Sickness:
Altitude sickness often known as Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS) is particularly an important medical consideration while trekking in Nepal. Altitude sickness means the effect of altitude on those who ascend too rapidly to elevation above 3000 meters. The initial symptoms of AMS are as follows:
- Nausea, Vomiting
- Lose of appetite
- Insomnia/Sleeplessness
- Persistent Headache
- Dizziness, Light headiness, Confusion
- isorientation
- Weakness, Fatigue, Lassitude, Heavy legs
- Slight swelling of hand and face
- Breathlessness and breathing irregularity
- Reduced urine output
These symptoms are to be taken very seriously. In case of appearance of any of the above symptoms, immediately contact your travel guide.
Client Details:
In order for the Company to confirm and guarantee the Client’s travel arrangements the Client must provide all Client details with their final payment as per the dates specified. Client details include passport number; passport expiry date and medical form (where applicable), full name as it appears in the passport you are travelling with, date of birth and nationality.
