+9779851138344 Paknajol Marg, Thamel, Kathmandu
The Everest Region beholds many more thrilling adventurous treks other than Everest Base Camp itself. Everest Base Camp Cho La Pass Trek is like adding a pinch of more flavors to your food. It adds up to the thrill of the shearing heart of Everest along with the magnificence of Everest Base Camp Trek itself.
Everest Base Camp Cho-la pass trek offers you the alluring panorama of the majestic mountain vistas festooned by the enchanting beauty of cascading waterfalls, spine-chilling gorges, blooming rhododendron forests, and widely diversified flora and fauna.
As every trekking enthusiast is aware of the fact that the Everest base camp trek is one of the most visited trekking trails in the world. The traditional trekking route of Everest Base camp trek runs along the same way while climbing and while returning as well. However, the Everest Base camp Cho La Pass trek is an eyelet trekking trail that wraps around the Everest Region for which it is also known as Everest Circuit Trek.
Furthermore, the prized attraction of the Everest Base Camp Cho La Pass Trek is tranquil lakes on the lap of Mount Everest, the sacred Tengboche Monastery, the humming Namche Bazaar, Nogjumba Glacier, and many more. Further adding up to its beauty is the world’s tallest peak itself, Mount Everest, and other sky-lining giants such as Cho yo, Lhotse, Makalu, Amadablam, Gokyo, and a bunch of snowcapped tops.
Come witness the heartwarming hospitality of the Sherpa people accompanied by their pristine culture and tradition with the highly trained team of Snow Bank Adventure. We (Snow Bank Adventure) assure to make every moment of your Everest Base Camp Cho La Pass Trek worth the memory of a lifetime.
Day 01: Arrival at TIA Kathmandu(1,300m/2,464ft)
Day 02: Fly to Lukla and trek to Phakding (2,651m/8,695ft): 8km, 3-4 hours
Day 03: Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3,440m/11,280ft): 11km,5- 6 hours
Day 04: Acclimatization in Namche Bazaar: (3,440m/11,280ft)
Day 05: Namche Bazaar to Phortse Thanga (3,680m/12,073ft): 6km, 5-6 hours
Day 06: Phortse Thanga to Machhermo (4,470m/14,663ft): 10km, 4-5 hours
Day 07: Machhermo to Gokyo (4,800 m/15,744 ft): 7km, 5-6 hours
Day 08: Acclimatization in Gokyo - Optional Hike to Gokyo Ri (5,357 m/17,570 ft): 2km, 3 - 4 hours
Day 09: Gokyo to Thagnak (4,750 m/15,580 ft): 4km, 4 - 5 hours
Day 10: Thagnak to Cho La pass (5,367m/17,604 ft) to Dzongla (4,859m/15, 939 ft): 7km, 7 - 8 hours
Day 11: Dzongla to Lobuche (4,940 m/16,207 ft): 6km, 2 - 3 hours
Day 12: Lobuche to Gorak Shep (5,170 m/16,955ft), and Everest Base Camp (5,364m/17,590ft): 13km, 6-7 hours
Day 13: Gorak Shep to Kala Patthar (5,545m/18,187ft) to Pheriche (4,288m/14,064ft): 16km, 7-8 hours
Day 14: Pheriche to Namche Bazaar (3,440m/11,280ft): 20km, 6-7 hours
Day 15: Namche Bazaar to Lukla (2,860m/9,380ft): 19km, 6 - 7 hours
Day 16: Fly to Kathmandu
Day 17: Final Departure
Subsequent to arriving in Kathmandu, a delegate from Snow Bank Adventure will pick you up and take you to your hotel. At night, there will be an appreciated supper hosted by Snow Bank Adventure.
Accomodation: At night, there will be an appreciated supper hosted by Snow Bank Adventure.
Meals: D
During the flight from Kathmandu to Lukla (2,860m/9,186ft), we appreciate one of the most wonderful air courses on the planet coming full circle on a slope encompassed by high precipitous pinnacles. From Lukla, we begin trekking. At one hour's slow plummet, we will be at a Cheplung town from where we have a look at Mt. Khumbila (5,760m/18,900ft), a consecrated mountain that has never been ascended. From Cheplung, we at that point step by step plunge until we reach Phakding and go through the night.
Accomodation: Overnight at teahouse
Meals: B L D
Strolling through a wonderful pine backwoods, we pursue the trail north up the valley of Benkar. At that point, we cross the Dudh Koshi River and continue passing Chumoa to Monjo, the passageway to Everest National Park. At that point crossing a suspension bridge, we pass Jorsale town and stroll nearby of the Dudh Koshi and Bhote Koshi streams. A lofty climb carries us to the prime place - Namche Bazaar.
Accomodation: Overnight at teahouse
Meals: B L D
There are a lot of activities around Namche Bazaar, and we can go through multi-day here acclimatizing. Namche Bazzar is the fundamental focus of the Khumbu locale and has government workplaces, ATMs, Internet bistros, shops, eateries, and a brilliant market. Our aides can take us to investigate the genuine appeal of Namche Bazaar. Climbing to Sagarmatha National Park rewards trekkers with perspectives on Mount Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Ama Dablam, Thamserku, Kongde, etc.
Accomodation: Overnight at teahouse
Meals: B L D
We climb the Khumjung slope and slide toward the east of the town down the wide valley prompting the Dudh Koshi from where the course turns north. There are two trails and our guide will pick the best choice for us to pursue. There is a chorten on the edge top at 3973 m which dives from Mt. Khumbila (5761 m). We visit Mohang, the origination of the re-manifested Lama of Rongbuk Monastery of Tibet who is accepted to have presented Buddhism in the Khumbu area of Nepal. The trail slides in a progression of soak curves down a sandy incline to the Dush Koshi. We remain medium-term in Phortse Tanga, close to the stream.
Accomodation: Overnight at teahouse
Meals: B L D
From Phortse Thanga it is a tough move to Machhermo. We stroll on a trail nearby rhododendron backwoods and go through a cascade before coming to Tongba Village. We proceed with our tough trek and go through Dole, Labarma, and Luza towns before coming to Machhermo. There is a Chhorten directly before the Luza town. All through the present voyage, we will stroll close by the Dudh Koshi River.
Accomodation: Overnight at teahouse
Meals: B L D
We start today by climbing an edge for a great view down the valley to Kangtaiga and furthermore up towards Cho Oyu (8153m/26,741ft). The valley currently augments as the trail goes through Phangkha, where a torrential slide in 1995 slaughtered 40 individuals. We at that point dive to the riverbank before climbing onto the terminal moraine of the Ngazumpa Glacier on a precarious trail. After we traverse a stream, the trail levels out as it pursues the valley past the principal lake, known as Longpongo, at 4690 m. At this crossroads, we get an opportunity to watch lama impressions on a stone. At seeing the subsequent lake, Taboche Tsho, we become hypnotized by the shining turquoise blue sheet of water shimmering in the sun. Minimal in front of the subsequent lake, we achieve the third lake, the two connected by a flooding stream. Gokyo town remains by the third lake and Cho-Oyu Mountain as a setting sets an astounding tremendous sight here. After lunch, we investigate the third lake, Dudh Pokhari.
Accomodation: Overnight at teahouse
Meals: B L D
We will climb to Gokyo Ri, a little top above Gokyo town, toward the beginning of the day and appreciate the incredible perspectives on the whole Khumbu district. As we climb, the perspectives become much increasingly phenomenal and we can see four of the seven most noteworthy pinnacles of Nepal, Cho Oyu, Everest, Lhotse, and Makalu. Achieving the fourth lake, Thonak Tsho we enjoy the lake's peaceful magnificence after which we trek back along the backtracking trail to the third lake. We may take an extra climb up to the fifth lake, Ngozumba Tsho if time allows and relying upon our physical conditions. From here, the perspective on Ngozumba ice sheet, the longest icy mass of the Himalayas, is so intriguing.
Accomodation: Overnight at teahouse
Meals: B L D
In the event that we didn't climb the Gokyo Ri the earlier day, we can do that today. Moving to the highest point of Gokyo Ri is requesting as it is steep and takes around 3 to 4 hours to achieve the top. In any case, the view of Gokyo town, on the edge of the third lake disregarded by Cholatse and the wide Nogzumpa Glacier, is heavenly. We are encompassed by all-encompassing mountains like Kusum Kanguru, Thamserku, Kangtega, Taboche, Cholatse, Makalu, Lhotse, Nuptse, Everest, Changtse, and Pumori. Seeing sunrays kissing Everest which towers over all the encompassing pinnacles is bewildering. We trek through the Ngazumpa Glacier to the mountain on the opposite side. Next, cross along the edge of that mountain and afterward wander into Thagnak. It will be a short climb today with an evening of rest which will set us up for long climbing days and rise increase to come.
Accomodation: Overnight at teahouse
Meals: B L D
Today will be one of the hardest days of the outing. The Cho La pass isn't itself troublesome, however, it is steep and includes an icy mass cross on the eastern side. We should be cautious as the trail is vertical and the stones coated by ice may raise a ruckus by making the trail dangerous. The trail from Phedi moves through a gorge and a rough trail. While trekking through the side of a solidified lake, we reach the highest point of the pass finished with petition banners. The pyramidal Ama Dablam directs a scope of mountains on the south even as Cholatse takes off toward the west and Lobuche East and Baruntse rises forcefully on our right side. We have to go through certain chasms before we reach Dzongla Village. The town gives incredible perspectives on Cholatse, Ama Dablam, Lobuche mountains alongside the Pheriche Village far beneath.
Accomodation: Overnight at teahouse
Meals: B L D
This will be a short trek so we have a ton of time to unwind and appreciate the excellence that encompasses us. We move down from Dzongla and stroll through a lush trail while getting a charge out of the perspective on Lobuche Peak. The trail bends through the wide waterway bed before coming to Lobuche. We can spend the remainder of the day taking a rest which will enable us to plan for the following day's long trek.
Accomodation: Overnight at teahouse
Meals: B L D
We take the trail to Everest Base Camp through the once immense Gorak Shep Lake. The way from here can be misdirecting; subsequently, it is significant that we pursue our lead Sherpa steadily. The walk is strenuous because of slight air in the high height before achieving the Everest Base Camp. We return to Gorak Shep for a decent night's rest.
Accomodation: Overnight at teahouse
Meals: B L D
We plan for an early morning trek, in the midst of pre-sunrise haziness and cold temperatures (- 10 to - 14 C). In addition, there is consistently the potential for cold breezes which are very normal. Natural pinnacles, for example, Lingtren, Khumbutse, and Changtse tower toward the east even as Everest uncover itself. Be that as it may, it is after coming to Kala Patthar that we get to see360 degree perspectives on Mt. Everest. We take pictures, appreciate the sublime mountain display, and after that arrive back to Pheriche for a decent night's rest.
Accomodation: Overnight at teahouse
Meals: B L D
We trek down through the slope covered by rhododendron and juniper trees. Our trail pursues the Dudh Koshi sliding quickly through pine woods. In the timberland, we may go over beautiful fowls and mountain goats. The way, in the long run, reaches Sansa from where we can appreciate perspectives on Ama Dablam, Thamserku, and Nuptse mountains. We additionally pass winding trails then through timberland before coming to Namche Bazaar.
Accomodation: Overnight at teahouse
Meals: B L D
The trail drops steeply descending so we have to walk carefully as our unstable legs constantly fight the rough territory. In the wake of traverse the quick streaming Dudh Koshi and its tributaries, the trail turns out to be progressively level and common. After our landing in Lukla, we extend those sore legs and review the encounters of the most recent few weeks.
Accomodation: Overnight at teahouse
Meals: B L D
We fly to Kathmandu early in the morning. In the wake of landing in Kathmandu, we will be accompanied to our inn. We appreciate the day relaxed or make up for lost time with some very late shopping or investigate any tourist spots we missed during our first day in Kathmandu. To commend the fruitful culmination of our voyage, we will have a goodbye supper at night.
Accomodation: Overnight at teahouse
Meals: B D
Our adventure in Nepal reaches an end today! A Snow Bank Adventure delegate will drop you off at the air terminal roughly 3 hours before your booked flight. On our approach to home, you will have a lot of time to design your next experience in the magnificent nation of Nepal.
Accomodation:
Meals: B
The country Nepal spread east to west. It lies between Chain and India. The land area of Nepal is 1,47,181km2. It is the second biggest country in water sources. The current population of Nepal is 2,90,00,000. Among them 34% < 15yrs, 61% from 15-64yrs, 5% > 64yrs & 1,800 births/day. More than 125 languages and local dialects are spoken but Nepali is the most speaking language in Nepal. English is understood in tourist and trekking areas. Many trekking and tour guides can speak other western and eastern languages. Religions: Hindus are 81%, Buddhists are 9%(especially living in high Northern regions), Muslims are 4.5%, and Christians are1.4%. Land area:-1,47,181km2 Low Terai 20.1%, Middle Hills 56.2%, High Himalaya 23.7%, Arable land 16.8%, Forest 25.4% Time Zone: Nepal is 5’45” ahead from GMT and 15 minutes faster than Indian Time.
There are two main trekking seasons in Nepal. Spring (From 3rd week of February to 1st week of May) and autumn(From 3rd week of September to 1st week of December ). These seasons are common to all trekking routes. The Everest and Annapurna regions are very crowded during march-April and mid-October to the end of November. The weather is warm with flowers in rain shadow areas during the monsoon seasons. But the flooding and landslide can be damaged to the mountain road which can make major delay in time schedule. Leeches also found in lower trails during monsoon that can make uncomfortable while walking. The trekkers can explore all year round in Mustang but are cold from December to the beginning of March. Likewise, Dolpo can be visited from mid of August to the first week of October. Poon Hill and Helambu like short treks can do during the winter( December to February) but it is cold at night. It is also possible for Annapurna, Manaslu, and Everest Base camp treks but the weather is very cold which makes the treks too tough. The biggest season of tourist from October to December which is the best time to capture mountain views. There is also good temperature and clear sky after the monsoon. The Middle Hills and Terai region ( Chitwan National Park and Lumbini, the birthplace of the Buddha) is the best time to explore in winter.
There are different races of people inhabitant in Nepal. So that they are having different culture and also celebrating different festivals throughout the country. You can found differ in culture and festivals by their religion too. The Hindu celebrates Dashain and Tihar which is held in October and November. Likewise, Buddist celebrates Loshar at different times. Gurungs and Tamangs are enjoying January and Sherpas are celebrating the month of February. But you can found some common festivals like holly(color’s festival) celebrating in every religion which held at end of February and March. You can get a chance to observe some cultural festivals like Indrejatra and Janai Purnima in August and Shiva Ratri in February. So many other festivals are celebrating throughout the country.
Passport
A six-month valid passport with some blank pages for a stamping visa is required. Do not forget to check your passport where correctly stamped arrival, departure, passport number, and visa date to avoid the possibility of complications. VISA Nepal provides an arrival visa at Tribhuvan International Airport. But you should complete the visa form with a recent passport size photo and pay the visa fee in foreign currency, preferably USD. Other major currencies are also acceptable. A single entry visa fee cost is 15 days USD 25.00 30 days USD 40.00 90 days USD 100.00 A foreigner can stay a maximum of 150 days in a calendar year. They can be extended visa from the Immigration Office in Kathmandu or Pokhara. A minimum extension is USD 30.00(to be paid in Nepalese rupees) for 15 days. Visa applications can be pre-registered online. Read the requirements and have a photo and all requested details available before starting the process. http://online.nepalimmigration.gov.np/tourist-visa Spare passport size photos and Document copies Better to bring 6-8 recent passport size photos and some copies of your passport for use on the visa application, visa extensions, and Trekking permits.
Our guides are trained in first aid, carry a comprehensive medical kit, and can deal with most of the problems encountered on treks. However, in the case of a serious accident outside help needs to be available. That’s why comprehensive insurance is essential. Trekking is not possible without full insurance cover, which you can purchase in your home country. You need to have full, personal, travel insurance that covers personal belongings, trip cancellation plus medical, rescue, and evacuation insurance(for air ambulance and helicopter rescue services). You must carry the company’s insurance policy certificate with you, it must include your name, address, policy number, contact numbers, and procedure for the company’s rescue department.
In case of a serious trekking accident, the insurance company will be contacted and they will take over the rescue process. Sending in the necessary ground or air support. Without it, your trekking teams would have tried to carry you out, possibly exacerbating your’s injuries. We will not risk that. Snow Bank Adventure’s staff are covered by our own full accidental and medical insurance.
Trekking entry permits are required to each of Nepal’s National Parks and Conservation Areas. The entry permits cost range from Rs. 1,000 to Rs. 3000 per entry and additional permits are required for Restricted Region Treks. We can manage all types of permits. There are five Restricted Regions which are close to the Tibetan border were opened for outside in 1990. The treks only can do with a professional guide and a minimum of two trekkers. Your original passport and extra photos are required to make permits for Upper Dolpo, Mustang, Nar-Phu, Tsum Valley, Manaslu, and Kanchenjunga trekking. The fees are according high and range from USD 90.00 - USD 500.00 for a week or 10 days then stiff daily amounts.
Credit cards are only accepted in cities like Kathmandu and Pokhara. You have to make ready Nepalese Rupees to spend during the trek. That’s why you have to take a sufficient amount of Nepali Rupees on your trek. Your personal expenses should be only for hot showers, charging batteries, additional drinks, and snacks, the cost rising with altitude. You can make a ceremony with your trekking team at the end of the trek.
Regular walking or jogging activities for a few months before your trip will ensure high altitude trekking. People who trek so quickly and climb too high in a day may suffer Acute Mountain Sickness( AMS) so we call trekkers slow and steady walking. Stops for rests and do not carry more than 5 kg with you. Pre-fitness and stamina are required for trekking in Nepal. Spend at least two nights in the city before going to the trekking destination which gives time for acclimatization as well as easy to arrange necessary trekking permits.
We prefer the group size from 1-10 pax but more can be accommodated on request. There must be 2 persons accompanied by a registered guide in the Restrict Regions( Upper Dolpo, Mustang, Nar-Phu, Manaslu, and Kanchenjunga). Anyone who is reasonably fit and can walk for 5-6 hours a day in a hilly country can trek in Nepal. We suggest children up to 15 years stay below 3500m and above 15 years can tackle the higher routes.
A delegate from Snow Bank Adventure will meet you outside the terminal building and pick you up and take you to your hotel. We use cars or minibusses as the means of transportation in cities. For trekking, we use flights, local buses, minibusses or jeeps depends on the distance, terrain, and size of the group. There is a limitation on luggage up to 15 kg per person on small planes.
We provide selected 2-3 star hotels in Kathmandu and Pokhara on a bed and breakfast basis. During the trek, local people built simple and clean Teahouses on their properties and offer choice able good, safe, and hot food with printed menus. We provide full board meals and lodging, tea or coffee, and safe drinking water during the treks. The cost of Wi-Fi, charging your device and batteries, bottled drinks, snacks, and curios is not included in your package.
There are countless shops that sell all types of the trekking gear in both Kathmandu and Pokhara. Top brands and high-quality gears are available in selected shops.
The kit is best packed in plastic bags inside the duffle bag to ensure dryness.
Bring a spare bag
Bed: Teahouse provide a bed sheet and pillow and can usually offer duvets.
Sleeping bag: lightweight with stuff bag ( ideally rated at - 10oc/ 14of for high altitude nights)
Boots with good treads and ankle support for ling treks, Spare walking shoes, spare laces
Hiking poles and Headtorch
Windproof Jacket
Down jacket ( for high altitude treks)
Thermal underwear on high altitude treks
Socks (thick and thin)
Shirt: 2-3 piece
Long trousers
Tracksuit Layers of warm tops( 2-3 piece)
Rain gear ( top with hood, pants can be useful)
Hat Scarf and gloves ( especially for high altitude treks)
Handkerchiefs and Tissues
Sunglasses ( particularly important for possible snow work)
An additional items Duffle bag and a day pack( plus inner plastic bags for waterproofing)
Sunscreen Toothbrush and paste, razor, Soap, and a face cloth can be useful Small towel (quick drying)
Personal medication and bandages Biodegradable soap and pegs for clothes
Ankle and knee guards
Leech oil to control leeches from May to October
Toilet paper
Book Diary, notebook, pen and pencil
Camera, Batteries, charger, and cards
spare batteries
The short treks need less clothes than longer treks
Camera cards and batteries are only available in Kathmandu and Pokhara. We advise carrying a set of camera batteries even if you have a charger. Nepal uses 220 volts through standard European round 2 or Indian round 3 pin plug sockets. Bring an adapter if you need one. Power outages are common everywhere.
Most of the day there is possible to recharge cell phones and camera batteries without cost but some parts of trekking should be paid for recharging your devices.
Most routes have cell phone availability at least near villages. The popular routes are better supplied.
Cards are only available in Kathmandu, Pokhara, and at the airstrip village of Juphal in the Dolpo region. We advise you to purchase the SIM card on arrival. NTC and NCL networks are available in Kathmandu, Everest, and Annapurna trails. Dolpo uses the Hullo network. Manaslu currently has poor reception, but landlines are available.
Malaria is prevalent in the lowland Terai regions from March to September. If you are touring in the Terai during this time it is recommended that you bring prescribed medication. Bring any necessary personal medication with you. Include sunscreen, lip guard and plasters, etc which can buy in Kathmandu and Pokhara.
Acute Mountain Sickness is caused by your body’s reaction to a shortage of oxygen. Some people start to feel the effects of altitude sickness from 2800 meters. The symptoms are first noticeable in the brain or lungs and include headache, loss of appetite, nausea, coughing, and fatigue. Admit to the rest of your symptoms, don’t continue climbing higher to sleep. If the condition gets worse while resting, descent to a lower altitude. Rest until you feel better and then continue upwards slowly. Stop your trek not your life if necessary. Tell your guide if you are not feeling well and act on his advice. The prescription drug, Diamox can assist with the prevention of AMS symptoms. It is a diuretic that increases respiratory rate and breathing depth(also urine flow), assisting acclimatization by reducing headaches, nausea, and improving sleep. Take 1/2 a tablet 125mg or 250mg in 12 hours(fingers and feet may tingle, don’t worry)
With the range in altitudes in the Himalayas, weather prediction is notoriously difficult to expect the unexpected. Beautiful days, warm in the sun is followed by colder nights. From 1000-3500m temperatures may be 5o to 20oc, higher up they may be -10o to 20oc and above 5000m -15o to 20oc. Wind chill causes temperatures to plummet. Winter temperatures are commonly 10oc lower. Rain or snow can arrive without warning, throughout the year.
The cities, villages, and trails are everywhere safe. Courtesy and kindness are universal.
Nepal is unique where you could found lowland 75m - 8,848m Mt. Everest in a distance of only 200 km. Nepal is a multi-racial, multi-cultural, and multi-language country. It has also beautiful nature, ice-capped giants of high Himalaya, a lot of waterfalls, unique wildlife and so many species of flora and fauna. Its gentle and friendly people offer visitors a warm and sincere welcome. Nepal is the homeland of the Buddha. It offers so many adventures like a tour, trekking, rafting, jungle safari, paragliding, and boating, etc. So Nepal is a dreamland of people spread all over the world. Snow Bank Adventure wants a chance to design your first trip which will be memorable in your lifetime. We (Snow Bank Adventure) believe in an Eco-friendly nature and request that you join us in our efforts to improve our trekking routes and the environment in every possible way. That’s why we request you not to:- * Do not discard cigarette buds or matches and be very conscious of the dangers of fire. * Drop tissues, sweet papers, packets, or plastic items for correct disposal. Do not throw items into Teahouse fires or ovens, it may be offensive on religious grounds. Do not squat behind bushes or rocks anywhere near a stream. Dig a hole and cover it properly before leaving
| accommodation: | Hotel in Kathmandu/Tea House during Trek |
| Grade: | Moderate |
| Trip Duration: | 17 Days |
| Height: | 5,360m / 17,585ft(Chola Pass) |
| Best Season: | Spring and Autumn |
| Trek Duration: | 14 Days |
| Transportation: | Car & Flight |
| Trip Type: | Trekking |
| Activities: | Sightseeing & Trekking in Himalaya |
