based on Everest Cho La Pass Trek adds a zest of additional adventure to the regular Everest Base Camp Hike by letting you cross one of the high passes of the Khumbu region, Cho La Pass. This particular trek in the Everest region is designed for those who are looking to step up their level in the Himalayas one step at a time. The trek will allow you to cross one of the challenging passes of the region, from where you get to witness exceptional landscapes. Moreover, the pass trek also takes you to the picturesque Gokyo Valley.
On this 19 days trek to Everest Cho La Pass, you get to explore the very famous Everest Base Camp and hike to Kala Patthar, from where you can see glorious sunrise along with a 360-degree view of Mt. Everest. Likewise, you will spend a night in a beautiful Gokyo village and explore the holy Gokyo Lakes.
This one-of-a-kind trek to the Cho La Pass provides breathtaking views of mountain panoramas and glaciers. It follows the well-known trekking path across the Dudh Koshi River to its source, the Gokyo Lake, west of Everest Base Camp. The trip provides many opportunities to take in the magnificent views of Mt. Everest as well as countless other nearby peaks. You can also visit Buddhist monasteries and shrines, as well as witness the abundant flora and fauna.
The Cho La Pass route includes several ascents and descents, as well as crossing several streams and dense woodlands. Lhotse, Cho Oyu, Pumori, Ama Dablam, Thamserku, Kwangde, Kangtaiga, and Gyachyung Kang can all be viewed during the trek to the Everest region.
You're wholeheartedly welcome to join this amazing venture with us, Outfitter Nepal. We run both private and group treks and are flexible to customize itineraries as per your need. Trekking in Nepal's Himalayas is something that Outfitter Nepal has a lot of experience with. Our trekking package for the Cho La Pass region provides you with the opportunity to go on the most exciting journey of your life with knowledgeable, experienced guides and porters. Join us on one of our Trek departure dates, or contact us to customize an Everest Cho La Pass Trekking to meet your exact requirements.
Want to know more? Here are some of the most compelling reasons to book your trekking journey to the Everest Cho La Pass region with us. We look forward to aiding you in creating lifelong experiences throughout your vacation in Nepal.
What to anticipate from the 19 Days Everest Cho La Pass Trek?
The Everest Cho La Pass Trek is more than just an adventurous trek. Tempting landscape views, huge snow-capped mountains, rushing streams, pristine lakes, cold rivers, dense forests, fine valleys, picturesque villages, huge glaciers, stunning icefall, artistic monasteries, colorful prayer flags, ancient stupas, rich culture, and unique lifestyle of the locals, all of these makes this trek a lifetime journey.
The beauty of the region, including the magnificent Rhododendron, Magnolia, and enormous fir forest, will wow you while trekking. This trek will take you around Gokyo Valley, which is an enriching journey. From west to east, you can see the most spectacular views of the greatest peaks, including Cho you (8153m), Gyanchung Kang (7922m), Everest (8848m), Lhotse (8501m), and Makalu. The journey across Cho La Pass (5420m), which encompasses both the Gokyo Lake and the Everest Base Camp, is eventually challenging but worth every drop of sweat.
This trek offers a chance to witness the land of the Sherpa. Moreover, you might get to see rare wildlife like Himalayan tahr, musk deer, snow leopards, snow cocks, pheasants, etc. And the most interesting thing is Yeti. Yes, they are believed to be found in this region. You can see the head of the Yeti in one of the monasteries in the Khumjung village while you go on a short excursion during the trip.
How challenging is the Everest Chola Pass Trek?
Everest Cho La Pass Trek is a difficult trek as you have to cross the challenging Cho La Pass. The trail includes several ascends and descends through a rugged and steep path in the remote Himalayas. The high altitude also makes the journey tiring and increases the risk of Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS). Good physical fitness and health are a must to go on this trek.
If you have previous experience in high-altitude trekking, you can imagine the difficulty. Even if you are new to trekking, there's no need to worry. We only hike for 5-7 hours a day with adequate acclimatization, which makes it fairly easy to trek. However, we suggest you do a few hikes or exercise for a couple of months before joining the Cho La Pass trek to get your body ready.
Why choose Outfitter Nepal for the trek to Cho La Pass in the Everest region?
Great adventures are accompanied by a great deal of responsibility. As much as we want you to have fun, we also want to ensure that the Himalayas' stunning grandeur is conserved for future generations. We are proud of our status as an environmentally conscious trekking organization. In addition to responsible traveling, we also focus on sustainable tourism. We make sure that hikers who book our trip packages travel responsibly by not littering the trail or by avoiding the use of single-use plastic bottles. Similarly, we encourage our guests to consume local products to contribute to the local economy. We also hire local guides and potters to help the youth with employment opportunities.
Furthermore, we're fortunate to have been established as one of the best trekking agencies in Nepal, with an experience of 2 decades. We don't leave any page unturned to ensure you a safe, fun, and fruitful trekking journey to the Everest Cho La Pass.
Best Features of the Everest Cho La Pass Trek
- Crossing the Everest Cho La Pass
- Visit the Everest Base Camp and Kala Patthar
- Sightseeing tour of historical UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Kathmandu
- Scenic mountain flight to and from Lukla
- Visit Namche Bazaar and Khumjung Village
- Visit Gokyo Valley, Gokyo Lake, and Gokyo Ri
- Unforgettable views of Khumbu Ice Fall and Khumbu Glacier
Major Attractions of the Everest Cho La Pass Trek
Thrilling flight to Lukla
Lukla, the starting point for this trek, is reached after a brief 35-minute flight. Flying to Lukla is incredible, and staying on that short flight requires a lot of courage. The flight will be awe-inspiring and thrilling. It is one of the most enjoyable events of the trek. What makes this flight so exciting?
It is, in fact, Lukla Airport's landing strip. It features one of the world's shortest runways of 525 meters (1,729 feet) and one of the world's highest airports at 2,845 m (9,334 feet). When you consider how steep the runway is and how it hangs off the side of a hill, you know you're about to start the trekking journey with a blast of adrenaline.
Hiking through Sagarmatha National Park
From Monjo onwards, the trail passes through Sagarmatha National Park, which is home to numerous flora and fauna. This park is also listed in the UNESCO World Natural Sites. The park has different climatic zones and diverse vegetation.
For many years, Sagarmatha National Park has served as a haven for endangered animals and birds. The national park is home to two endangered species: the Red Panda and the Snow Leopard. Sagarmatha National Park's birdlife has long been a draw for visitors. If you're a fan of bird watching, don't forget to pack a binocular.
Namche Bazar, the gateway to Everest
Namche Bazar is a very famous Sherpa village where you get to look into the daily lifestyle and practices of these people. Namche Bazar is the most developed village in the region. Most modern facilities like Wifi, cafes, libraries, etc., are available here. You can also visit the Sherpa Culture Museum and Everest Photo Gallery to gain more information about the Everest region and its nature and culture.
Namche, nestled on the side of an arch-shaped mountain with panoramic views of the Himalayan peaks from all locations in the valley, was formerly an important trading center in the Khumbu region. Namche also serves as a memorial to previous climbing expeditions. It is well-known for its yak cheese and butter. This small Himalayan town is a highlight of the Everest Cho La Pass Trek. To adapt to the increasing altitude, hikers frequently stay here for several days. Your stay at Namche will be memorable!
The ancient Tengboche Monastery
During the Cho La Pass Trek, you'll visit the oldest and the biggest monastery in the Khumbu region, the Tengboche Monastery. Tengboche is one of the most significant monasteries in the Khumbu region. This is the oldest and biggest monastery, which used to be home to hundreds of monks. From the monastery, you can also see stunning views of the Himalayan Mountains.
Tengboche Monastery is one of the main attractions for trekkers, mountaineers, and everyone else throughout the Everest Cho La Pass trekking route. This old monastery, which is also a very important religious holy site in Khumbu, offers breathtaking views of Mt. Amadablam and the surrounding Himalayas. All pilgrims and visitors who enter this hallowed site will be blessed by Guru Rinpoche.
The Tengboche monastery was built by Lama Gulu in 1916, but the 1934 earthquake completely destroyed it. In the same year, the monastery was renovated. The monastery had to be restored again after a fire ravaged it in 1989. Despite these catastrophes, the Tengboche monastery is the oldest and biggest in the Khumbu region.
Difficult Everest Cho La Pass Trekking Trail
Before reaching Gokyo villages, you have to cross the Cho La Pass via Everest Base Camp. The trail to the top of the pass is difficult. However, the view you get to see at the end is unbelievable. The pass adds the perfect zest of thrill and challenges to the entire journey.
The trek that follows the Cho La Pass is one of Nepal's most difficult excursions. In one of the most scenically magnificent sections of the Everest region, these massifs combine to create the most spectacular display of beautiful passes.
Exploring the Everest Base Camp
The lap of the world's highest mountain, Everest Base Camp, is a dream destination for thousands of travelers. From the base camp, you can witness panoramic views of numerous Himalayan mountains like Mt. Everest, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Nuptse, Mt. Pumori, Mt. Baruntse, Mt. Ama Dablam, Mt. Thamserku, etc.
Everest Base Camp is located at the foot of the Khumbu Glacier, surrounded by some of the world's most famous peaks. The Everest Base Camp is a must-see for trekkers from all over the world. The base camp for Mt. Everest is situated at the foot of the world's highest mountain (8,848 m). Reaching the Everest Base Camp is a great achievement in and of itself.
Kala Patthar, the famous vantage point of the region
Kala Patthar is a very popular vantage point in the Everest region. Situated a little above Everest Base Camp, the trail to Kala Patthar is steep and rocky. Upon reaching the top of the viewpoint, you can see excellent sunrise along with 360-degree views of Mt. Everest and surrounding mountains.
The enormous peaks of Nuptse, Changtse, and Lhotse can be seen from Kala Patthar's vantage point. Many tourists climb Kala Patthar early in the morning to see the sunrise, but you won't be able to get a nice image because the sun rises behind Everest and Lhotse. The greatest time to climb is in the late afternoon while the sun is setting. You'll be able to see Everest and Lhotse drenched in golden light if the weather is clear. A visit to Kala Patthar during the journey to the Cho La Pass is essential just for the vistas!
Charming Gokyo Valley
Gokyo village is one of the most beautiful villages in the Khumbu region. Gokyo village, located in the picturesque Gokyo Valley, has a tranquil and peaceful atmosphere. Even though it gets quite busy during the high season, the atmosphere here is divine.
This trek is a thrilling adventure to a secluded village in the gorgeous Gokyo Valley, where only a few determined trekkers venture. The views from here are breathtaking. High Himalayan mountains, enormous glaciers, icefalls, icy streams, and dazzling lakes all contribute to the surreal splendor that you're going to love.
Pristine Gokyo Lake
Located at 5,000 meters, Gokyo Lake is one of the most beautiful lakes you will ever see. The turquoise blue color of the lake, surrounded by snow-covered mountains under the bright blue sky, is mesmerizing to see.
Trekking to these serene and pristine lakes is an excellent opportunity to explore a wide range of unique and stunning natural beauty. The Gokyo Lakes are known for their spiritual significance as well as their remoteness that's difficult to reach. Hindus and Buddhists also revere these lakes as sacred sanctuaries. During the Janai Purnima festival in August, this place is filled with pilgrims for the holy bathing in the lakes. This area is revered as the birthplace of Naag Devata (Snake God). A Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva and Vishnu is the site's major attraction.
