Everest Base Camp Trek via Gokyo Lakes – 17 Days

This epic 17-day teahouse trek takes you on a journey through the Khumbu valleys to reach both Everest Base Camp and the sacred Gokyo Lakes. You'll follow quiet trails, pass colorful hamlets and ascend high mountain passes for incredible Himalayan views.

Trek Highlights
* Ascend Gokyo Ri for views of Everest plus four 8,000m peaks
* Cross the thrilling Cho La mountain pass (5,420m)
* Hike to Kala Patthar’s summit (5,545m) with Everest views
* Visit ancient Buddhist monastaries like Tengboche Monastery
* Spot wildlife like Himalayan tahr and pheasants
* Witness the turquoise-blue Gokyo Lakes

Who This Trek Is Good For
* Experienced hikers seeking remote trails
* Fit adventurers acclimatized to high altitude
* Nature lovers wanting expansive Himalaya views
* People with enough time (17 days is longer than standard EBC trek)
* Those wishing to challenge themselves physically

Things To Consider
* Requires excellent fitness levels and stamina
* Nights get very cold (-15°C), pack plenty of warm layers
* High elevation means acute mountain sickness risks
* Tea-house food has simple menus – bring supplements
* Some steep and physically demanding days involved

Brief Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu
Day 02: Flight from Kathmandu to Lukla and Trek to Phakding
Day 03: Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar
Day 04: Rest day and acclimatization at Namche Bazaar
Day 05: Trek from Namche to Dole
Day 06: Trek from Dole to Machhermo
Day 07: Trek from Machhermo to Gokyo
Day 08: Rest day to acclimatize at Gokyo. Gokyo Ri viewpoint
Day 09: Trek from Gokyo to Thangnak
Day 10: Trek from Thangnak to Dzongla via Cho La Pass
Day 11: Trek from Dzongla to Lobuche
Day 12: Trek from Lobuche to Everest Base Camp and back to Gorak Shep
Day 13: Hike to Kala Patthar viewpoint, trek to Gorak Shep and then to Pheriche
Day 14: Trek from Pheriche to Namche Bazaar
Day 15: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Lukla
Day 16: Fly back to Kathmandu from Lukla
Day 17: Final Departure