Everest Base Camp with Gokyo Valley - NEPAL
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Trail stats
- Distance
- 80.35 mi
- Elevation gain
- 34,688 ft
- Technical difficulty
- Difficult
- Elevation loss
- 34,701 ft
- Max elevation
- 17,633 ft
- TrailRank
-
91
4.8
- Min elevation
- 8,319 ft
- Trail type
- One Way
- Coordinates
- 11699
- Uploaded
- May 18, 2022
- Recorded
- May 2022
near Lukla, Province 1 (Nepal)
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Everest Base Camp with Gokyo Valley - NEPAL
(General information english version at end)
FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: @VaTrilhar
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🇵🇹 PORTUGUESE 🇧🇷
*** Information ****
We were invited by Suzy and Evandro dos Consultores de Aventura - http://www.caventuras.com.br/new/ - as participants in the dream of getting to know the EBC.
End period of April/22.
Group: Marcos and Carol (VaTrilhar), Evandro and Suzy (Adventure Consultants), Willy, Caio, Janaina.
The company hired as local guides was the excellent Adventure High Mountain - https://www.adventurehighmountain.com -, by Mr. Rinji Sherpa, climber with more than 9 Everest summits, 6x Amadablan and dozens of other summits. All transfers, accommodation, food (except Kathmandu), porters enclosed in the package.
I strongly recommend this company: The care, attention and availability of Mr. Rinji, guide Pasang, porters Jay Kumar Rai, Sangam Rai, Miuan Rai and the rest of your team are PHENOMENAL!
We did the flight Brazil - Kathmandu via Doha. More than 30 hours from airport to airport.
Study well the necessary documents for Nepal: Covid19 Vaccine, Yellow Fever Vaccine, Covid19 Nepal Form, Nepal Immigration/Visa Form. The visa fee at Nepal airport was US$50 per person.
Make time for sightseeing in Kathmandu. It's really worth it!
The flight Kathmandu - Lukla only allows 15kg of luggage per person. So go easy! A backpack for daily use + a Duffel Bag to be carried by porters.
Things you can buy in Lulka: Toilet paper (yes, no toilets on the entire trail provide paper), flip flops, some coat, etc. There are good shops, in particular Namche Bazzar.
Water and small snacks (snickers) can be purchased at the lodges. We have chosen to filter with portable filters + chlorine (chlorin) most of our water.
Ncell's 3G/4G only works up to Namche Bazzar. Everest Link (wifi) is a good option (Rs* 2000 for 30 days), although in some lodges it was not available. The other option is to pay each lodge's Wifi (Rs* 500 on average)
Sherpa food is very tasty, with several vegetarian and vegan options. There are meat and chicken options. If you are going to eat meat on the trekking, opt for chicken as the meat comes from Kathmandu and flights may be canceled, leaving the meat unrefrigerated.
Still about the food, they are very spicy (pepper). Let me know to take it out if you don't like it.
Baths and charging the cell phone are paid. Bath spent between Rs* 300 and 500. Cell phones ditto. Usually powerbank is more expensive.
There is no heating in the lodges, except for restaurants. Rooms in general for 2 occupants. There is some supply of blankets, but take your sleeping bag for negative cold.
I left the log recorded as "hard" more for altitude and distance/days. From Gokyo to Dragnag is also difficult (glacier). Most of the trail has no technical difficulty and is very easy to see.
*Rs: Nepalese Rupees. US$ 1 = Rs 120 (April/22)
**** The trail ****
DAY 1: KATMANDU 🛬 LUKLA (2,840m) 🚶🏽♂️ PHAKDING (2,652m) - 4.5 km @ 4hs
We left the hotel in Kathmandu at 6am for the airport. Virtually no one slept at night. Anxiety about the flight and the beginning of our journey! Lukla is the "most dangerous airport in the world", with its small runway sandwiched between an abyss and a mountain!
We took off from Kathmandu and couldn't get a nice view of the mountain range due to limited visibility. But we had a quiet and safe landing 😉!
From the airport, we spent about 30 minutes in Lukla to get ready (there are several items that can be bought in Lulka, such as toilet paper, slippers and other trekking items.) . And we left at 11am towards Phakding. Interestingly, Phakding is 200m below Lukla, so the route is a long descent on a dirt floor and some "paved" spots with stone floors. On the way, we come across porters, pack animals and other hikers. There are several villages on this "road" between these 2 cities, such as Chheplung and Ghat. It is interesting to note that there are no vehicles on these roads - only people and animals - since any vehicle would be unfeasible in this location. It's no wonder that Nepal is the country of trekking - just to get around!
Almost the entire route is along the Dudh Kosi River (Rio do Leite) with its whitish waters. And then we have some wonderful bridges to cross!
We arrived in Pakding at 3 pm after lunch on the way and settled in the excellent Sherpa Guide Lodge. Hot bath (Rs 300) and at night, wonderful food.
We went to bed early to face a 10km trail with 800m altimetry the next day!
VIDEO: https://www.instagram.com/reel/CciJrYXqDzq/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=
DAY 2: PHAKDING (2,652m) 🚶🏽♂️NAMCHE BAZAAR (3,440m) 10.5 km @ 6h30'
We leave at 8am as agreed and head towards Namche, more than 10km away and 800m up.
The path was very similar to the previous day: dirt floor with sections paved with stones. The difference that is now mostly steep. We passed by Monjo Larja and always next to Dudh Kosi (Rio do Leite). More several bridges crossing the beautiful river. We passed through the beautiful portal of Sagarmatha (Everest) park. A small slope and we stop for lunch in Dobhan, since from then on we only eat in Namche.
After lunch at 2,850m, we needed to gain 600m of altimetry. So, the climb did not disappoint: strong and long! But right at the beginning, we were able to go over the highest bridge so far, the Hillary Bridge. The view is breathtaking!
Right after the bridge, always going up, we go over 3,000m, where the thin air begins to make itself felt.
Always walking accompanied by our excellent guides, we arrived in Namche at 2:30 pm with drizzle. We settled into the Yak Hotel just before the rain started. We stayed the rest of the day at the hotel while the rain insisted on falling outside. The temperature also dropped, as it fluctuated around 5°C. Shower taken (Rs 500), dinner served, we retire to wake up early the next day to go up to the Everest View Hotel to try to appreciate the mountain in the distance. As we would have another night in Namche with part of our acclimatization, we left our tour of this city that is the capital of the Sherpas and the largest in the region until day 3!
VIDEO: https://www.instagram.com/reel/CcklJPQFNyU/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=
DAY3: NAMCHE (3,440m) 🚶🏽♂️ Hotel Everest View (3,880m) 🚶🏽♂️NAMCHE BAZAAR (3,440m) 5km @3h30'
We left early towards the Everest View Hotel. The hotel allows a beautiful view of several mountains, among them Amadablam and Everest.
Leaving the city, the trail is quiet for less than 2.5 km, always going up. A good part is by an "endless" stone staircase; next to the hotel is a beautiful lawn.
The day was a little cloudy so we didn't have the view of Everest, Lhotse and others. Amadablam appeared at a glance. Who really showed himself was Thamserku in all its magnitude!
After a coffee, we return to Namche. The main objective was achieved even without seeing Everest: climb to almost 4,000m and return to sleep below 3,500m. So the body gets used to the altitude better.
There was still time to visit the Everest Museum (very good) and in the afternoon, enjoy the shops in Namche! Lots of good stores like North Face and Sherpa. And dozens of local shops. Another chance to buy some missing item.
Tomorrow, full day! So a good dinner and a good night's sleep to start the trekking in altitude.
VIDEO: https://www.instagram.com/reel/CcnUd69Khky/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=
DAY4: NAMCHE BAZAAR (3,440m) 🚶🏽♂️ PHORTSE TANGA (3,680) 8km @ 5hs
We left at 8am from Namche towards Phortse Tanga. The wide and "paved" trail is full of climbers heading to base camp. In the first km it was already possible to see the summit of Everest under a very blue sky! Many photos taken, we followed this well-paved path to a fork where the right for EBC and the left for Gokyo.
We then left the large flow of people and took a narrower dirt path, with some stone stairs and even masonry. A very long climb! 1h break for lunch at 3,970m in Mong with a beautiful view. After lunch, a long 45' descent to Phortse Thanga. Wonderful view of the mountains in this majestic valley! As we arrived early, we showered and spent the afternoon playing poker. "Popcorn corn" bet lol. I think we've hooked our Pasang guide on Vegas Style!
Another good dinner and bed! Tomorrow, climb to 4,400m!
VIDEO: https://www.instagram.com/reel/CduIuMpDpb0/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=
DAY5: PHORTSE TANGA (3,680) 🚶🏽♂️ MACCHERMO (4,470m) 8.5km @6hs
We left again at 8am for our trail, this time to Macchermo. Unlike the previous day, this time just uphill. And already in the middle of the morning we passed the 4000m of altitude. We arrived a little earlier (45') than expected at the restaurant that our guide Rinji had programmed (Mountain View Top Hill Lodge), so we waited a bit for lunch. It was the best restaurant so far! In addition, the chef had several certificates of cooking and ascent to summits, such as Everest! At 1:00 pm we left for Macchermo and at 1:30 am we were already doing our check-in at the Lodge. Bath taken, time for tea in the restaurant! Very cold night, but always comfortable in our sleeping bags.
Tomorrow, Gokyo!
VIDEO: https://www.instagram.com/reel/CdwlNl5FtG7/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=
DAY6: MACCHERMO (4,470m) 🚶🏽♂️GOKYO (4,790m) 7km @4hs
We left Macchermo at 8am for Gokyo. Very cold - below freezing at dawn! The trail at this point is not so steep and goes along the river. There are some spots with stairs and some water spots (at least in April).
After a small steel bridge we can already see the first (and smallest) of the 4 lagoons. Very beautiful with very clear waters. The second lagoon is bigger and the view is breathtaking. The third and largest of them is where the village of Gokyo is located. The lodge was very good (although it owed access to the Internet link). But the view from the restaurant to the lake made up for it!
Tomorrow, we will climb the Gokyo Ri (5,340m) for a beautiful view of Everest and the lakes of the Gokyo Valley!
VIDEO: https://www.instagram.com/reel/CfrZPeilNXF/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=
DAY7: GOKYO (4,790m) 🚶🏽♂️ GOKYO RI 🗻 (5,360m) 🚶🏽♂️ DRAGNAG (4,700m) 6.8km @7hs
We woke up super early (4am) to go up Gokyo Ri. We had a black coffee, ate something silly and left at dawn towards Gokyo Ri. The entire ascent is through a slope of rocks and loose earth, which makes the walk very slow. We all went up between 2:15' and 3:00 am, as Rinji had predicted. Photos, we appreciate Everest in the distance, we went down to have breakfast in Gokyo.
After breakfast, we left for Dragnag. This for us was one of the difficult stretches: crossing the Ngozumba Glacier. It is a long stretch, totally made of loose stones, which make walking very complicated and time consuming. There is a very steep slope that must be negotiated with care. We got to see a small avalanche!
It is interesting to note that, due to the ice, this trail changes every year.
We arrived in Dragnag very tired from the walk and the cold wind. We rested a little in the afternoon and had an early dinner, with the aim of winning the dreaded Chola Pass the next day!
DAY8: DRAGNAG (4,700m) 🚶🏽♂️DZONGLHA (4,830m) via Chola Pass 🗻 (5,368) 9km @10hs
As we agreed the day before, Carol and I with the guide Pasang left early because Carol was feeling a little short of breath because of the altitude, which reduced her progress. We left at 3:30, with a cold of -12°C slowly climbing the hill. The sun came up a little before 6am at the top of the hill and it improved everything; the temperature the look, the mood. We went down a little and the path became rocky until we reached the Chola: a steep rocky slope, with several stone steps and steel cables to help the evolution. In fact, a mountain that separates the Gokyo Valley from the Khumbu Valley. Very difficult, especially for being more than 5,000m. summit! Celebration, photos and quick snack to renew your strength!
Overcome the Chola Pass, a short descent to the glacier. This time we walked under ice! Lots of photos and stops to enjoy the view!
Leaving the glacier, a long walk downhill to Dzonglha. Here the wind is strong and punishes a lot. We arrived, had lunch, rested for the next day to spend the night in Lobuche!
DAY9: DZONGLHA (4,830m) 🚶🏽♂️ LOBUCHE (4,910m) 6.3km @3h45'
We woke up and noticed that the water in our bottles and the sweat on the window were freezing, that is, inside our room at the lodge it was around 0°C! We left at 8:30am for Lobuche. Here the path winds its way up the slope in a narrow trail, but without difficulties, except for the long climb. We were able to take close-up pictures of Yaks lying down in the sun.
In the middle of the walk, we returned to the traditional path of the EBC, which left the trail more busy with hikers and porters. It also became wider and "paved" with stones.
It was also the first time that snow presented itself to us in the Himalayas, falling softly near the end of the trail! Just what was needed to complete the look!
Lunch and dinner in Lobuche, preparation to reach the EBC the next day!
DAY10: LOBUCHE (4,910m)🚶🏽♂️GORAKSHEP (5,140m) 🚶🏽♂️ EVEREST BASE CAMP (5,364m) 10km @7h30'
Carol and I left a little early to go to GorakShep for lunch. Once again Carol walked slower because she was feeling the altitude a lot (shortness of breath). All snowy path from the day before was melting as the sun rose. The ascent is easy to a steeper point with loose rocks (Lobuche Pass). A lot of traffic from visitors to the EBC. We had a quick lunch in Gorakshep and left for the EBC. Narrow and stony trail. On the way, we can see Everest behind Nupse. It's incredible to think that we are still almost 4km away from the top, even walking at more than 5,000m!
Visit to the EBC with many photos and information provided by Rinji, we returned to Gorakshep without getting a lot of cold wind on the way back!
Gorakshep's lodge did not offer bathing. Also, I don't think anyone would face it in that cold! LOL
DAY11: GORAKSHEP (5,140m) 🚶🏽♂️ KALLA PATAR 🗻 🚶🏽♂️ PERICHE (4,240m) 13.4km @ 7hs
Rinji gave us 2 options: leave at 3am towards the summit of KallaPatar or 5am and go to the first plateau and have the best view of Everest. We opted for the 2nd option and so we did. We climbed in -16°C cold and enjoyed "the monster" - Everest back in Nupse. We had breakfast on the way back and went down to Periche. The path was already known to Lobuche, when we started to walk along the traditional path of the EBC.
We passed the memorial of the dead, took a picture with "Mountain Freak", ScottFisher. By her side, we leave the photo of Ana Luiza - our daughter - "the mountaineer who never had the opportunity to climb a mountain but who faced greater challenges than Everest".
After the memorial, a steep descent (Thokla pass) to the town of Dughla, where we have lunch.
After lunch, gentle and long descent where we once again caught falling snow (this time in greater quantity). Quite cold, and we arrived at Periche! A good night's sleep below 4,500m! But the cold and snow didn't let up. Very good logge with hot bath!
DAY 12: PERICHE (4,240m) 🚶🏽♂️NAMCHE BAZAAR (3,440m) 19km @8h15'
We woke up with negative cold again and then we left for Namche. Last night, like the previous afternoon, the snow had fallen lightly but steadily. Going down the valley and enjoying all that beauty; it was already a hint of longing for one of the most amazing days we live in our lives!
The descent and reduction in altitude made us more agile. Before lunch, we stopped at the Tengbroche monastery. Unfortunately photos inside are not allowed. But it is SO worth it. From there until lunch a long and strong descent! Act knees! We had lunch and left for Namche, not without a strong ascent (flat in Nepal - "a little" uphill, a "bit" downhill lol).
We arrived in Namche in the middle of the afternoon and still had some energy left to kick around the city!
DAY13: NAMCHE BAZAAR (3,440m) 🚶🏽♂️ LUKLA (2,840m) 19km @7h15'
We woke up early to face another 19km day. Mostly downhill. And so we made our way back to Phakding for lunch, which was our first overnight stay. From there, that first day's descent turned into a beautiful climb. But the joy and especially the lower altitude (less than 3,000m) made this slope easy. Carol, who suffered the most from the altitude, was the first to see Lukla's portal!
Party! Celebration! We arrived at the hotel and what a luxury! It even had a suite! After a shower, we went to dinner and celebrated the excellent, beautiful route, without "hassle"! We ate, drank and danced to Nepalese songs! The Brazilians, Rinji, Pasang and our porters Jay Kumar Rai, Sangam Rai, Miuan Rai! What a beautiful end of trekking!
DAY 14: LUKLA 🛫 KATMANDU
We woke up early to catch the 7:30am flight with a feeling of accomplishment! We walked a little - less than 10min - to the airport where we checked in and got ready for the flight.
Seeing the Himalayas go away through the window we were sure that we had lived one of the greatest adventures of our lives! And a taste of "I want more" that insists on being present. Maybe a return to Nepal to climb mountains above 6,000m? Lobuche and a few more maybe!
So, see you soon NEPAL!
And thanks to the always cheerful and welcoming people of Nepal!
Thank you Mr @Rinji and all Adventure High Mountain staff!
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🇬🇧 ENGLISH 🇺🇸
*** Information ****
We were invited by Suzy and Evandro dos Consultores de Aventura - http://www.caventuras.com.br/new/ - as participants in the dream of getting to know the EBC.
Period of April/22 end.
Group: Marcos and Carol (VaTrilhar), Evandro and Suzy (Adventure Consultants), Willy, Caio, Janaina.
The company hired as local guides was the excellent Adventure High Mountain - https://www.adventurehighmountain.com - , by Mr. Rinji Sherpa, climber with more than 9 Everest summits, 6x Amadablan and dozens of other summits. All transfers, accommodation, food (except Kathmandu), porters enclosed in the package.
I strongly recommend this company: The care, attention and availability of Mr. Rinji, guide Pasang, porters Jay Kumar Rai, Sangam Rai, Miuan Rai and the rest of his team are PHENOMENAL!
We flight Brazil - Kathmandu via Doha. More than 30 hours from airport to airport.
We recommend studying the necessary documents for Nepal: Covid19 Vaccine, Yellow Fever Vaccine, Covid19 Nepal Form, Nepal Immigration/Visa Form. The visa fee at Nepal airport was US$50 per person.
Spend a time for sightseeing in Kathmandu. It's really worth it!
The flight Kathmandu - Lukla only allows 15kg of luggage per person. So go light! A backpack for daily use + a Duffel Bag to be carried by porters.
Things you can buy in Lulka: Toilet paper (yes, no toilets on the entire trail provide paper), flip flops, some coat, etc. There are good shops, in particular Namche Bazzar.
Water and small snacks (snickers) can be purchased at the lodges. We have chosen to filter with portable filters + chlorine (chlorin) most of our water.
Ncell's 3G/4G only works up to Namche Bazzar. Everest Link (wifi) is a good option (Rs* 2000 for 30 days), although in some lodges it was not available. The other option is to pay each lodge's Wifi (Rs* 500 on average)
Sherpa food is very tasty, with several vegetarian and vegan options. There are meat and chicken options. If you are going to eat meat on the trekking, opt for chicken as the meat comes from Kathmandu and flights may be canceled, leaving the meat unrefrigerated.
Still about the food, they are very spicy (pepper). Let them know to take it out if you don't like it.
Baths and charging the cell phone are paid. Bath spent between Rs* 300 and 500. Cell phones ditto. Usually powerbank is more expensive.
There is no heating in the lodges, except for restaurants. Rooms in general for 2 occupants. There is some supply of blankets, but take your sleeping bag for negative temperature.
I left the log recorded as "hard" more for altitude and distance/days. From Gokyo to Dragnag is also difficult (glacier). Most of the trail has no technical difficulty and is very easy to follow.
*Rs: Nepalese Rupees. US$ 1 = Rs 120 (April/22)
(General information english version at end)
FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: @VaTrilhar
FOLLOW US AT INSTAGRAM: @VaTrilhar
-------------------------------------------------- ---------------
🇵🇹 PORTUGUESE 🇧🇷
*** Information ****
We were invited by Suzy and Evandro dos Consultores de Aventura - http://www.caventuras.com.br/new/ - as participants in the dream of getting to know the EBC.
End period of April/22.
Group: Marcos and Carol (VaTrilhar), Evandro and Suzy (Adventure Consultants), Willy, Caio, Janaina.
The company hired as local guides was the excellent Adventure High Mountain - https://www.adventurehighmountain.com -, by Mr. Rinji Sherpa, climber with more than 9 Everest summits, 6x Amadablan and dozens of other summits. All transfers, accommodation, food (except Kathmandu), porters enclosed in the package.
I strongly recommend this company: The care, attention and availability of Mr. Rinji, guide Pasang, porters Jay Kumar Rai, Sangam Rai, Miuan Rai and the rest of your team are PHENOMENAL!
We did the flight Brazil - Kathmandu via Doha. More than 30 hours from airport to airport.
Study well the necessary documents for Nepal: Covid19 Vaccine, Yellow Fever Vaccine, Covid19 Nepal Form, Nepal Immigration/Visa Form. The visa fee at Nepal airport was US$50 per person.
Make time for sightseeing in Kathmandu. It's really worth it!
The flight Kathmandu - Lukla only allows 15kg of luggage per person. So go easy! A backpack for daily use + a Duffel Bag to be carried by porters.
Things you can buy in Lulka: Toilet paper (yes, no toilets on the entire trail provide paper), flip flops, some coat, etc. There are good shops, in particular Namche Bazzar.
Water and small snacks (snickers) can be purchased at the lodges. We have chosen to filter with portable filters + chlorine (chlorin) most of our water.
Ncell's 3G/4G only works up to Namche Bazzar. Everest Link (wifi) is a good option (Rs* 2000 for 30 days), although in some lodges it was not available. The other option is to pay each lodge's Wifi (Rs* 500 on average)
Sherpa food is very tasty, with several vegetarian and vegan options. There are meat and chicken options. If you are going to eat meat on the trekking, opt for chicken as the meat comes from Kathmandu and flights may be canceled, leaving the meat unrefrigerated.
Still about the food, they are very spicy (pepper). Let me know to take it out if you don't like it.
Baths and charging the cell phone are paid. Bath spent between Rs* 300 and 500. Cell phones ditto. Usually powerbank is more expensive.
There is no heating in the lodges, except for restaurants. Rooms in general for 2 occupants. There is some supply of blankets, but take your sleeping bag for negative cold.
I left the log recorded as "hard" more for altitude and distance/days. From Gokyo to Dragnag is also difficult (glacier). Most of the trail has no technical difficulty and is very easy to see.
*Rs: Nepalese Rupees. US$ 1 = Rs 120 (April/22)
**** The trail ****
DAY 1: KATMANDU 🛬 LUKLA (2,840m) 🚶🏽♂️ PHAKDING (2,652m) - 4.5 km @ 4hs
We left the hotel in Kathmandu at 6am for the airport. Virtually no one slept at night. Anxiety about the flight and the beginning of our journey! Lukla is the "most dangerous airport in the world", with its small runway sandwiched between an abyss and a mountain!
We took off from Kathmandu and couldn't get a nice view of the mountain range due to limited visibility. But we had a quiet and safe landing 😉!
From the airport, we spent about 30 minutes in Lukla to get ready (there are several items that can be bought in Lulka, such as toilet paper, slippers and other trekking items.) . And we left at 11am towards Phakding. Interestingly, Phakding is 200m below Lukla, so the route is a long descent on a dirt floor and some "paved" spots with stone floors. On the way, we come across porters, pack animals and other hikers. There are several villages on this "road" between these 2 cities, such as Chheplung and Ghat. It is interesting to note that there are no vehicles on these roads - only people and animals - since any vehicle would be unfeasible in this location. It's no wonder that Nepal is the country of trekking - just to get around!
Almost the entire route is along the Dudh Kosi River (Rio do Leite) with its whitish waters. And then we have some wonderful bridges to cross!
We arrived in Pakding at 3 pm after lunch on the way and settled in the excellent Sherpa Guide Lodge. Hot bath (Rs 300) and at night, wonderful food.
We went to bed early to face a 10km trail with 800m altimetry the next day!
VIDEO: https://www.instagram.com/reel/CciJrYXqDzq/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=
DAY 2: PHAKDING (2,652m) 🚶🏽♂️NAMCHE BAZAAR (3,440m) 10.5 km @ 6h30'
We leave at 8am as agreed and head towards Namche, more than 10km away and 800m up.
The path was very similar to the previous day: dirt floor with sections paved with stones. The difference that is now mostly steep. We passed by Monjo Larja and always next to Dudh Kosi (Rio do Leite). More several bridges crossing the beautiful river. We passed through the beautiful portal of Sagarmatha (Everest) park. A small slope and we stop for lunch in Dobhan, since from then on we only eat in Namche.
After lunch at 2,850m, we needed to gain 600m of altimetry. So, the climb did not disappoint: strong and long! But right at the beginning, we were able to go over the highest bridge so far, the Hillary Bridge. The view is breathtaking!
Right after the bridge, always going up, we go over 3,000m, where the thin air begins to make itself felt.
Always walking accompanied by our excellent guides, we arrived in Namche at 2:30 pm with drizzle. We settled into the Yak Hotel just before the rain started. We stayed the rest of the day at the hotel while the rain insisted on falling outside. The temperature also dropped, as it fluctuated around 5°C. Shower taken (Rs 500), dinner served, we retire to wake up early the next day to go up to the Everest View Hotel to try to appreciate the mountain in the distance. As we would have another night in Namche with part of our acclimatization, we left our tour of this city that is the capital of the Sherpas and the largest in the region until day 3!
VIDEO: https://www.instagram.com/reel/CcklJPQFNyU/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=
DAY3: NAMCHE (3,440m) 🚶🏽♂️ Hotel Everest View (3,880m) 🚶🏽♂️NAMCHE BAZAAR (3,440m) 5km @3h30'
We left early towards the Everest View Hotel. The hotel allows a beautiful view of several mountains, among them Amadablam and Everest.
Leaving the city, the trail is quiet for less than 2.5 km, always going up. A good part is by an "endless" stone staircase; next to the hotel is a beautiful lawn.
The day was a little cloudy so we didn't have the view of Everest, Lhotse and others. Amadablam appeared at a glance. Who really showed himself was Thamserku in all its magnitude!
After a coffee, we return to Namche. The main objective was achieved even without seeing Everest: climb to almost 4,000m and return to sleep below 3,500m. So the body gets used to the altitude better.
There was still time to visit the Everest Museum (very good) and in the afternoon, enjoy the shops in Namche! Lots of good stores like North Face and Sherpa. And dozens of local shops. Another chance to buy some missing item.
Tomorrow, full day! So a good dinner and a good night's sleep to start the trekking in altitude.
VIDEO: https://www.instagram.com/reel/CcnUd69Khky/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=
DAY4: NAMCHE BAZAAR (3,440m) 🚶🏽♂️ PHORTSE TANGA (3,680) 8km @ 5hs
We left at 8am from Namche towards Phortse Tanga. The wide and "paved" trail is full of climbers heading to base camp. In the first km it was already possible to see the summit of Everest under a very blue sky! Many photos taken, we followed this well-paved path to a fork where the right for EBC and the left for Gokyo.
We then left the large flow of people and took a narrower dirt path, with some stone stairs and even masonry. A very long climb! 1h break for lunch at 3,970m in Mong with a beautiful view. After lunch, a long 45' descent to Phortse Thanga. Wonderful view of the mountains in this majestic valley! As we arrived early, we showered and spent the afternoon playing poker. "Popcorn corn" bet lol. I think we've hooked our Pasang guide on Vegas Style!
Another good dinner and bed! Tomorrow, climb to 4,400m!
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DAY5: PHORTSE TANGA (3,680) 🚶🏽♂️ MACCHERMO (4,470m) 8.5km @6hs
We left again at 8am for our trail, this time to Macchermo. Unlike the previous day, this time just uphill. And already in the middle of the morning we passed the 4000m of altitude. We arrived a little earlier (45') than expected at the restaurant that our guide Rinji had programmed (Mountain View Top Hill Lodge), so we waited a bit for lunch. It was the best restaurant so far! In addition, the chef had several certificates of cooking and ascent to summits, such as Everest! At 1:00 pm we left for Macchermo and at 1:30 am we were already doing our check-in at the Lodge. Bath taken, time for tea in the restaurant! Very cold night, but always comfortable in our sleeping bags.
Tomorrow, Gokyo!
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DAY6: MACCHERMO (4,470m) 🚶🏽♂️GOKYO (4,790m) 7km @4hs
We left Macchermo at 8am for Gokyo. Very cold - below freezing at dawn! The trail at this point is not so steep and goes along the river. There are some spots with stairs and some water spots (at least in April).
After a small steel bridge we can already see the first (and smallest) of the 4 lagoons. Very beautiful with very clear waters. The second lagoon is bigger and the view is breathtaking. The third and largest of them is where the village of Gokyo is located. The lodge was very good (although it owed access to the Internet link). But the view from the restaurant to the lake made up for it!
Tomorrow, we will climb the Gokyo Ri (5,340m) for a beautiful view of Everest and the lakes of the Gokyo Valley!
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DAY7: GOKYO (4,790m) 🚶🏽♂️ GOKYO RI 🗻 (5,360m) 🚶🏽♂️ DRAGNAG (4,700m) 6.8km @7hs
We woke up super early (4am) to go up Gokyo Ri. We had a black coffee, ate something silly and left at dawn towards Gokyo Ri. The entire ascent is through a slope of rocks and loose earth, which makes the walk very slow. We all went up between 2:15' and 3:00 am, as Rinji had predicted. Photos, we appreciate Everest in the distance, we went down to have breakfast in Gokyo.
After breakfast, we left for Dragnag. This for us was one of the difficult stretches: crossing the Ngozumba Glacier. It is a long stretch, totally made of loose stones, which make walking very complicated and time consuming. There is a very steep slope that must be negotiated with care. We got to see a small avalanche!
It is interesting to note that, due to the ice, this trail changes every year.
We arrived in Dragnag very tired from the walk and the cold wind. We rested a little in the afternoon and had an early dinner, with the aim of winning the dreaded Chola Pass the next day!
DAY8: DRAGNAG (4,700m) 🚶🏽♂️DZONGLHA (4,830m) via Chola Pass 🗻 (5,368) 9km @10hs
As we agreed the day before, Carol and I with the guide Pasang left early because Carol was feeling a little short of breath because of the altitude, which reduced her progress. We left at 3:30, with a cold of -12°C slowly climbing the hill. The sun came up a little before 6am at the top of the hill and it improved everything; the temperature the look, the mood. We went down a little and the path became rocky until we reached the Chola: a steep rocky slope, with several stone steps and steel cables to help the evolution. In fact, a mountain that separates the Gokyo Valley from the Khumbu Valley. Very difficult, especially for being more than 5,000m. summit! Celebration, photos and quick snack to renew your strength!
Overcome the Chola Pass, a short descent to the glacier. This time we walked under ice! Lots of photos and stops to enjoy the view!
Leaving the glacier, a long walk downhill to Dzonglha. Here the wind is strong and punishes a lot. We arrived, had lunch, rested for the next day to spend the night in Lobuche!
DAY9: DZONGLHA (4,830m) 🚶🏽♂️ LOBUCHE (4,910m) 6.3km @3h45'
We woke up and noticed that the water in our bottles and the sweat on the window were freezing, that is, inside our room at the lodge it was around 0°C! We left at 8:30am for Lobuche. Here the path winds its way up the slope in a narrow trail, but without difficulties, except for the long climb. We were able to take close-up pictures of Yaks lying down in the sun.
In the middle of the walk, we returned to the traditional path of the EBC, which left the trail more busy with hikers and porters. It also became wider and "paved" with stones.
It was also the first time that snow presented itself to us in the Himalayas, falling softly near the end of the trail! Just what was needed to complete the look!
Lunch and dinner in Lobuche, preparation to reach the EBC the next day!
DAY10: LOBUCHE (4,910m)🚶🏽♂️GORAKSHEP (5,140m) 🚶🏽♂️ EVEREST BASE CAMP (5,364m) 10km @7h30'
Carol and I left a little early to go to GorakShep for lunch. Once again Carol walked slower because she was feeling the altitude a lot (shortness of breath). All snowy path from the day before was melting as the sun rose. The ascent is easy to a steeper point with loose rocks (Lobuche Pass). A lot of traffic from visitors to the EBC. We had a quick lunch in Gorakshep and left for the EBC. Narrow and stony trail. On the way, we can see Everest behind Nupse. It's incredible to think that we are still almost 4km away from the top, even walking at more than 5,000m!
Visit to the EBC with many photos and information provided by Rinji, we returned to Gorakshep without getting a lot of cold wind on the way back!
Gorakshep's lodge did not offer bathing. Also, I don't think anyone would face it in that cold! LOL
DAY11: GORAKSHEP (5,140m) 🚶🏽♂️ KALLA PATAR 🗻 🚶🏽♂️ PERICHE (4,240m) 13.4km @ 7hs
Rinji gave us 2 options: leave at 3am towards the summit of KallaPatar or 5am and go to the first plateau and have the best view of Everest. We opted for the 2nd option and so we did. We climbed in -16°C cold and enjoyed "the monster" - Everest back in Nupse. We had breakfast on the way back and went down to Periche. The path was already known to Lobuche, when we started to walk along the traditional path of the EBC.
We passed the memorial of the dead, took a picture with "Mountain Freak", ScottFisher. By her side, we leave the photo of Ana Luiza - our daughter - "the mountaineer who never had the opportunity to climb a mountain but who faced greater challenges than Everest".
After the memorial, a steep descent (Thokla pass) to the town of Dughla, where we have lunch.
After lunch, gentle and long descent where we once again caught falling snow (this time in greater quantity). Quite cold, and we arrived at Periche! A good night's sleep below 4,500m! But the cold and snow didn't let up. Very good logge with hot bath!
DAY 12: PERICHE (4,240m) 🚶🏽♂️NAMCHE BAZAAR (3,440m) 19km @8h15'
We woke up with negative cold again and then we left for Namche. Last night, like the previous afternoon, the snow had fallen lightly but steadily. Going down the valley and enjoying all that beauty; it was already a hint of longing for one of the most amazing days we live in our lives!
The descent and reduction in altitude made us more agile. Before lunch, we stopped at the Tengbroche monastery. Unfortunately photos inside are not allowed. But it is SO worth it. From there until lunch a long and strong descent! Act knees! We had lunch and left for Namche, not without a strong ascent (flat in Nepal - "a little" uphill, a "bit" downhill lol).
We arrived in Namche in the middle of the afternoon and still had some energy left to kick around the city!
DAY13: NAMCHE BAZAAR (3,440m) 🚶🏽♂️ LUKLA (2,840m) 19km @7h15'
We woke up early to face another 19km day. Mostly downhill. And so we made our way back to Phakding for lunch, which was our first overnight stay. From there, that first day's descent turned into a beautiful climb. But the joy and especially the lower altitude (less than 3,000m) made this slope easy. Carol, who suffered the most from the altitude, was the first to see Lukla's portal!
Party! Celebration! We arrived at the hotel and what a luxury! It even had a suite! After a shower, we went to dinner and celebrated the excellent, beautiful route, without "hassle"! We ate, drank and danced to Nepalese songs! The Brazilians, Rinji, Pasang and our porters Jay Kumar Rai, Sangam Rai, Miuan Rai! What a beautiful end of trekking!
DAY 14: LUKLA 🛫 KATMANDU
We woke up early to catch the 7:30am flight with a feeling of accomplishment! We walked a little - less than 10min - to the airport where we checked in and got ready for the flight.
Seeing the Himalayas go away through the window we were sure that we had lived one of the greatest adventures of our lives! And a taste of "I want more" that insists on being present. Maybe a return to Nepal to climb mountains above 6,000m? Lobuche and a few more maybe!
So, see you soon NEPAL!
And thanks to the always cheerful and welcoming people of Nepal!
Thank you Mr @Rinji and all Adventure High Mountain staff!
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*** Information ****
We were invited by Suzy and Evandro dos Consultores de Aventura - http://www.caventuras.com.br/new/ - as participants in the dream of getting to know the EBC.
Period of April/22 end.
Group: Marcos and Carol (VaTrilhar), Evandro and Suzy (Adventure Consultants), Willy, Caio, Janaina.
The company hired as local guides was the excellent Adventure High Mountain - https://www.adventurehighmountain.com - , by Mr. Rinji Sherpa, climber with more than 9 Everest summits, 6x Amadablan and dozens of other summits. All transfers, accommodation, food (except Kathmandu), porters enclosed in the package.
I strongly recommend this company: The care, attention and availability of Mr. Rinji, guide Pasang, porters Jay Kumar Rai, Sangam Rai, Miuan Rai and the rest of his team are PHENOMENAL!
We flight Brazil - Kathmandu via Doha. More than 30 hours from airport to airport.
We recommend studying the necessary documents for Nepal: Covid19 Vaccine, Yellow Fever Vaccine, Covid19 Nepal Form, Nepal Immigration/Visa Form. The visa fee at Nepal airport was US$50 per person.
Spend a time for sightseeing in Kathmandu. It's really worth it!
The flight Kathmandu - Lukla only allows 15kg of luggage per person. So go light! A backpack for daily use + a Duffel Bag to be carried by porters.
Things you can buy in Lulka: Toilet paper (yes, no toilets on the entire trail provide paper), flip flops, some coat, etc. There are good shops, in particular Namche Bazzar.
Water and small snacks (snickers) can be purchased at the lodges. We have chosen to filter with portable filters + chlorine (chlorin) most of our water.
Ncell's 3G/4G only works up to Namche Bazzar. Everest Link (wifi) is a good option (Rs* 2000 for 30 days), although in some lodges it was not available. The other option is to pay each lodge's Wifi (Rs* 500 on average)
Sherpa food is very tasty, with several vegetarian and vegan options. There are meat and chicken options. If you are going to eat meat on the trekking, opt for chicken as the meat comes from Kathmandu and flights may be canceled, leaving the meat unrefrigerated.
Still about the food, they are very spicy (pepper). Let them know to take it out if you don't like it.
Baths and charging the cell phone are paid. Bath spent between Rs* 300 and 500. Cell phones ditto. Usually powerbank is more expensive.
There is no heating in the lodges, except for restaurants. Rooms in general for 2 occupants. There is some supply of blankets, but take your sleeping bag for negative temperature.
I left the log recorded as "hard" more for altitude and distance/days. From Gokyo to Dragnag is also difficult (glacier). Most of the trail has no technical difficulty and is very easy to follow.
*Rs: Nepalese Rupees. US$ 1 = Rs 120 (April/22)
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NAMCHE BAZAAR
2 °, 3º e 12 ° NOITE: NAMCHE BAZAAR 2nd, 3rd and 12th NIGHT: NAMCHE BAZAAR
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11,744 ft
VISTA EVEREST
VIEW EVEREST / WEDDING / LHOTSE / ABADABLAM EVEREST / NUPTSE / LHOTSE / AMADABLAM VIEW
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11,804 ft
A ESQUERDA PARA GOKYO
LEFT TO GOKYO / RIGHT EVEREST LEFT TO GOKYO / RIGHT TO EVEREST
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Fantástico!!
Excelente descrição e lindas fotos.
Parabéns Marcos.
Obrigado meu amigo aacoelho.
Vindo de você é um baita elogio!
Ficou Show. Tem detalhes que eu nem lembrava. Espero que logo possamos curtir outras.
Grande Willy!
Só falar qual a próxima! hahaha
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Sem dúvidas um trekking que ficará marcado no coração! De tirar o fôlego (literalmente). Sofri bastante com a altitude, mas a sensação de vitória ao conquistar o objetivo pretendido e também as paisagens incríveis, fazem tudo valer a pena. O povo sherpa é um ponto a parte. Pessoas incríveis, fortes, corajosas! Verdadeiros heróis. Uma grande inspiração pra todos nós. Eu classifiquei como difícil apenas em virtude das condições climáticas e de esforço físico. Mas é um trajeto extremamente bem demarcado e de fácil acesso. Apenas alguns trajetos tinham demarcação pouco visível e ter um guia experiente foi fundamental. O Sr. Rinji foi o maior presente que ganhamos. Uma grande pessoa e sem duvidas retornaremos para fazer outros passeios com ele.
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Ficou Show. Tem detalhes que eu nem lembrava. Espero que logo possamos curtir outras.
Ei Willy! Depois vamos programar o Cuscuzeiro!
Top, um dia quero ir
Meu amigo, recomendo 200%! O Visual, a cultura, pisar no "solo sagrado" dos Himalaias... experiência única!
Estou começando agora no trekking, quero treinar bastante, mas faço ideia de como deve ser bacana mesmo
Ah, tem muita coisa para fazer no Brasil!!!!! Coisas legais!
Uma dúvida, qual valor gasto em reais numa viagem ao acampamento base? E em caso de uma tentativa de chegar ao cume, seria algo em torno de qto? Vlw
Hi , how much 🛫 Kathamndu to lukla ? Thk
Ola Paul, um trekking assim sai, com passagens, na faixa de R$20k
Ola Paul, um trekking assim sai, com passagens, na faixa de R$20k. Para cume, adicionar pelo menos R$50k e quase 2 meses de estadia no Nepal, fora equipamentos e roupas...
my question is something else, how much does the plane from kathmandu to lukla cost
Ion, I really don't know because it was inclused on my travel.
Hi , how much does it cost to sleep in a hotel?
I m going to follow this trail in May 2024, it will be a solo trip. Any advice
Hello there Ismail.
If you have a good practice in trekking, the EBC is not difficult. Of course, there is the dificult of the language at Nepal and the altitude from Nanche (3000m ).
Let me know if you have any doubt! Nice trekking to you!