Renjo La - Gokyo Lake - Cho La - Everest Base Camp Trek

The Renjo La - Gokyo Lake – Cho La - Everest Base Camp (EBC) trek is more demanding than the normal EBC trek but rewards with a day in beautiful Gokyo and outstanding views. Mt. Everest seen from Renjo La and Gokyo Ri is difficult to beat!

  • Package price

    USD 2520

  • Trip Code

    MKA-1102

  • No of days

    21

  • Challenge level

    Moderate

  • MEALS

    Included (B,L, D)

  • TRANSPORTATION

    Private Vehicle & Flight

  • ACCOMMODATION

    Hotel & Guest House

  • MAX ALTITUTE

    5360m/17880ft

  • BEST SEASON

    Spring (Mar - May) and Autumn (Sep - Nov)

  • START POINT

    Kathmandu

  • END POINT

    Kathmandu

  • SUITABLE FOR

    16 to 65 years old

  • WALK PER DAY

    4-5 hrs walk per day

  • GUIDING METHOD

    Live Guide/Instructor

Highlights of 21 Days Renjo La - Gokyo Lake - Cho La - Everest Base Camp Trek

  • The spectacular views from Gokyo Ri and Cho La, traditional village,land of worlds heritage, high alpine valley's in the shade of the giant peaks of 'Mt.Everest'.
  • View magnificent world highest mountain and experience unique life style and culture of Sherpa people , rich Buddhist culture,
  • Excellent views of the largest glaciers like Ngozumpa Glacier, beautiful forest with various flora and fauna and wildlife .
  • Enjoy the hallmarks in the best fashion.

Trip Overview

Renjo la Pass Gokyo Lake Chola Pass Everest Base Camp Trekking is one of the highly adventurous trekking in Khumbu region. In this trek you cross two high passes Renjo La (5340m) and Cho La (5520m). Then you reach at Kalapathar and Everest Base Camp (5545m). This treking starts from Lukla following up the Dudh Koshi river towards Namche Bazar. You spend one extra day here for acclimatization exploring beautiful Sherpa village Khumjung. Then you follow the trail to Thame, Lungdeng and Yakkharka and cross Renjo Pass. You spend extra night in Gokyo Lake and set off to cross Chola Pass.

The final destination of this trekking is Kalapathar and Everest Base Camp and back to Lukla following the route to Tengboche & Namche Bazaar. While on this trekking you get an opportunity to have magnificent views of world highest mountains and experience unique lifestyle and culture of Sherpa people, the world renowned mountaineers.

Best time for Renjo La Pass GokyoLake Chola Pass trek

This circuit trek is adventerous and Spring (Mar-May) and Autumn (Sep-Dec) is the best time to go for the Everest Chola, Gokyo, Renjo La Pass Trek.


DETAILED Itinerary

  • Day 01
    Arrive Kathmandu, airport reception and transfer to hotel – hotel.
  • Day 02
    Briefing, preparation and last minute shopping – hotel.
  • Day 03
    By air to Lukla (2,840m), trek to Phakding (2,610m) – lodge.
  • Day 04
    Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,440m) – lodge.
  • Day 05
    Acclimatization day, local hike and visits – lodge.
  • Day 06
    Trek to Thame (3,820m) – lodge.
  • Day 07
    Trek to Lumde (4,368m) – lodge
  • Day 08
    Acclimatization day, explore towards Khusum (4,750m) – lodge.
  • Day 09
    Ascend Renjo La (5,360m), descend to Gokyo (4,790m) [long day] – lodge.
  • Day 10
    Contingency/rest day – lodge.
  • Day 11
    Climb Gokyo Ri (5,360m) then trek to Dragnag (4,700m) – lodge.
  • Day 12
    Ascend Cho La (5,420m) then descend to Dzongla (4,830m) [long day] – lodge.
  • Day 13
    Trek to Lobuche (4,910m) – lodge.
  • Day 14
    Trek to Gorakshep then visit Everest Base Camp – lodge.
  • Day 15
    Ascend Kala Patthar (5,140m) for Everest view the descend to Lobuche – lodge.
  • Day 16
    Trek to Pangboche (3,930m) – lodge.
  • Day 17
    Trek to Monjo (2,835m) via Tengboche and Namche Bazaar – lodge.
  • Day 18
    Trek to Lukla for return flight to Kathmandu – lodge.
  • Day 19
    By air to Kathmandu, airport reception and transfer to hotel – hotel.
  • Day 20
    Guided sightseeing and shopping, PM team dinner – hotel.
  • Day 21
    Depart Kathmandu.

Cost Includes

  • Arrival & Departure Transport By private Car/Van/Bus.
  • Three meals a day during the Trekking (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)
  • Accommodation in Tea House during the Trekking.
  • Trekking Guide with Insurance
  • Trekking Porters if needed with Insurance
  • Flight ticket for guide Kathmandu/Lukla/Kathmandu
  • Flight ticket for Clients Kathmandu/Lukla/Kathmandu
  • First Aid kit.
  • Two nights' Accommodation in Kathmandu 2 Star level hotel with bed- and- breakfast basis, (If you like to have a standard Hotel accommodations please do let us know).
  • Kathmandu city and trekking maps.
  • Trekking permit (Conservation fee).
  • Tims card (Trekking information management system) as like a permit.
  • Emergence of helicopter rescue (pay by your insurance)

Cost Excludes

  • International Airfare.
  • Food in Kathmandu lunch and dinner.
  • Nepal Visa fee
  • Any kind of drinks. beverages not included in Includes
  • Tips for Guide and Porters
  • Items of personal expenses like hot shower, battery charge, telephone etc.

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 +977-9851037083

ALTITUDE CHART


ALTITUDE ACCLIMATIZATION

To get the most from your trek, and to stay safe, it is important to follow acclimatization guidelines. At Makalu Adventure, whenever possible, we follow the acclimatization formula set out by Drs Jim Duff and Peter Gormly; experts in Wilderness Medicine. "Above 2000m, altitude illness is a possibility and above 2500m it becomes common".

"As a rough guide, above 2500m the maximum daily height gain between sleeping altitudes should not exceed 400m, with a rest day every third day or after every 1000m of sleeping ascent".

"Avoid overexertion and breathlessness while acclimatizing, stay well hydrated, avoid alcohol, excess caffeine, salt and protein, your diet should be 70% carbohydrate above 3500m".

Why Choose Makalu Adventure

Makalu Adventure has been trading for over 28 years; is one of the leading trek and expedition agents in Nepal and is used as in-country agent by several international adventure companies. At the helm is Mohan Lamsal (MD) assisted by head trekking guide Tenging Sherpa and head climbing guide Sanu Sherpa. Teni started trekking as a porter aged 14 and has hiked every trail in Nepal, many times! Sanu Sherpa has the distinction of having climbed all 14, 8,000m peaks, twice! Mohan Lamsal is not only MD of Makalu Adventure, he is also the General Secretary of the Nepal Mountaineering Association. You are in safe hands with Makalau Adventure.

Client Reviews

EXCELLENT : (5 / 5.0 ) 94

100% recommend this Package.
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  • Michal Wensierski
    Poland/England

    Excellent service and a welcome by Makalu Adventure

    My name is Michal from Poland/England. I summitted Everest on 15th May 2025, 07:55 AM despite of heavy winds. Me and my Sherpa Phurba were only two people to summit on that day. I summitted with Makalu Adventure which is a great company, with great people and amazing supplies. Everything you need, from base camp to....
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  • Rhisael Rabe
    Philipines

    Great Service! Very good company Makalu Adventure for Expedition

    I successfully climbed Mt Everest (8848.86 m). The climbing was much adventurous and challenging than other peaks I submitted before. Well it was definitely dangerous and thrilling but what made it easier and worth it was Makalu Adventures. I'm so glad my friend recommended me Makalu Adventure. The whole trip was so well organized, the sherpas (Phurba Onggel Sherpa and Dasange Sherpa) guided us all the way to the summit making the journey smooth. I had a lot of fun and the accommodation along with the food was great even in the higher altitude which I did not foresee. It was an experience to remember for a lifetime. Thank you Makalu Adventures for a great adventure. Great services
  • Babar Ali
    Bangladesh

    Historic moment unfolded in the world of mountaineering




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  • Georges Abou Rjeili
    Canada

    Thank you Makalu Adventure team for organizing Everest Expedition Journey

    Hello my name is Georges Abou Rjeili from Canada and I just completed summitting Everest with Makalu Adventure. Overall it's a great company and I would recommend it for everyone. Thank you




  • Gabriella Nicola Nel
    South Africa

    Wonderful experience of World's Highest Mountain Mt. Everest (8848.86 m) climbing

    My name is Gabriella Nicola Nel, I just submitted Mount Everest with Makalu Adventure. It was an incredible experience; we did have some hiccups in terms of getting frostbite on the way down from the summit and I'd just like to thank Mohan and the Makalu Adventure team for organizing a long long rescue from Camp 3 which is extremely difficult and I believe that the company saved my life with a successful Summit. As well for the season which was a very dangerous season I'd just like to thank everyone from Makalu Adventure.




  • Thomas G Masterson
    Canada

    Thanks Makalu Adventure team for organizing trip to Top of the World

    I climbed of Mount Everest with Makalu Adventure. We got to Camp three on Everest and the quality of the Sherpas in helping was excellent and the quality of the food in both base and advanced base camp was very good.



  • Michael
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    Wonderful Experience and thanks to Makalu Adventure for organizing trip

  • Saman Tahmooresi
    Iran

    Many thanks to Makalu Adventure

    Saman Tahmooresi has successfully climbed World's highest Mountain Mt. Everest (8848.86 m) on 13th May 2022





  • Arthur George Prestidge
    -

    Wonderful adventure Experience of Himalayas and Climbing

    Arthur George Prestidge has successfully climbed World's highest Mountain Mt. Everest (8848.86 m)


  • Akke Rahman
    Bangladesh

    Thanks to Mohan Lamsal and Makalu Adventure team for organizing trip to Top of the World

    Thanks to Mohan Lamsal and Makalu Adventure team for organizing trip to Top of the World, Mt. Everest. Yahoo, I successfully climbed the Top of the World : Mount Everest 8848M on Friday 13th May 2020 07:30 AM


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