In fact, Gokyo Cho La Pass Trek is the second pass of Nepal’s Three Passes on Everest. This pass is probably the most frequently crossed by trekkers in the Everest Region. Behind popular, this pass connects the two most popular valleys which are Everest Base Camp and GOKYO VALLEY.
Maximum Altitude
5,545m (18,132 feet)
Start / End Point
Kathmandu/Kathmandu
Trip Duration
14 Days
Group Size
1 to 20
Best Time
Autumn and Fall
Difficulty Level
Challenging, Streunous
Nature of Trek
Teahouses/Lodge
Cost for GOKYO CHO LA PASS TREK
Accoring to our plan for Trekking to Gokyo Cho La Pass Trek with Everest Base Camp Trek, it cost USD 1275 per person(based on 2 participants, double occupancy basis). Since this package includes most of the things necessary things regarding trekking, we can say it is an all-inclusive package. And our PACKAGE PRICE is very reasonable for 14 days EBC with Gokyo Renjo La. Hence , we can say that we’re offering GUIDED PACKAGE at the BEST PRICE.
PRICE FOR GOKYO CHO LA PASS TREKKING [ GUIDED PACKAGE ]
In Everest Region, Gokyo Cho La Pass with Everest Base Camp is the most adventurous and worthwhile trekking.
This trip combines the 2 most well-known trails, Everest Base Camp and Gokyo Lake Trek including Cho La Pass. Moreover, during the journey, you will get a chance to see Gokyo Ri, Kalap Pattar, Namche Bazzar, Gorak Shep, Tengboche, and Everest Base Camp.
Nonetheless, upon visiting Everest Base Camp, this trip goes to Gokyo Lakes Side via Cho La Pass.
In terms of walking hours, mostly 5 to 6 hours walk. Having said that, some of the day on our plan, it requires to walk 8 – 9 hours.
On the way to Cho La, you will not only get to chance to see mountains but also waterfalls, Chortens, prayer flags, rhododendrons, and Pine Forest.
How to cross Cho La Pass?
To cross Cho La, we should stay overnight at Thagnak. Upon staying at Thagna, we should be ready to start the hike around 4-5 am. Upon leaving Thagnak, we will reach Cho La(5330m)
Why you Love EBC Gokyo Cho La Pass Trek – Review of Trail
In fact, Everest Base Camp with Gokyo Lake Via Cho La will be perfect for those tourists who want to make the best adventure trip in Nepal with challenges. As it combines most of the beautiful places(viewpoints ) of the Everest Region, you should visit this trail to store the beauty of nature in your eye.
Trekking to Everest Base Camp Links to Gokyo Cho La Pass begins and Ends in Lukla(gateway of Everest). On our 14 days In the itinerary, we use 1 day for acclimatization at Namche BazaarBazaar.
It is that type of trail that links the 2 most demanded treks in a single trip. Everest, They are Everest Base Camp and Gokyo Valley. To combine this trail, there are mountains in Khumbu Everest. That passes is known as Cho La Pass. The elevation of Cho La is 5330m from sea level.
Highlights of Trip
Gokyo Lakes and Valleys
Chola Pass is one of the highest passes (5420m) in the Everest region.
Namche Bazaar
Superb views of eight thousand plus peaks and many more mountains
Popular spots such as Gokyo Village, Gokyo Ri, and the Gokyo Lakes
A challenging hike to Gokyo RI, Chukkung Ri, and Kalapathar
Everest Base Camp (EBC)
The thrilling views of Mt. Everest, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Makalu, Mt. Cho Oyu, and many others.
If you want to extend Everest Base Camp Trek, you can add on Cho La pass to see amazing Gokyo Valleys and continue trek to back Lukla.
Similarly, if you want to do Gokyo Lakes treks at first and at the same time you want to GO EVEREST BASE CAMP, at that situation you should do Chola Pass. After Chola Pass from Gokyo Side, you can go to Everest Base Camp Side. It’s often talked about in terms of its glacier crossing (which is also used to scare people out of attempting Cho La), but it’s not nearly as dramatic as people (who probably haven’t even been over Cho La) make it out to be.
Option 1: Everest Base Camp Trek – Cho La – Gokyo Lakes
Being Everest Base Camp Trek is the most popular, you can combine this high pass with the most popular EBC Trek. But keep in mind, if EBC sides, it will be an anti-clock pass.
Option 2: Gokyo Valley Trek – Cho La – Everest Base Camp
Upon exploring Gokyo Valley, you can go for a Himalayan pass which is known as Cho La. From the Gokyo side, it will be an anti-clockwise Chola pass.
Everest Base Camp Chola Pass Gokyo trek is suitable for those adventure lovers who want to emerge themselves into the challenging journey. Though it is a challenging journey, we made an itinerary where the required rest day for acclimatization is included. So don’t worry about the passes and difficulties of Chola Pass.
In summary, on this 14 journey trekkers can climb Gokyo Ri, Chukkung Ri, Gokyo Lakes, Ngumpa Glacier, Gokyo Valley, and Kalapathar from where one can experience the best views of 8000 thousand peaks such as Mt. Everest, Cho Oyu, Lhotse, and Makalu. More to say, you’ll see dozens of mountains during the Cho La Trek.
GOKYO CHO LA PASS Via Everest Base Camp Trek ITINERARY – 14 DAYS
Days
Itinerary
Altitude
Hour
Day 1
Kathmandu to Lukla & Trek to Bengkar
2698m/8822ft
4-5 hr
Day 2
Bengkar to Namche Bazaar
3440m/11283ft
5-6 hr
Day 3
Acclimatization Day – Day Hike up to Everest View Hotel
3440m/11283ft
4-5 hr
Day 4
Trekking to DOLE
4040m/13,255ft
5-6 hr
Day 5
Dole to Machhermo
4150m/13,615ft
4-5 hr
Day 6
Trekking to Gokyo Lake
4750m/15584ft
5 hr
Day 7
Hike Gokyo Ri(5360m/17585ft), trek to Thagnak
4661m/15292ft
6-7 hr
Day 8
Chola Pass and Trek to Dzongla
4830m/15846ft
5-6 hr
Day 9
Dzongla to Lobuche
4930m/16,175ft
4-5 hr
Day 10
Trek to Everest Base Camp and back to Gorakshep
5380m/17651ft
7-8 hr
Day 11
Hike to Kala Pattar(5545m/18192ft), trek back to Pheriche
4243m/13921ft
9 hr
Day 12
Trek to Namche Bazaar
3440m/11283ft
7-8 hr
Day 13
Trekking to Lukla
2886m/9489ft
7-8 hr
Day 14
Fly to Kathmandu
1400/4600ft
35 minutes
What includes and what excludes on Package?
The followings are the list of inclusion and Exclusion on our package.
All other things which are not mentioned in INCLUDED
FAQs
How difficult is the Gokyo Cho La Pass?
It is a more difficult pass than Renjola and Kongma La because this pass lies at a higher altitude than others.
When is the best time to do Renjo La?
March to May and September to Mid December is the best time to do Cho La.
How long is Cho La Trekking?
It is a 14-day long trek.
What types of accommodation and meals are available?
Teahouses/Lodges.
Reviews
Great views, unforgettable experience
Rated 5 out of 5
February 5, 2021
We did the Gokyo Cho La Pass trek in December 2019 (winter time) and it was very cold, especially in the morning and night.
However, we saw one of the best views from Gokyo Ri. Our trip was organized by Base Camp Hike. And everything was perfect. Thanks, Jayaram for proving us with one of the best guides (Bishnu).
Next time, we’ll back to Nepal for Annapurna Circuit Trekking and used the same company and guide.
Fared Georgis
Wonderful Gokyo Cho La Pass Trekking
Rated 5 out of 5
February 5, 2021
We did trekking to Gokyo Cho La Pass Trekking with Guide Som from Company Base Camp Hike. It was a wonderful trip where we saw amazing lakes with crystal-clear water. We climbed Gokyo Ri early in the morning and enjoyed with sunrise and views of Everest, Lhotse, Cho Oyu, and other snow-capped mountains.
