Gokyo Cho La Pass Trek

5.0★★★★★ based on 2 reviews
TRIP DURATION 14 Days
DIFFICULTY Adventure
MAX ALTITUDE 5,545meter or 18,132 feet
MEALS B.L.D. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
GROUP SIZE 1 to 10 Persons
ACCOMMODATION Teahouses / Lodge
BEST SEASON Autumn and Spring
START / END POINT Kathmandu

Gokyo Cho La Pass Trek is the second pass of Everest Three Passes. This pass is probably the most frequently crossed by trekkers in the Everest Region. Behind it’s popularity, this pass connects the two most popular valleys and they are Everest Base Camp Section and GOKYO VALLEY.

If you want to extend Everest Base Camp Trek, you can add on Cho La pass to see the amazing Gokyo Valleys and continue the 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 Cho La Pass. After Cho La 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 a 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 Cost

Cost for the Gokyo Cho La Pass Trek guided package:

According to our plan, the Gokyo Cho La Pass Trek cost USD 1395 per person ( based on 2 participants ). The daily cost of trekking to Gokyo Lake Cho La varies depending on the package price offered by the agency, the group size, and the trek duration. For instance, if you opt for a 14-day trek with us, it will be the daily expenditure of approximately 100 USD per person per day, assuming double occupancy.

Since our 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 affordable for 14 days itinerary which includes Gokyo Renjo La Pass with Everest Base Camp Trek.  Hence, we can say that we’re offering Gokyo Cho La Pass guided trek package at the BEST PRICE.

Affordable package price for the GOKYO CHO LA PASS TREK in 2026

Group Size Price Per Person Trip Experience & Value
1 Person Solo Trekker USD 1,750 100% Private Guide & Custom Pace
2 Persons Most Popular USD 1,395 Standard Pair Rate (Twin Share)
3 Persons USD 1,390 Small Private Group
4 Persons USD 1,380 Friends / Family Rate
5 Persons USD 1,375 Friends / Family Rate
6 Persons USD 1,360 Group Discount Applied
7 Persons USD 1,353 Group Discount Applied
8 Persons USD 1,330 Group Discount Applied
9 Persons USD 1,325 Group Discount Applied
10 Persons USD 1,310 Group Discount Applied
11 to 19 Persons Group Rate USD 1,305 Group Rate — Price Per Person
20 to 29 Persons Large Group USD 1,300 Large Group Rate — Price Per Person
30 and more Persons Best Group Rate USD 1,290 Lowest Guaranteed Group Rate

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Gokyo Cho La Pass with Everest Base Camp Trekking

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 Bazaar, 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 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 trekking to EBC Gokyo Cho La Pass?

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 Bazaar.

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 pass is known as Cho La Pass. The elevation of Cho La is 5330m from sea level.

  • 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.
  • Sagarmatha National Park

GOKYO CHO LA PASS Via Everest Base Camp Trek ITINERARY – 14 DAYS

Days Itinerary Altitude Hour
Day 1 Kathmandu to Lukla & Trek to Phakding 2610m/8563ft 3-4 hr
Day 2 Phakding 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
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What’s included and excluded in our affordable package?

Included in the package:

  • Airport Pick up and Drop off by private transport for Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu flight
  • Flight Tickets ( Kathmandu/Ramechhap – Lukla – Kathmandu/Ramechhap) including Guide’s Flight
  • All required Trekking Permits
  • Twin Sharing Teahouse accommodation during the trekking
  • Standard full-board meals (14 breakfasts, 13 lunches, and 13 dinners), with one main course per meal
  • An Experienced Government Licensed holder Trekking Guide
  • All expenses of Guide including his insurance, transportation, and meals
  • Duffel Bag for the trekking ( Should be returned after the trip )
  • First Aid Kit with an Oximeter
  • Trekking Completion CERTIFICATE
  • Government TAXES, VAT, and Company Service Charge

Excluded from the package:

  • Meals and Accommodation during your stay in Kathmandu
  • All types of Drinks and Desserts food
  • Porter for the trek (shared between 2 guests; carries up to 22kg total)
  • All sorts of  Personal Nature Expenses such as snacks, laundry, telephone, Wi-Fi, and Hot Shower during the trekking
  • Personal trekking equipment and Clothing
  • Additional costs that may arise from factors beyond our control, such as adverse weather conditions, illness, strikes, or other unforeseen circumstances
  • Tip for Guide ( Expected )
  • All other things which are not mentioned in the 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.

Gokyo Cho La Pass TrekkingReviews

Great views, unforgettable experience

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

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.

Sally Mae

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