GOKYO LAKES AND EVEREST BASE CAMP
21-day trek in Nepal
21 days
4/5
12 people max.
A stunning, historic route to challenge yourself and enjoy an unforgettable adventure! This trek will take you to the foot of the highest mountains in the world, with some breathtaking viewpoints.
You will also be able to explore the villages and meet the locals. This enchanting trek will amaze you more and more each day as you see the many different faces of the Khumbu.
Let’s go and meet the Sherpa!
3995,00 €
About this trip
You will also be able to explore the villages and meet the locals. This enchanting trek will amaze you more and more each day as you see the many different faces of the Khumbu.
Let’s go and meet the Sherpa!

Pierrick Delattre
+33 (0)6 65 93 29 29
contact@watse.fr
As a true mountain lover, he has made the area his playground and his profession, always with your happiness as his goal. He will take you off the beaten track on routes that he has designed and mapped himself. Sharing his experience and passion with you every step of the way, you can entrust yourself completely to his guidance.
Highlights of the trip
You will then be ready to start your walk to the village of Phakding, where you will spend your first night in a lodge.
On arrival in the village, you will be surprised to discover a lively atmosphere and many small shops.
To do this, you can go and explore the villages overlooking the capital of Sherpa country. From these heights, you will be treated to your first views of Ama Dablam, Everest, Lhotse and the entire upper Khumbu region.
A quick trip to Khumjung and then it’s back down to Namche for the night.
You will reach a small mountain pass before descending to the village of Khumjung. On the way down, you will have superb views of the summit of Ama Dablam.
You will spend the night at Phortse Thanga, perched at 3,675 m (12,055 ft) above sea level.
The day will end at a magical place where the mountains are reflected in the calm waters of Lake Gokyo.
Your route back down takes you through the moraine of the glacier to reach the village of Dragnag.
From here, a new valley opens up and you can enjoy magnificent views of Ama Dablam. From the pass, you will walk down to the hamlet of Dzongla (4,830 m / 15,845 ft).
All that remains is to descend to Gorak Shep, "the sand lake", where you will spend the night.
You will feel very small at the foot of the dreaded Ice Fall and its famous ladders.
Finally, a gentle descent to Lobuche, leaving Everest and some unforgettable experiences behind you.
You will see some human life again and find a warm welcome as you pass through villages and among farmers working in their fields, until you reach Pangboche.
After crossing a footbridge at Phunki, there is a gentle ascent to Namche Bazar.
The capital has plenty of small shops and restaurants to choose from. You can also chat with the locals and even take some cultural tours if you so wish.
A few purchases of traditional objects and products will allow you to take part of this magnificent trek in Nepal back home with you!
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Practical information
Time difference
Safety
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Information published on the website of the French Ministry of Foreign Affairs is subject to change and is provided for guidance only. Furthermore, please remember that no country or region of the world can be considered safe from the risk of terrorism.
Climate
Nepal has every kind of climate and the weather changes with altitude: a tropical climate in the Terai jungle, temperate in the valleys and cold in the high mountains.
Nepal’s climate varies enormously according to the region and seasons. The country’s latitude is roughly equivalent to that of Florida, with a similar tropical and subtropical climate in the Terai region. However, outside the Terai, the climate is completely different. The remarkable differences in climatic conditions are generally related to the enormous range of altitude within a short distance, from north to south.
The presence of the east-west trend and the Himalayan ranges to the north, as well as the alternating wet and dry monsoon seasons, also contribute greatly to local climatic variations.
The climate in Nepal allows for stays in all seasons. But for our trips, the recommended periods are spring and autumn.
When staying at altitude, always bring a good fleece, a down jacket for the evenings and a good sleeping bag for the night, even in summer.
The climate in Nepal month by month:
- January to February:
It’s cool and the high mountain passes are snow-covered, but the sky is blue and with a good fleece, everything will be fine. - March, April, May and early June:
This is a very good time for big treks. The weather is fine, you can see the mountains and the rhododendrons are in bloom. - Mid-June to mid-September:
This is the monsoon season, but most of the rain comes at night. The atmosphere is very special and the light is perfect for photos. There are some fantastic big festivals in the valleys. - Mid-September to mid-November:
This is also a very good time for big treks. - From mid-November to end of December:
It’s a bit cold in December, but it never freezes in Kathmandu
Infos
Luggage
Transport
We use small aircraft for the liaison between Kathmandu and Lukla. Private taxi in Kathmandu.
Air
Electricity
Meals
Meals are at your own expense in Kathmandu and during international flights.
During the trek, we have morning and evening meals at the lodges. We organise picnic lunches or eat in lodges on the way at lunchtime. The food in Nepal is simple but good. Meals consist mostly of rice, pasta and vegetables and there is not much meat. The traditional dish is Dhal Bhat (rice and lentils) and this can be eaten anywhere in Nepal, as well as in the mountains.
Please let us know if you have any food allergies when you register for the trip.
Accomodation
During the trek, you will stay in lodges. These are similar to the mountain refuges in France and can be very basic. There is always a warm atmosphere.
They usually have a common room with a stove, a kitchen, usually bedrooms but sometimes dormitories. There is not always heating, and the toilets are often rudimentary and outside. Any hot showers during the trek are at your own expense and must be paid for on site. The same applies to fees for charging mobile phones.
The community lodges are run by the villagers, with the profits going to the community to maintain the schools.
Hotel in Kathmandu.
Nights at the top of the valley are spent in tents.
The Everest region and in particular the Everest Base Camp trek is certainly the most popular area for trekkers. It is a beautiful region and the world’s highest peak attracts many people who, quite rightly, wish to visit its base camp.
This results in real overcrowding during the two peak seasons in spring and autumn. This may lead to slight changes in the programme due to lodge bookings. In the worst case it may be possible to sleep in a tent.
Watse does its utmost to provide you with the best possible service, but we are dependent on the conditions in the area at certain times.
Health and vaccines
No compulsory vaccines.
However, vaccination against yellow fever becomes compulsory if you have previously stayed in or transited through a country in an endemic zone.
We strongly recommend that you make sure you are up to date with the standard vaccinations: diphtheria-tetanus-poliomyelitis, whooping cough, tuberculosis, typhoid fever, hepatitis A and B.
In the event of a prolonged stay, during the transmission period, it is advisable to be immunised against Japanese encephalitis.
Malaria is present all year round below 2,000 m (6,560 ft) altitude and especially in the rural areas of the Terai – zone 2 classification. Antimalarial treatment is necessary. Consult your GP.
Antimalarials are not necessary for a trek in Nepal. The treks usually take place above the altitude in which the carrier mosquitos are present. At lower altitudes, at the beginning and end of the tour, the areas crossed may present some risk of transmission.
As a preventive measure, provide personal protection against mosquito bites (repellent, loose-fitting clothing).
We recommend that you have a check-up with your dentist before you leave.
Ifremmont
Supervision
Qualified French mountain leader for the entire trip, as well as a local team composed of a local guide, helpers and porters.
Formalities and Visa
For French, Belgian, Luxembourg and Swiss nationals:
- Your passport needs to be valid for 6 months after the date of exit from Nepal, with at least one blank page;
- A tourist visa, which will be issued on arrival in Kathmandu, for a maximum of 90 days.
- Please bring a passport photo, dollars in cash (change is not given for euros), and a pen.
- The visa application form (in English) is available from the room just before the visa offices. Please check that the official on duty has glued and stamped your visa in your passport to avoid having to pay for a second visa when you leave.
Consular fees (for general guidance purposes, for a single or multiple entry visa):
$25 (or equivalent in €) for a maximum of 15 days in the country;
$40 (or equivalent in €) for a maximum of 30 days in the country;
$100 (or equivalent in €) for a maximum of 90 days in the country.
As these formalities may change, please check with the consular authorities in your country to ensure that they are accurate. Each individual traveller is responsible for complying with the entry requirements of the countries they visit. Watse cannot be held responsible for any changes in formalities.
BUDGET, CURRENCY AND TIPS
- 1 beer between 300 and 500 rupees
- 1 coca cola between 150 and 300 rupees
- 1 tea between 50 and 100 rupees
- 1 hot shower 250 rupees (average price)
- 1 phone or camera battery recharge: 250 rupees (average price)
Registration
By post:
Ask us for a registration form
- By phone: +33 (0)665 932929
- Or email: contact@watse.fr
Send us your registration along with a copy of your passport, your details (postal address, phone numbers and email address) and a deposit of 30% of the cost of the trip.
Also, if you wish to take out a Comfort or Comfort Multi-risk cancellation insurance policy, this must be paid at the same time as the deposit when you register. You can consult the insurance contracts on our website.
On the internet:
Book your stay directly on our website: on the page for the trip by selecting your date and insurance options.
PLEASE NOTE: Airfares will be maintained until 3 months before departure and may be readjusted if necessary if you are booking less than 3 months before.
Insurance and assistance
We strongly advise you to take out insurance for the duration of the trip.
We offer two tailored insurance policies: Comfort Cancellation and Comfort Multi-risk to be taken out when you register for the trip.
Details of this insurance cover can be provided on request or can be viewed by clicking here.
There are other insurance options available, such as Mondial Assistance, your own insurance company or the Club Alpin Français. You should check that they cover trekking.
Make sure that your insurance covers all medical costs in the event of an accident.
It is essential that you check and ensure that you have insurance cover for mountain rescue costs. If this is the case, you must provide us with the following information prior to your departure on the trek:
A certificate from the insurance company stating that mountain rescue costs are covered.
The contract number and telephone number of the assistance centre.
Be aware of the restrictive clauses contained in certain insurance policies (particularly those linked to bank cards such as Visa Premier, Gold or others), for example mountain insurance restricted to snow activities and altitude sickness not recognised as an illness requiring repatriation, resulting in refusal to repatriate.
Please check the actual content of your insurance and make the necessary arrangements where required.
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Added benefits from Watse
GUIDES TRAINED IN HIGH ALTITUDE TREKKING
This itinerary respects the necessary stages of acclimatization as far as possible. Our team is specially trained in high altitude trekking so that you can enjoy your adventure in complete safety and benefit from equipment suited to the stage of the climb.
WATSE'S EXPERTISE AND EXPERIENCE IN TREKKING IN NEPAL
Our team has been running trips to Nepal for many years!
The guides are all very involved in the culture of the country. This in-depth knowledge of the terrain will allow you to experience a unique stay.
DUAL SUPERVISION FOR AN IMMERSIVE EXPERIENCE
A local team will liaise with your Watse guide to ensure your trek is well-supervised all round. With advice, anecdotes and experiences to share, they will give your adventure an extra dimension!
Next dates and prices
“GOKYO LAKES AND EVEREST BASE CAMP” TREK IN NEPAL
WHAT’S INCLUDED IN YOUR TRIP
- International flights and airport taxes
- Travel overland as described in the programme
- Accommodation in hotels and lodges
- Supervision by a qualified French mountain leader and a local French-speaking guide. Porters and helpers
- Insurance for the local team
- Everest National Park trekking permit
- TIMS (Trekking Information Management Service)
- The IFREMMONT SOS MAM service, a group of doctors specialised in altitude who can be reached by satellite telephone 7 days a week and 24 hours a day (as long as communication can be established)
- A hyperbaric chamber as well as a first aid kit adapted to the altitude
WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED IN YOUR TRIP
- Visa fees
- Meals in the city of Kathmandu and during international transfers
- Cold or fizzy drinks in general
- Personal hiking and travel equipment (boots/shoes, poles, sleeping bag, personal toiletries, etc.)
- Single room supplements in the accommodation
- Hot water in the lodges
- Battery recharging in the lodges
- Cancellation and repatriation assistance insurance to be taken out at the time of registration
- Anything not listed in the “What’s included in your trip” section
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