The Everest base camp & Gokyo Lakes trek takes you up the Khumbu valley where there aren't as many tourists as on the main trail to the base camp. Experience the hospitality of the Sherpas while enjoying views of Mt. Everest, Amadablam, Thamserku, Cho Oyu and Lhotse from the summit of Gokyo RI or just relax around the turquoise blue water of the Gokyo lakes.

Our trek begins at the heart of the Khumbu valley and proceeds in to the Gokyo valley on the 'off the beaten track'. We make our way up to the Gokyo lakes returning on a slightly different route. Here you will be able to view spectacular mountain scenery and enjoy traditional hospitality of the Sherpa people.

On this Everest Trek you might be able to meet up with one of 2 remaining Climbing Sherpas from the 53 Everest Expedition. We also provide you with the privilege to stay in the Lodge of Appa Sherpa the world record holder of 16 Everest summits.

18 Day Khumbu Himal Trek

After sightseeing in Kathmandu, we begin with a flight to Lukla at (2800m). From Lukla we set out to walk along the famous trail to Everest. During our free day in Namche we will be explore the colourful village of Namche and visit the local museum of the Sherpa people.

Mountain Views and Monasteries

We visit traditional villages of Khunde & Khumjung and may have a chance to visit the school and hospital funded by Sir Edmund Hillary.

We'll enjoy fantastic panoramic views of the Khumbu Himal, viewing a grand stretch of summits. The high point of this trek is from Gokyo Ri 5380m. An excellent trek for those who want to see a less frequented valley of Gokyo.

Day		Activities
Day 1	-	Join Kathmandu.
Day 2	-	In Kathmandu, walking tour of old bazaar; visit Pashupatinath temple and Boudhanath Stupa.
Day 3	-	Fly from Kathmandu to Lukla and commence trek to Phakding.
Day 4	-	Namche.
Day 5	-	Rest in Namche.
Day 6	-	Thame.
Day 7	-	Khumjung.
Day 8	-	Deboche
Day 9	-	Dingboche
Day 10	-	Rest day for acclimatisation.
Day 11	-	Lobuche.
Day 12	-	Trek to Kalapathar and overnight Lobuche.
Day 13	-	Pangboche.
Day 14	-	Thore .
Day 15	-	Machermo.
Day 16	-	Gokyo.
Day 17	-	Trek up to Gokyori and walk down to Machermo.
Day 18	-	Kyangjuma .
Day 19	-	Monjo/Phakding.
Day 20	-	Lukla.
Day 21	-	Kathmandu
Day 22	-	Kathmandu
Day 23	-	International departure

Duration	-	23 day with 18 days trekking
Trip Details:	-	Experienced Nepalese guides & Leader Porters to carry personal gear 4 Nights in Kathmandu with half day sightseeing Safe food handling and hygiene on trek
Activities	-	Cultural, Touring, Walking
Trip Grade	-	Challenging
Mode of Travel	-	Private coach, domestic flights.
Group & Staff	-	Min 2, Max 12, Responsible Adventures leader, local guides plus driver.
Accommodation	-	Comfortable lodges throughout 14 day trek
Land Cost	-	Budget Package- USD 1500 ( Deluxe Trip - USD 2500 )
Trip Dates	-	Trip date for 2010	Trip date for 2011
		2nd January - 24th January 2010	1st January - 23rd January 2011
		16th January – 7th February 2010	15th January – 13th February 2011
		30th January - 21st February 2010	29th January - 20th February 2011
		13th February – 7th March 2010	12th February – 6th March 2011
		27th February - 15th March 2010	26th February - 20th March 2011
		13th March - 4th March 2010	12th March - 3rd April 2011
		27th March - 18th April 2010	26th March - 17th April 2011
		10th April – 2nd May 2010	9th April - 1st May 2011
		24th April - 16th May 2010	23rd April - 15th May 2011
		25th September - 17th October 2010	7th May - 29th May 2011
		9th October - 31st October 2010	21st May - 12th June 2011
		23rd October - 14th November 2010	14th May - 5th June 2011
		6th November – 28th November 2010	28th May - 19th June 2011
		20th November -12th December 2010	11th June - 3rd July 2011
		4th December – 26th December 2010	24th September - 16th October 2011
		18th December – 9th January 2011	8th October - 20th October 2011
			22nd October - 13th November 2011
			05th November – 27th November 2011
			19th November -11th December 2011
			3rd December – 25th December 2011
			17th December – 8th January 2012

Note: -Guaranteed to run for a minimum of 2 clients.

• 2/3 Star Hotel in Kathmandu room only basis, twin sharing
• Hotel/ Lodges on twin sharing basis
• All transportation
• Responsible Adventures' Expert Trek leader
• Complimentary T-Shirt
• Use of trekking kit bag during trek
• 1 Assistant guide between 6 trekkers
• Trekking "Chef" - We are the first and only trekking company that has this post
• 1 porter between three trekkers
• Good clothing for porters and crew
• Insurance for crew and porters
• All permits
• Twin sharing room on trek
• Domestic airfare.

• International airport taxes
• Visas
• No meals on whole trip Budget US$15-20 per day for breakfast, Lunch and Dinner on trek (A bit more if you have a bigger appetite)
• All optional additional tours or activities during free time
• Transportation outside of the tour program
• Travel insurance (buy insurance) (Compulsory to have insurance that covers helicopter evacuation)
• Tips(suggested amount; US$35 per week for staff only), Leader's tipping up to your discretion
• Items of a personal nature e.g alcoholic drinks, bottled beverages, laundry, souvenir etc.