Nepal
“Quite literally an unforgettable experience. You couldn’t be in better hands with the Fit4 team. Can’t wait for the next trip.”
Everest Base Camp, Gokyo lake, and the two passes, Nepal
This trip offers an incredible opportunity to explore Nepal and hike to Everest Base Camp, following lesser trodden valleys and visiting the magnificent Gokyo Lake. Our journey takes us over two high mountain passes, firstly the Ranjo La pass (5,360m) before tackling the mighty Chola Pass (5,420m) a few days later. Fit4 have trialled and tested this route and put together a tailored itinerary for what we believe makes the perfect Himalayan adventure.
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Accommodation - hotels in Kathmandu before and after the trek. Tea houses during the trek (shared twin rooms, single supplement available)
Meals - Hot breakfast, lunch, dinner during the trek, pack lunch provided for Renjo La and Chola pass
Welcome dinner in Kathmandu
All airport transfers
Round trip flight between Kathmandu - Lukla
Sagarmantha National Park Fee, TIMS permits & all required permits and official documentation
UK expedition leader*
English speaking and experienced Sherpa Guides (1:4 ratio) (Govt. Trained)
Porter to carry your things on the trek (up to 10kg)
Personal insurance for Nepalese staff
Expedition duffle bag
Pre trip meeting (online or in London at least 6 weeks prior to trip departure)
Training tips
10% off all of UK trips in year of travel
*UK expedition leader if more than 4 trekkers booked
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International flights
Nepal entry visa fees
Personal equipment
Travel insurance and vaccinations
Soft drinks and snacks during the trek
Tips for local staff
If you are interested in coming to Nepal with Fit4, get in touch, and we can provide you with a detailed itinerary and quote. To book onto this trip we require a 50% deposit at the time of booking.
Itinerary
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Day one
Arrive in Kathmandu
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Day two
Spend the day in Kathmandu and get ready for the trek
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Day three
Fly to Lukla and trek to Phakding (2,650m)
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Day four
Trek from Phakding to Namche (3,450m)
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Day five
Spend the day in Namche or hike to Khumjung to help acclimatisation
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Day six
Trek from Namche to Thame (3,790m)
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Day seven
Trek from Thame to Lumde (4,360m)
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Day eight
Contingency day
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Day nine
Trek from Lumde to Gokyo via Renjo-La Pass (5360m)
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Day ten
Trek from Gokyo to Thangnak (4,000m)
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Day eleven
Trek from Thangnak to Dzongla via the Cho La pass (5,420m)
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Day twelve
Trek from Dzongla to Lobuche
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Day thirteen
Trek from Lobuche to Gorakshep and visit Everest Base Camp
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Day fourteen
Trek to Kalapathar and down to Lobuche
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Day fifteen
Trek from Lobuche to Pangboche
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Day sixteen
Trek from Pangboche to Namche
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Day seventeen
Trek from Namche to Lukla
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Day eighteen
Return from Lukla to Kathmandu
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Day nineteen
Contingency day
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Day twenty
Farewell and end of our trip
FAQs
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As we are staying in teahouses, you can expect three hot filling meals a day. All food is cooked to order and there is a range of choices from the traditional Nepali Dahl baht to spaghetti or even pizza. Jire, our local guide, always recommends dal baht before big days in the mountains. “Dal baht power, for 24 hours”.
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No, each guest will be able to have 10kg of luggage carried by one of our superhuman porters. All you need to carry is a small day bag with an extra layer, water and maybe a few snacks.
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Once you have signed up to the trip we will provide a comprehensive kit list and videos explaining what you need for the trip. If you have any questions beforehand, please get in touch.
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Yes. If you are vegetarian or vegan, it should be pretty easy for you in the mountains as we recommend that guests eat vegetarian food whilst they are on the trek.
If you have a specific dietary requirement, please let us know and we can chat with you about any concerns and make arrangements.
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We have created a trip which we think is the perfect route around the Khumbu region, it avoids the busy Everest Base camp trail and passes lesser trodden trails through beautiful valleys. The two high mountain passes are great challenges and have truly incredible views. We have also planned the route carefully to try and do everything possible to ensure controlled acclimatisation and so prevent altitude sickness.
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Yes, we work with Nepali licensed guides and porters. We want to support the local economy in Nepal as well as ensure you get the best service possible. Having guides who have lived in these mountains their whole life is a huge benefit to the trip. Jire, a proud father of 5 children, will be our lead local guide. 2 of his sons work alongside him and together they make a team like no other. He is a very experienced guide, with an extremely caring nature and will ensure that you stay healthy and happy along the way. The ratio for guides to guests will be 4:1.
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Yes*.
A qualified international mountain leader will be with the group on this trip ensuring that your safety is top priority and helping with the smooth running of the trip
*if there are less than 4 guests unfortunately we are unable to send a group leader. However, we are working with a well established Nepali company and local guides that we have worked with before. Either way we are confident that you will be well looked after either way and have a great trip.
