Highlights
- Hike to Gokyo Ri (5,357 m), a view point with astonishing view of Cho Oyu's full face and portions of Mt. Everest
- Worthwhile challenge for physically fit runners
- Below the massive southern wall of Lhotse and Nuptse
- 360 degree view of Himalayas
Introduction
The Special package is an opportunity for Trail Runners to explore the Everest Region along with running at the World’s highest Marathon, Everest Marathon. Everest Marathon with Gokyo Valley is a extraordinary package which takes participants to Gokyo lake (4,800m), a hike to Gokyo ri(5,357 m) and requires crossing a pass,Cho-la pass at 5,367m. Witnessing astonishing views of mountains from Gokyo ri and Cho-la pass, participants get to hike to Kalapattar (5,545 m) to witness close up views of Mt. Everest.
After a scenic trek, participants will run from Dingboche to Namche Bazaar at the Everest Marathon, completing the grand adventure.
Itinerary Descriptions
Arrive in Kathmandu. Transfer to Event Hotel.
Morning Sightseeing tour of Kathmandu. Preparation day for the trek.
Fly to Lukla and Trek to Phakding 2,640 m
Distance: 11km
Time: 6 hrs.
Trek to Namche Bazaar 3,440 m
Distance: 15km approximately
Time: 5 hrs.
Rest day at Namche Bazaar for acclimatization and excursion.
Trek to Dole 4,110 m
Time: 5hrs.
Trek to Machhermo 4,470 m
Time: 5hrs.
Trek to Gokyo Lake (4,800m)
Time: 4hrs.
Rest day at Gokyo for acclimatization and excursion.
Hike to Gokyo ri (5,357m) and trek to Thagnag (4,750m)
Time: 4hrs.
Cross Cho-la pass (5,367m) to reach Dzongla (4,850m)
Time: 6hrs.
Trek to Lobuche (4,840 m)
Time: 5hrs.
Trek to Gorakshep, 5100m
Time: 5 hrs.
Trek to Everest Base Camp (5,364 m), hike to Kalapattar (5,545 m) and fall back to Dingboche
Time: 5 hrs
Marathon Day – Dingboche to Namche Bazaar.
Distance: 21km
Trek to Monjo
Time: 3hrs.
Trek to Lukla
Distance: 10km
Time: 4 hrs.
Fly back to Kathmandu and transfer to respective hotels.
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