Challenge yourself on the Everest Circuit Trek, a breathtaking journey that combines the classic Everest Base Camp route with the stunning Gokyo Lakes and a high-altitude crossing of the Cho La pass. This carefully paced adventure takes you beyond the standard trails, offering a more immersive and varied Himalayan experience, with expansive mountain panoramas, glacial lakes, and remote valleys less travelled by most trekkers.
The Everest Circuit Trek provides a diverse and scenic journey, crossing rugged high passes and taking in sweeping views of Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, and Cho Oyu from multiple vantage points. Gokyo Ri at 5483m (17,988ft) and Kala Pattar at 5545m (18,192ft) provide two of the best viewpoints in the Himalaya, while the non-technical Cho La Pass at 5420m (17,782ft) presents a stunning crossing with breathtaking views towards Tibet’s 8000m (26,247ft) peak, Cho Oyu.
The adventure begins with a scenic flight into Lukla, followed by gradual acclimatisation as we make our way through Sherpa villages, including Namche Bazaar, Khumjung, and Khunde. The trek passes through monasteries such as Thyangboche and Pangboche, offering moments of tranquility and insight into Sherpa Buddhist culture. Reaching Everest Base Camp at 5360m (17,585ft) is a highlight, and during the peak expedition season from March to May, you may witness climbers preparing for their summit bids.
This Everest Circuit Trek prioritises comfort and sustainability, with stays in exclusive Eco-Comfort Camps and carefully selected eco-lodges. These private, low-impact camps provide raised beds, clean linen, warm dining areas, and a more immersive experience with our Sherpa team, who share their culture and stories along the way.
With a well-paced itinerary featuring built-in acclimatisation days, this Everest Circuit Trek is suited for fit and adventurous trekkers looking for a challenge beyond the standard Everest Base Camp trek. Our all-inclusive approach ensures that meals, unlimited drinking water, domestic flights, permits, and porter assistance are included, along with a Trek Pack featuring a high-quality down jacket and sleeping bag. Many other treks require extra payments for meals, water, and gear rental, but our inclusions provide outstanding value with no hidden costs.
For trekkers looking for the ultimate Everest trek, this high-altitude trekking adventure through Gokyo Lakes, Cho La Pass, and Everest Base Camp is the perfect way to experience the best of the Everest region.