Day 6 Dole To Machhermo - EBC & Gokyo Lakes Circuit - Himalayan Trek, Nepal 2022

Leaving Dole we continue our journey upwards through the alpine valley. After only a few hours we arrive at Machhermo (4470m), stopping at Luza along the way for morning tea. In the afternoon we take an acclimitisation hike up to Kyazo Ri (4664m) in windy conditions, but with stunning views.
The Gokyo Lakes & Everest Base Camp circuit is a slightly longer route than the traditional EBC trek. It detours from the normal route and heads up the Gokyo valley to Gokyo. Here there are stunning blue lakes, and a steep climb up Gokyo Ri at 5347m, with some of the best views of Mount Everest you will find. From Gokyo you cross the Ngozumpa glacier (longest glacier in Nepal) and the Cho La pass (5361m) back into the Khumbu valley, and then head for base camp (5364m) via Gorak Shep.
I travelled with Exodus Travels, a UK travel company, and our local team were Footloose In The Himalaya, both of which I can thoroughly recommend. Our group was a group of 13, all of whom were wonderful people, and a fantastic mix. I thank them all for their friendship and sharing the experience.
November 16th 2022
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[@reluctantfellrunner]

Amazing views. Some big mountains there.

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Fantastic videos Dan. Love watching them. My Dad was meant to do the EBC trek the other year but had no look with the weather.

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Thank you for watching.
That’s a shame for your dad. The weather plays such a huge part there. I chose to go in November, as although it’s quite cold, the skies are generally clear.