Everest Basecamp Trek Via Gokyo Valley-Part 2

November, 2021. Part 2 in our journey to Everest basecamp. This episode takes us from Namche Bazaar up to Gokyo Lakes, where we attempt to summit Gokyo Ri, a 17,500 foot mountain with mind-blowing views.
Thank you Life Himalaya Trekking for guiding us on this incredible journey!
*Music*
“Drifting“ by Future of Forestry
"Songs Of Deliverance" by Ellie Holcomb
"Only Hope I've Got" by Ellie Holcomb
"I Will Carry You" by Ellie Holcomb
"Fighting Words" by Ellie Holcomb
Licensed by The Music Bed, LLC
Additional music generously provided by Ram and Rabin, our talented porters.
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Website: Lylesuch.com

[@stevesinger4066]

That was an unbelievably clear day on top of Gokyo Ri. Wow!

[@lylesuch4421]

We missed snow a week earlier, rain and clouds after our trek, and were really lucky to get the perfect weather while in the Himalayas. It was hard to believe the sky was so perfect the day we summited Gokyo Ri, and the view was probably the best we've ever seen!

[@YongsungKim]

Gokyo Ri Summit looks amazing. All your videos are so beautiful and your narrations are so informative and enjoyable. Thanks for sharing.

[@lylesuch4421]

Thanks! Yes, Gokyo Ri's summit was incredible, probably the best view we've had while hiking. Surprisingly few people go that route when headed up to Everest Basecamp. Next trek on our list is Ausangate down in Peru, it'll be fun to be back in a country where you can legally fly drones without much hassle.

[@GODISMYSTERIOUS]

So amazing! One of the best EBC videos I have watched. Thank you so much for introducing the names of the mountains. The porters carry the backpacks and luggages for the guests to help them to succeed the treks. They deserve good tips for their hard work.

[@lylesuch4421]

The porters are so incredibly talented and helpful and definitely deserve large tips...and especially now when tourism is slow. Our porters were so much fun, singing, dancing, and just enjoying their time with us. It's still unbelievable how strong they are and how much they can carry despite their size. Truly incredible people!

[@makadoxvsdk9530]

so yaksiting to watch

[@biratlimbu6653]

Awesome job by the cameraman 👏

[@lylesuch4421]

Thanks!! When we're up there shooting it always feels like such a massive extra effort, adding distance, time and a lot of heavy equipment. It's all worth it, though, when we come home and get to watch the experience all over again.

[@javiersong]

Another great episode! So addictive! 👍

[@sandylarsen8971]

Absolutely stunning❤

[@lylesuch4421]

Some of the best views we've ever witnessed in the Gokyo Valley!

[@lakshminarayananramanujam9029]

Superb videos, very useful and very interesting

[@lylesuch4421]

Thanks! We really try hard to make these informative and entertaining for everyone. It's great to hear from someone that they learned from our videos and it helped them prepare for their own experience, or that it inspires them to go trekking and exploring.

[@GODISMYSTERIOUS]

The video is so good that I watch it again.

[@lylesuch4421]

Thanks!

[@stredent]

Neat information about those yaks. This trip looks so fun.

[@lylesuch4421]

It was so much fun...and we did learn quite a bit about yaks. We talked to one of the teahouse owners for at least an hour about his yaks...he was very informative!

[@alonebackpacker6785]

Perfect video ❤ much love

[@lylesuch4421]

Thank you 🙌

[@ramshinde5709]

I have done EBC last year,but now this year I want to take this Gokyo Chola pass route,it’s incredibly Beutiful route than the conventional route 😍Literally your video inspired me to do EBC again and I will soon do it 👍

[@lylesuch4421]

That's great, so happy our videos can inspire you like that! After a ton of research we decided to do the Gokyo ValleyCho La Pass route to EBC instead of the traditional route and we are so happy we did. The terrain has more variety and the views, especially on Gokyo Ri, were probably the best we've ever seen. If you're hiring a guide, we highly recommend Life Himalaya Trekking, they did an incredible job and made our trip the best it could be. Good luck!

[@MeditationCode]

Wow Amamzing

[@lylesuch4421]

The Himalayas are an incredible place...everywhere you look there is a breathtaking view!

[@arvindn95]

man the hike from phortsethunga to dole is such a killer.. i was exhausted after reaching DOle

[@lylesuch4421]

Yeah, that was a strenuous leg. As we were arriving in Dole we were pretty exhausted but the view was so perfect looking back down the valley that instead of going to rest we stayed out in the freezing cold to shoot a timelapse and it was one of the best ones we shot on the trip. Each day had it's own challenges. I think we were the most tired, surprisingly, at the end of the day after going over Cho La Pass. We anticipated a shorter day, and every time we thought we would reach Zongla around the next bend it wouldn't be there and the day was a long one. Nothing tasted better than the spaghetti that night!

[@Blind_of_Colour]

Really enjoying your video. I did the conventional EBC trek some years back so the terrain in part 1 was familiar and a lot of other things bring back great memories. The young lady has a warm spirit to bring one along and I think your photography is gorgeous - not just the terrain but how you present it.

[@lylesuch4421]

Thanks! We started making our travel videos mostly so we can look back one day and remember the experience. It's great to know it's allowing others to relive their experiences as well. If you've been there you know, it's hard to take a bad picture in the Himalayas! I bet the terrain hasn't changed much...it seems like it's kind of stuck in a time capsule (in a good way).

[@SourabhMathur]

There are very few videos of EBC trek's alternate route via Gokyo and this clear is amongst the best.

[@lylesuch4421]

Thanks so much, we appreciate the kind words! We really set out to make a video that captures the experience and beauty of this part of Nepal, along with the fun (and exhaustion) of trekking through it.

[@akankshanimesh1167]

Very impressive editing

[@lylesuch4421]

Thanks! We don't release many videos, so with each one we try and put the most effort into the editing and and giving the viewer the most accurate representation of our experiences. I can't imagine creating on a weekly or daily basis like a lot of real youtubers, that must be exhausting!!

[@akankshanimesh1167]

I was surprised why you don't have millions of subscribers. Given the quality of your work, you deserve it . Thank you for sharing your Gokyo experience. ❤

[@lhotsemd]

I am from Nepal. This has been on my bucket list forever....planning to do this next Spring finally. Just wanted to congratulate you on a very simple and yet beautiful presentation. I have watched countless EBC hike videos; yours definitely stand out. Getting to see Everest from the West side, standing taller than everything else....gives me goosebumps every time here on KZbin; must have been magical for you...Thank you so much.

[@lylesuch4421]

Thanks, we really appreciate that you enjoyed our videos! Yes, EBC is an incredible and unforgettable experience, even better if you get to see the area around Gokyo Lakes, summit Gokyo-Ri and experience Cho La Pass. Hopefully you have great weather and a successful trip when you go in the spring. If you're looking for a trekking company, we were extremely happy with ours (Lifehimalayatrekking) and highly recommend going up Gokyo Valley for the extra scenery. Good luck!!

[@lhotsemd]

@@lylesuch4421 thank you!!!!

[@tintinlol7881]

Very nice

[@lylesuch4421]

Thanks!

[@matveichhg]

Amazing travelog! What app or program did you use to animate route on your video? Greetings from Ukraine!

[@lylesuch4421]

Thanks, we really appreciate that! The maps are generated in Google Earth, then we just add the line and labels in After Effects. There are much better ways of doing it now, such as Relive (I think that's what it's called).

[@daphne5004]

Thanks for you nice video!! Do you want to share your pakking list. Because the Gokyo Chola Pass route is longer than the way straight to Everest base camp….

[@lylesuch4421]

Thanks! Generally you can go to any trekking company website for Nepal and they'll give you a pretty standard packing list. Ours doesn't really match with most people's needs so we tend to not put it out there. That said, the Gokyo Valley trek to EBC, while a little longer, requires exactly the same gear as the traditional EBC route. Since you're staying in tea houses and have access to food, electricity, sometimes wifi, and all the amenities, as long as you have the basic layers for warmth/sun protection and general hiking, you're good no matter how long the trek is. You can literally show up in Lukla with no gear and purchase everything you need there which makes it easy if you forget anything. A couple of necessities from our experience are a roll of your own toilet paper, and sunscreen. Two very important things to have. If you're planning to do the Gokyo Valley route, you're making a great decision. The scenery is gorgeous, you get better views than the traditional EBC, and by the time you reach EBC, you're already very much acclimatized. Good luck!!

[@daphne5004]

@@lylesuch4421 thank you very much!!!

[@pnarunsal9380]

hi. your videos are very good. May I know the brand and model of the camera you are shooting with?

[@lylesuch4421]

Thanks! We just use a Canon 5d MKIV. It's very old at this point and there are much better quality cameras, but it's reliable and pretty much indestructible. The thing is, you can get amazing shots with just about any device in the Himalayas, it's just finding the best light possible and holding the camera steady.

[@pnarunsal9380]

@@lylesuch4421 thank you for the answer. Now we watched your base camp 4th video. My husband went to everest bace camp last September. he will also walk on the Gokyo road next September. We learned a lot from your videos. Thank you for your hard work.

[@lylesuch4421]

That's great! Gokyo Valley is incredible and if he has a chance to summit Gokyo-Ri, we consider that one of the best views we've ever seen. We also have photos and Strava maps which gives a little more detail on our website (Lylesuch.com). Feel free to ask if you have any other questions.

[@saruultumen749]

What time of a year was your trip? In November?

[@lylesuch4421]

Yes, we did the EBC trek in November of 2021. Great weather, it did snow a couple weeks before we arrived but luckily we missed the bad weather.

[@AmirAli-jf5js]

What month of the year did to this trip

[@lylesuch4421]

We did the EBC trek in November of 2021. Great time of year for good weather.

[@GODISMYSTERIOUS]

How did you join the trek? Did you go to Kathmandu first and seek the trekking company in the city?

[@lylesuch4421]

You can just find a company in Kathmandu...but we did months of research and communication with the trekking company we found to be the best for our needs. Our choice was Life Himalaya Trekking, they were very excellent at working out a custom trip for us based on our fitness and wanting to see the more beautiful areas. In our travels, we've learned that the company you choose is extremely important, so just choosing randomly on the spot can result in a mismatch between your group and your guides. We also booked city tours and a road trip to Lumbini with Life Himalaya...they were amazing!!

[@GODISMYSTERIOUS]

@@lylesuch4421 I think you have found one of the best.

[@AmirAli-jf5js]

When did you make this trip

[@lylesuch4421]

November 2021.

[@SourabhMathur]

When is the part 3 coming up?

[@lylesuch4421]

Just posted part 3, now I have to work on part 4, the final episode!