Everest Three Passes Trek

Trip Facts

Difficulty

Moderate

Country

Nepal

Duration

22 Days

Altitude

3970 M

Accommodation

Hotel/Lodge/Tent

Trip Start From

Kathmandu

Trip Ends At

Kathmandu

Overview

One of challenging and strenuous treks in the Khumbu Everest region of Nepal, the three high passes Renjo pass (5,388m), Chola pass (5,420m) ,Kongma La Pass (5,535m) trek takes you into the heart of the Khumbu valley and the Everest Base Camp region. Through some of the most spectacular landscapes in the Himalaya , the trek gives you the chance of discovering the Sherpa country of the Khumbu valleys and cross some of the highest passes in the worlds.

During the trek, an ascent of Gokyo Ri (5357m), Kala Pattar (5,545m) and Everest Base Camp (5364m) gives you magnificent close-up views of Mt. Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Makalu and more. Our guides and Sherpa friends will offer you an insight into the Sherpa homeland and their way of life.

Brief Itinerary

Day 01:

Arrive Kathmandu and transfer to hotel.
Day 2:

In Kathmandu for official procedures.
Day 3:

Transport to airport for flight to Lukla (2840m). Meet with your guide and we start a moderate ascent to Phakding where we spend our first night. (2610m)
Day 04:

Trek to Namche Bazaar (3440m) the region’s main commercial centre.
Day 05:

Rest day in Namche Bazar for acclimatization. Enjoy several short climbs to spots of interest to help you acclimatize or visit the Tourist Visitor Center and museum, or the Everest View Hotel for breathtaking views.
Day 06:

Trek to Thame (3820m).
Day 07:

In Thame for acclimatization. Visit Thame Gompa is situated above the village overlooking the valley and is the favored site for the spring celebrations of the Thame Mani Rimdu festival.
Day 08:

Trek to Lungden (4350m) It is a moderate walk to Lungden was easy and with a gentle angle. Lunch break will be in Marlung – one of the larger villages in Thame Valley.
Day 09:

Cross Renjo La (5340m) – Gokyo (4790m). From the pass views of Mt. Everest, Lhotse,Nuptse, Cho-Oyu, Makalu and Cholatse can be seen.
Day 10:

Hike up to Gokyo Ri (5360m) for spectacular panoramic views of the Himalayas or rest for remaining part of the day.
Day 11:

Trek to Dragnag (4700m)a small village on the other side of the glacier, just south-east from Gokyo.
Day 12:

Cross Cho La (5330m)-Dzonglha (4830m) – A challenging day as we ascend up steep and icy terrain to Cho La pass that connects the village of Dzongla to the east and the village of Thagnak to the west.
Day 13:

Trek to Lobuche (4910m). The trail heads east and then north to go around the eastern slopes of Lobuche East and joins the main Everest trail.
Day 14:

Visit Everest Base Camp (5364m) & trek back to Gorak Shep (5140m). Gorakshep is the highest settlement before the Everest Base Camp.
Day 15:

Hike up Kala Pattar (5550m) viewpoint for breathtaking panoramic views of Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Pumori and Lobhuche West along with Khumbu glacier and Lho La, a pass connecting Nepal and Tibet (China). Trek back to Lobuche
Day 16:

Cross Kongma La (5535m) to Chukung (4730mm) – It is the highest pass among 3 Everest passes.
Day 17:

Trek to Tengboche
Day 18:

Trek to Namche Bazar
Day 19:

Trek to Lukla
Day 20:

Scheduled flight to Kathmandu and transfer to hotel
Day 21:

In Kathmandu
Day 22:

International departure

Expedition Schedule

17 APRIL – 08 MAY 2024
02 OCT – 23 OCT 2024

Moderate

Moderate to strenuous trekking
May require carrying bag pack (10kg)
Elevations from 2500m to 5500m
Moderate terrain
Nights are spent in lodge or tents
Trek duration of two weeks in high altitude

Package Details

Cost Includes:

Transfers airport-hotel-airport for Int. and domestic flights.
3 star hotel accommodation on room sharing and breakfast in Kathmandu as per itinerary.
Airfare Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu
Standard lodge accommodation on room sharing basis with fixed meals during the trek. (Breakfast, lunch and dinner).
Services of climbing/trekking guide, and porters.
Required climbing equipment, high tents, food and fuel.
Applicable government and local taxes, climbing permit, insurance for guides and porters.

Cost Excludes:

Expenses of personal nature, personal tips, alcoholic beverages, cold/soft drinks/mineral water, hot showers during the trek.
Meals in Kathmandu.
Travel insurance, personal medical expenses and rescue evacuation.
Personal trekking and climbing gears.
Any cost arising due to landslides, political disturbance, strikes, cancellation of flights, and deviation in program.
Tourist visa for Nepal and international flight to/from Kathmandu.