20 Days | challenging Trekking
Everest Three Passes Trek
- Group : 2-15 pax
- Elevation : 5550m
- Departing from : Departs from Kathmandu, Nepal
- Start/End : October 2024
The Everest Three High Passes Circuit Trek is a challenging and rewarding adventure in the Everest region of Nepal. This trek involves crossing three high mountain passes: Kongma La (5,535 meters), Cho La (5,380 meters), and Renjo La (5,340 meters), as well as visiting Everest Base Camp. Designed for experienced trekkers seeking the ultimate Himalayan experience, this trek offers breathtaking views of some of the world’s highest peaks, including Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, and Makalu.
The route traverses diverse landscapes, from lush valleys and dense forests to barren high-altitude terrain, and provides opportunities to explore the rich culture and traditions of the Sherpa people. Key highlights include the stunning Gokyo Lakes, the bustling town of Namche Bazaar, and the serene monastery at Tengboche. This trek not only tests your physical endurance but also rewards you with unforgettable scenery and cultural encounters.
This trek combines the thrill of high-altitude hiking with cultural immersion, offering trekkers an unforgettable experience in one of Nepal’s most challenging and beautiful regions.
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu
- Arrive at Tribhuwan International Airport
- Transfer to hotel
- Overnight at hotel
Day 2: Kathmandu Sightseeing and Trek Preparation
- Sightseeing around World Heritage sites
- Trek preparation day
- Overnight at hotel
Day 3: Fly to Lukla and Trek to Phakding
- Fly from Kathmandu to Lukla (30 minutes, 2,865 meters)
- Trek to Phakding (2,640 meters) – 4 hours
- Overnight at mountain lodge
Day 4: Trek to Namche Bazaar
- Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3,440 meters) – 6/7 hours
- Overnight at mountain lodge
Day 5: Acclimatization Day
- Hike to Everest View Hotel (3,800 meters) – 2 hours
- Return to Namche Bazaar
- Overnight at mountain lodge
Day 6: Trek to Thame
- Trek from Namche Bazaar to Thame (3,825 meters) – 4/5 hours
- Optional visit to monastery or viewpoint – 2/4 hours
- Overnight at mountain lodge
Day 7: Trek to Lungden
- Trek from Thame to Lungden (4,375 meters) – 4/5 hours
- Overnight at mountain lodge
Day 8: Trek via Renjo Pass to Gokyo Lake
- Trek from Lungden via Renjo Pass (5,363 meters) to Gokyo Lake (4,700 meters) – 7/8 hours
- Overnight at mountain lodge
Day 9: Visit Gokyo Ri and Trek to Dragnag
- Visit Gokyo Ri (5,357 meters)
- Return to Gokyo Lake
- Trek to Dragnag (4,835 meters) – 6/7 hours total
- Overnight at mountain lodge
Day 10: Trek via Cho La Pass to Dzongla
- Trek from Dragnag via Cho La Pass (5,360 meters) to Dzongla (4,800 meters) – 7/8 hours
- Overnight at mountain lodge
Day 11: Trek to Lobuche
- Trek from Dzongla to Lobuche (4,900 meters) – 4/5 hours
- Overnight at mountain lodge
Day 12: Trek to Gorakshep and Visit Everest Base Camp
- Trek from Lobuche to Gorakshep (5,100 meters)
- Visit Everest Base Camp (5,365 meters) and return to Gorakshep – 6/7 hours total
- Overnight at mountain lodge
Day 13: Visit Kala Patthar and Trek to Lobuche
- Visit Kala Patthar (5,550 meters)
- Return to Gorakshep
- Trek to Lobuche – 6/7 hours total
- Overnight at mountain lodge
Day 14: Trek via Kongma La Pass to Dingboche
- Trek from Lobuche via Kongma La Pass (5,535 meters) to Dingboche (4,400 meters) – 8/9 hours
- Overnight at mountain lodge
Day 15: Trek to Tengboche
- Trek from Dingboche to Tengboche (3,800 meters) – 5 hours
- Overnight at mountain lodge
Day 16: Trek to Manju
- Trek from Tengboche to Manju (2,815 meters) – 6 hours
- Overnight at mountain lodge
Day 17: Trek to Lukla
- Trek from Manju to Lukla (2,865 meters) – 5 hours
- Overnight at mountain lodge
Day 18: Fly Back to Kathmandu
- Fly from Lukla to Kathmandu
- Overnight at hotel
Day 19: Free Day in Kathmandu
- Free day for shopping or relaxation
- Overnight at hotel
Day 20: Final Departure
- Transfer to the airport for departure
Inclusions
- Airport pickup and departure transfer for both domestic and international flights
- Domestic flight Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu
- Accommodation in 2/3 star hotels in Kathmandu on a twin-sharing BB plan
- English-speaking tour guide for city tours in Kathmandu
- Government-licensed English-speaking experienced guide during the trek
- Assistance Sherpa guide for groups over five people
- Required porters
- Insurance for Nepali staff
- National Park fee and all government paperwork and taxes
- Welcome and farewell dinner in Kathmandu at a typical Nepali restaurant
- Travel and rescue arrangements
- Meals (B/L/D) with three times tea/coffee during the trek
- Accommodation at comfortable local mountain lodges during the trek
- Private transport to and from the trek starting and ending points
- First aid kit
- Trekking map
Exclusions
- Lunch and dinner during the stay in Kathmandu
- Any kind of cold and hard drinks
- Personal travel insurance
- Hot shower/electricity bills during the trek
Our Guides
Lakpa Chhuki Sherpa
Office Management
Phudoma Sherpa
Office Accountant
Phubthile Sherpa
Expert Climber
Gyalgen Pasang Sherpa
Guide
Tashi Sherpa
Guide
Ang Dorjee Sherpa
Guide
Mingmar Sherpa
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Tenzin Sherpa
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Dhendup Sherpa
Guide
Kamal Kulung Rai
Guide
Phurnima Sherpa
Assistant
Krishna Khadka
Cook
Ang Tshering Sherpa
Assistant
Sange Sherpa
Cook
Hiralal Shrestha
Assistant
Baburam Shrestha
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