Highlights of Everest Three Passes Trek
- Everest Base camp, to the base of the highest mountain in the world.
- Ngozumpa Glacier, The longest Himalayan Glacier system.
- Icy Cho la pass, the most technical pass among the three passes.
- Four peaks above 8000 Meters altitude.
- Sherpa culture, Ethnic tribes and their diverse cultures.
- World’s highest National Park, Sagarmatha National park.
- Sunrise from Kalapatthar and Gokyo Ri.
- Breathtaking views of high Himalayan ranges.
- Diversification of landscapes from green vegetation to the dry Tibetan plateau.
- Gokyo Lakes (4,790m), third lake Gokyo and other four lakes above and below it.
- Renjo la pass (5,435m), the most beautiful pass with the view of Rolwaling mountains and Khumbu mountains.
Everest Three Passes Trek Overview
Trekking to the Everest Region of Nepal is a solemn wish of avid trekkers and mountaineers. The Everest Base Camp trek gets frequent and new trekkers because of the mindblowing experiences Everest Region has to offer. Everest Three passes trek blends the mindblowing, a little offbeat and makes a loop in the Khumbu region to provide the best experience of the Everest Base Camp and other passes. All the passes in the Everest region are of above 5000 m above sea level making it a choice of difficulties but fulfils the wonders of seeing the nature caressing the atmosphere.
Beyond the imagination experience in the Everest three Passes trek will be a lifechanging venture. Exploring the mountains beyond the clouds is always a fascinating one. The strenuous yet picturesque beauty cannot be avoided and this trek encompasses the best passes and the astounding Himalayan beauty of the top of the world in Nepal. The three passes of the Everest Base Camp Trek which is blended into Everest Three Passes Trek are Renjo La pass, Cho La pass, Kong Ma La pass with a sight to behold of the mountain panorama, Everest, Gokyo Ri and glacial lakes connecting the beautiful valleys Bhotekoshi, Gokyo and Imja Tse of Khumbu Region.
Trekking to the Everest Region is always an exciting trek even for the frequent trekkers to this region. The mindblowing and glorious Everest holds the grandeur of top of the world and spectacular beauty of Kalapathar, Gokyo Ri, Everest view hotel, Renjo La top and amazing Gokyo lakes are mindblowing. The Vegetation and wildlife of Sagarmatha National Park embrace the beautiful scenery and the wonders of Himalayas. The wonderful views of Mount Everest, Cho Oyu, Amadablam, Thamserku, Kusum Kanguru, Kongde Ri, Lhotse, Nuptse, Makalu and many other small peaks and neighbouring mountains are also the major attractions of Everest Three Passes Trek in Nepal.
Approximately 166 Km of walking distance comprising the wonderful Three passes and valleys alongside the mountains is undoubtedly a strenuous and difficult task but getting to the land of magnificent Mountains is always a mental stigma that gives a new direction to the life. The Gokyo Lakes, Kalapaththar, Gokyo Ri, Himalayan valleys and the Everest Base Camp itself will facilitate you with the best views, with an essence of the rural lifestyle, exemplary natural beauty and the wonderful Himalayan settlement.
The Renjo La Pass, Kong Ma La Pass and Cho La Pass are the three passes that trail the trekking to the Everest region of Nepal. The iconic Renjo la pass is situated at an altitude of 5435 m above sea level, Kong Ma la at 5535 m, and Cho La at 5420 m. Three passes of Everest Region has diverse spectrums of the mountains to offer. Some dangerous and technical trekking difficulties surpassing the beauty of the mountains and the amazing hospitality of Sherpa people is truly a fascinating part of trekking in the Everest region of Nepal.
Everest Three Passes Trek is physically demanding trek because of the passes it is strenuous but rewarding than the typical Everest Base Camp Trek. You get to explore all the eight-thousanders in Nepal from the Everest Three Passes Trek and you will be rewarded with the best mountainous beauty in Nepal. The Himalayan landscapes are highly admired for the beauty they integrate and the lifestyle Himalayas attracts. Mostly the Sherpa settlement in the Himalayas makes the trekking experience with a sense of convenience and faith with the hospitality of true priest of the Mountain terrains.
Everest Three Passes Trek starts with a scenic flight from Kathmandu to Lukla. You will trek to Phakding which passes through, Chaurikharka, Ghat finally leading to the beautiful Phakding village. The further trail leads you to the Sherpa Kingdom and Gateway to Mount Everest- Namche Bazaar. Small and beautiful villages of Monjo, Jorsalle and Benkar along the way to Namche Bazaar will facilitate you with the wonderful beauty of the world’s highest national park, Sagarmatha National Park. You will have some acclimatization in Nache and a little hike to the viewpoint from where the clear view of Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Amadablam, Thamserku and Kongde Ri can be seen.
Trailing further will take you to the wonderful Tengboche. It is also popular for its amazing Tengboche Monastery and the Himalayan views. After Tengboche, you will have a trek to Dingboche (4250 m) through a beautiful rhododendron forest at Deboche, Imja Khola, Pangboche (3980 m) and Somare Village. You will trek further towards Chhukung village where you can explore the alpine landscape. The trekking to Lobuche via Kang Ma La Pass will be an adventurous journey with majestic views of Lhotse Shar, Imja Tshe, Amadablam and other numerous peaks. The passing is challenging however, the views from along the trail are mindblowing and best of the region.
After crossing Kang Ma La Pass, you will reach Gorakshep and Everest Base Camp. The Khumbu glacier along the way is worth explore and you can see the mindblowing views of Khubutse, Mt. Pumori, Changtse and Khumbu icefall marking the base of the world’s top Mount Everest. The further trek to Kalapaththar and Dzongla is amazing. You can see the spectacular mountain views of Mt. Pumori (7,169m), Mt. Everest (8,848m) and Lhotse (8516m), the Tibetan peak Changtse, Nuptse (7861m), Amadablam and countless other smaller peaks.
The trekking will awaiting for your next pass Cho La pass from Dzongla to Thanna. The trail along the glacier marked by cairns with some difficulties will reward you with the best views of the mountains and glaciers. You will trek downward to Thannak exploring the Tibetan mountains. The trail further takes you to Gokyo Ri from where you can see the best views of Everest, Makalu, Cho Oyu and Lhotse. This is the day to explore the glacial beauty of the mountains in the Everest region of Nepal.
The next crossing Renjo la pass is the best passes of all and facilitates you with the wonderful views of the implausible peaks such as Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, Nuptse, Cho-Oyu, and Gychung Kang. The downhill trek will take you to Lunde and Thame finally taking you to the Namche Bazaar. Further hiking from Namche Bazaar will take you to the awe-inspiring Lukla. A returning flight from Lukla will take you to the capital Kathmandu.
Everest Three Passes Trek is strenuous yet rewarding trekking to the Everest region of Nepal. The crossings and the passes are difficult but you get to explore the mindblowing Himalayan beauty. You need to obtain some permits to complete the trekking for which we will assist you. The safety and health issues are the major concerns which will be taken care of. Trek to the Everest Base Camp with some passes and the best Gokyos is the most beautiful, adventurous and a trek of the lifetime experiences.
Detailed Itinerary
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DAY 1
Kathmandu Arrival, Transfer to Hotel.
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DAY 2
Kathmandu Sightseeing, Trek Preperation Day.
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DAY 3
Flight to Lukla, Trek to Phakding
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DAY 4
Trek to Namche Bazaar.
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DAY 5
Acclimatization and Exploration Day.
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DAY 6
Trek to Tengboche.
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DAY 7
Trek to Dingboche.
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DAY 8
Trek to Chhukung Village.
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DAY 9
Trek to Lobuche via Kongma La Pass.
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DAY 10
Hike to Gorakshep and Everest Base Camp.
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DAY 11
Hike to Kala Patthar, Trek to Dzongla.
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DAY 12
Trek to Thanna via Cho La Pass.
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DAY 13
Trek to Gokyo, Exploration of Gokyo Ri.
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DAY 14
Trek to Lunde via Renjo La Pass.
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DAY 15
Trek to Thame.
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DAY 16
Trek to Namche Bazaar.
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DAY 17
Trek to Lukla.
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DAY 18
Flight to Kathmandu.
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DAY 19
Departure.
Cost Inclusion
- All arrival and departure at Kathmandu airport as mentioned.
- Flight transfer(Kathmandu/Lukla/Kathmandu) as mentioned in the itinerary.
- 2-star hotel accommodation in Kathmandu as per the trek itinerary.
- Daily breakfast throughout the trip.
- Lunch and Dinner from trek start day to trek end day as mentioned.
- All necessary paper works. (National Park Entry Permits and TIMS Card)
- English speaking licensed trek guide.
- Porter during the trek. (Can carry 20KG Baggage of 2 people)
- Best available Lodge or Tea house accommodation during the trek.
- One local SIM card (returnable) during your stay in Nepal.
- All government and local taxes.
- Guide and Porter’s salary, food and accommodation during the trek.
- Arrangement of emergency helicopter service which will be paid by your traveller’s insurance company.
- Sleeping bag, duffle bags and trekking route maps – if necessary.
- Farewell Nepali cultural dinner on your last night.
Cost Exclusion
- Personal expenses.
- Kathmandu sightseeing entrance fee.
- Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu.
- Nepal visa cost. (You will require 2 passport size photos and 40 USD)
- International flight ticket.
- Travel health insurance. (Recommended)
- Tips for the guide, porter and driver.
- Sweet things like dessert/chocolate.
- All alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks.
- Hot shower/batteries charge/heater during the trek.
- Any other expenses which are not mentioned in including section.