Everest Three Pass Trek

23 days

Duration

Demanding

Trip Level

Group Size

5545 m

Max-altitude

Are you looking for an adventure of a lifetime? Look no further than the Everest Three Passes Trek! This incredible journey takes trekkers through some of the most spectacular mountain scenery. The trek is considered one of the most strenuous treks in Nepal but also one of the most rewarding.

The route follows three high passes: Kongma La (5535m), Cho La (5420m), and Renjo La (5360m). Along with these passes, you’ll explore glaciers, valleys, and pristine lakes and visit traditional villages. As if that wasn’t enough excitement already – this epic journey will also take you close to Mount Everest!

On clear days it’s possible to catch a glimpse from afar – making for some truly unforgettable moments along your trip. With all its beauty and culture combined into an action-packed two weeks, this is an experience not to be missed by any true adventurer!

But don’t worry about being unprepared either – plenty of experienced guides can help ensure everything goes smoothly throughout your entire trip so that all you have left to do is enjoy yourself while taking on new challenges daily! So what are you waiting for? Join us on our next expedition through Everest Three Passes Trek – we guarantee it won’t disappoint!!

Everest Three Pass Trek: Quick facts

Trek Trend the three valleys in the Everest region.

Together with your adventure, you will have a close view of the lifestyles of the Himalayan Sherpas.

Leave the Everest Base Camp Trek behind while crossing the Khongma – La.

Discover the five glacial lakes in the Gokyo Valley, and leave the Everest Base Camp Trek behind while crossing the Khongma – La.

Make a Pass over 5000 meters of Renjo-La, Cho-La, and Khongma-La, which is a challenging but adventurous moment.

Discover the four valleys along these high passes.

Everest Three Passes Trek: At a Glance

Trek Duration	18 days
Max. Altitude	5545 Meters
Trek Start/Ends	Lukla/Lukla
Accommodation	Lodges
Trek Grade	Strenuous

Everest Three Passes Trek Map

Everest Three Passes Trek: Brief Itinerary

Days	Duration	Meters	Distance
1.	Fly to Lukla and then trek to Phakding	2652	3h00
2.	Trek to Namche Bazaar	3440	6h00
3.	Acclimatization day!
4.	Trek to Thame	3800	5h30
5.	Thame to Marlung	4210	5h00
6.	Trek to Renjo Lake	4860	5h00
7.	Renjo Lake to Gokyo Lakes via Renjo – La Pass (5435 m)	4791	7h30
8.	Gokyo lake – Gokyo Ri (5360m) – Thangnak	4678	3h00
9.	Trek to Dzonglha via Cho-la Pass (5370 m)	4840	7h00
10.	Dzonglha to Lobuche	4900	5h00
11.	Trek to Gorakshep, then visit EBC	5160	7h00
12.	Hike to Kalapathar then back to Lobuche	4900	7h00
13.	Lobuche – Chhukung via Khongma Pass	4440	8h00
14.	Rest & discover Chhukung Ri
15.	Chhukung – Pangboche	3900	5h00
16.	Trek to Namche	3460	6h00
17.	Namche to Lukla	2800	7h00
18.	Fly back to Kathmandu.

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Everest Three High Pass Trek Route

All the other treks in the Khumbu region since the Everest Three Passes Trek goes all the way starting from a flight to the beautiful Lukla. The trail then moves towards Namche Bazaar, the land of the Sherpas. After that, it continues into Thame, Lungden, and finally reaches the Renjo Pass at 5435 meters.

The Renjo la Pass is a perfect viewpoint, whereas a 360-degree view of all the mountains in the Everest region. Another climb to Gokyo Ri to observe the spectacular views of the pristine snow-capped peaks. Also, the glaciers and the Gokyo Lakes in full view are visible. The trail extends to the Everest Base Camp via Gokyo Lakes, linking Gokyo Valley and Everest Base Camp.

So, it accompanies mind-boggling views of Everest and mountains like Ama Dablam, Pumori, Cholatse, and Khumbutse. Likewise, you will observe the peaks such as Khangtega, Lobuche East and West, and many more impressive mountains.

The third Pass, Kongma – La, is at an altitude of 5535 meters and comes next in the trail, which is an equally rewarding viewpoint. Hence, The Everest Three Passes Trek ends in Namche Bazar, which can be reached by further hike from Chhukung.

Variations

The Everest Three Passes Trek is generally best completed counter-clockwise. It’s also possible to go clockwise, but not recommended because of the rapid altitude gain while crossing the Renjo. Instead, you can add an extra day from Gokyo to explore the scenic Gokyo Lakes further up into the Gokyo Ri at the glacial valley.

Here is the Everest Three Pass Trek map on Google, which helps you navigate the day-by-day itinerary of a trek.

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Day 1: Arrival day (1,300 m)

Upon arrival at Kathmandu, you will greet and welcome by our agency’s representative in front of the Arrival gate with a Display board of Himalayan Exploration Treks then transfer to your Hotel.

Day 2: Free day and trek preparation.

During the free day in Kathmandu, you may have a chance to visit Kathmandu valley’s heritage site, followed by a pre-trip departure meeting regarding upcoming trekking peak climbing, where you meet the trek guide and other team members. They will brief you about the team formation, equipment, and nature of peak climbing and other necessary information

Day 3: Fly to Lukla and trek to Phakding (2652 m) 3h00 walk.

You will be transferred to the airport in the early morning as per the flight schedule. 40-minute thrilling flights to an airstrip at Lukla by plane offer a marvelous view of the Central and Eastern Himalayas and beautiful landscapes and hills. Lukla is a gateway to the Everest Region.

Day 4: Trek to Namche Bazaar. (3440 m) 6h00 walk.

This is the second day of the journey. You will head to Namche after breakfast. The trail leads you to the northern valley of the Dudh Koshi River valley, passing by several beautiful villages with their vibrant culture and peaceful forests and crossing several bridges along the trail. Finally, you will get Namche.

Day 5: Acclimatize day!

This is an exploration day in Namche. Hike till Syangboche is a small regional airport and is considered the world’s highest one. Then hike up to 3800 m to see Mt. Everest and other popular peaks. You will have proper acclimatization. In the afternoon, you may explore the village, which is more equipped with modern amenities such as the internet, phone, massage, and more.

Day 6: Namche – Thame (3800m).

We catch the North West trail from Namche. Many of the Mani walls and praying wheels encounter the trail to Thame to explore the Sherpa culture.

Day 7: Thame – Marulung (4210m) 5h00 walk.

The trail leads north from Thame to Marlung, where we should come across several small Sherpa villages and yak pastures.

Day 8: Marlung – Renjo Lake (4860m) 5h00 walk.

The trail goes through the Yak pastures, where there is no settlement, and only encounters some pastures. The lake is known as Renjo Pokhari, and the magnificent view of Rolwaling Himal and Nangpa- La Pass, the trade trail between Tibet and Nepal for a specific period.

Day 9: Renjo Lake – Gokyo Lake (4791m).

We walk toward Gokyo Lake by crossing the Renjo-La; the great day offers magnificent views of Rolwaling Himal, Cho-Oyu, Nuptse, Lhotse, and the world’s highest peak, Mt. Everest and the beautiful lake and discovery of Gokyo valley downward.

Day 10: Gokyo lake – Gokyo Peak (5360m) -Thangnak (4678m). 3h00 walk.

Early morning, we climb up to Gokyo Ri, which provides us with proper acclimatization and breathtaking scenery of mountains, including Mt. Everest. It’s one of the lifetime achievements and memories around the top of the peak.

Day 11: Trek to Cho-la Pass (5370 m) – Dzonglha (4,830 m) 7h00 walk.

Today is a more adventurous day to make Cho-La pass at (5300m) it begins pretty steeply to the first ridge and an easy walk up to another ridge. Then, trek a short descent to get Base of Cho-la and a steep climb up to pass; this part is hardest to walk if there is snow. We highly recommend using a crampon for this section. It is an easy downhill to Dzongla.

Day 12: Trek to Lobuche (4,910 m) 5h00 walk.

You are entering the east valley with easy downhill to get Labuche passing by pas pastures, beautiful mountains scenery, and glacier.

Day 13: Trek to Gorak Shep (5160 m) – Everest Base Camp (5364 m) – Gorak Shep: 7h00 walk.

The trail leads the plane trail but the feeling of shortness of breathing due to altitude with spectacular views of mountain surroundings. We take a short lunch break, then continue walking to Everest Base Camp along the rocky and glacial trail.The trail continues the climb to Gorak Shep; check in to a lodge, have lunch, and start your hike to EBC. Then return the same trail to Gorakshep.

Day 14: Gorak Shep – Kalapathar (5545m) -Lobuche (4910m). 7h00 walk.

Today is another climax of the trek; you will wake up in the early morning and climb up to Kalapathar (5545 m) to see the sunrise on the top of the world, Mt. Everest, and other Himalayan ranges. Then descend to the same trail to Lobuche.

Day 15: Lobuche – Chhukung (4730m). 7h30 walk

Today is the 3rd greatest day to make the pass of Khongma-La (5535m). The trail continuously goes through the moraine of Khumbu glacier to Khongma-La Base Camp. There could be a difficulty because of the high altitude and daily walk in the glacier; ascending to the Khongma- La pass is the hardest trek day. Several mountains are approaching around the top of a pass. Then, they gradually descend toward Chhukung through the Imja Khola valley.

Day 16: Chhukung – Pangboche (3930m) 6h00 walk.

The climax of the trek is finished while arriving in Chhukung. Afterward, heads to low elevation, but it has its characteristics. Today is an easy walk to descend Pangboche village. The village is situated lap of Mt. Ama Dablam and Tawache peak. The trail leads spread to several Mani walls, stupas, praying wheels along the trail, and a monastery in the village’s middle.

Day 17: Pangboche – Tengboche (3867m).

Easy walk up to Dibuche, then climb up to Tengboche. There is the largest monastery in the Khumbu region, where many monks are meditation throughout the year from different parts of Nepal. The monastery is believed to construct in the 16th century.

Day 18: Tengboche – Namche Bazaar (3446m).

The trail steeply descends up to the Punki Thana, then climbs back up to Sanasa, where the trail goes to Gokyo lake, Khumjung village, and Namche. Afterward, Namche’s easy walk encountered several stupas in front and beautiful scenery of mountains in the background.

Day 19: Namche Bazaar – Phakding (2640m).

The first part of the trail is a steep descent to Dudh Koshi and crosses the first suspension bridge. Then, easy walk up to Phakding by exiting the entry permit of Sagarmatha National Park in Manju.

Day 20: Phakding – Lukla (2800m).

An easy walk to Lukla arrived in Lukla. It is possible to visit the market then rest and leisure day.

Day 21: Lukla – Kathmandu.

Early morning, 40-minute thrilling flights to an airstrip at Lukla by plane offer a marvelous view of the Central Himalayas, beautiful landscape, and hills.

Day 22: Free day in Kathmandu.

The day can be occupied if the flight cannot be operating due to the bad weather.

Day 23: Final departure.

Free time in Kathmandu and transfer to the airport two hours before the departure of your flight home.

DEPARTURE/RETURN LOCATION

Kathmandu International Airport

DEPARTURE TIME

Please arrive at least 3 hours before the flight.

INCLUDED

Hotel and Airport transfer

Accommodations in Kathmandu with breakfast

All accommodations and all meals during the treks

All necessary documentation and permits

All ground transportation (as per mention in itinerary)

Professional guide and porters

A First Aid Kits

Applicable Government Taxes

NOT INCLUDED

International Airfare

Nepal Visa fee (advice to take accurate amount)

Meals in Kathmandu (except breakfast)

Personal Expenses e.g. phone calls, laundry, bar bills & extra porters

Travel Insurance

Guide and Porter gratuity

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Is the water at Everest Three Pass Trek safe to drink?

No, you are not allowed to drink water from the direct tap or streams on the Everest Three Pass Trek. But you can also use a purifier or SteriPen. It is expensive to buy water (maybe ten times the cost of purchasing water in Kathmandu).

Am I going to be sick on my trek at altitude?

Be conscious. This trek will be over 3500 m in elevation. The possibilities of having an altitude illness usually begin at this altitude. But to prevent this, we have planned the itinerary to give you time to acclimatize as much as possible.

How can I conquer the altitude sickness?

There’s nobody who’s going to suffer from altitude sickness. The younger and fitter people do not experience high altitude illnesses when they feel older and less fit. It’s not related to fitness or age. Speak to your private practitioner. Prescription medicines are available to help avoid the symptoms of altitude sickness. But go gently and listen to the body and be mindful of any changes and listen to your guide if he thinks that you have symptoms (which might not be apparent).

What happens if an emergency evacuation is required while I am trekking?

We will be able to collect your travel insurance policies and details before your trip. In case of emergency, we will be able to coordinate with your insurance company and helicopters company for emergency evacuation.

What about simple medication during the trek?

There is no doubt only be a First aid. We take a first-aid kit on every trip. We always advise you to make your own. Here’s a checklist of items you can bring, recommended. Vaccinations are not compulsory in Nepal; however, we suggest that you keep this checklist if necessary.