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Everest 3 High Passes Trek 17 Days, Most Adventure

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5550m ( Kongma La)
Activities

1 Day 30 Minutes flight

16 Days Trekking

Best Season

Mar-May

Sep-Nov

Meals

17 Breakfast

16 Lunch

16 Dinner

Accommodation

16 Nights Lodge

Transportation

Flight/Car/Van

PRICE STARTS FROM

USD 1700 1649

Per person

We Offer Group discount

No of PAX Price / PP
2-4 1649
5-9 1549
More than 10 1449

Overview

Everest 3 passes trek is less crowded, unique and Everest three high passes trek in Everest region of Nepal, You are doing the best adventure passes Kongma-La Pass (5535m) , Chola-La pass (5420m), Renjo La pass (5360m) and other highlight such as Gokyo Ri (5330m) and Third Lake or Gokyo Tsho , Fourth Lake or Thonak Tsho, Fifth Lake (4990m) or Ngozumba Tsho, Everest Base Camp(5364m) and Kalapather (5550m) during the trek. We design this trek who are physically fitness.

Trip Highlights

  • The highest pass, Kongma la pass 5535m lovely view of Ama Dablam, Nuptse, Lhotse, Cholatse and other peaks.
  • The world most popular Everest Base Camp 5364m, attractive view of Everest, Pumori, Nuptse, South cool, Khumbu icefall etc.
  • Kalapather 5550m, the close and most beautiful view of Mt. Everest , Pumori and other peaks
  • Adventure Cho las pass 5420m to connect Gokyo valley and Everest Base camp route with beautiful Himalayas view on both side.
  • Gokyo Ri 5330m, best view point to see world four highest mountain Everest, Lhotse, Makalu , Cho Oyu and other peaks
  • The beautiful lakes 4th or 5th or 6th Lakes with closed view of Cho Oyu and Mount Everest view on different angle.
  • A challenging Renjo La pass 5360m to connect Gokyo lake and Thame valley with fantastic view of Mount Everest, Lhotse, Makalu and other peaks.
  • Buddhist Stone walls, Stupas, Chhorten, Manasteries, Sherpa culture, wild animals, birds, flowers, suspension bridge etc.
  • Lukla airport, Jorsalle ,Namche Bazar, Syangboche view point, Tengboche, Chhukhung Ri, Island Peak Base Camp, Gorakh shep, Gokyo, Ngozumbaglacier ,Thame Monastery are other attractions of this trek.

Everest 3 High Passes Trek

Everest 3 High passes trek Starts at the Lukla (2840m) and follows the Dudh Koshi valley which climbs up to the Sherpa capital of Namche, a bustling bazaar that a junction for trekkers, the local Sherpa and expedition route to the mighty Mt. Everest. All along this part of the trail, its friendly Sherpa people, picturesque villages great variety of culture and traditions, colorful festivals and monasteries. The flora and fauna are other ornaments of the Sagarmatha National ParkThree Passes trek is continuously rewarded with dramatic Himalayas scenes, including four of the world’s eight highest peaks; Cho Oyu (8,201m), Makalu (8,463m), Lhotse (8,516 m) and Everest (8,848m) and other mountains. This is a kind of circuit trek. We ascend all the way to Chhukhung via Tengboche Monastery for Kongma La pass. Khangma- La pass is highest passes in these three passes Trek. The views are excellent from top of Kongma La Pass. After a nice view from the Kongma-La top, the trail descends to Lobuche. From Lobuche, you will trailhead to Everest Base camp and Kalapather. After exploring this imaging place, we cross over Chola-La pass to go to Gokyo valley. An excursion to the fourth Lake (Thonak Tsho) and fifth lake (Ngozumba Tsho) would be an extra attraction in Gokyo Valley from where the views are great. The Ngozumpa Glacier is the largest in the Nepal Himalayas. The Gokyo Ri is considered as the best viewpoint in the entire Everest Region. Renjo la pass provides a lifetime memory of panoramic views of the Everest and others Himalayas range. The Renjo-La Pass route is off the usual beaten track. At the Pass, a great view of the Gokyo lakes on one side, the Rermo Pokhari lakes on the other side, and a numerous of snowy peaks are in the background, which provides an incredible atmosphere. We then trek down by making our way back down to Lukla via Lungdhen, Thame.

Kongma La Pass 5535m

This is the highest pass between these three passes. If you do anti clock wise, this pass will be the first pass. You will have beautiful Himalayas view of Nuptse, Lhotse, Makalu, Ama Dablam, Thamserku, Cholatse, Island Peak, Lobuche Peak, Pumori etc.

Cho La Pass 5420m

This is second highest peak and second pass if you do clock wise or anti clock wise. You will have a beautiful Himalayas view on Gokyo valley and Everest base camp side. This pass is also connect from Everest Base Camp to Gokyo valley.

Renjo La Pass 5360m

This pass is 3rd highest pass but important pass.  You have beautiful view of all highest Mount Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, Cho Oyu view from this pass. This pass will connect from Gokyo valley to Thame valley. You will have a beautiful view of Glacier, Gokyo lake and village.

Kalapather and Everest Base Camp is optional

These Kongma La , Renjo La , Renjo La Passes is important part of this package. Everest Base Camp and Kalapther is optional of this trek. If you want, you can go these.

Other highlights of this trek

An adventurous flight to Lukla , sherpa capital Namche, Bighest Tengboche Monastery, Chhukhung Ri, Gokyo Lakes and Ri, Everest summitor Thame village and monastery etc.

The Everest Three High Passes trek can be done in both clockwise and anticlockwise manner with the trail separating from Namche Bazaar.

Note: Due to the air traffic in Kathmandu Airport, All the flight will be operate from Ramechhap to Lukla and Lukla to Ramechhap in the peak season from March, April, May, and October and November. Other time of the year, you will fly from Kathmandu to Lukla and Lukla to Kathmandu.

If you want to know more package of Everest region, we have Everest Base Camp TrekGokyo Lakes TrekEverest Base Camp Trek via Gokyo LakesJiri Everest Base Camp TrekEverest View Trek and Blogs are

The best way to get Lukla from Kathmandu

The best way to view Mount Everest

High Altitude Sickness information 

Packing List for Everest 3 Passes Trek

 

Outline

Day : Arriving in Kathmandu (1350m).

Day 01: Fly to Lukla and Trek to Phakding

Day 02: Trek Phakding - Namche Bazar

Day 03: Acclimatization day

Day 04: Trek Namche - Tengboche

Day 05: Trek Tengboche - Dingboche

Day 06: Trek Dingboche - Chhukhung

Day 07: Acclimatization day ( Hike to Chhukhung Ri or Island Peak Base Camp

Day 08: Chhukhung -Kongma La Pass (5535m) - Lobuche

Day 09: Trek Lobuche - Gorak Shep and Hike to Everest Base Camp (5380m)

Day 10: Gorak Shep - Climb up to Kalapather (5550m) close view of Mt. Everest - Dzongla

Day 11: Trek Dzongla - Chola Pass (5420m) - Thannak

Day 12: Trek Thannak - Gokyo

Day 13: Climb up to Gokyo Ri (5330m) and 5th Lake

Day 14: Trek Gokyo - Renjo La pass (5368m) - Lungdhen

Day 15: Trek Lungdhen - Thame - Namche

Day 16: Trek Namche - Lukla

Day 17: Fly back to Kathmandu

Day Departure from Kathmandu (1350m).

Travel Map
Everest 3 High Passes Trek Map
Video

Daily Itinerary

Whats Included?

  • Pick-up and drop-off service at Trivuwan International Airport in Kathmandu by private Car/Van/Bus depending on group size.
  • Sagarmatha National Park fee and Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality entrance fee.
  • One English speaking government certificate holder trekking guide and trekkers 2:1 porter.
  • Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu by flight tickets with departure tax.
  • All meals (Breakfast, lunch and dinner) with Lodge accommodation during the trek.
  • Guide and porters , equipment, meals, salary , accommodation, insurance etc.
  • First Aids Kit.
  • Local fresh fruit like pomegranates and apple etc.
  • Duffel Bag.
  • Fingertip Pulse Oximeter (we use every day to check your oxygen level and pulse in your body to avoid high risk ).
  • Himalaya Trip T-short.
  • All official expenses and 13% Government VAT.

Whats not Included?

  • International airfare and visa fees ((15 Days US$25 and 30 Days US$40).
  • Hotel and meals in Kathmandu.
  • Your trekking gears.
  • All the drinks such as tea, coffee ,coke, beer, mineral water.
  • Your travel insurance which should include the emergency rescue.
  • Tips for your guide and porters etc.

Essential Infos

When is the best time to do this trek ?

We organize this trek every day in whole year. But if you are planning to do this trek at the best time. We recommend you following time.

  • Winter (December – February): This is coldest time of the year. It will be difficult to trek because of there will be heavy snow. The route will be closed.
  • Spring (March – May): This is best time to trek on EBC trek. You will have wonderful weather with warm temperature. You will also have chances to see the Rhododendron flowers.
  • Summer (June – August): This is monsoon in Nepal. There is chances of raining every day and it will be cloudy. There is chances to cancel the flight. The rain poncho or rain jacket is needed.
  • Autumn (September – November): This is another best time to do this trek. After the raining season. It will be fresh and clear weather will be appear. It will be warm temperature.

What foods can we expect during the trek?

The Lodges have Menu; you will have your own choice. The foods are hygienic. But it is not like cities foods. Non-veg food are not recommend. It is not hygienic.

  • Breakfast: Simple Breakfast (Eggs any item hasbrown potato, toast or Gurung or Tibetan Bread, Pancake, Muesli, Oat Porridge etc.)
  • Lunch: Nepali Thali (Plain Rice, Lentil soup, Potato Curry, Green Vegetable, Papadam,Tomato Hot spicy, Chicken curry optional), Macorani , Spaghetti, Potato item, Mo.Mo or dumpling, Pizza, Friend Rice, Fried Noodles, French fries etc.
  • Dinner: Nepali Thali (Plain Rice, Lentil soup, Potato Curry, Green Vegetable, Papadam,Tomato Hot spicy or pickle, Chicken curry optional), Macorani , Spaghetti, Potato item, Mo.Mo or dumpling, Pizza, Friend Rice, Fried Noodles, French fries etc.
  • Dessert: Fresh Fruit (Apple, orange, pomegranates, Banana with any seasonal fruit) serve as sweet dessert.

Note: All the drinks soft, hot, hard drinks are not included.


Do you have a packing list for the trek?

  • Trekking boots (If new boots are purchased, “break them in” to avoid blisters) and spare laces
  • Hat (Warm),scarf and gloves
  • Trousers (Warm trousers are useful higher up in the mountains in the morning and at night.
  • Running shoes, sandals or thongs (To wear in the camp at night or when your boots are wet).
  • Shorts and trousers
  • Wool-blend socks, liner socks and under wear(three pairs)
  • Thermal underwear
  • Sunhat
  • Fleece jacket
  • T-shirts (two or three) and long sleeved shirt with collar (long sleeved – shirt is particularly suitable for avoiding sun burn.)
  • Laundry soap powder or bar
  • Toilet paper
  • Sunscreen (SPF 20+) and lip bal
  • Sunglasses
  • Pocket knife
  • Iodine ,water-purification tablets or filter
  • Insect repellent ( for lower elevation)
  • Stuff sacks
  • Earplugs
  • Back pack
  • Sleeping back and silk liner
  • Water bottle
  • Torch (flashlight),spare batteries and bulbs
  • Duffle bag
  • Crampon
  • Down jacket or down vest
  • Camera ,memory card and battery charger( spare batteries)
  • Books and magazines
  • Trekking poles
  • Quick- drying camp towel
  • Day pack (This is a small rucksack to carry personal requirements for the day e.g. toilet items,cameras, towel, soap, chocolate bar etc.)
  • 2-4 large plastic bags: to separate clean clothes from dirty ones
  • Personal medical supplies

Important Note

Available of the trip

We organise small group private trip. If you are 2 or more people in your group, you may book any dates.

Travel Insurance

The travel insurance is need in case of any emergency. It is recommend to have.  If you are doing short  and low elevation trek, you can do normal insurance. But if you are doing high altitude or adventure trek, you should have emergency rescue.

Last Minute booking

Normally, trekkers plan the trip before 3-9 months.  Some trekkers decide the trip in last minutes. It is also possible to book your trek at last minutes. For the Last minutes booking, you need to make a full payment.

Tipping

Tipping is highly expected. Our staffs try their best during the trip. After the trip, Tipping is expected. It is not fixed amount or percentage. We recommend the tipping according to their services.

Safety

When you are travelling, the safety is most important. For the safety of our clients, we trained our guide and porters. They are all register trekking / Tour  / Climbing guide and experience porters.

Extra personal expenses

For the extra expenses, it is good to bring USD / Euro / Pound Sterling or ther currency. You may change to Nepali Rupees (NPR) at Tribhuwan International Airport or near your Hotel in Kathmandu. You will use only Nepali rupees during the trip.

Nepal visa

Accept few countries , you will get on arrival Nepal’s Visa at the Tribhuwan International Airport or Nepal board. I recommend to fill up Nepal Visa online form and bring it with you. It will be faster and easy for you and visa fee is recommended to bring cash US dollar. You can’t pay by using credit card.

Trip extension or Itinerary Disclaimer

We organize small group private trip. The trip extension is possible but you have to figure out when you booking the trip.

Group joing and Fixed departure

Most of the time, we have small group private trip. Group joining or fixed departure will be available only at the clients request. 

Luggage store

You are not taking all the lugguage on the trek. You will take only necessary gears on the trek and rest of the gears, you will store at your Hotel in Kathmandu or Pokhara or in our office in Kathmandu. All the Hotels have free lagguge store services. It is more convinent to store at your Hotel.

Responsible travel

  • Ask permission to photograph people.
  • Do not remove or purchase antiques, it is illegal.
  • Avoid wearing revealing clothes and avoid outward displays of physical affection.
  • Do not anything to disturb environment or wild animals.

Domestic flight

Normally, domestic flight is not on time. If you have international flight with domestic connection flight. It is always better to keep some gaps.

Trek Booking

For the Booking, we need passport copy, passport size photo by email or What's App  and 20% deposit.

Why Himalaya Trip ?

  • Fast response
  • Recommended on TripAdvisor
  • Trained guide
  • Local or reasonable price
  • Small group private Trip

 


Frequently Asked Questions

Some trekkers desire to see the whole trail of Renjo La Pass,Chola Pass, Khongma La Pass and all the highlights Gokyo Ri, 5th Lake, Everest Base Camp, Kalapather with Himalayas view from Helicopter. You can do Heli tour from Namche with extra cost. This will be the life time experience with amazing Himalayas views and chances to see all the trail where you have been.

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