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1 ReviewThe Everest Three Passes Trek is a challenging and exhilarating adventure. Goes through some of the most beautiful landscapes in the Everest region of Nepal. This trek is aimed at experienced hikers and climbers looking for an extraordinary and intense experience in the Himalayas.
The Everest 3 Passes Trek is named after the three high passes. It encompasses Kongma La Pass (5,535 meters), Chola Pass (5,420 meters), and Renjo La Pass (5,340 meters). These passes offer spectacular panoramic views of the surrounding mountains, including Mount Everest (8,848 meters), Mount Lhotse (8,516 meters), and Mount Nuptse (7,861 meters).
The trek usually starts and ends in Lukla, a small town in the Khumbu region of Nepal. From Lukla, trekkers begin on a journey that takes them through picturesque Sherpa villages, lush valleys, and ancient monasteries. Along the way, you’ll enjoy seeing breathtaking mountain vistas, including the famous Ama Dablam and Thamserku peaks.
Throughout the trek, you’ll have the opportunity to explore iconic landmarks. Trek to Everest Base Camp and the stunning turquoise Gokyo Lakes. These natural wonders offer breathtaking and serene views. You’ll also have the chance to visit old and historical monasteries. you can witness the local Sherpa people’s rich Buddhist culture and traditions.
One of the highlights of the Everest Three Passes Trek is the sense of accomplishment that comes with conquering each of the three high passes. Crossing these challenging mountain passes requires careful acclimatization, proper equipment, and a knowledgeable guide. The feeling of standing on top of each pass and taking in the breathtaking vistas is truly rewarding and memorable.
You can do Everest Three Pass Trek clockwise or anti-clockwise. Our 17-day Itinerary for this trek is clockwise. But we will organize the three-pass trek to Nepal on both routes. you can make a decision or choose a suitable route. It depends on your choice or interest.
The 3 Passes Trek is known for its challenging terrain, high-altitude passes, and remote wilderness. Trekkers have to prepare for long and strenuous days of hiking, with steep ascents and descents. You need to have prior trekking experience and good physical fitness.
Major factors resulting in this trek difficulties are:
Trekkers need to undergo proper physical training and have experience in multi-day trekking. And trekking with experienced guides or trekking agencies before attempting your adventure trek.
The best time to do the Everest 3 Passes Trek is during the spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November). This season’s weather is relatively stable and the skies are clear. However, it’s important to note that even during these seasons, weather conditions in the Himalayas can be unpredictable and trekkers have to prepare for climate changes.
Physical Fitness: The three-pass trekking route is physically demanding due to the remoteness and high passes. So you have to be physically fit and have good experience with high-altitude trekking.
Altitude Sickness: It plays a big role in the success of your trek so always be aware of the risks of altitude sickness. Follow the necessary precautions such as walking slowly, acclimatization, and staying hydrated (Drinking enough water).
Weather and best time: Plan your trek at the best time so you can visit the spring and autumn seasons for the success of your trek.
Equipment: The trekking equipment is also the next important thing for the success of your high passes trek so you have good and branded equipment.
There are no exact costs for the Three Passes trek; different trekking agencies offer different costs with different packages. The cost depends on your group size and quality of services. Himalaya Darshan Treks offers a Three Passes Trek Cost 17-day package with a cost of $1650 per person for a full board package. We have many other packages and we offer service package and guide and porter hire service too. So you can choose your best package with us.
Flight Information to /from Lukla: Due to the Kathmandu airport overcrowding, Flights to Lukla (Everest Region) depart from Ramechhap Airport for the busiest season. The distance from Kathmandu to Ramechhap airport is about 130 kilometers. So it takes about 3.5 to 4 hours to drive. We leave Kathmandu at 1 or 1.30 AM to catch our early morning flights from Ramechhap to Lukla.
Note: The flight will be departing from March 15 to May 15 and October to November. However, it depends on the decision of the airlines and the civil aviation authority of Nepal.
The bad weather conditions and overtraffic in Kathmandu airports are the main reasons for delaying and canceling flights. The weather in hilly and Himalayan regions will be changed so quickly. So, We at Himalaya Darshan Treks highly recommend managing a minimum of 1 or 2 extra days for your Everest and Dolpo region treks.
The airlines have a weight limitation of only 15 kilograms (about 33 pounds) per person so please try to make your luggage less than 15 kilograms. Otherwise, you have to pay extra money but it is only possible if there is no overweight on the plane. So, the best option is to make your bag light
In conclusion, the Everest Three Passes Trek offers a once-in-a-lifetime adventure for trekkers. And mountaineers are seeking to immerse themselves in the awe-inspiring beauty of the Everest region. It’s a physically demanding trek that requires proper preparation.
But the reward of witnessing the majestic Himalayan peaks and conquering the high passes is truly unparalleled. With our customized 3 passes Trek Itinerary, you can rest assured and join us in this beautiful yet thrilling trek in the Everest region.
To book this trip or for more inquiries, you can click Book this trip from our web page. We suggest early booking so you have enough time to prepare for this trek. We are ready to organize your travel bucket list trek. You can also contact us by WhatsApp at +977 9841073239 for quick inquiries.
Normally, the 3-pass trek takes 17 to 19 days, It is a long and challenging trek in the Everest region. We at Himalaya Darshan Treks offer a 17-day Three Passes Trek Itinerary and package. It is a customizable itinerary so if you like to make this trek longer or shorter we are ready to organize your trek.
The Everest three-pass trek is categorized as a challenging trek due to its high altitude and remoteness. You should be physically fit and have good experience with the high-altitude trek. which will help you to succeed in this trek.
Might be, when you do start trekking above 3000 meters. There will be high chances of altitude sickness. Everest 3 passes trek is an adventure-challenging high pass trek so it will be more hard and more risky. So always be aware of the risks of Altitude Sickness. Follow the necessary precautions such as walking slowly, acclimatization, and staying hydrated (Drinking enough water). It plays a big role in the success of your trek. If you feel more uncomfortable and feel some altitude symptoms please tell your guide.
The Everest Three passes are Khongma La Pass 5535m (18,160 ft), Chola Pass 5420m (17780 ft), and Renjo La Pass 5360m (17676 ft). The three-pass trek is best for adventure lovers and to experience new heights from the 3 high passes in the Everest region Nepal.
We, Himalaya Darshan Treks heartily welcome you and your group to Nepal. One of our company staff will take you to your hotel in Kathmandu. The person will be waiting outside the baggage hall of the Tribhuwan International Airport, Kathmandu, holding an A4-size paper with your name and our company name. So, you have to look for that person for your pick up from the airport. Your check-in at the hotel.
Your guide will pick you up from your hotel in the early morning and drive you to the domestic terminal at Kathmandu airport, where you will board a 30-minute flight to Lukla. You will be treated to some of the most breathtaking Himalayan views during the trip. You will be met by your porter, who will carry your luggage after you arrive at Tenzing-Hilary airport. Then your journey begins. Then it’s a short trek to Phakding crossing a beautiful village and the amazing mani wall at upper Ghat.
Our trek begins in the morning with a crossing of the Dudh Kosi River, passing through the charming villages of Toktok, Bhenkar, and Monjo before arriving at the Sagarmatha National Park entrance gate. Then we will trek for a few hours along the riverbed and cross our final bridge before a steep uphill trek to Namche Bazaar. Namche is home to various excellent restaurants, pubs, a computer café, a post office, and banks. It is the main gateway to the entrance of the Everest region too.
Namche Bazaar is a lovely town with a 3,440m height. We’ll need to stay two nights to acclimate to the higher altitude. This is your Excruciation day. After breakfast, you can hike to Everest View Hotel. From there you can enjoy seeing breathtaking views of Mt Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, and Amadablam. Likewise, many other beautiful mountain peaks in the Everest Himalayan range. You also can enjoy wild animals, birds and many more. You can explore Namche bazaar and enjoy your evening with many restaurants, Bars (Irish Bar), a Bakery café, and a shopping center.
After breakfast in Namche, we begin our journey to Tengboche, with spectacular views of Mt. Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, and a close-up glimpse of Thamserku. Our walk to Tengboche has a few ups and downs and beautiful Himalayan views. Tengboche is home to the Khumbu region’s largest Buddhist monastery.
The ideal time to see Tengboche’s magnificent monastery is on a clear morning. This is an excellent opportunity to use your camera! We then continue our climb on the top trail, taking advantage of the views to see the ancient monastery, before passing past various Chortens and Mani walls and several tiny settlements to reach Dingboche
It’s good to take another day to acclimate before traveling to higher elevations. Hike to Nagarjun Hill Plus 5,000m. You can enjoy the magnificent mountain views of Mount Makalu, Taboche, Nuptse, Lhotse, and Island Peak. Then descend to the hotel. After lunch at the hotel, our free time rest and relax.
Our trail leads us to a different valley from Dingboche the way to Chhukung valley. It is also a popular route to Island peak climbing. You may take the spectacular mountain vistas in and around the valley along the route.
After lunch at the hotel, We will start our hike to Chhukung Ri (Chhukung Peak) 5,556m and enjoy the eye-catching view of Mt Makalu, Lhotse, and Cho Oyu. Likewise, Island Peak, Lhotse Glacier, and many other beautiful mountain vistas. Then we will back to the hotel.
Our day starts early in the morning with a journey ascending an icy path, followed by a stony trail beneath Kongma-La Pass and its Kongma Peak, also known as Mehra Peak. Then, at 5,535 meters, we pass via Kongma-La Pass, which is wedged between Mt Nuptse Wall, Mihara, and Pokalde peaks. We take a very high trail up to the base of the Khumbu Glacier to arrive at Lobuche after a difficult climb towards the Khumbu Glacier and rocky trail
The trail to Gorakshep winds its way across the Khumbu Glacier’s moraine, past the pyramid marker. We soon obtain views of Mt. Pumori, Lingtern, Khumbutse, Nuptse, and the crest of Everest’s North Slope. We hike a short distance to Thangma Riju, where we have a breathtaking 360-degree view of snow-capped mountains.
After a short break and having some lunch at our guest house, we will start our walking to Everest base camp 5,364m. walking through the glacier. After great success to reach the base camp of Mt. Everest, we will back to Gorakshep.
Some trekkers, don’t like to go to Base Camp and may prefer to stay at a tea house to rest and plan a walk to Kala Patthar to see the spectacular sunset view.
We have to start our hike early in the morning for Kala Pathar (also known as Black Rock), a well-known landmark that provides the most breathtaking panoramic view of the surrounding huge peaks, including a close-up of Mt. Everest. We then return to Gorakshep and continue to Lobuche for lunch. After lunch, we will continue our journey to Dzongla. Stay at the tea house.
From Dzongla, We started to climb 5,420m (the second pass of our three passes journeys). We continue our climb across Cho La Pass. After reaching the valley’s highest point, take in some spectacular views of Chola Lake and Mt.Ama Dablam along the way. We will enjoy the view and take some photos for your memory from the Chola top. Our journey starts to descend a difficult way to reach Thangnak.
After lunch here, Continue our journey to Gokyo Lake, a little settlement at the base of Gokyo Peak. We’ll get some spectacular mountain vistas along the way. We continue uphill on a trail that goes to Gokyo, with a spectacular view of Tanjung Cho Lake. After a brief hike along the Ngozumpa Glacier’s edge. We have some fantastic views of Gokyo Lake once we cross the glacier on the other side.
On this day, you have two hiking alternatives: Gokyo Ri 5,360m or Fifth Lake. You and your guide can decide on those possibilities. Both locations are ideal for trekking with spectacular mountain views. If you want to climb Gokyo Ri, you must do so either before or after breakfast (for a sunrise view) for panoramic views of several mountains, including Mt. Everest, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Makalu, Mt. Cho-Oyu, and many other snow-capped mountains. After enjoying the Himalayan jewels from the Gokyo Ri, Trek descends to the Same hotel and rest and relax.
Early in the morning, a simple walk around the lake kicks off the day. The trail soon becomes a hard ascent to the Renjo La Summit 5,360m. (this is the last and 3rd pass of our three passes treks) We will enjoy similar views to those seen from Gokyo Ri. A steep descent from the top, we will enjoy the view of lakes and beautiful mountains and continue to descend to Lungdhen. which is located in a new valley. Then the trail keeps descending and loses altitude at a consistent pace, and reaches the village of Marlung.
The trail slowly moves towards the famous village of Thame on easier terrain. Thame is beautiful and famous for Sherpa culture. You can enjoy beautiful mountain views from here too. You can visit the historic monastery but it is a little bit far from the village so you need to short hike to reach there.
From the Thame Village our trails lead us to Namche Bazaar via Thamo Village it is easy walking. You will enjoy the view of beautiful mountains and wildlife during your walk. You can enjoy your evening at Namche Bazaar.
This is our final walking day on these magnificent, spectacular mountains that have been our home for several days. Our journey to Lukla, roughly 7 hours from Namche, will take us along the Dudh Koshi River. The same way descends when we ascend to Namche Bazaar.
A scenic flight of around 35 minutes from Lukla to Kathmandu. We will arrive in Kathmandu and be transferred to our hotel.
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Flight from Lukla to Ramechhap and drive to Kathmandu.
This will be the last day of your trip to Nepal. One of our staff will take you and your group to Tribhuwan International Airport, Kathmandu for your final departure. We wish you and your group safe flights with unforgettable memory from your Nepal trip. Hope to see you again.
Trip Dates | Price | Space Left | |
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Sep 09, 2024 - Sep 26, 2024 | USD 1550 | 6 | |
Sep 17, 2024 - Oct 04, 2024 | USD 1599 | 6 | |
Sep 25, 2024 - Oct 12, 2024 | USD 1650 | 6 | |
Oct 07, 2024 - Oct 24, 2024 | USD 1650 | 4 | |
Oct 17, 2024 - Nov 03, 2024 | USD 1650 | 2 | |
Nov 05, 2024 - Nov 22, 2024 | USD 1599 | 2 | |
Nov 15, 2024 - Dec 02, 2024 | USD 1599 | 4 | |
Nov 24, 2024 - Dec 10, 2024 | USD 1550 | 4 | |
Dec 03, 2024 - Dec 19, 2024 | USD 1550 |
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I did the Three Passes Trek in the Everest Region with GB in November 2019.
The company came highly recommended by well-traveled hiker friends of mine from New Zealand. I was already travelling when I booked the trip but managed to organize it all easily from a tablet on the go as all queries were answered swiftly by GB. Communication was fast and clear.
He took care of all details for the full itinerary package – drivers, plane transfers etc and helped me to acquire the remaining gear I needed in Kathmandu. The hotel he chose was also very comfortable, with excellent customer service.
I was initially a little worried about how I would take to the high altitude, as this was my first hike at this height, along with other variables like potential bad weather late in the season but GB put my mind at ease and laid out how we could adapt the trip together with suggested changes and alternative routes depending on how I was feeling on any given day. In the end, we did need to take an alternative route for one of the passes due to a headache that wasn’t improving overnight, but I always felt in control and safe knowing GB’s safety conscious and well-prepared approach would solve any problems quickly.
Along with Bhim, my porter, a very positive ‘vibe’ was created between the 3 of us on the walk everyday which helped to push me along and gave me extra encouragement, even times when I wasn’t feeling well, or going over slightly difficult terrain. I was always made aware of what was ahead each day on track condition, distances/altitude and weather, as well as having fun learning some Nepali and trying to remember the names of all the mountains along the way! Making it to Everest Base Camp and over the High Passes was certainly a great personal achievement for me which I think I was unlikely to achieve without GB.
He is also very accommodating to any special requests you may have. He went the extra mile to find me a private room at each teahouse, which wasn’t always easy or guaranteed, so I could have my privacy and sleep as a solo traveler. He adapted the timing of meals and pits tops to suit what worked for me.
With a calm, patient and engaging manner, he is very intuitive to your needs and interested in his clients. I learned a lot from him about nature, culture and life in Nepal and he has tones of recommendations and tips for further exploring Kathmandu and Nepal which was invaluable.
Whilst you could walk on your own or with a much bigger group, the attentiveness, flexibility and value-for-money you will get from GB is second-to-none and will make the experience more enjoyable. I think his ability to really listen to his clients allows him to exceed expectations, and guarantees a truly memorable adventure. I wouldn’t trek with anyone else when I go back to Nepal.
Thank you GB, great memories, hopes to have another adventure with you!