The Everest Three High Passes trek is regarded as one of the most challenging treks in Nepal. This trek includes the demanding three passes: Kongma La (5,535m), Cho La (5,420m), and Renjo La (5,420m). It traverses the Gokyo Valley, Gokyo Lake, and the Sherpa villages of Marlung and Thame, allowing trekkers to experience the hidden beauty of the Everest region.
The trek through the Renjo La, Cho La, and Kongma La passes takes you through the remote Bhote Koshi Valley. This hike offers amazing views of mountains that range from 7,000 meters to 8850 meters. This area remains relatively unexplored by many from Western countries. Our goal is to reach the summits of Kalapattar and Gokyo Ri for unparalleled vistas of Mount Everest, as well as views of Cho Oyo, Makalu, Lhotse, and numerous other Himalayan peaks.
This trek is set at a high altitude amidst some of the most stunning mountains on Earth. Consider it not just a trek, but one of the premier mountain adventures you will ever undertake. The Everest trek encompasses three high passes in Nepal, and we have crafted an itinerary that includes all the key attractions while omitting unnecessary days. Should you desire additional treks around Mount Everest, we are happy to adjust the schedule to meet your preferences. Our trekking services include experienced guides, comfortable accommodations, nutritious meals, skilled chefs, and luxurious camping options.
Trip Info
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Hotel/Lodge
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Spring/Autumn
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5550m
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Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
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Local Bus/Jeep
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5-6 hours
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Some places
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20 days
tinerary
Arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu and transfer to the hotel.
Overnight at a hotel
Meals, Welcome diner
Transport, private vehicle
Fly to Lukla airport from Kathmandu, around 40 min flight, and then trek to Phakding (2610m).
Walking hours > 3 to 4 hours
Overnight at guest house
Meals, Breakfast, lunch and diner
Transport, Private vehicle
Take a walk through numerous villages and climb steeply to Namche Bazar, the capital of Sherpa country. En route, discover fantastic views of Thamserku, Everest and Lhotse.
Walking hours, 5 to 6 hours
Overnight at guest house
Meals, Breakfast, lunch and diner
This is the most important place in the region. It is home to the largest market in the Upper Khumbu region. It’s the ideal place to rest and acclimatize to the high altitude. It’s the starting point for the trek to Everest. You can watch the sun set over Ama Dablam, Nuptse and Everest above Namche Bazar.
Walking hours, 4 to 5 hours
Overnight at guest house
Meals, Breakfast, lunch and diner
Follow the path down to the Dudh Koshi river, then up to the Tengboche monastery, a true landmark of Sherpa society. The trail leads through delicate rhododendron forests.
An incomparable view of the mountains surrounding the glaciers.
Walking hours, 5 to 6 hours
Overnight at guest house
Meals, Breakfast, lunch and diner
Ascent to the hamlet of Dingboche, then Chukhung, with its extraordinary views of Lhotse and Ama Dablam.
Walking hours, 5 to 6 hours
Overnight at guest house
Meals, Breakfast, lunch and diner
Walking hours, 4 to 5 hours
Overnight at guest house
Meals, Breakfast, lunch and diner
Walking hours, 4 to 5 hours
Overnight at guest house
Meals, Breakfast, lunch and diner
Today, we head towards the high camp to take the trail to Dingogma, reaching an altitude of 5,412 meters, while passing through the Kongma La Pass at 5,535 meters before arriving in Chukung. The journey offers stunning views of Lhotse, Nuptse, and Ama Dablam. We will spend the night in a lodge in Chhukung.
Walking hours, 7 hours
Overnight at guest house
Meals, Breakfast, lunch and diner
Walking hours, 7 to 8 hours
Overnight at lodge
Meals, Breakfast, lunch and diner
Walk along the side of the mountain past a gigantic chaos of boulders to Gorakshep 5140m, then climb steeply to Kalapattar: a place in the heart of an immense amphitheater surrounded by the world’s highest and most prestigious peaks in the mineral world of the high mountains. Overnight in Gorakshep.
Walking hours, 7 to 8 hours
Overnight at guest house
Meals, Breakfast, lunch and diner
Early morning departure for the real Everest Base Camp. The long way down the glacier is steep, walking on this immense – sea of ice. It’s a place of great intensity and fantastic scenery. Return by the same route to Gorakshep and then to Lobuche.
Walking hours, 7 to 8 hours
Overnight at guest house
Meals, Breakfast, lunch and diner
Walking hours, 4 to 5 hours
Overnight at guest house
Meals, Breakfast, lunch and diner
The steep path leads slowly to Cho La, from where we discover a new valley. The majestic Ama Dablam looms large in the distance.
Our trek continues as far as Gokyo, with the beautiful blue lake in our permanent line of sight. Overnight at the lodge in Gokyo.
Walking hours, 8 hours
Overnight at guest house
Meals, Breakfast, lunch and diner
Leave at dawn to optimize your chances of having good weather at the pass. A festival of alpine aesthetics. The view is breathtaking from all the high mountain ranges. Descend quickly towards Gokyo, the beautiful blue lake always in sight. Night at the lodge in Gokyo.
Walking hours, 4 to 5 hours
Overnight at guest house
Meals, Breakfast, lunch and diner
Long and beautiful day. Arriving at the pass, we discover a fantastic landscape: Sagarmatha (Everest), Makalu, Pumo Ri, Cho Oyu.
Walking hours, 7 to 8 hours
Overnight at guest house
Meals, Breakfast, lunch and diner
We proceed along the right bank of the Bhote Koshi, passing through many kharka (mountain pastures and hamlets). According to legend, the village of Taranga is the village of the yeti; if we don’t meet him, we can feast on the delicious local potatoes! There is less vegetation and habitation after Marulung. Caravans traveling from Tibet to trade in the Khumbu region cross the valley as it continues towards the Nangpa La pass. Our eyes are delighted by Cho Oyu and numerous other peaks!
The journey continues to Thame. Overnight at the lodge in Thame.
Walking hours, 4 to 5 hours
Overnight at guest house
Meals, Breakfast, lunch and diner
Walking hours, 3 to 4 hours
Overnight at lodge
Meals, Breakfast, lunch and diner
Descent to Phakding in the Dudh Koshi valley before climbing to Lukla.
Walking hours, 5 to 6 hours
Overnight at lodge
Meals, Breakfast, lunch and diner
Depending on the weather, our flight to Kathmandu will take off earlier in the morning.
Flight duration, 40 min
Overnight at a hotel
Meals, Breakfast, lunch
Transfer to the airport at least three hours before your flight time. Our representative shall be accompanying you to the Kathmandu airport for your final departure.
Meals, Breakfast
Transport, private vehicle
