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3 Passes Trekking
— Aristophanes
Trip Facts
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Trip Code AN- M021
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Trip Length 19 Days
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For Price Contact Us
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Route Difficulty Level D
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Group Size Min 1 to 12
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Min Altitude 2610m / 8563 ft.
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Max Altitude 5545m / 18192 ft.
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Route Style Teahouse
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Mode Fly In Fly Out
About Trip
Everest Three Pass Trekking is for a true adventure lover who seeks thrill and enjoyment walking through harsh terrains and unfavorable weather (sometimes) to reach the top of the peak or passes and stand to view the grand architecture of nature and Himalayas.
3 Pass Everest Trek is considered as one of the best trekking route of Everest region and very popular among the travelers as this rewarding journey has numerous attractions like high elevation passes, prestigious peaks, sunrise hike point, awesome mountain viewpoints, tapering ridges, sacred tranquil lakes, colorful Sherpa villages and authentic Buddhist monasteries throughout the walk. No doubt, it will be your one of the best experience of a lifetime.
The most popular single treks like Everest Base Camp, Gokyo Valley or any trek on the Upper-Everest region (Namchee Bazaar and above) falls on 3 Pass Everest trekking route. Every day there are new items to witness and understand about the mystic Himalayas and the people.
The three passes are — Renjo La Pass, Cho La Pass and Kongma La Pass — also referred as Everest Circuit Trek — supplies best walking experience in varied terrains and landscapes watching over the majestic peaks of 6000m, 7000m, 8000m and world highest Everest (8848m).
Although the good physical condition is always good, you don’t worry if you want to do this Everest Transverse Trek without any hiking background. Rest, Acclimatization and Confidence! And we design the itineraries to make it possible for every nature lovers to witness the grandeur of mother earth without no special training and previous experience.
Trek to Everest Three Pass begins with a scenic flight from Kathmandu to Lukla and hike to the gateway of Everest — Namchee Bazaar (3440m) on the following day. After a day rest and acclimatization, the journey continues to Dingboche village via Tyangboche Monastery for the first pass of trek — Kongma La (5535m) until reaching Everest Base Camp (5364m) and Kala Patthar View Point on days later.
We retrace our path from Gorakshep until Lobuche and change course to enter Gokyo valley via second pass — Cho La Pass (5368m). After exploring the beautiful Gokyo Lakes and capturing a majestic view of Everest (again) from Gokyo Peak, we head for our final pass — Renjo La Pass (5360m) and there’s the beautiful view of Gokyo Lake and World Highest Everest. After enjoying awe inspiring views from the Renjo La top, we descend to colorful Thame village and visit old Buddhist monasteries before finding the same place from where we begin — Namchee Bazaar and further descend to Lukla.
Highlights
- High elevation adventurous journey of three 5000m plus passes
- Tranquil Gokyo Lake and Beautiful Gokyo Valley (4790m)
- Base Camp of World Highest Everest at 5364m/17598ft
- Immense mountain views including of four world highest (I, IV, V, VI)
- Top viewpoint of Nepal – Gokyo Peak and Kala Patthar
- Colossal Khumbu Glacier and Ngozumpa Glacier (largest in Nepal)
- Several old Buddhist Gompas and monasteries including Thame and Tyangboche
- Excellent walk through beautiful Sherpa villages and communities
Outline Itinerary
- Day 01:Arrival in Kathmandu and transfer to Hotel
- Day 02:Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing and Preparation Day for Trekking
- Day 03:Morning Flight from Kathmandu to Lukla and trek to Phakding (2610m / 8563 ft.)
- Day 04:Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3440m/11286 ft)
- Day 05:Rest and acclimatization day at Namche Bazaar (3440m/11286 ft)
- Day 06:Trek from Namche Bazaar to Tyangboche (3870m/12697 ft)
- Day 07:Trek from Tyangboche to Dingboche (4410m/14468 ft)
- Day 08:Trek from Dingboche to Chhukung (4730m / 15518 ft)
- Day 09:Cross Kongma La Pass (5535m / 18159 ft) and descend to Lobuche (4910m/16109 ft)
- Day 10:Trek from Lobuche to Gorakshep to EBC (5364m / 17598 ft.) to Gorakshep (5120m/ 16798 ft)
- Day 11:Sunrise Climb to Kala Patthar (5545m / 18192 ft.) and trek to Lobuche (4910m/ 16109 ft)
- Day 12:Trek from Lobuche to Dzongla (4830m / 15846 ft)
- Day 13:Cross Cho La Pass (5368m/ 17612 ft) and descend to Gokyo (4790m/15715 ft)
- Day 14:Sunrise Climb to Gokyo Peak (5357m / 17575 ft) and Lake Exploration Day
- Day 15:Cross Renjo La Pass (5360m / 17585 ft) and descend to Lungden (4368m/14330 ft)
- Day 16:Trek from Lungden to Thame (3820m/12533 ft)
- Day 17:Trek from Thame to Monjo (2835m/9301 ft)
- Day 18:Trek from Monjo to Lukla (2840m/9318 ft)
- Day 19:Morning Flight from Lukla to Kathmandu and transfer to Hotel
- Day 20:Final Departure | Rest Day at Kathmandu Valley | Other Travel Plan
Included in the Cost
- Airport Transfer
- Arrival Pick Up: Welcomed by our representative on arrival at Kathmandu Airport and transfer to the accommodation facility accordingly.
- Departure See Off: We shall arrange your final departure towards International Airport on private vehicle hoping to see you someday in arrival section again.
- Trip Accommodation
- Standard Hotel in Kathmandu for 3 nights (Twin Shared Basis)
- Best Suited Local Teahouse and Dorm Shelter during trekking
- Trip Meals and Drinks
- Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner with seasonal fruits during trekking
- Breakfast in Kathmandu Valley
- Trekking Crew and Staffs
- Experienced and Well Trained Government License Holder Trekking Guide
- Supportive Assistant Guide based on the group size
- Carryin Staffs to support the luggage of trekkers. They are strong to carry for two trekkers’ luggages, which is best-minimized upto 20 kg in total.
- All Nepalese Crew members’ salary, food, flight, accommodation and most importantly, insurance of each are already covered.
- Transportation/ Flight
- Private Vehicle are used for airport and trekking transfers
- Roundtrip Domestic Flight (Kathmandu Lukla) with airport taxes
- Permit and Paperworks’
- Necessary National Park Area Permit Fee
- Trekkers Information Management System (TIMS) Registration Card
- Packing and Equipments
- AN Seasonal Sleeping Bag and Down Jacket (please care to return after use)
- Trekker’s personal gears and equipments are NOT INCLUDED.
- Others
- Comprehensive First Aid Kit (bring your personal medication, if have any)
- All applicable fees, local taxes and government taxes
- Trekking Map, Trekking Certificate etc
Not Included in the Cost
- Visa and Entrance Fee
- You can also obtain Arrival Visa at Tribhuwan International Airport, Kathmandu.
- Multiple entry visas are USD 25, USD 40 and USD 100 for 15 days, 30 days and 90 days respectively.
- Entrance Fees to Cultural and Heritage Sites during sightseeing
- Meals and Drinks
- Lunch in Kathmandu
- Any Meals than mentioned in itinerary above
- Drinking Water, Soft and Hard Drinks, Tea/Coffee during trip
- Personal Expenses
- Phone Calls, Laundry, Battery Charging, Shopping, Hot Shower, Additional Carryin Staff Support etc
- Trekking gears and equipments
- Personal gears and equipments (See Trip Menu)
- You can also buy both local made and original branded gears in trekking gear stores of Kathmandu.
- Travel Insurance
- No travel insurance of any kinds is included for trekkers. You should buy yourself a travel insurance that suit your adventure activities and cover possible expenses (Our Crew are Insured).
- Other Activities
- Any other excursion or adventure plan besides mentioned above is not included however; they can be arranged happily upon your interest on extra cost.
- Miscellaneous
- Tips of Gratitude for Crew Members (Expected)
- Cost arises due obstruction and delay on the programmed itinerary due weather problems, road situation. natural calamities and social & political causes (reason beyond our hands to take control)
- Any other thing besides the Service Include Section
Detail Itinerary
Day 1Arrival in Kathmandu and transfer to Hotel Drive: 30-45 min | Accommodation: Hotel | Meals: Dinner
Day 2Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing and Preparation Day for Trekking Drive: 3-4 hrs | Accommodation: Hotel | Meals: Breakfast
Day 3Morning Flight from Kathmandu to Lukla and trek to Phakding (2610m / 8563 ft.) Drive: 30min | Flight: 25min | Walk: 3- 3.5 hrs | Accommodation: Local Teahouse | Meals: B, L, D
Day 4Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3440m/11286 ft) Walk: 5.5 - 6 hrs | Accommodation: Local Teahouse | Meals: B, L, D
Day 5Rest and acclimatization day at Namche Bazaar (3440m/11286 ft) Walk: 5.5 - 6 hrs | Accommodation: Local Teahouse | Meals: B, L, D
Day 6Trek from Namche Bazaar to Tyangboche (3870m/12697 ft) Walk: 5 – 5.5 hrs | Accommodation: Local Teahouse | Meals: B, L, D
Day 7Trek from Tyangboche to Dingboche (4410m/14468 ft) Walk: 5 – 5.5 hrs | Accommodation: Local Teahouse | Meals: B, L, D
Day 8Trek from Dingboche to Chhukung (4730m / 15518 ft) Walk: 2.5 – 3 hrs | Accommodation: Local Teahouse | Meals: B, L, D
Day 9Cross Kongma La Pass (5535m / 18159 ft) and descend to Lobuche (4910m/16109 ft) Walk: 7 – 8 hrs | Accommodation: Local Teahouse | Meals: B, L, D
Day 10Trek from Lobuche to Gorakshep to EBC (5364m / 17598 ft.) to Gorakshep (5120m/ 16798 ft) Walk: 6 – 7 hrs | Accommodation: Local Teahouse | Meals: B, L, D
Day 11Sunrise Climb to Kala Patthar (5545m / 18192 ft.) and trek to Lobuche (4910m/ 16109 ft) Walk: 6 – 6.5 hrs | Accommodation: Local Teahouse | Meals: B, L, D
Day 12Trek from Lobuche to Dzongla (4830m / 15846 ft) Walk: 6 – 6.5 hrs | Accommodation: Local Teahouse | Meals: B, L, D
Day 13Cross Cho La Pass (5368m/ 17612 ft) and descend to Gokyo (4790m/15715 ft) Walk: 6 – 6.5 hrs | Accommodation: Local Teahouse | Meals: B, L, D
Day 14Sunrise Climb to Gokyo Peak (5357m / 17575 ft) and Lake Exploration Day Walk: 6 – 7 hrs | Accommodation: Local Teahouse | Meals: B, L, D
Day 15Cross Renjo La Pass (5360m / 17585 ft) and descend to Lungden (4368m/14330 ft) Walk: 7 – 7.5 hrs | Accommodation: Local Teahouse | Meals: B, D
Day 16Trek from Lungden to Thame (3820m/12533 ft) Walk: 3.5 - 4 hrs | Accommodation: Local Teahouse | Meals: B, L, D
Day 17Trek from Thame to Monjo (2835m/9301 ft) Walk: 5.5 - 6 hrs | Accommodation: Local Teahouse | Meals: B, L, D
Day 18Trek from Monjo to Lukla (2840m/9318 ft) Walk: 4.5 - 5 hrs | Accommodation: Local Teahouse | Meals: B, L, D
Day 19Morning Flight from Lukla to Kathmandu and transfer to Hotel Flight: 25 min. | Drive : 30-45 min | Accommodation: Hotel | Meals: Breakfast and Dinner
Day 20Final Departure | Rest Day at Kathmandu Valley | Other Travel Plan
Read Reviews
See you again for third adventure
Rating:
This was my second time to Nepal and on my last time visit, I had done short hiking near Pokhara. This time I wanted to do some adventure itinerary so I check around in couple of trekking agencies of Thamel for more information. I met Milan and we end up talking hours about my travel plan and interest. After couple times meeting, I decided to go with the customize route prepared by Milan. Our trekking Guide, Amrit was fantastic. He was experienced leader who likes to talk and share his rich information about the country people culture and lifestyle. Ajaya, our porter was the engine which was running the trip carrying our bagpacks and we never saw him without the smile. He was little shy but likes to learn and talk. I am glad to meet this team of professionals and wonderful people and see you again for my third time adventure in Nepal.
Rebecca Wysocko, Poland
Safety Concern
Your safety is our top concern while organizing outdoor and adventure plans. Our leaders and crew members are experienced professionals who will make sure that trip is safely coursed. We truly understand the essentiality of information flow and risk management to provide the best experience. Our trekking arrangement includes the proper clothing, supplies of equipment and gears, high altitude prevention measures and remedies to provide the carefree adventure in the Himalayas.
Room to Customize
Standard itinerary and route plans are typically designed considering the average level of fitness of travelers and level of altitude gain on the trek (and multiple other factors) which can be modified as per the interest, time and budget plan of travelers. There is always a room for customization of the given standard itinerary if it does not meet your way of interest and then please pass your opinion. You may want to stay in Kathmandu by yourself or maybe do sightseeing around by yourself; we will give you more information to do it by yourself if you ask us.
We always like to hear what you have to say. We are always happy to assist your valuable travel holidays in your manner with the best information that suits your way of traveling. It is your travel plan; you can choose what you want to do, of course with a lot of information first. Feel free to submit and share your travel ideas and we shall get back to you with more thoughts in no time.
Group Size
We, ourselves feel that the group size of maximum 12 pax is an ideal size to run the trip. However, we have also arranged the plan for large students groups, employee groups and able to organize such trip for groups upon request. All of our trekking plans are accompanied by specialized local leaders, guides, porters and assistant guides (as required) who will always ensure your safety and comfort at every part of the journey.
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