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3 Passes Trekking
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Trip Facts
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Trip Code AN- M021
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Trip Length 18 Days
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Route Difficulty Level D
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Group Size Min 2 to 8
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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 or 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.
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:Drive from Kathmandut to Ramechhap and transfer to Hotel
- Day 02:Morning Flight from Ramechhap to Lukla and trek to Phakding (2610m / 8563 ft.)
- Day 03:Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3440m/11286 ft)
- Day 04:Rest and acclimatization day at Namche Bazaar (3440m/11286 ft)
- Day 05:Trek from Namche Bazaar to Tyangboche (3870m/12697 ft)
- Day 06:Trek from Tyangboche to Dingboche (4410m/14468 ft)
- Day 07:Trek from Dingboche to Chhukung (4730m / 15518 ft)
- Day 08:Cross Kongma La Pass (5535m / 18159 ft) and descend to Lobuche (4910m/16109 ft)
- Day 09:Trek from Lobuche to Gorakshep to EBC (5364m / 17598 ft.) to Gorakshep (5120m/ 16798 ft)
- Day 10:Sunrise Climb to Kala Patthar (5545m / 18192 ft.) and trek to Lobuche (4910m/ 16109 ft)
- Day 11:Trek from Lobuche to Dzongla (4830m / 15846 ft)
- Day 12:Cross Cho La Pass (5368m/ 17612 ft) and descend to Gokyo (4790m/15715 ft)
- Day 13:Sunrise Climb to Gokyo Peak (5357m / 17575 ft) and Lake Exploration Day
- Day 14:Cross Renjo La Pass (5360m / 17585 ft) and descend to Lungden (4368m/14330 ft)
- Day 15:Trek from Lungden to Thame (3820m/12533 ft)
- Day 16:Trek from Thame to Monjo (2835m/9301 ft)
- Day 17:Trek from Monjo to Lukla (2840m/9318 ft)
- Day 18:Morning Flight from Lukla to Ramechap and drive to Kathmandu
- Day 19:Final Departure | Rest Day at Kathmandu Valley | Other Travel Plan
Included in the Cost
- All Airport Arrival and Departure Transfers
- Best Suited Local Teahouse Accommodation during trekking
- 1 Experience Leader Guide, Porter (1 per 2 trekkers) and Assistant as per group size
- 17 Breakfast, 18 Dinner, 18 Lunch with seasonal fruits and cups of tea
- All Expense of Nepalese Crew Members including salary, insurance, food, accommodation, equipments and transfers
- Roundtrip Domestic Flight (Ramechhap Lukla) with airport taxes
- All necessary National Park Permit and Paperworks
- All necessary trekking transfers in private vehicle
- Seasonal Sleeping Bag and Down Jacket (return after use)
- Our Duffel Bag, Trip Map and Adventure Certificate
- Farewell Nepalese Cultural Dinner
- Comprehensive First Aid Medical Kit
- All applicable fees, local and government taxes
Not Included in the Cost
- Nepal Visa Fee and International Airfare
- Meals and Accommodation in Kathmandu Valley
- Personal Trekking Gears and Equipments
- Trekking Expenses like Drinking Water, Soft & Hard Drinks, Juice, Phone Calls, Internet Use, Battery Charging, Laundry, Hot Shower, Donation, Additional Porter etc
- Any Kinds of Health or Travel Insurance (It is mandatory to reduce the possible expense in case of emergency evacuation)
- Cost arises due to obstruction and delays in the program itinerary due to weather problems,
- Any Kinds of Tipping to Crew Members (Expected)
- Any other expenses or activities besides “Service Provided”
Detail Itinerary
Day 1Drive from Kathmandut to Ramechhap and transfer to HotelDrive: 4 – 5 hrs | Accommodation: Local Guest House | Meals: Lunch and Dinner
Day 2Morning Flight from Ramechhap to Lukla and trek to Phakding (2610m / 8563 ft.) Flight: 20min | Walk: 3- 4 hrs | Accommodation: Local Teahouse | Meals: B, L, D
Day 3Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3440m/11286 ft) Walk: 5 - 6 hrs | Accommodation: Local Teahouse | Meals: B, L, D
Day 4Rest and acclimatization day at Namche Bazaar (3440m/11286 ft) Walk: 4 - 5 hrs | Accommodation: Local Teahouse | Meals: B, L, D
Day 5Trek from Namche Bazaar to Tyangboche (3870m/12697 ft) Walk: 5 – 6 hrs | Accommodation: Local Teahouse | Meals: B, L, D
Day 6Trek from Tyangboche to Dingboche (4410m/14468 ft) Walk: 5 – 6 hrs | Accommodation: Local Teahouse | Meals: B, L, D
Day 7Trek from Dingboche to Chhukung (4730m / 15518 ft) Walk: 3 – 4 hrs | Accommodation: Local Teahouse | Meals: B, L, D
Day 8Cross 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 9Trek 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 10Sunrise Climb to Kala Patthar (5545m / 18192 ft.) and trek to Lobuche (4910m/ 16109 ft) Walk: 6 – 7 hrs | Accommodation: Local Teahouse | Meals: B, L, D
Day 11Trek from Lobuche to Dzongla (4830m / 15846 ft) Walk: 6 – 7 hrs | Accommodation: Local Teahouse | Meals: B, L, D
Day 12Cross Cho La Pass (5368m/ 17612 ft) and descend to Gokyo (4790m/15715 ft) Walk: 6 – 7 hrs | Accommodation: Local Teahouse | Meals: B, L, D
Day 13Sunrise Climb to Gokyo Peak (5357m / 17575 ft) and Lake Exploration Day Walk: 6 – 7 hrs | Accommodation: Local Teahouse | Meals: B, L, D
Day 14Cross Renjo La Pass (5360m / 17585 ft) and descend to Lungden (4368m/14330 ft) Walk: 7 – 8 hrs | Accommodation: Local Teahouse | Meals: B, L, D
Day 15Trek from Lungden to Thame (3820m/12533 ft) Walk: 3 - 4 hrs | Accommodation: Local Teahouse | Meals: B, L, D
Day 16Trek from Thame to Monjo (2835m/9301 ft) Walk: 5 - 6 hrs | Accommodation: Local Teahouse | Meals: B, L, D
Day 17Trek from Monjo to Lukla (2840m/9318 ft) Walk: 4 - 5 hrs | Accommodation: Local Teahouse | Meals: B, L, D
Day 18Morning Flight from Lukla to Ramechap and drive to KathmanduFlight: 20-25 min | Drive: 4 – 5 hrs | Accommodation: Hotel | Meals: B, L, D
Day 19Final Departure | Rest Day at Kathmandu Valley | Other Travel Plan
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. 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.
Trip Price and Group Size : The given price is valid for group size of 2 to 8 only. 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. We found that the group size of 8 is optimal size to run these trips, however we can organize a trip plan for any group size upon the request.
Single Traveler : If you are a single traveler and want to have private trip then please let us know your preference and we shall furnish you an ideal price based on your choice.
Group of More than 8: We also have a good experience of handling big groups of volunteers, employees, students and able to organize a trip plan upon request. Please kindly submit your group size information and we will garnish a proper trip plan and price for you in no time.
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