Everest Three Passes Trek
Mountain Hawk Trek
Everest RegionModerate

Everest Three PassesTrek

The Everest Three Passes Trek is renowned for its challenging yet rewarding nature. The trek takes you across three high mountain passes: Renjo La Pass, Cho La Pass, and Kongma La Pass and cross two bigest glacier.

View Itinerary
22
DaysTotal trek duration
5545m
Max AltitudeHighest point reached
Sep–Jun
Best SeasonIdeal trekking window
$1,975
FromPer person (twin sharing)
Trip Highlights

The moments that matter most

The Everest Three Passes Trek is renowned for its challenging yet rewarding nature. The trek takes you across three high mountain passes (Renjo La, Cho La, and Kongma La) and crosses two of the biggest glaciers in the region: Khumbu and Ngozumpa. Conquering each pass provides a sense of accomplishment and the opportunity to witness the raw beauty of the Everest region from different angles.

The trek also includes a visit to the stunning Gokyo Lakes, a series of glacial lakes renowned for their vibrant turquoise colors. These high-altitude lakes, surrounded by snow-capped peaks, create a serene and picturesque landscape.

The Everest Three Passes Trek also includes a visit to Everest Base Camp, allowing you to stand in the footsteps of legendary mountaineers. Reaching the base camp is an awe-inspiring experience as you immerse yourself in the grandeur of the world’s highest peak. The trek offers an up-close encounter with Everest, providing a sense of achievement and a chance to witness the dedication and perseverance of climbers preparing for their summit attempts.

Trip Overview

A closer look

Get the ultimate Everest experience as you walk through the Khumbu region, including the Everest region’s three high passes: Kongma La (5,535 m), Cho La (5,420 m), and Renjo La (5,340 m), all in a single trek. This is a challenging trek and will certainly leave you and your group with unforgettable memories. Start your trip with a scenic flight from Kathmandu offering beautiful glimpses of the Himalayan ranges, green rolling hills, and valleys, ending with a dramatic landing at Lukla.

This single trek provides the opportunity to stand at the foot of the tallest peak, reach one of the best viewpoints at Kala Patthar, and enjoy the thrilling views of the Gokyo Valley and its serene lakes. Excite your imagination at Gokyo village, with its charming blue lakes, a huge glacier nearby, and Cho La Pass in the lap of Everest. This trek introduces you to the culture, tradition, and lifestyle of Sherpa villages.

The Everest Three Passes Trek combines the thrill of crossing high mountain passes, the beauty of the Gokyo Lakes, and the iconic destination of Everest Base Camp. It is a challenging and unforgettable adventure that allows trekkers to experience the full majesty of the Everest region.

Route & Elevation

The trail, mapped

Elevation ProfileDay-by-day altitude
TrailPeak
5,180m4,221m3,263m2,304m1,345mKathmanduPhakdingNamcheTengboche MonasteryDingbocheChhukung ValleyChhukungGorak ShepDzonglaThangnagGokyoThameNamcheLuklaKathmandu5,180m
Itinerary

Day by day, on the trail

22 days from Kathmandu arrival to departure. Hover any day for full details.

Day01

Arrival in Kathmandu

Kathmandu

Arrive at Kathmandu airport (1,345 m). Overnight at hotel.

1,345mHotel
Day02

Pre-trip Meeting & Kathmandu Sightseeing

Kathmandu

Pre-trip meeting and sightseeing around Kathmandu Valley. Overnight at hotel.

1,345mHotel
Day03

Fly to Lukla & Trek to Phakding

Phakding

Fly to Tenzing-Hillary Airport in Lukla (2,795 m) from Kathmandu, then trek to Phakding (2,610 m), approximately 3 hours. Overnight at guesthouse.

2,610m3h trekGuesthouse1,265m
Day04

Trek to Namche Bazaar

Namche Bazaar

Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,480 m), approximately 5 hours. Overnight at guesthouse.

3,480m5h trekGuesthouse870m
Day05

Acclimatization Day in Namche Bazaar

Namche Bazaar

Acclimatization day in Namche Bazaar. Overnight at guesthouse.

3,480mGuesthouse
Day06

Trek to Tengboche Monastery

Tengboche

Trek to Tengboche Monastery (3,860 m), approximately 5 hours. Overnight at guesthouse.

3,860m5h trekGuesthouse380m
Day07

Trek to Dingboche

Dingboche

Trek to Dingboche (4,350 m), approximately 6 hours. Overnight at guesthouse.

4,350m6h trekGuesthouse490m
Day08

Day Trip to Chhukung Valley

Dingboche

Day trip to Chhukung Valley (4,710 m) and trek back to Dingboche, approximately 4 hours. Overnight at guesthouse.

4,350m4h trekGuesthouse
Day09

Trek to Chhukung

Chhukung

Trek to Chhukung (4,700 m), approximately 5 hours. Overnight at guesthouse.

4,700m5h trekGuesthouse350m
Day10

Cross Kongma La Pass to Lobuche

Lobuche

Cross Kongma La Pass (5,535 m) and descend to Lobuche, approximately 8 to 9 hours. Overnight at guesthouse.

4,920m9h trekGuesthouse220m
Day11

Trek to Everest Base Camp & Gorak Shep

Gorak Shep

Trek to Everest Base Camp (5,300 m) and return to Gorak Shep (5,180 m), approximately 8 hours. Overnight at guesthouse.

5,180m8h trekGuesthouse260m
Day12

Kala Patthar & Trek to Dzongla

Dzongla

Early-morning hike to Kala Patthar (5,555 m), then trek down to Dzongla (4,800 m), approximately 7 hours. Overnight at guesthouse.

4,800m7h trekGuesthouse380m
Day13

Cross Cho La Pass to Thangnak

Thangnak

Cross Cho La Pass (5,030 m) and descend to Thangnak (4,700 m), approximately 7 hours. Overnight at guesthouse.

4,700m7h trekGuesthouse100m
Day14

Trek to Gokyo

Gokyo

Trek to Gokyo (4,800 m), approximately 4 hours. Overnight at guesthouse.

4,800m4h trekGuesthouse100m
Day15

Gokyo Ri & Return to Gokyo

Gokyo

Early-morning climb to Gokyo Ri (5,360 m), then return to Gokyo. Overnight at guesthouse.

4,800mGuesthouse
Day16

Cross Renjo La Pass to Arye

Arye

Cross Renjo La Pass (5,338 m) and descend to Arye (4,300 m), approximately 8 hours. Overnight at guesthouse.

4,300m8h trekGuesthouse500m
Day17

Trek to Thame

Thame

Trek to Thame (3,800 m), approximately 4 hours. Overnight at guesthouse.

3,800m4h trekGuesthouse500m
Day18

Trek to Namche Bazaar

Namche Bazaar

Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,480 m), approximately 3 hours. Overnight at guesthouse.

3,480m3h trekGuesthouse320m
Day19

Trek to Lukla

Lukla

Trek to Lukla (2,795 m), approximately 6 hours. Overnight at guesthouse.

2,795m6h trekGuesthouse685m
Day20

Flight from Lukla to Kathmandu

Kathmandu

Morning flight from Lukla to Kathmandu. Overnight at hotel.

1,345mHotel1,450m
Day21

Leisure Day in Kathmandu

Kathmandu

Leisure day in Kathmandu. Overnight at hotel.

1,345mHotel
Day22

Departure

Kathmandu

Transfer to the international airport for your final flight departure.

1,345mTransfer
Good to Know

Before you commit

Trek Cost

TierPrice
Per Person
USD 1,975
Package Details

What's in, what's out

What's Included

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Airport to hotel to airport pickup and drop-off by private car, van, or bus.

Standard twin-sharing accommodation in a two or three-star hotel in Kathmandu (4 nights), breakfast included.

Guided city tour in Kathmandu by private car, van, or bus.

Standard meals (lunch, dinner, and breakfast) and teahouse accommodation during the trek.

A government-licensed English-speaking guide for the trek, the required number of porters (1 porter for every 2 trekkers), and their food, accommodation, salary, insurance, equipment, and a general first aid kit.

Sagarmatha National Park Permit, TIMS card, and all other necessary permits.

Flight fare from Kathmandu to Lukla and Lukla to Kathmandu, including airport departure taxes at Kathmandu and Lukla.

Surface transfer from Kathmandu.

Down jacket, duffel or kit bag, and sleeping bag (to be returned after the trek).

All applicable government taxes.

Tourist service charge and VAT.

Not Included

8

Lunch and dinner while in Kathmandu.

Travel insurance (compulsory).

Nepal entry visa fee.

Items of a personal nature such as alcoholic drinks, soft drinks, laundry, and hot showers.

Personal trekking equipment.

Tips for trekking staff and driver.

Sightseeing and monument entrance fees.

Any other expenses not mentioned in the Price Includes section.

Add-on

Extra Nights in Kathmandu

Single Room$60per night · breakfast included
Twin Sharing$35per person / night · breakfast included

Dear guest, should you require additional accommodation in Kathmandu, we are pleased to offer the following rates: US$60 per person per night for a single room and US$35 per person per night for a double (twin sharing) room, both inclusive of breakfast.

The Reward

Why you'll love it

Three reasons this trek stays with you long after the plane home.

Scenery

Start your trip with a flight from Kathmandu that offers beautiful glimpses of Himalayan ranges, green hills, and valleys, ending with a dramatic landing at Lukla.

Thrill

Witness not only rugged mountains but also glacial plains, alpine lakes, and valleys covered in pink blossoms.

Connection

Get to know Sherpa culture and visit their villages along with our guides.

Honest Check

Is this trek for you?

A few things worth knowing before you commit. No sugar-coating, no surprises on day one.

Expectations

Before you book

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Teahouses along the trek are simple and offer basic facilities. Access to electricity points may incur an extra charge.

There is a genuine risk of Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS) on this trip, as it includes one or more overnight stays above 4,500 m.

Travelers under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

You will need an excellent level of fitness and mental preparation to complete this trek.

Gear Up

What to pack

The full kit that's built from years on the trail. Skip it at your own risk, bring it and you'll never think about it again.

Equipment

Packing checklist

36 items

Duffel or Rucksack bag (This should be nice with good zipper)

Daypack

Down Jacket (Company also nice and clean down jacket provide)

Sleeping bag 4 season ( also provide )

Hiking pants

Waterproof jacket

Full, sleeves shirt

Jumper or pile jacket

T, shirts

Trekking boots (Water proof)

Camp shoes/Sandal

Polypropylene/wool socks

Light cotton socks for under wool socks( take quite several pairs of these too. Better to carry some extra weight rather than spend the whole time washing socks)

Woollen socks to wear with boots

Sun hat

Beanie

Gloves

Sun block for lips

Sun lotion

Goggles or sunglasses ( with spare)

Thermal Long underwear (take quite a few pairs. Although the weather may be cold one tends to sweat a lot)

Insulated pants

Nylon windbreaker

Nylon wind pants

Water bottle

Sewing kit

Medical & first aid kit

Flash light ( with spare batteries)

Walking stick. (company also provide or you can buy in Kathmandu)

Camera ( don’t forget to buy the spare film and batteries to go with it before you leave.)

Personal stereo/radio

Book ( buy them before you leave or in Kathmandu)

Multipurpose knife or Swiss army knife

Personal towel

Personal toiletries and medication which should be labelled Please.

Notepad (writing a diary in the evening by the fireside is a favorite past time of trekkers)

Note: Tight fitting, figure-hugging clothing, such as those made with Lycra can often be offensive to locals, especially on women. If you find these items comfortable as a base layer then please pack something to wear over the top of them.

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