Your 19-day Everest Three Passes Trek included the Renjola (5360m), Chola (5420m), and Kongmala (5560m) passes in the Everest region, which has been extremely popular these days. The trek is thrilling and breathtaking, with scenic mountain vistas.
The Everest Three Passes trek Itinerary is designed for those trekkers. Who is looking for a super demanding trek in Nepal? From the Renjo la Pass top, you have a magnificent view of the world's highest Mount Everest (8848m), Makalu (8463m), Lhotse (8516m), and Cho Oyu (8201m). Not only the eight thousand highest peaks but many other tiny mountains can be seen in the regions of the most stunning peaks like Amadablam, Pumori, Cholatse, Khumbutse, Khangtega, Labuche East and West, and many more.
The Three Passes trek trails take you throughout the moraine, and you will finally reach the lap of the top mountain in the Mount. Everest, you will have plenty of chances to explore the Himalayas region. Capture the picturesque beauty of the mountain. Walk through a snowy trail. Stony and Sloppy Hills, moreover, no doubt, walk around the unique lifestyles of the Sherpa ethnic groups. The Buddhist monasteries are in high elevations, with birds, animals, flora, and fauna.
With all its features, the Everest High Pass trek has been one of the most difficult trails since trekking revolves around the high-altitude areas. However, the trekking trail is well-developed. Where there are lavish places for taking rest, therefore even a characteristic person also chooses this trekking package.
19 - Days Everest Three High Passes Trek Itinerary begins with a short flight from Ramechhap or Kathmandu to Lukla and follows the traditional trail alongside Phakding. A trek continues next to the Dudh Koshi River. Namche Bazaar next.
It makes it through Dingbuche, Chukkung, Labuche, and finally, the trail takes you to Everest Base camp, then making an excursion around you will return to Gorekhshep, then we will climb to Kalapathar, head to Zongla, and will cross Chola pass, Gokyo Renjo la pass, and to Thame Valley, descending the Bhote Koshi river, then reach Namche and return to Lukla, and finally fly to Ramechhap or Kathmandu.
Yes, it is possible to do the Everest High Passes Trek without a guide. In some parts of restricted locale trekking routes in Nepal, without a Government-registered license holder guide, trekking is not permitted; trekkers should hire a licensed guide.
However, on this trip to the Everest region, independent trekkers can do without a guide. But, we do not want to recommend the Everest 3 Passes trek without a guide and porter team because there are miserable trekking trails during snow-covered conditions along the journey, icy, difficult, slippery, as well as the High Passes.
The total distance of the Everest three pass trek is 166km (103 miles), which depends on the route you trek and the side trips along the journey. This distance requires 19 to 23 days, including the rest and acclimatization days. The daily trekkers walk approximately 10 to 15 Kilometers with varying levels of elevation improvement and loss.
This trip required two types of permits.
Both Normal permits cover the whole Everest region trekking, but if you wish to do peak climbing or Expeditions, you must buy a Special Permit.
The Three High Passes Trek is Nepal’s superior trekking destination in the Himalayas, and it is also a moderately difficult trek. Most trekkers require good health, and sensible physical fitness is essential for this trip as you are going to over 5,000 meters in altitude.
If your physical fitness is good, I am 99% certain you will complete this circuit. It is one of the most significant things to drink a lot of water and get plenty of rest to let your body adjust naturally to the improved altitude. As always, your local trekking guide will take care of your adjustment and make sure that you take pleasure in a safe and rewarding trek to the Nepal Himalayas.
We are offering. If you are looking for further adventures or to spend additional days in Nepal. The Himalayan Local Guide Pvt. Ltd is confident to present diverse routes for you to think about. Travelers/Trekkers will find our Trip packages to the Everest Base Camp Trek, Everest Base Camp Gokyo Lakes Trek, Phaplu to Everest Base Camp Trek - 18 Days, and Shivalaya to Everest Base Camp Trek - 19 Days.
Our company staff will come to pick up; you up at Tribhuvan international airport. Our guide will stand up; your name on paper so it will be easy to know each other at the airport terminal gate. He will take you to your hotel by car or van: depending on the group size.
Our trek to Everest Base Camp, after landing at Tenzing Hillary Airport Lukla and heading to Phakding village is going; to be exhilarating as it will be our first day of the trek. After our beautiful and scenic 35 minutes flight from Kathmandu to Lukla, we will start our journey through pass the delightful villages; of Chaurikharka and descent towards Ghat village. Then trek continues to reach Phakding. Today will be short and easy hiking day. After, we can explore the Buddhist monastery, or you can prepare the trekking equipment for the long journey Overnight at Lodge.
Early morning breakfast. We will trek continue along the northern bank of the Dudh Koshi River side with the beautiful views around; there. We pass the beautiful village of Tokto, Benkar, and Monju are checkpoints. We will buy the Sagarmatha National Park entry fee, after which we will cross the suspension bridge and reach Jorsalle Village, passing through the delightful riverside with pine forest. Then we will be ascending; and ramble on the pine forest to reach Namche Bazaar Overnight at Lodge.
After breakfast, we will be hiking to the Everest view hotel. 1st part that; has to ascend to reach the viewpoint from there is the blue skies. We will be able to see the delightful mountain view like; Mt. Everest, Nupste, Lhoste, Ama Dablam, Thamserku, Kusumkangaru, and many more mountains, after then we go to visit the Khumjung village is one of the colorful villages in Khumbu region, explore the Sir Edmund Hillary School, ancient Buddhist monastery and back to Namche Bazaar. Overnight at the same place.
Today our journey will be more exciting, and chance to see the magnificent Himalayas view the top of the world’s highest peak Mt. Everest, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, and Thamserku on the way to Tengboche. The trail goes up and down the trek not easy. But we’ll be getting a vast view of the Himalayas as well as we will be chances to see the wildlife animals on the way such as Himalaya Thar, musk deer, Nepalese National birds of Pheasant and many more and our future trek down, passing through the dense pine forests, after then we will reach to lunch place we called phunky Thanga. Then we will trek to climb up reach; to Tengbuhce Village, when we get to the Hotel. We leave our luggage in the room. We can go to visit the monastery. The Tengboche monastery is one of the biggest Monasteries in the Khumb region.
After breakfast, today we’ll be heading towards the amazing trail on the way to Dibuche, Pangboche village, and Somare, passing thoughts the beautiful many Chortens and mani walls on our way. If the blue skies. We will be able; to see the magical view of the Ama Dablam, Thmasrku, Lhoste, Nupste, and Island Peak over; there. We will trek into the riverside and trek towards Dingboche overnight at Lodge.
Today will be 2nd acclimatization in Dingboche. Beautiful breakfast. We will hike up to Nagarjuna Hill, which is above the 5000meters. Acclimatization is most important for trekkers. We are going to high an elevation. We will hike up at around 700 meters and back down; to sleep at the lower altitude. Which helps very much for travelers. If you do not; acclimatize at a high elevation may be; you will get high altitude sickness. That way, it is most important. From the top of the blue sky, we will be able; to see the delightful panoramic close-up view of the white snow-capped peaks of Makalu, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, and Island Peak to make the day attractive at it. Makalu is one of the six of the world’s highest mountains. Hiking Nagarjuna Hill. We trek down to Dingboche overnight at Lodge.
Today will be a more fun day; you walk along the Imja Valley and reach Chhukung village (4700m/15,416ft). It will take around 2 hours. We can have a Lunch break, then we hike to Chhukung Ri (5540m/18171ft), from the top, if the sky is clear, we will able to see the very close-up view of Lhoste, Makalu, Island Peak, Ama Dablam and many more, and back down to Chhukung village, we will stay overnight at Lodge.
We start early in the morning, from Chhukung village, as we have to conquest the highest; pass of the today. We take enough water and some dry foods, and lunch packed, because on the way no teahouse. We will enjoy mountain views of nature when we reach the top. We will spend a few hours there taking excellent pictures. After then, we trek descend to cross the Glacier and reach Labuche Village, and we will spend overnight there.
Today is a more exciting and hard day. From Labuche, the trail leads to a flat meadow. When following the Khumbu Glacier and shot climbing up. After then, the trail goes into the lateral moraine of Khumbu Glacier to Gorakshep. The trip; offers a beautiful view of the massive Khumbu Glacier and Trans Himalayas. When we reach; Gorakshep. We take off the bag pack at the hotel. We can have a Lunch Break. After then, we will go hiking at the Everest Base Camp. It takes around to go and back 4/5 Hours, and back to Gorakshep overnight at Lodge.
Wake up early morning. After then, we hike to Kalapathar for sunrise and mountain view. We have to climb uphill. Which takes around 2 hours, and if the good weather. We will see the beautiful sunrise views with all the panoramic Himalayas views from Kalapather. When we enjoy nature. We back down to the same hotel we can have breakfast. We trek continue downhill Dzongla. Overnight; at Lodge.
The journey will be from Dzong La to Chola Pass is challenging. We will cross the high-altitude pass of Chola. At the top of Chola, you can enjoy a panoramic view of the mountains, and the Cholatse peak looks awesome. The scenery is an attraction fighting for, and all the tiredness would fade away when staying for a while on the top. After we enjoy them, we trek descending to Thagnak Village. We will stay overnight at Lodge.
Today will be a short and easy day. After the delicious breakfast, we will start our journey to Gokyo village one of the most popular villages located; at around 4800 meters. When; we reach Gokyo. We chance; to explore the Gokyo Lakes, which; are the beautiful lakes in the Everest region, and we will relax with nature. Then, we back to Hotel. We will stay overnight at Lodge.
Early in the morning, we will hike to Gokyo Ri. From the top; we will catch up on the Sunrise view of all the Himalayas ranges. We will spend a few hours on the top. After, we will take beautiful pictures of the Mountains and Sunrise. Then, we trek descend; to Gokyo. We will take a rest day there.
Early morning, we will start our trek to the crossing of the Renjo La Pass will be more exciting and challenging as well;. Our trek continues into the remote northern valley, where access is restricted, and the scenery is gradually that of the Tibetan valleys beyond the border, also a chance to meet Tibeatn Trades descending from the Nangpa La Pass that leads through the Himalayas from Tibet. We will spend overnight at Lodge
After the delicious breakfast, we trek descending to Thame. Today will be a more fun and exciting day because we are returning to descend, and also. We can meet Tibetan Trade encampments along the way for pictures of an atypical lifestyle. And we trek; continue to Thame. We will stay overnight at Lodge.
Early Morning Breakfast. After that, We continue our trekking following; the flat and descending to the first resting place Thame. After, heading towards Namche Bazaar. We will stay overnight at Lodge.
Today is our final day of trekking in the Khumbu region; we will back; down to Lukla. We will return the same way. Which is what we had used before going to trek. From this direction, the views will be different before entering. We continue downhill Jorsalle, Monju, Benkar, Tokto, Phakding, Ghat, Chaurikharka and reach Lukla overnight at Lodge.
If; the weather conditions are good at Lukla and Kathmandu. Then, I am 100% sure we will fly back to Kathmandu. It takes around 35 minutes flight back to Kathmandu. We will drop you at hotels, and upon your request, we can arrange for Kathmandu valley tours of UNESCO World Heritage Sites; Buddhanath Temple, Monkey Temple, Durbar Squares, Pashupatinath Temple, Bhaktapur Darbar Square, Patan Durbar Square, and many more place with professional local tours guide, etc
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While you confirm your trek, you have to pay the 15% trip cost deposit via Bank transfer or Western Union Money transfer with a photocopy of your passport. After receiving the payment, we will send you a final confirmation email.
Trekking to Everest High Pass requires travel insurance, travel insurance allows you to trek above 5000 meters with definitely, and travel insurance is one of the most important for your safety and security during the high elevation.
Therefore, travel insurance is highly recommended for everyone, who wishes to join Himalayan Local Guide Pvt. Ltd, However, make sure that your travel insurance covers your Helicopter rescue and medical treatment.
The Lukla airport is known as the Tenzing Hillay Airport. Lukla is a small town in the Solukhumbu district of Nepal. It is situated at 2800 meters from the sea level.
It will take around 32 minutes of pretty flight from Kathmandu to Lukla via small aircraft. Lukla airport is small and thrilling so, the flights start early in the morning because the afternoon time can be cloudy.
The flight will be from Ramechhap – to Lukla and Ramechhap in the peak season time, due to air traffic at Tribhuwan International Airport, Kathmandu, Nepal.
Ramechhap to Lukla distance is not far away, only 74km, you can fly from Ramechhap – to Lukla – Ramechhap, which will take around 20 minutes one way.
The best time to combine the three passes trek in the Everest region. Spring and autumn seasons are more comfortable, and you see more trekkers in this region. Because of clear weather and merciful climate. The summer/monsoon season will be warm & rain, and the winter season will be icy cold. Autumn and springtime will have blue skies and good weather conditions during the journey.
During the 19-day trek, you will stay at teahouses providing the best comfort in the Khumbu region. You will stay in standard rooms in Lukla, Phakding, and Namche Bazaar. However, at more than 3500 meters, you will get basic accommodations. Most of the tea houses offer hot showers, Wi-Fi, and electricity for mobile and camera battery charging access for an extra fee.
Accommodation and food in Kathmandu and Pokhara are not included in the package trip, but the cities offer a variety of options for all budgets. Note: if you do not have an idea to book a Hotel in Kathmandu, we would like to recommend you book the Hotel in Kathmandu: Kathmandu Aagantuk Hotel.
We provide a full board item, including 19 breakfasts, 19 lunches, and 18 dinners during the trek. Foods are prepared fresh, hygienic, and nutritious, with several options including Nepali, Chinese, European, and Indian dishes. We highly encourage local foods, including Dal Bhat, MO: MO, Chowmein, Thukpa, and Noodle Soup. Also, trekkers should stay hydrated with beverages like black tea, ginger tea, and garlic soup.
During the trip, we do not advise taking non-vegetarian meals and alcoholic items, such as Yak meat, Chicken, and Buff, which might not be fresh. Because everything must be brought from the city. Personal bills for extra items like beverages: Tea, Coffee, Coke, Fanta, Mineral Water, and alcoholic drinks are excluded.
We advise not to drink untreated water from taps and rivers in the trekking routes. You can buy a bottle of boiled water. However, the cost will be high. We suggest bringing a filtering pump or purification table for safety, and you can use it. After that, you can drink water. If you do not have a purification tablet, we can provide one to you.
The spring season temperature ranges from 14 to 20 degrees during the day, and at night will be around 0 to -5 degrees. The autumn season temperature ranges from 15 to 20 degrees during the day, and at night will be around -5 to -10 degrees.
Both seasons require a lot of preparation, daring, and risks. As for the trekking trail condition, we organize the three-pass treks in the monsoon and winter seasons. Who are physically fit and want to challenge themselves. However, if you wish to do the Three Pass trek in the off-season. You can keep in touch with the Himalayan Local Guide team.
Himalayan Local Guide Pvt. Ltd is committed to eco-friendly travel in Nepal. We cooperate with the KEEP (Kathmandu Environmental Education Project) to reduce our environmental impact while associating with local communities. Our destination is to leave only the ways behind in the trekking regions.
Himalayan Local Guide Pvt. Ltd maintains daily contact with trekking leaders via messenger or phone call. You can buy the local SIM card available in Kathmandu for personal use; you need a photocopy of your passport and passport-sized photos to buy the SIM card with data packages. However, mobile signals may not be good at high elevations. Also, most of the teahouses offer Wi-Fi facilities, but you must pay an extra cost, around 3 to 5 USD.
You need to obtain a visa to enter Nepal, which can be obtained upon arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport or border sites. The visa costs are below:
15 Days – 30 USD
30 days – 50 USD
90 days – 125 USD
For the Nepal Visa, you need a valid passport with six months' validity and a passport-size photo. For the Indian and Chinese countries, free visas are available. You can visit https://www.immigration.gov.np/en for detailed info.
Travel insurance is essential for the trekkers. It must cover medical coverage and emergency helicopter evacuation up to high-altitude sickness up to 6000 meters. It is mandatory for those who wish to do the Everest Three High Passes trek. Trekkers must provide policy details during the trip booking process. Please ensure to call them and specifically ask if the policy covers the medical treatment and helicopter rescue.
We have fixed trekking departure dates available. However, if your dates do not suit you, then let us know your desired dates, and we'll modify your trek accordingly.
We desire advance booking at least two to more months in advance. However, we also take last-minute bookings. So, last-minute bookings require the full payment to be made within 48 hours before the departure date. When we try to maintain trek at all times. In case of last-minute booking delays due to weather conditions or factors beyond our control. We can keep in touch via email: info@himalayanlocalguide.com or through WhatsApp: +977-9818141334.
The package trip covers the flight ticket, accommodations, food, guide, national park fee, Community fees, etc. Other items like meals and accommodations in Kathmandu, a Hot shower, internet, snacks, tips, souvenirs, hot drinks, and cold drinks. We expect you will need a minimum of 20 to 25 USD per day.
Our Sherpa Guide and porter's team, born and raised in the mountains, are trained, experienced, and insured to provide essential gear, food, and accommodations. Our team ensures an outstanding trekking experience for everybody. Sherpa guides are government-registered licensed holders and trained in first aid and climbing.
A porter will carry the baggage of two trekkers with a maximum of 20kg. Therefore, we recommend you buddy up with a corresponding trekker and pack your essential things in a duffel bag of above fifty liters.
After finishing your trek at Lukla, 13% of the total cost of your trek is the average tip for the staff. If you are more satisfied with our team, then, as you wish, more than 13% of the cost of your trek. It's kind and respectful to your helper team. You can tip any amount, Euro or NPR, whatever is acceptable.
Where to begin….? This was the absolute trip of a lifetime, and Himalayan Local Guide had a huge role to play in making it such a smooth, safe success! My friend Jo and I embarked on this very challenging hike without really knowing what to expect; the process at first seemed complex and overwhelming. But Chitra took care of everything, regularly reassuring over email and replying promptly. In Kathmandu, he met us with our guide Bashanta to run through the weeks ahead. On the Three Passes trek itself, Bashanta never left our side, navigating us through airport chaos, permits, teahouses, and all sorts of extreme weather events. He was incredibly kind, humorous, patient and diligent, to us and to others we met on the trail along the way. By the end, he was not just our guide, he was our friend. And when we had to make a dramatic escape from Lukla after flight cancellations, he even hurriedly sorted out a helicopter ‘Mission Impossible style’, whilst Chitra fixed a refund from the airline.
You can do the Three Passes without a guide. It’s tough yet patently possible. We’re so glad, for just a little extra, that we chose to take one. The planning, the pacing — it took away so much pressure. And we’re even more glad we went with a local company as opposed to a big Western tour. This is a bunch of Gurung brothers with heart, integrity, pride and professionalism.
Don’t hesitate to book with these guys. You will have the most fantastic time, and receive the best treatment. We miss Nepal already xx
I spent 17 days hiking the Three Passes Trek in the Everest region with my friend, Benji, and our guide, Bashanta. Safe to say, we had the time of our lives.
The trip was organised flawlessly in advance by Chitra, who kept us informed of all relevant costs, bookings and updates. And then it was time to hike.
Bashanta took care of us each day, pacing us, organising our food and accomodation, and teaching us about the mountains all around. We laughed, sang, played cards and chatted for hours together, and when it was necessary, like when we were struggling with the altitude, or when the weather turned sour, Bashanta took control.
He always knew exactly where to go, exactly how fast to walk, exactly whom to speak to if anything was awry. He led a motley crew of nine people safely over a pass in heavy snow, and he secured us a helicopter out of Lukla when bad weather cancelled our flight (and had us worried we would miss our flight home the day after).
Chitra, Bashanta and the whole team were perfect for our needs before, during and after the hike. And their price was oh so reasonable. 10/10 would go again.