Everest 3 Passes Circuit Trek without EBC 16 Days

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  • duration 16 days
  • tour type Group
  • age requirement 10-80 yrs
  • max group size 40
  • guiding method Fully guided
  • Trek difficulty Medium
  • Maximum altitude 5364 meters
  • Tour Code BM-32401
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  • Operated in English
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  • Starts Kathmandu, Nepal
  • Ends Kathmandu, Nepal
  • +14
HIGHLIGHTS
  • Get up close to the famed and beautiful Himalayan Range
  • Challenge yourself trekking Renjo La pass and Cho La pass
  • Learn more about the culture and history of the Everest Region
  • Eat local meals and meet local people
This Everest 3 Passes trek without Everest Base Camp is the ultimate Everest Circuit trek meant for only truly adventurous trekkers! This challenging, high-altitude trail will lead you from Thame to Gokyo over Renjo La pass (5345m) and from Gokyo to base camp over Cho La pass (5420m) passing stunning mountain lakes, incredible glaciers, and astonishing views of the Himalayan giants. It is a shorter alternative to the 3-week long Everest 3-passes route that includes Everest Base Camp.

The trip includes an experienced, English-speaking guide and porter, all accommodations, and most meals, plus a scenic mountain flight from Kathmandu to Lukla and return. See the what's included and itinerary sections for more details.

Get out those trekking boots and let's go!
ITINERARY Expand All
  • Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu
  • Day 2: Fly to Lukla, trek to Phakding (2651m)
  • Day 3: Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3438m)
  • Day 4: Namche Bazaar: rest and acclimatization
  • Day 5: Namche Bazaar to Tengboche (3860m)
  • Day 6: Tengboche to Dingboche (4360m)
  • Day 7: Dingboche to Chhukung (4750m)
  • Day 8: Cross to Kongma La pass (5535m)
  • Day 9: Lobuche to Dzongla (4830m)
  • Day 10: Trek to Gokyo (4800m) via Cho La pass
  • Day 11: Rest day in Gokyo: Climb Gokyo Ri tour 4th & 5th Gokyo
  • Day 12: Gokyo to Marlung (4210m) via Renjo La Pass
  • Day 13: Marlung to Namche Bazaar
  • Day 14: Namche Bazaar to Lukla
  • Day 15: Lukla to Kathmandu: 40 minute flight
  • Day 16: Final departure
WHAT'S INCLUDED
  • All meals while on the trek and some others in Kathmandu as per itinerary
  • Airport/hotel pick ups and drops in private car/van
  • Hotel in Kathmandu (2 nights) including breakfast
  • All accommodation while trekking in tea houses with shared bathrooms
  • An experienced English-speaking trekking guide and a porter (1 porter for 2 trekkers) during the trek
  • National Park Permit and TIMS for Everest.
  • Airfare from Kathmandu to Lukla and return, including domestic flight departure taxes
  • Down jacket and sleeping bag for use while trekking (to be returned after the trek)
  • Kitbag and t-shirt for you
WHAT'S EXCLUDED
  • Nepal entry visa
  • International airfare and departure tax
  • Bar bills, laundry and other expenses of personal nature
  • Travel insurance including evacuation
  • 1 lunch in Kathmandu
  • Tips for local staffs, guides and porters
  • Extra expenses such as desserts, mineral water, hot shower costs, wi-fi, etc
CUSTOMER REVIEWS
5 - Excellent
Based on 1 review
  • Easter
  • From Italy
  • On Sep 27 2020
5 - Excellent
Fantastic 3 passes trekking in Everest Region
I couldnt recommend the local operator more highly. The operator is focused on safety and comfort, both very important for safe trekking. Our trek leader Furi was amazing, always looking after us and very experienced. Really... Read more
A Bookmundi Travel Expert responded to this review:

Dear Guest,

Namaste and Greetings from Alpine Club of Himalaya !!!

Thank you for choosing Alpine Club of Himalaya for your holidays and I am quite thank full to you for your time dropping nice review here. It was rewarding for all of us to read that every aspect of your trip was of memorable. As usual, it will give me great joy to share your words with the team who continuously do their best to please our clients.

We look forward to your next visit to Nepal with your friends/family to experience and re-discover what my agency can offer in term of services and products as appreciated by many of our valued customers for greater adventures in their walk of the Himalaya.

Warm Regards

Alpine Club of Himalaya Team

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QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS Find answers to the most frequently asked questions about this tour.
  • How much money do I need to bring with me?

    Your personal budget obviously depends on your spending habits and what is included in your trip cost. If accommodation is included, but meals are not, we would suggest that you bring around 30 USD per day per person for meals. Having a hot shower or charging your device sometimes costs extra. There are also sometimes small crafts/souvenirs to buy along the trekking route which you may want to bring extra money for. Also, consider whether you would be staying in Kathmandu or Pokhara before or after your trek.

  • Is quarantine in Nepal in effect for arriving visitors?

    There are no quarantine requirements in Nepal for arriving visitors at the moment.

  • How much should my backpack weigh?

    A properly packed backpack (not including your day pack) should ideally not weigh more than 13 kg. It is also important to note that if you are taking a flight to the start of your trek, many smaller aircraft have weight restrictions. For example, if you are flying from Kathmandu to Lukla, you are only allowed 10kg of checked luggage, and 5 kg of hand baggage. Thus, in case of a small flight, you should ideally pack a 10 kg backpack for checked luggage, and then add 5 kg in your hand baggage. You can then re-shuffel the weigt once you start your trek at the trailhead.  

  • Do I need a porter?

    The decision to hire a porter is up to you and usually based on your fitness level and/or budget. One porter can be shared between two people and can carry up to 25 kg. Many trekkers hire a porter to have a more comfortable trek.

  • Do I require a porter for carrying water?

    On most popular treks you can expect plenty of places where you can refill your water bottle, meaning you don’t need to carry a huge water supply with you. Bring an extra bottle of water if you are concerned. If you already have a porter, you can ask him/her to carry water as long as it is within the weight limit. Another option is to carry water purification tablets or LifeStraw, both of which can be found in Kathmandu.

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