Everest Three Passes Trek

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The big unusual challenge was the weather - it was cold and snowy and as a result the trails were not as easy as usual and we had to reroute a few times. That being said I think we go to Nepal for the experience and the amazing views. That all happened. Our guides and porters were always super helpful. I am gluten intolerant and they accommodated me the whole time. I can’t say how much I appreciated that - not easy for them to do that. We all completed the trip but my sense is that if someone wasn’t able to the guides would have taken care of us somehow. Bottom line - I was very happy to be with World Expeditions. While I don’t think I will return to Nepal I would be very happy to do another trip with WE anytime.

Anonymous | Traveled in November

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22 daysDuration

Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants

16 peopleMaximum group size

18 - 99 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Strenuous

Highly demanding activities designed for individuals with excellent physical fitness.

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Kathmandu, Nepal

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Highlights

Cross the three Himalayan passes Kongma La, Cho La and Renjo La, each over 5,000m / 16,404ft.

Visit Everest Base Camp and climb Kala Pattar and Gokyo Ri for views over the Khumbu's highest peaks

Experience Sherpa culture in villages including Namche Bazaar

Visit Thyangboche Monastery in the heart of the Khumbu

Enjoy Himalayan scenery on the flight between Kathmandu and Lukla

Itinerary

A challenging high altitude trek crossing the three Everest passes Kongma La, Cho La and Renjo La, while visiting Everest Base Camp and the Gokyo Valley.. The Everest Three Passes Trek is a comprehensive and challenging journey through the heart of the Khumbu, designed for experienced trekkers. This demanding circuit crosses three of the region's high passes - Kongma La (5,535m / 18,159ft), Cho La (5,420m / 17,782ft) and Renjo La (5,360m / 17,585ft) - each offering wide mountain panoramas without the need for technical climbing.
Beginning in Kathmandu, the journey continues with a scenic mountain flight to Lukla, the gateway to the Everest region. From here the trail winds through traditional Sherpa villages and forested valleys to the mountain hub of Namche Bazaar, where we take time to acclimatise while exploring the cultural heart of the Khumbu.
The trek then ventures deeper into the high Himalaya, crossing Kongma La before reaching Everest Base Camp (5,360m / 17,585ft) and ascending Kala Pattar (5,545m / 18,192ft) for classic close-up views of Mount Everest and the surrounding giants of the Himalaya.
Continuing westward, the route traverses the glacier beneath Cho La Pass, linking the Everest Base Camp trail with the Gokyo Valley. Here we explore the turquoise Gokyo Lakes and climb Gokyo Ri (5,483m / 17,988ft).
The final pass, Renjo La, provides sweeping views towards Everest and into Tibet before the trail descends through the remote upper Bhote Kosi valley and returns to Lukla.
Accommodation during the trek is a combination of hotel, mountain lodges and our Private Comfort Camps, offering a comfortable base in remote mountain settings. With a carefully designed itinerary, experienced guides and well supported logistics, the Everest Three Passes Trek crosses all three high passes of the Khumbu in a single itinerary.

day 1Join Kathmandu (1,330m / 4,364ft)

You will be met at Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport by a World Expeditions representative and transferred to the Radisson Hotel in a private vehicle. The remainder of the afternoon is at leisure to relax after your journey or explore the surrounding area at your own pace.
A pre trek briefing will be held at approximately 4:30–5:00pm, where your guide will outline the journey ahead and organise the distribution of your trekking kit including your kit bag, sleeping bag and down or fibrefill jacket.
This evening we gather for a welcome group dinner, providing a great opportunity to meet your fellow travellers before the adventure begins.
Accommodation: Radisson Hotel, Kathmandu

day 2Free Day in Kathmandu (1,330m / 4,364ft) or Drive to Ramechhap (5 hrs)

day 3Fly to Lukla (2,800m / 9,186ft) and trek to Ghat (2,530m / 8,301ft, walk 2 hrs)

day 4Trek to Monjo (2,850 m / 9,350 ft, walk 4–5 hrs)

day 5Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,440 m / 11,286 ft, walk 4–5 hrs)

day 6Trek to Kyangjuma via Khumjung (3,550 m / 11,647 ft, walk 3–4 hrs)

day 7Trek to Pangboche (3,930 m / 12,894 ft, walk 5–6 hrs)

day 8Trek to Dingboche (4,360 m / 14,304 ft, walk 3–4 hrs)

day 9Acclimatisation day in Dingboche (4,360 m / 14,304 ft)

day 10Trek to Kongma La Base Camp (4,800m / 15,748ft, walk 4 hrs)

day 11Cross Kongma La to Lobuche (5,500 m / 18,045 ft to 4,930 m / 16,174 ft, walk 7–8 hrs)

day 12Trek to Gorak Shep and Kala Pattar (5,288 m / 17,349 ft to 5,545 m / 18,192 ft, walk approx. 7 hrs)

day 13Trek to Everest Base Camp and descend to Lobuche (5,364m / 17,598ft to 4,930m / 16,174ft, walk 7–8 hrs)

day 14Trek to Dzongla (4,843m / 15,889ft, walk 4 hrs)

day 15Cross Cho La to Thagnak (5,420m / 17,782ft to 4,700m / 15,420ft, walk 5–6 hrs)

day 16Trek to Gokyo (4,800m / 15,748ft, walk 2–3 hrs)

day 17Ascend Gokyo Ri or hike to the Fifth Lake viewpoint (5,483 m / 17,989 ft, walk 6–7 hrs)

day 18Cross Renjo La to Lungden (5,400m / 17,717ft to 4,300m / 14,108ft, walk 7–8 hrs)

day 19Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,440m / 11,286ft, walk 5–6 hrs)

day 20Trek to Lukla (2,800m / 9,186ft, 7–8 hrs)

day 21Fly to Kathmandu (1,330 m / 4,364 ft, flight 30–35 mins or flight and drive

day 22Trip concludes in Kathmandu (1,330 m / 4,364 ft)

What's Included

Accommodation

Good quality 4 star hotel accommodation in KathmanduAccommodation in private Eco-Comfort Camps and handpicked eco lodges during the trek

Meals

All meals during the trek: 21 breakfasts, 19 lunches and 19 dinners

Transport

Private air-conditioned transportation where required

Others

Return flights to and from LuklaExtra baggage allowance on Lukla flights (total 20kg / 44lb)Expert bilingual local guides trained in wilderness first aidUse of comprehensive group medical kitPortable Altitude Chamber for treks above 4000m / 13, 120ftEthical porter support including fair wages, insurance, proper equipment and responsible load limitsDaily supply of safe treated drinking water to reduce single-use plastic waste

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Itinerary

day 1Join Kathmandu (1,330m / 4,364ft)

day 2Free Day in Kathmandu (1,330m / 4,364ft) or Drive to Ramechhap (5 hrs)

day 3Fly to Lukla (2,800m / 9,186ft) and trek to Ghat (2,530m / 8,301ft, walk 2 hrs)

day 4Trek to Monjo (2,850 m / 9,350 ft, walk 4–5 hrs)

day 5Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,440 m / 11,286 ft, walk 4–5 hrs)

day 6Trek to Kyangjuma via Khumjung (3,550 m / 11,647 ft, walk 3–4 hrs)

day 7Trek to Pangboche (3,930 m / 12,894 ft, walk 5–6 hrs)

day 8Trek to Dingboche (4,360 m / 14,304 ft, walk 3–4 hrs)

day 9Acclimatisation day in Dingboche (4,360 m / 14,304 ft)

day 10Trek to Kongma La Base Camp (4,800m / 15,748ft, walk 4 hrs)

day 11Cross Kongma La to Lobuche (5,500 m / 18,045 ft to 4,930 m / 16,174 ft, walk 7–8 hrs)

day 12Trek to Gorak Shep and Kala Pattar (5,288 m / 17,349 ft to 5,545 m / 18,192 ft, walk approx. 7 hrs)

day 13Trek to Everest Base Camp and descend to Lobuche (5,364m / 17,598ft to 4,930m / 16,174ft, walk 7–8 hrs)

day 14Trek to Dzongla (4,843m / 15,889ft, walk 4 hrs)

day 15Cross Cho La to Thagnak (5,420m / 17,782ft to 4,700m / 15,420ft, walk 5–6 hrs)

day 16Trek to Gokyo (4,800m / 15,748ft, walk 2–3 hrs)

day 17Ascend Gokyo Ri or hike to the Fifth Lake viewpoint (5,483 m / 17,989 ft, walk 6–7 hrs)

day 18Cross Renjo La to Lungden (5,400m / 17,717ft to 4,300m / 14,108ft, walk 7–8 hrs)

day 19Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,440m / 11,286ft, walk 5–6 hrs)

day 20Trek to Lukla (2,800m / 9,186ft, 7–8 hrs)

day 21Fly to Kathmandu (1,330 m / 4,364 ft, flight 30–35 mins or flight and drive

day 22Trip concludes in Kathmandu (1,330 m / 4,364 ft)

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Customer Reviews

4.8

Itinerary

day 1Join Kathmandu (1,330m / 4,364ft)

day 2Free Day in Kathmandu (1,330m / 4,364ft) or Drive to Ramechhap (5 hrs)

day 3Fly to Lukla (2,800m / 9,186ft) and trek to Ghat (2,530m / 8,301ft, walk 2 hrs)

day 4Trek to Monjo (2,850 m / 9,350 ft, walk 4–5 hrs)

day 5Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,440 m / 11,286 ft, walk 4–5 hrs)

day 6Trek to Kyangjuma via Khumjung (3,550 m / 11,647 ft, walk 3–4 hrs)

day 7Trek to Pangboche (3,930 m / 12,894 ft, walk 5–6 hrs)

day 8Trek to Dingboche (4,360 m / 14,304 ft, walk 3–4 hrs)

day 9Acclimatisation day in Dingboche (4,360 m / 14,304 ft)

day 10Trek to Kongma La Base Camp (4,800m / 15,748ft, walk 4 hrs)

day 11Cross Kongma La to Lobuche (5,500 m / 18,045 ft to 4,930 m / 16,174 ft, walk 7–8 hrs)

day 12Trek to Gorak Shep and Kala Pattar (5,288 m / 17,349 ft to 5,545 m / 18,192 ft, walk approx. 7 hrs)

day 13Trek to Everest Base Camp and descend to Lobuche (5,364m / 17,598ft to 4,930m / 16,174ft, walk 7–8 hrs)

day 14Trek to Dzongla (4,843m / 15,889ft, walk 4 hrs)

day 15Cross Cho La to Thagnak (5,420m / 17,782ft to 4,700m / 15,420ft, walk 5–6 hrs)