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Everest Three Passes Trek

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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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Highlights

Cross the three spectacular Himalayan passes Kongma La Cho La and Renjo La, each over 5000m (16,404ft).

Visit Everest Base Camp and climb Kala Pattar and Gokyo Ri for outstanding mountain views

Experience authentic Sherpa culture in villages including Namche Bazaar

Visit the beautifully located Thyangboche Monastery in the heart of the Khumbu

Enjoy breathtaking Himalayan scenery on the flight between Kathmandu and Lukla

Itinerary

A challenging high altitude trek crossing the three spectacular Everest passes Kongma La Cho La and Renjo La while visiting Everest Base Camp and the stunning Gokyo Valley.. The Everest Three Passes Trek offers a comprehensive and challenging journey through the heart of the Khumbu, designed for experienced trekkers seeking the ultimate Himalayan adventure. This demanding circuit crosses three of the region’s most spectacular high passes Kongma La (5535m / 18,159ft), Cho La (5420m / 17,782ft) and Renjo La (5360m / 17,585ft) each offering extraordinary 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 vibrant 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 the legendary Everest Base Camp (5360m / 17,585ft) and ascending Kala Pattar (5545m / 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 the spectacular Cho La Pass, linking the Everest Base Camp trail with the stunning Gokyo Valley. Here we explore the turquoise Gokyo Lakes and climb Gokyo Ri (5483m / 17,988ft), widely regarded as one of the finest viewpoints in the Everest region.
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 exclusive Eco-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 delivers one of the most challenging and rewarding trekking experiences in the Himalaya.

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

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

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

day 10Trek to Kongma La Base Camp (4,800 m / 15,748 ft, walk approx. 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 (5,364 m / 17,598 ft to 4,930 m / 16,174 ft, walk 7–8 hrs)

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

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

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

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

Customer Reviews

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4.0 | Very Good

It's a closely guided trip bringing you to the promised places in comfort.

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5.0 | Excellent

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.

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AnonymousVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent

This was the most phisically and mentally challenging experience I have had and also incredibly emotionally rewarding. At all times I felt safe, encouraged and looked after by the most humble, caring and capable team of human beings.

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AnonymousVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent

A beautiful trip, though sometimes quite challenging, particularly due to difficult and unexpected weather conditions (fresh snow). The team (guides, porters, etc.) was simply wonderful, very professional, very friendly and always ready and happy to help. On top, the cook and its kitchen boys make miracles, three hot meals a day with plenty of hot water and tea, fresh coffee at breakfast, dishes that are always delicious, varied and very clean. We can only feel completely safe, whatever the circumstances, when we are accompanied by such a professional team.

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AnonymousVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent

WE were fantastic and made the trek one of the best things I've ever done. Thanks so much WE

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