The Khumbu Three Passes Trek is an exciting adventure for those who want a more challenging experience than the usual Everest Base Camp Trek. This trek involves crossing three high mountain passes: Renjo La (5360 m), Cho La (5420m), and Kongma La (5535m), but don't worry, they don't require technical climbing skills.
During this trek, you'll be treated to breathtaking views of some of the world's highest peaks, including Everest (8848m), Lhotse (8516m), Makalu (8463m), and Cho Oyu (8201m) – four of the eight highest peaks on the planet. In addition to conquering the three passes, the trek includes must-see spots like Gokyo Ri, Kala Patthar, and the famous Everest Base Camp. It's a fantastic journey for nature lovers and adventure seekers. The best season for Three High Passes Trek is from March to May and from September to November.
Facts
- Duration
20 days
- Difficult Level
Challenging
- Group Size
2-6 pax
- Maximum Altitude
5545 m
- Best Season
Spring, Autumn
- Trekking Type
TREKING
Trip Itineries
Day 1
Arrival Kathmandu pick up &Transfer to Hotel.Our representative will be there to welcome you at Arrivals. After that, you'll be taken to your hotel for some rest and relaxation.
Day 2
Free day in Kathmandu.On this day we'll begin preparing for the Three pass trek. We will conduct briefing of the trekking and passroutes and our guide will meet you during the brief time. We will complete all our permit documents formalities.
Day 3
Flight to Lukla from Kathmandu and trek Pakding.Early Morning flight to Lukla from Kathmandu, during flight you will get to see himalayan ranges and after landed at Lukla we will start our hike to Phakding which will takes 3 to 4 hours of gentle walk.
2600 m , Duration : 3hDay 4
Trek to Namche Bazaar.After Breakfast in the morning,we head to Namche Bazaar, the main hub of the Khumbu region. The trek involves navigating through dense forests, spotting wildlife in Sagarmatha National Park, climbing stairs, and walking uphill.Upon reaching Namche, we relax at the hotel and have dinner.
3370 m , Duration : 6hDay 5
Acclimatization at Namche Village.We will hike up to Everest View point and get back to namche. This will acclimatize our body with the altitude at Namche.
3370 m , Duration :Day 6
Trek to Thame.After having our breakfast, We will start our trek to Thame, a beautiful sherpa village where you will get clear close view of Mount Everest and also others mountains like Mt. Thamsherku, Kangtega and many more. To reach Thame it will takes around 4 hours of gentle walk.
3720 m , Duration : 4hDay 7
Trek to Lumde.This day we will hike to lumde village which ofers you wide range of Khumbu himlayan ranges with ethnic culture of locals and the scenic beautyof nature and to reach Lumde it will takes 4 hours of gentle walk uphills.
4260 m , Duration : 4hDay 8
Gokyo Lake by Renjo Pass(5360 m).After breakfast, We're going to trek to the beautiful Gokyo Valley, known for its rich culture and stunning natural scenery via Renjo. The main attractions are the beautiful lakes.We'll spend the next day there and hike up to Gokyo Ri at 5483 meters for acclimatization. From Gokyo Ri, you get incredible views of the Gokyo Valley, Ngozumpa Glaciers, and the towering peaks of the Khumbu region, including Mount Everest, Mount Lhotse, Mount Pumori, Mount Nuptse, Cho Oyu, Mount Makalu, and more.
4700 m , Duration : 6hDay 9
Rest day at Gokyo.
Day 10
Trek to Dragnag.After breakfast, we will move towards Dragnag village it will take 3 hors to reach Dragnag from where you can see the himalayan ranges. Its an altitude of 4700 m.
4700 m , Duration : 3hDay 11
Dzongla by Chola Pass (5420 m).This day we will trek to Dzongla via Chola pass from where you can have marvelous view of Mt. Everest, Gokyo.
4830 m , Duration : 7hDay 12
Trek to Gorak shep.After night spend at Dzongla, we'll make our way to Everest Base Camp. It's a challenging trek, taking 6 to 7 hours, but worth is breathtaking views of Lhotse, Nuptse, Ama Dablam, and more as we reach the base of the world's highest mountain. After spending sometime at the base camp, we'll return back to Gorakshep for our night stay.
5120 m , Duration : 6hDay 13
Kala Patthar (5545 m) to Lobuche. Today we will hike up to Kalapattar the highest point from where you will get to see the spectacular views of Mt Everest. Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Nuptse, Mt. Pumori and many more. and also hike to Pheriche the village and rest over there.
4900 m , Duration : 8hDay 14
Trek to Kongma La pass (5535 m) and descend to Dingboche. Early morning we will have breakfast and start our next point to Kongma La Pass the high pass among Renjo and Cho La, we will descend to Dingboche whcih will takes around 7-8 hours. Rest at Dingboche.
4400 m , Duration : 7-8hDay 15
Trek to Tengboche. Today we will trek to Tengboche village, Tengboche Monastery holds significant appeal for Buddhists globally and is renowned for its popularity. To the north, the monastery offers breathtaking views of Mt. Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, and Ama Dablam, with Thamserku and Kangtega also visible. It takes around 4 to 5 hours of Walk. Rest at Tengboche.
3850 m , Duration : 5hDay 16
Trek to Namche.After breakfast we start our trek back to Namche Bazaar which takes 5 to 6hours approx to reach Namche.
3450 m , Duration : 6hDay 17
Trek to Lukla.After Breakfast we will start our trek to Lukla which takes around 5-6 hours of gentle walk. Rest at Lukla.
2860 m , Duration : 4hDay 18
Flight to Kathmandu from Lukla.Early morning we will take the flight from Lukla to Kathmandu and Overnight in hotel at Kathmandu.
35 minutesDay 19
Rest day Kathmandu.Its a free day at Kathmandu for you so you have time to explore the heritage sites and major tourist places of Kathmandu.
Day 20
Departure from Kathmandu.You will be transfer to the airport 3 hours before your flight time.
Service Included
- · All transportation and Arrival, Departure transfers are as per the Itinerary.
- · Hotel accommodation in hotel Kathmandu on BB plan and tea houses on the trek.
- · All meals are included during the trek Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
- · Guide, porters, and other support staff.
- · National Park Fee.
- · Trekker’s information management system (TIMS) card fee.
- · General First-Aid Kits for All.
- · All taxes and fees are required for the program.
- · Welcome drinks at hotels.
- · Insurance for staff.
- · Domestic flights KTM- LUK - KTM
Service Excluded
- · Lunch and Dinner in Kathmandu Hotel
- · Personal expenses, laundry, bar bills, water, etc.
- · Travel Insurance
- · International Flight tickets
- · Personal trekking gears are not mentioned in the contract.
- · Tips for staff.
- · Personal first aid kit.
- · Helicopter rescue and evacuation.
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