Three Passes Trek

High Route to Everest Region
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Duration21 Days
Trip GradeStrenuous
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Maximum Altitude5,550 m
Best TimeMar-May, Sept-Dec

The Ultimate Everest Three Passes Trek: Where Adventure Meets Majesty

The Three Passes Trek offers the ultimate journey to Everest. This challenging high-altitude route is perfect for experienced trekkers with good physical fitness. This Three Passes Trek in Nepal promises thrilling adventures and breathtaking landscapes.

The trek takes you through four incredible valleys: Bhotekoshi, Gokyo, Khumbu, and Imja Tse. En route, you will traverse three high passes: Renjo La, Cho La, and Kongma La. Each is a test of endurance that ignites your adventurous spirit.

You will also conquer three iconic peaks: Gokyo Ri, Kala Patthar, and Chukung Ri. Furthermore, the journey includes a hike to Everest Base Camp, making this trek a complete Himalayan experience.

The seven landmarks, three passes, three peaks, and Everest Base Camp stand tall above 5,000 meters. The best part of this Three Passes Trek in Nepal? No climbing skills are required to join this epic adventure.

Everest Three High Traverses: Renjo, Cho La, and Kongma La

The Nepal Three Passes Trek kicks off with a thrilling flight to Lukla. After landing, you will spend two nights at Namche Bazaar to acclimatize properly. From there, the journey takes you along a less-trodden trail through Thame and Lungden, leading to the first high pass: Renjo La. This challenging pass rewards you with stunning views of the Himalayan peaks and the serene Gokyo Lakes, a picture-perfect moment like no other.

Spend a night on the banks of the Gokyo Lakes, surrounded by towering peaks. The following day, hike to Gokyo Ri, the first of three peaks on this epic adventure, where breathtaking scenery leaves you speechless. Crossing the massive Ngozumpa Glacier and tackling Cho La Pass, you will head toward Everest Base Camp.

Our guide will lead you to scale Kala Patthar, the second peak of this journey, offering an awe-inspiring close-up of mighty Everest. At Everest Base Camp, leave your footprint on this iconic landmark.

The Everest 3 Pass trek continues with a traverse over Kongma La, a rugged, less-traveled mountain pass. From Chukung, climb your third peak, Chukung Ri, where incredible views of Ama Dablam, Lhotse, Nuptse, and Makalu await. On your descent to Lukla, explore the historic Pangboche and Thyangboche monasteries, wrapping up the journey to the Everest of a lifetime adventure.

How Difficult is the High Traverse Journey to Everest?

The Everest Three Passes Trek takes three weeks and is 170 kilometers long, offering a thrilling yet challenging adventure. With 4 to 8 hours of walking daily at elevations exceeding 5,000 meters, this trek pushes your limits and tests your endurance. The better your preparation, the more rewarding the journey.

Preparation Tips

We recommend you engage in physical training such as running, jogging, cycling, swimming, hiking, and walking with a day pack for around a month or two to prepare for this Everest region trek. The more you focus on building strength and stamina, the more you will enjoy the adventure to the fullest.

Important Notes

There are no age restrictions for joining this high pass trek to Everest. However, it is not suitable for pregnant women or individuals with heart conditions. The journey through three high passes offers unmatched landscapes and a sense of achievement for those ready to embrace the challenge.

Best Company and Safety on a High-Altitude Journey in Nepal

The Three Passes Trek in Nepal is a challenging adventure through high-altitude terrain and rugged paths, where unpredictable weather can add to the difficulty. However, the risks can be mitigated with the proper preparation and safety measures, ensuring a memorable and secure experience.

Why Choose Us?

Out of hundreds of tour operators, we stand apart from the crowd because of our ethical ways of arranging adventure tours. Below are some reasons why you should venture with us on your journey to the Himalayan corners of three passes in the Everest region in Nepal. With our focus on safety and responsibility, you can confidently embark on this incredible journey, knowing you are in capable hands.

Expert Guides:

Your journey to Everest will be led by competent, medically trained guides prioritizing your safety.

Safety Measures:

We carry supplementary oxygen cylinders and a comprehensive medical kit for emergencies in the mountains.

Responsible Travel Policy:

Each trekker is supported by a dedicated porter, ensuring reduced loads and readiness for assistance. This ethical approach sets us apart from other travel companies.

Why this 3 Pass Route Will Change Your Life:

The Everest Three Passes Trek is considered one of the best trekking routes in the world for many reasons. It combines tough challenges with awe-inspiring views that no other trek can offer. The scenery is spectacular, from the lush valleys of pine forests to the icy glaciers and towering peaks. Every corner of this trek will leave you speechless, thus it offers the unmatched Himlayan wonders. Beyond the adventure, you will get a rare chance to immerse yourself in the unique culture of the Sherpa people, explore Buddhist monasteries, and visit remote villages steeped in tradition and history. The Three-pass journey fulfilled the desire to get the True Sense of Accomplishment. You will cross three high-altitude passes, and standing at Everest Base Camp will give you a deep sense of achievement that few trekkers will ever experience.

Trip Cost and Best Time to Visit

The Spring and Autumn are the best times to join this Everest Base camp Three Pass Trek in Nepal. These seasons offer stable weather and clear skies. We offer an all-inclusive package at an affordable cost. The cost includes almost all of your expenses en route. We provide a full-board meal and stay in a twin-bedded room at a tea house on a hike. We ensure all trek permits and Lukla flights and, of course, a reliable guide and crew on service.

Join the Ultimate Journey to Three Passes Trekking in Spring or Autumn 2025 and 2026

Get ready for the adventure of a lifetime! Embark on an unforgettable trek to the Three Passes route with Everest Base Camp in the Spring or Autumn seasons of 2025 and 2026. This thrilling Everest Three Pass Trek will leave you speechless, offering panoramic views, heart-pounding challenges, and memories that will last a lifetime. Do not miss your chance to explore one of the most awe-inspiring natural wonders. Let this epic journey to Everest recharge your spirit and leave you with stories to tell for years.

Itinerary

Everest Three High Pass Trekking Itinerary. Check out the hiking route, elevation, walking hours, accommodation, and meals.

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Day 1-2

Mountain Monarch representative will receive you at the Airport. Then, you will be transferred to the hotel for a check-in briefing about hotel facilities. Pre-trek briefing and trek pack distribution. A traditional Nepali dinner with a cultural show takes place in the evening. The next morning, a half-day city tour followed by gear checking and trek preparation

Day 3-5

Early morning flight to Lukla. 3-hour picturesque trek to Phakding for the first night sleeping in a mountain. Enter the Sagarmatha National Park World Heritage site. It offers spectacular high mountain views, including the majestic Mt. Everest. The following day, an acclimatization hike to Everest View Hotel. In the afternoon, explore the Sherpa Museum and the local market of Namche Bazar.

Day 6-8

Today, we hike to Thame, the clockwise direction of Everest Base Camp. We follow the West Bhotekoshi River valley towards Nyangpala Pass, a gateway to the traditional Tibet-Nepal way. It is a short day trek from Thame to Lungden. It takes about 4 hours to get to the Nangpa La, the glaciated pass on the Nepal-Tibet border. At Lungen, we spend our second day hiking in the surrounding hills.

Day 09

Start early to reach Rinjola on time for a great view. The views from the pass are incredible and majestic. Mt. Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, and Makalu, the fourth highest in the world, are in close view. There are many more gigantic Himalayan peaks, Cho-Oyu above 8000 m. We descend to Gokyo at an elevation of 4,7900 meters.

Day 10

We start a steady ascent of Gokyo Ri early in the morning. It is an average 4 hours walk to the best panoramic viewpoint. In the afternoon, we crossed the glacier sections to Thangna.

Day 11

We start walking in the early morning to avoid unforeseen situations. In addition, frozen conditions have more stability advantages. So, there are fewer chances of falling loose rocks before a pass. After the Pass, there are no hazardous sections to come across.

Day 12-13

We traverse high pasture land before we reach Lobuche. We get Lobuche by lunchtime. Walk the western side of Khumbu Glacier and pass the moraine to Gorak Shep. We hike Everest Base camp after lunch. It is a strenuous day excursion due to the high altitude.

Day 14

Early morning Ascent Kalapathar with the help of a flashlight. The trail is challenging to follow in the dark. But you get rewarding views from the summit of Kalapathar. We descend to the lodge and have breakfast before continuing to Lobuche.

Day 15-16

The route leads to wilderness away from the main trekking area. We walk carefully to climb and cross the glacier. Then, we reach the Nuptse wall nearby. We steadily climb toward the Kongmala pass, 5535 meters, the highest pass on our trip. The walk leads higher up and then descends towards the glacier pond. Furthermore, the walk leads to the Chukung village.

Chhukung Ri, 5,550 meters, is an accessible trekking peak. It used to be an NMA peak that required a climbing permit. You do not need specific climbing gear or skills to summit this trekking peak. The summit view of parades of peaks is simply breathtaking.

Day 17-19

You descend the windy trail to Pangboche. We pass the beautiful village Dingboche, set on the Imjatse valley. We explore the Pangboche monastery, the oldest in Khumbu Valley. There can be a tendency to rush on the way back. We visit Tengboche Monastery, which sits on the lap of Amadablam Peak. We retrace our route back to Namche, making a big circle. We trek out to Lukla and spend the last night on the trek. We celebrate the success of the trek with our crew.

Day 20-21

This morning, we flew back to Kathmandu. This will likely be the Lukla to Ramechhpa flight and a drive to Kathmandu. It is due to the heavy air traffic at Kathmandu airport. The next day, we organized the airport transfer for the onward flight,

Cost Details
Included

Airport transfers on both domestic and international flights

Standard hotel accommodation in Kathmandu on a twin with breakfast.

Full board meals while on three-pass trekking.

Responsible for trekking, having a Porter for each trekker

Accommodation at a teahouse or lodge on twin shares a private room.

Welcome dinner with cultural program as listed in the itinerary.

A half-day guided city tour with a world heritage entrance permit.

All domestic flights and airport taxes are listed on the itinerary.

Free use of quality trekking gear - sleeping bag, fleece liner, down jacket, and rain poncho as required.

Professional trek guide trained in Wilderness First Aid and trek crew with salary, wages, transportation, proper insurance, and required gear.

Supplementary OXYGEN cylinder  and comprehensive First Aid Kit as a safety backup

Complementary trek Duffle bag, Mountain Monarch T-shirts, and trek map

TIMS or VDC trekking permit, Everest National Park entry fees, VAT, all government taxes, etc.

Excluded

Nepal entry Visa fees, Your travel insurance of any kind

International Airfare

All beverage drinks

Main meals ( Lunch and Dinner) in cities.

Tips and Items of personal expenses like the hot shower, battering charge, wifi, and beverage drinks

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Start DateMarch 22, 2025
End DateApril 11, 2025
StatusAvailable
PriceUS$2390
Route Map
Trek map of Three Passes in Everest
Altitude Chart
Everest three passes trekking elevation