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Everest Three Pass Trek

Trip Facts

  • Total Duration 23 days
  • Trip Grade Moderate to Strenuous
  • Max Altitude 5553m.
  • Start From Lukla
  • End From Lukla
  • Min Size 2 pax
  • Max Size 10 pax
  • Trip Mode Trekking
  • Accommodation Hotel/Tea House
  • Best Season: Late September to November and Mid-March to May

Trip Highlights

  • High Passes & Everest Views: Cross the legendary Renjo La, Cho La, and Khongma La passes while enjoying stunning panoramic views of Mount Everest and surrounding Himalayan Peaks.
  • Diverse Landscapes & Natural Beauty: Trek through spectacular valleys, lush forests, waterfalls, rivers, glacial lakes, and massive Himalayan glaciers, offering ever-changing, breathtaking scenery.
  • Mountain Culture & Buddhist Heritage: Explore picturesque Sherpa villages and visit ancient Monasteries, Stupas, and Mani walls, and experience authentic Sherpa culture and warm mountain hospitality.

Ultimate High-Altitude Adventure in Nepal

The Everest Three Pass Trek in Nepal is the ultimate high-altitude trekking adventure in the Everest Region, perfect for experienced trekkers seeking a true Himalayan challenge. This legendary Everest Three High Pass Trek itinerary takes you through three major mountain passes: Renjo La, Cho La, and Khongma La, while exploring the remote beauty of the Khumbu Valley. Widely regarded as the best and most complete Everest trekking route, it combines Everest Base Camp, Gokyo Lakes, and high mountain passes in one journey. Along the way, you trek through traditional Sherpa villages, experience rich local culture, and enjoy breathtaking views of Mount Everest and other towering Himalayan peaks.

What Is the Everest Three Pass Trek Itinerary?
The adventure begins with a scenic mountain flight from Kathmandu to Lukla, followed by trekking through Phakding, Monjo, Namche Bazaar, Thame, and Lungdeng. The first challenge is crossing Renjo La Pass (5,435m), offering breathtaking views of Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, and Cho Oyu.

The trail then descends into the beautiful Gokyo Valley, famous for its turquoise, serene lakes. A climb to Gokyo Ri (5,373m) rewards you with the greatest panoramic Himalayan views in the Everest area. Continuing onward, cross the rugged Cho La Pass (5,420m) and reach Everest Base Camp and Kala Patthar (5,545m), the best viewpoint for close-up Everest views.

The final challenge is Khongma La Pass (5,535m), leading into the Imja Valley. An optional climb to Chukung Ri (5,553m), the highest point of the trek, offers a final breathtaking Himalayan panorama. The route then descends via Dingboche, Pangboche, Tengboche, and Namche Bazaar to Lukla.

Why Choose the Everest Three Pass Trek?
This trek is the ultimate Everest trekking experience, combining high mountain passes, Gokyo Lakes, Everest Base Camp, and remote valleys in one journey. It offers unmatched adventure, fewer crowds, and deeper cultural immersion than standard Everest treks.

Join Blossom Expeditions and turn your dream of conquering Everest’s highest passes into an unforgettable Himalayan adventure.

Trip Itinerary

Days Program
01 Arrival at Kathmandu (1300m) International Airport, meet our representative and transfer to your hotel.
02 Early morning drive to Ramechap (Manthali), fly to Lukla (2800m), and trek to Phakding-2645m. Trek 3-4 hours
03 Trek to Namche Bazaar-3440 m. 6-7 hours
04 Acclimatization day, day hike to Everest view hotel-3890m.
05 Trek to Thame-3820m. 5-6 hours
06 Rest day for acclimatization
07 Trek to Lungdeng-4490m. 6-7 hours
08 Trek to Gokyo-4770m via Renjo pass (5435m.) 7-9 hours
09 Climb the Gokyo Peak (5373m.) and back to Gokyo and rest
10 Trek to Thaknak-4626m. 3-4 hours
11 Trek to Zongla-4800m via Cho la pass (5420m)7-8 hours
12 Trek to Lobuche-4930m. 3-4 hours
13 Trek to Gorakshep and continue climbing the Kalapatar peak (5545m) and back to Gorakshep-5160m. 7-8 hours
14 Day hike to Base camp-5330m and back to Gorakshep 4-5 hours
15 Trek to Lobuche-4930 m. 2-3 hours
16 Trek to Chhukkung-4730m via Khongma-la  pass (5535m.) 8-10 hours
17 Climb the Chhukhung-Ri peak (5553m.) and back to Chhukhung 6-7 hours
18 Trek to Tyengboche-3870m. 6-7 hours
19 Trek to Manzoo-3440m. 6-7 hours
20 Trek to Lukla-2800m. 6-7 hours
21 Fly to Manthali and drive KTM
22 Sightseeing Swayambhunath Stupa, Patan Durbar Square, Pashupatinath Temple, and Boudhanath Stupa.
23 Departure to Home

 

Note: In the peak season (March–May and October–November), most Lukla flights operate from Ramechhap (Manthali), due to increased air traffic. It is about 135 km east of Kathmandu and takes a 3–4 hour drive. To avoid a very early departure from Kathmandu, adding one extra day will make your journey more comfortable and less stressful.

Trip Cost

Trip Cost per person                  USD 2675
Single Supplement                     USD 100
Trip Deposit                                      USD 700
(Single supplement applies to Kathmandu only)

Optional: Kathmandu to Lukla Helicopter Flight
Private Charter Flight            USD3000
Sharing per person                USD550

What's Included

  • Three nights’ accommodation in Kathmandu at a three-star standard hotel, including breakfast
  • Three meals a day (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) with tea or coffee during the trek
  • Accommodation during the trip on a sharing basis
  • Guide, assistant guide, and porter wages, including their food, accommodation, and insurance during trekking
  • Round-trip airfare (Kathmandu–Lukla–Kathmandu), including the guide
  • National Park and TIMS card fees
  • Airport transfers
  • Tour guide and transfer for city sightseeing in Kathmandu
  • Entrance fees for city sightseeing
  • Government taxes

What's Excludes

  • Cold and hard drinks, and drinking water
  • Meals in Kathmandu
  • Travel insurance, emergency evacuation, and personal medical expenses
  • Donations along the trail and anything not mentioned above
  • Tips

Trip Highlights

  • High Passes & Everest Views: Cross the legendary Renjo La, Cho La, and Khongma La passes while enjoying stunning panoramic views of Mount Everest and surrounding Himalayan Peaks.
  • Diverse Landscapes & Natural Beauty: Trek through spectacular valleys, lush forests, waterfalls, rivers, glacial lakes, and massive Himalayan glaciers, offering ever-changing, breathtaking scenery.
  • Mountain Culture & Buddhist Heritage: Explore picturesque Sherpa villages and visit ancient Monasteries, Stupas, and Mani walls, and experience authentic Sherpa culture and warm mountain hospitality.
USD 2675

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Nepal Contact Info

PO Box No: 21101, Kapan - 12
Phone Tel: 977-1-4810388
Cell: 977 - 9841454462
Email: info@blossomexpeditions.com
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U.S. A. Contact Info

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California, 94580
Tel: 415-694-1388
gyandip_lama2002@yahoo.com

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