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Trek Overview
- Start: Kathmandu
- End: Kathmandu
- Duration: 19 days
- Best Season Sept-Dec, Mar-May
Introduction
Three Passes Trek is another trekking wonder to let you indulge in the snowy and mountain vibes of the Everest Region of Nepal. The Three Passes Trek is arguably the most complete trek in the Everest Region as it covers most of the Everest region on its circular route. This itinerary is specially designed for adventurer seekers which include all three high passes Kongma La (5535m), Cho La Pass (5330m), Renjo La Pass(5360m). Including three high passes, Everest Base Camp, hike to Kala Patthar and Gokyo Ri; and Gokyo Lake exploration is the other major highlights of this trek. Three Passes Trek also introduces us to pristine Nangpa La Valley, the Sherpa village from Marlung and the monastery village located at Thame . Stunning views of mountains including Amadablam, Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Makalu, etc can be seen from the trail. It is a physically challenging adventure where you've to take several ups and downs in a slippery and rocky path sometimes, so previous trekking experience is required to sign up for this trek. Although the weather of Three High Passes keeps on changing, months of Mar-May and Sep-Dec are the best for this trek.
The thrilling adventure to three high passes begins at Lukla and follows Dudh Koshi valley which leads you to the capital village of Namche, trading hub of Everest Region. After ascending via Thame and Marlung, we cross the first pass of our trek, Renjo La Pass and reach Gokyo. Hike to Gokyo Ri is one of the most beautiful experiences of this trek which provides the best view of majestic mountains, holy lakes, glaciers, and mesmerizing Gokyo Valley. Amazing view of pristine Gokyo Lake will make you fall in love with this place again and again. Then we continue our trek via Thagnak and Zungla to cross the second pass of our trek, Cho La Pass. The trail continues towards the major highlights of our trek, Everest Base Camp and hikes to Kala Patthar and finally, we cross the final pass of our trek, Kongma La Pass. Then we hike down to Lukla via Pangboche and Namche. The scenic flight from Lukla takes us to Kathmandu which is the ending point of our trek.
Trek Highlights
- Three high passes: Kongma La (5535m), Cho La Pass (5330m), Renjo La (5360m)
- Majestic mountain views: Everest, Ama Dablam, Lhotse, Nuptse, etc
- Sacred Gokyo lake and surroundings
- Everest Base Camp
- Hike to Gokyo Ri
- Hike to Kala Patthar
- Sherpa culture, tradition, and warm hospitality
Food
Meals vary according to the location of the teahouse. Most of the Teahouses offer you a wide variety of meals whereas teahouses situated at higher altitudes may not be able to offer you the same menu. But food provided by all the Teahouses is hygienic, delicious and organic from their garden. All the teahouses offer a variety of foods such as breakfast, pancake, porridge, Muesli with milk, Toast, different styles of eggs, and other creels. For lunch and dinner rice, noodles and pasta, pizza, a variety of potato, different curries, spring roll, and typical Nepali food. During your stay in Kathmandu, you'll have numerous food and restaurant options to choose from.
Accommodation
During Everest View Trek, you'll find several small rural communities that offer small tea houses/lodges for your accommodations. Regular trekking areas like Three Passes have developed well facilities available teahouse or lodges which are mainly used by trekkers walk along the trail which is very cozy and comfortable and some are basic standard. Rooms are two-sharing with two beds per room and most bathrooms are shared and toilets can be either squat type of the western version. The beds will have mattresses and pillows and blankets. You'll have a luxurious accommodation facility during your stay in Kathmandu.
Day 1: Arrive at Kathmandu , alt. 1300m.
Day 2: Fly to Lukla then Trekking to Phakding , alt. 2610m.
Day 3: Trek From Phakding to Namche Bazaar , alt. 3400m.
Day 4: Rest at Namche Bazaar , alt. 4300m.
Day 5: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Phortse , alt. 3700m.
Day 6: Trek from Phortse to Dingboche , alt. 4410m.
Day 7: Rest in Dingboche. morning short hiking in free time , alt. 4410m.
Day 8: Trek from Dingboche to Chhukung , alt. 4800m.
Day 9: Chhukung to Kongma-La pass (Alt 5535m) then trek to Lobuche , alt.4900m.
Day 10: Trek from Lobuche to Gorakshep (5100m.) - Everest base camp (alt.5364m. - Gorak Shep (5100m.
Day 11: Trek from Gorak Shep to Kalla Patthar then trek to Zongla ,alt. 4800m.
Day 12: Trek over the Cho La pass and then trek to Thagnak ,alt.4700m.
Day 13: Trek to Gokyo lakes ,alt. 4700m.
Day 14: Early morning climbing to Gokyo -RI ,alt. 5360m.
Day 15: Trek from Gokyo to Renjo la pass (alt. 5361m.),then trek to Ghopte 4700m.
Day 16: Trek from lungden to Thame ,alt. 3820m.
Day 17: Trek from Thame to Namche Bazaar ,alt.3400m.
Day 18: Trek from Namche to Lukla ,alt. 2780m.
Day 19: Fly back to Kathmandu
Day 1: Arrive at Kathmandu , alt. 1300m.
After arriving at the Tribhuvan International airport in Kathmandu, you will be welcomed by our airport representative and they'll transfer you to the hotel in a private car. Overnight at the hotel in Kathmandu.
Day 2: Fly to Lukla then Trekking to Phakding , alt. 2610m.
We'll have breakfast at the hotel in the morning and fly to Lukla. You'll meet the porter in Lukla and start trekking. Upon your arrival at the Lukla airport, you can have the first glimpse of majestic mountains. 3-4 hours of continuous walkthrough Dudh Koshi valley takes us to Phakding for an overnight stay.
Day 3: Trek From Phakding to Namche Bazaar , alt. 3400m.
Wake up early, have lunch and head towards the bustling Sherpa Village in Khumbu Region. Through rhododendron and pine forest, and mountain views, we arrive at Namche for an overnight stay. You may also encounter different species of birds and animals if you get lucky enough.
Day 4: Rest at Namche Bazaar , alt. 4300m.
Just one day is not enough to express the beauty of Namche Bazaar and its surroundings. So we will spend one more day at Namche for proper acclimatization. In the meantime, you can go for a short hike, visit restaurants, know about their culture in free time. Overnight at the same hotel.
Day 5: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Phortse , alt. 3700m.
After 2 days of well spent at Namche Bazaar, we leave for Phortse early morning. You will get to view the panoramic views of Everest, Lhotse, Ama Dablam along other mountains. Overnight stay at Phortse.
Day 6: Trek from Phortse to Dingboche , alt. 4410m.
We leave Phortse early morning and continue our trek to Dingboche. Dingboche is a famous refreshing point in Everest Region for trekkers. You can visit historical monasteries, admire mountain views and there is so much to do in here. Overnight stay.
Day 7: Rest in Dingboche. morning short hiking in free time , alt. 4410m.
One more rest day in Dingboche allows us to know more about Sherpa culture, tradition and lifestyle of mountain people. In free time, you can take a hike around Dingboche, visit nearby villages, etc. Overnight stay.
Day 8: Trek from Dingboche to Chhukung , alt. 4800m.
We leave Dingboche behind and trek to Chhukung. Chhukung is the last stop before we go for the first pass of our trek. Overnight in Chhukung.
Day 9: Chhukung to Kongma-La pass (Alt 5535m) then trek to Lobuche , alt.4900m.
Finally, the day is here. Today, we will cross the first high pass of our trek, Kongma La Pass at 5,535m. It is an amazing feeling to cross the Kongma La Pass which also provides the majestic views of mountains. Trek to Lobuche for an overnight stay.
Day 10: Trek from Lobuche to Gorakshep (5100m.) - Everest base camp (alt.5364m. - Gorak Shep (5100m.
This is another important day of our trek where we will visit the base camp of the highest mountain in the world, Everest Base Camp. We cannot see the peak of Everest directly from here, but surrounding beauty will mesmerize you. We descend back to Gorakshep for an overnight stay.
Day 11: Trek from Gorak Shep to Kalla Patthar then trek to Zongla ,alt. 4800m.
Another tough day with many challenges. First, we hike up to Kala Patthar at 5,545 for the best view of Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, and other mountains. Then trek to Zongla for an overnight stay.
Day 12: Trek over the Cho La pass and then trek to Thagnak ,alt.4700m.
On day 12, we will cross the second high pass of our trek. Cho La pass is another highlight of our trek which is challenging and rewarding at the same time. After crossing Cho La Pass, we trek to Thagnak for an overnight stay.
Day 13: Trek to Gokyo lakes ,alt. 4700m.
Early morning trek from Thagnak to Gokyo Lake rewards us with tranquil Gokyo Lake and its surroundings. Surrounding is unspoiled and filled with beauty everywhere. Overnight stay at Gokyo Lake.
Day 14: Early morning climbing to Gokyo -RI ,alt. 5360m.
We climb early morning to Gokyo Ri for the best sunrise view over white mountains. You can also see the Gokyo Valley from Gokyo Ri. Then we trek down to Gokyo Valley for overnight stay.
Day 15: Trek from Gokyo to Renjo la pass (alt. 5361m.),then trek to Ghopte 4700m.
Day 15 is tough, where you have to work more to get the best reward from it. Today we cross the 3rd high pass and last pass of our trek. After crossing Renjo La Pass and exploring panoramic views around, we trek to Ghopte for an overnight stay.
Day 16: Trek from lungden to Thame ,alt. 3820m.
Today, we will walk from Lungden to Thame which is easier to walk than previous ones. The trail to Lungden to Thame rewards us with spectacular views of Nuptse, Lhotse, Makalu, Baruntse and other mountains. Overnight stay.
Day 17: Trek from Thame to Namche Bazaar ,alt.3400m.
Another opportunity to explore Sherpa culture, warm hospitality, and the way of living of mountain people. One night stay at Namche Bazaar provides the cultural insights of the region. Overnight stay.
Day 18: Trek from Namche to Lukla ,alt. 2780m.
We trek down to Lukla through many local settlements, rhododendron and pine forest and you may also encounter different species of birds and wild animals. The trail goes to Lukla via Phakding and overnight stay.
Day 19: Fly back to Kathmandu
The final day of our trek where we'll fly to Kathmandu over white mountains and after arriving at the airport, our airport representatives will help you to go to your new destination.
Cost Includes
- Airport peak and drop.
- Domestic flight to Kathmandu –Lukla – Kathmandu (Around flight)
- Three times meals a day on the trek (breakfast, lunch &, dinner)
- After each meal a cup of tea or coffee.
- Accommodation twin sharing base best place in town
- Experience English speaking guide.
- porter. (Two people one porter) each porter carry 25kg .
- Everest national park entrance fee.
- Rural municipality entrance fee.
- Treated drinking water.
- All the Ground transportation.
- First aid kit.
- Down jacket (refundable after trek (if needed only)
- Duffle bag
- Last night dinner at nepali kitchen with cultural dance show.
- Nature explore t- shirt.
Cost Excludes
- Personal insurance
- International airfare
- Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu.
- Trekking equipment
- All type of beverage
- Extra expenses like internet , buttery charge, hot shower, laundry during the trek.
- Tipping for staff.
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| 2020 | 01 | 15 | 1400 | 12 | Join Group |
| 2021 | 10 April | 17 | 1665 | 1 to 6 | Join Group |
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Dave C
Published: Feb 19, 2020
Germany
Everest Base camp and 3 passes
Something I thought I would never be able to do turned into the trip of a lifetime - one of the highlight events of my life.
No two days the same, stunning scenery wherever you looked and, if you don’t mind the odd 4am wake up call, the most beautiful awe inspiring views of sunrise over Everest/Lhotse/Ama Dablam - memories to last forever. Some days tougher than others but the effort was always rewarded.
Our guide Bharat (walking knowledge base) and porter Kishor (superman) were great. After 2 weeks trekking it was hard to say goodbye.
Nature Explore from booking to farewell dinner in Kathmandu provided a personal service that made you feel like a friend rather than a customer. Now looking to do Annapurna circuit with them.
Rachael Collins
Published: Feb 19, 2020
UK
Amazing few weeks with nature explore! 360 mountain views everyday and first class service every day. Our guide Bharat was fantastic as was Dinesh during our Booking process. This
Is the second time I have used nature explore and already thinking about my third time !
Our porter Kishor Karki was fantastic. So glad to have spent our time with him - had great fun bouncing English/Nepalese off each other . We will miss him.
If anyone is thinking about 3 passes trek , cannot recommend nature explore more. Really tough, but fantastic! Arrive as a client , leave as a friend.
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