Three Pass Trekking

Three Pass Trekking

Activity
Trekking
Trip Grade
Strenuous
Max. Altitude
5550m

Overview

Three Pass Trekking is one of the best trekking journeys in Nepal. Similarly, the Three Passes Trekking is difficult, intimidating, and enthralling all at the same time. Everest has become synonymous with the realm of adventure. This Three Pass Trekking in the Everest Region is the best adventure trek in the Himalayas.

In addition, this trek is the pinnacle of a Nepali wilderness trekking vacation. Kongma La Pass, Cho La Pass, and Renjo La Pass are three high passes that visitors will climb via. Similarly, these are three difficult passes in the Khumbu region that connect four valleys.

Likewise, the trip’s shining ornaments include the Chhukung Valley, Lobuche Valley, Gokyo Valley, and Thame Valley. Moreover, in Nepal, the detour is better known as the Khumbu Circuit Trekking.

To get through these difficult passes, you must be physically fit. However, the heavenly panorama of mountains, villages, and Himalayan landscape will bless you and provide relief from your tiredness. The voyage to the Three Passes begins with a flight to the world’s most remote airport, Lukla.

The Namche Bazaar may be reached by following the popular Everest base camp trekking track. You will arrive in the Chhukung Valley after taking your normal acclimatization breaks and passing through Tengboche and Dingboche. The Kong Ma La is the first pass to cover.

Furthermore, the trail can be tight and difficult at times. Visitors should follow the directions of the trekking guides, who are well-trained and experienced in dealing with such situations.

Three Pass Trekking List

Kongma La Pass

Three times After passing across the Kongma La Pass, the trek continues into Lobuche Valley (Khumbu Valley). Moreover, to go to Lobuche, we’ll have to pass the famed Khumbu Glaciers. We’ll ascend to the Everest Base Camp and Kalapather. These are some of the trip’s highlights.

Kalapather is a great vantage point for seeing the Khumbu region and the high Himalayas, including Mount Everest and the Khumbu Glaciers. The return route will take you to Dzongla, where you can apply for the trip’s second pass.

Cho la pass

Cho la pass is a well-known scenic route to take. Technically, it is more difficult than the other two passes. After passing through the pass, you will be rewarded with a magnificent panorama of the Gokyo Valley.

The panoramic vista of the High Himalayas will hypnotize you with its beauty. The Gokyo Valley’s three blue-turquoise lakes provide a tranquil setting. The vista of the Nagzompa glaciers is a thing of natural beauty.

Renjo la Pass

The Renjo la Pass is the best location for a panoramic view of the surrounding mountains. To get to Thame, you’ll have to trek down a steep incline. Before traveling to Namche, this is one of the greatest spots to visit the Sherpa settlement and Buddhist monastery. We will return to Lukla on our return route.

This Three Passes Trekking is a true Himalayan adventure that will quench your soul’s need for thrills and challenges in the stunning Himalayan scenery.

Furthermore, at the Three Pass Trekking, all the visitors will experience and know all about the local culture and tradition. Similarly, they will get to experience the local foods. Which will add value to your trip.

Also, at Trexmount Ventures, we try to provide everything to our visitors and people. So, they can enjoy the trip to the fullest extent.

Itinerary

01Day

Arrival in Kathmandu and transfer to hotel.

Our representative will come to the airport for transfer to the Hotel. After some refreshment in the hotel, Our Tour leader will conduct a pre departure meeting in the Hotel or at our office. The meeting will covers trip related information & the collecting your Documents (passport copy, 2 passport size photos, Travel insurance copy).

02Day

Kathmandu: Free day for Trek preparation.

Breakfast, free day for trek preparation. You can do your own activities OR, you can do a sightseeing tour in Kathmandu valley with visiting fascinating world heritage and cultural sites. There are a few places that are worth visiting such as the Hindu holy Pashupatinath temple, Bouddhanath Stupa, Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple), Durbar Squire ( One is in Kathmandu, in Patan and also in Bhaktapur), Museum,  monasteries, old historical Palaces, and Gardens. Note:  this tour is optional so you can visit with place of your interest & pay locally.

Meals: Breakfast

03Day

Fly to Lukla (2,886m-9,468 ft) & trek to Phakding (2,640m-8,661 ft) – 04 hrs.

Early morning depart from the hotel for the flight to Lukla on reaching Kathmandu domestic airport board a small plane Dornier or Twin Otter, flight offers great views array of snow-capped peaks with Mt. Everest as the plane touches down after 30 minutes of scenic flight to Lukla, a unique airstrip with a runway with uphill slope, Lukla airport at present named after legendry climber Tenzing & Hillary Airport.

After spending some time here with the meeting porter, We start hiking to Phakding for an overnight stop, the trek passes several villages and farmlands with great scenery of hills and valleys then finally reaching Phakding village located by the Dudh Kosi (river).

Meals: B+L+D

04Day

Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,440 m-11,286 ft) – 06 hrs.

We follow the valley in the beginning and heads uphill at above 3,440 meters high at Namche Bazaar, starting the morning with crossing few suspension bridges over the Dudh Koshi river, and then reaching at an entrance gate of Sagarmatha National Park at Monjo. After checking the Park & Trekking tickets and permits, further walk leads on the bank of the river, then after the last high bridge an uphill walk for few hours all the way to Namche Bazaar, here we will have two nights in this large prosperous trading town –village as well the main centre and capital of Khumbu area with facilities of ATMs, Cyber cafes, stores, shops, restaurants, banks and fresh bakery with busy colorful interesting Saturday market.

Meals: B+L+D

05Day

Rest day at Namche Bazaar for acclimatization.

An ideal and perfect place for a rest day for acclimatization, We start after breakfast to visit the National park museum with a great range of information about mountaineering, flora – fauna, Sherpa culture, and religions, this scenic spot offers a grand panorama of high snow-capped mountains including Mt. Everest and stunning Ama Dablam. We do hike further to Syangboche and Everest View Hotel for another beautiful view spot of the surrounding mountains above the old Syangboche airs trip. and return back to Namche in the afternoon.

Meals: B+L+D

06Day

Trek to Tengboche (3,867 m-12,687 ft) – 05hrs.

After a good rest and acclimatization in Namche, We start hiking along a gradually winding wider nice path, maintained by the old Sherpa man for the last 2 decades doing it voluntarily for goodwill to mankind with small funds and donations from the trekkers passing on this route.

We will be walking through conifer and rhododendron woodland, with striking views of Ama Dablam, the walk further offers striking views of Mt. Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Thamserku, and Kwangde peak, then the path descends towards Imjatse river at Phunge Tenga, After a short rest here, we start ascending through a nice serene forest to reach Tengboche Monastery which has a good renown Buddhist Monastery and biggest in the region.

This is a scenic spot with awesome views of Ama Dablam, Kangtenga, Thamserku, Kwangde, Mt. Everest, and many more. You can visit the monastery premises while the monks are praying and see the function every day. The head lama (Rinpoche) of the monastery resides here and many believers take blessings from the high lama priest for better success and a safe Journey.

Meals: B+L+D

07Day

Trek to Dingboche (4,260 m-13,976 ft) – 05 hrs.

We start after breakfast and descend to Imjatse River passing a small place of Debuche, walking into beautiful birch-rhododendron and pines forest, on reaching the strong steel bridge where the tree lines vanish for smaller juniper and rhododendron bushes, after the bridge a gentle climb to reach Pangboche which is a great permanent village, beyond are settlement with lodges to serve the trekkers.

The trail leads slowly through exposed landscapes with an excellent view of  Ama Dablam at a close distance, and then stopping for the lunch break at Shomare popular spot for lunch and a short break, after lunch on the gentle uphill to reach Dingboche located in the wonderful Imjatse valley.

Meals: B+L+D

08Day

Rest at Dingboche for acclimatization with short hike.

A pleasant and scenic place for another acclimatizing day at Dingboche, which is very important before heading higher. Today, once again we start after breakfast and hike to Nagarjun hills (4820m) above Dingboche offers great views of surrounding snow-capped peaks with North Face of Ama Dablam soars high above Imjatse valley, views of Island / Imjatse peak and as far to world 5th highest Mt. Makalu towards further east behind Peak 29. Enjoy the afternoon relaxing or take a walk around the village.

Meals: B+L+D

 

09Day

Trek and traverse Kongma-la and to Lobuche (4,930 m-16,175 ft) – 09 hrs.

Today, It is going to be a very long and great adventure. We will be heading towards a small place at Bibre with a gentle ascend. We have a challenge ascending after here towards complete isolation in the pure wilderness over rocky moraine in the gully between the great Nuptse Wall and Pokdale Peak and beneath the massive Khongma Tse, Mehara Peak, and then slowly heading over Kongma-la and descend towards Khumbu glacier for a short while and lastly reaching at Lobuche for overnight in the cozy lodge after thrilling long trekking day.

Meals: B+L+D

10Day

Trek to Gorakshep (5,170 m-16,962 ft), Everest Base Camp (5, 364 m-17,598 ft) – 06 hrs.

This is going to be Highlighted day as we will be heading into the most awaited Everest Base Camp. We again start with a gentle climb to Glass Pyramid house, a metrological station funded and run by Nepalese and Italian scientists, from this spot a small steep climb reaching Khumbu glacier, we hike further through over moraine of rocks and small icy streams to reach at Gorakshep with views of Mt. Pumori, Lingtrin, Khumbutse and Mt. Everest and get ready for next venture to reach Everest Base Camp which will make dreams comes true of this adventure.

We hike continue toward Everest Base Camp along the moraine and ice, on reaching Everest Base Camp after a tiring but exciting walk, enjoy the break overlooking the tip of Everest with tumbling Khumbu ice falls close to base camp, around high season for expeditions, this place will be like a Jambore with many colorful camps and busy. After a great moment feeling high return journey back to Gorakshep.

Meals: B+L+D

11Day

Hike to Kalapatthar (5,545 m-18,192 ft) trek to Dzong la (4, 850 m-15,912 ft) – 05 hrs.

Getting up early morning, trek and climb on a steep uphill to Kalapatthar for a stunning panorama view of Mt. Everest with an array of surrounding peaks, this will be the highest point of this great adventure at 5, 545 m, after a thrilling and breathe taking scenery, downhill walk to Gorakshep and then continue the return journey all the way near Thugla and then walk on the path to next adventure to Tsho-la pass with an overnight stop at Dzongla at the base of the pass.

Meals: B+L+D

12Day

Cross Tsho-la (5,367 m-17,608 ft) and to Dragnag (4,750 m-15,584 ft) – 07 hrs.

Starting again early morning with a slow climb over the rocky area, at first crossing small icy frozen streams and reaching higher with few breaks in between reaching Tsho-la after 3-4 hours of vigorous climb, the top marked with prayer flags and a pile of stones with awesome scenery of surrounding high peaks of Nirekha, Cholatse, Tawache, from here a steep descend brings you at a small place of Dragnag for overnight halt after a great, thrilling adventure over the 2nd pass of this great journey.

Meals: B+L+D

13Day

Trek to Gokyo Lake (4,800 m-15,748 ft) – 02 hrs.

Today a short few-hour walk to picturesque Gokyo Lake with a lazy morning, trek into an ablation valley reaching the first lake and after a while heading to a second lake, and then finally at Gokyo’s third lake also known as Dudh Pokhari.

From the bank of the lake stands Gokyo village at 4,790 meters, use to be a summer settlement of the Khumbu area before the trekking started, on reaching Gokyo for lunch and overnight stop, with afternoon free to acclimatize, or a short walk around, from this spot offers fabulous views of sixth world’s highest Mt. Cho Oyo and Gyachung Kang reflecting on this turquoise emerald Gokyo Lake.

Meals: B+L+D

14Day

Hike to Gokyo Ri at (5,330 m-17,487 ft) and Back to Gokyo. 4 hrs.

We start in the morning hiking to Gokyo Ri at 5,357 m, a steep climb to the top with awesome panorama views of the world’s highest mountains from Mt. Cho Oyo 8,201 m straddling the border with Tibet along with Gyachung Kang,

Mt. Everest 8,848, Mt. Lhotse 8,516 m, Cholatse, Taweche and Mt. Makalu at 8,463 m. We have a magnificent view of Gokyo lakes and Glaciers. After a great time at the top of Gokyo Ri, we descend on a steep downhill to Gokyo Lake, afternoon rest and preparation for the final high pass Renjo-la of this adventure.

Meals: B+L+D

15Day

Trek, traverse over Renjo -la (5,388 m-17,677 ft) to Lungdeng (4,600 m-15,092 ft) – 06 hrs.

Starting the earlier morning with a steep uphill for a few hours to get to the Top of Renjo-la. This is a less trekking area and at present the path has improved before, however, snow conditions can take time and can lead to vigorous walking.

Finally reaching the top at 5,388 meters Renjo-la with fantastic views of snow-capped peaks that surround this scenic top, after enjoying the break with the views, a long descent passing small glacial ponds on the route, and finally, a small settlement with few lodges at Lungdeng, offering great scenery located near the route towards Nangpa-la pass that goes to Tibet.

Meals: B+L+D

16Day

Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,440 m-11,286 ft) – 07 hours.

After a great successful journey traverse of all three High Passes of Khumbu Khongma-la 5,535 m, Cho-la 5,380 m & Renjo-la 5,388 meters.

We start on the downhill path most of the way to Thame passing several smaller villages of Marlung, Thyangmoche, and Hungmo reaching sleepy Thame village home of late Tenzing Sherpa and present world record holder Apa Sherpa who has climbed Everest 20 times. We continue our journey to Namche Bazaar and overnight in a nice Lodge.

Meals: B+L+D

17Day

Trek to Lukla (2,860 m-9,383 ft) – 05 hrs.

Our final day of trekking returns us to the town of Lukla from where you have begun hiking. The overnight stay gives you time to explore the town as well as reflect upon the mountains before heading back to Kathmandu.

Meals: B+L+D

18Day

Fly to Kathmandu and transfer to hotel.

The flights at Lukla operate from early morning to Kathmandu, sometimes the flight times are delayed due to unfavorable and bad weather, as per the flight time board a small Dornier or Twin Otter plane for the scenic flight back to Kathmandu.  Upon reaching Katmandu domestic terminal Trexmount Ventures staff transfers you back to your respective hotels.

Meals: B

19Day

Free day In Kathmandu.

This day is reserved in case of a flight delay in Lukla due to unfavorable weather conditions. You can do your own activities OR, you can do a sightseeing tour in Kathmandu valley with visiting fascinating world heritage and cultural sites.

There are a few places that are worth visiting such as the Hindu holy Pashupatinath temple, Bouddhanath Stupa, Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple), Durbar Squire ( One is in Kathmandu, in Patan and also in Bhaktapur), Museum,  monasteries, old historical Palaces, and Gardens. Note:  this tour is optional so you can visit with place of your interest & pay locally.  Farewell Dinner in the evening.

Meals: B+L

20Day

Departure from Nepal.

Breakfast, We will transfer to Tribhuvan International airport for departing from Nepal.

Meals: B

Includes/Excludes

What is Included?

  • Airport Pick up and drop transfers.
  • Private Ground transportation as per itinerary.
  • Return Flight Kathmandu|Lukla|Kathmandu.
  • All accommodations (Twin Share)
  • Meals: 19 Breakfasts, 15 Lunches, 16 Dinners. with cup of Tea, coffee in each meals
  • Sagarmatha national park entry permits.
  • TIMS Permit.
  • An experience Trained guide and required number of porters (one porter in between two pax), their food, accommodation, transportation, salary, insurance, and equipments.
  • Warm sleeping bag, warm down jacket and walking stick, if necessary.
  • Trek bag.
  • All Taxes are included.
  • Award Certificate of Trip Completion

Whats not Included

  • Meals as Mention in the inclusive list.
  • Single Supplement for single using rooms
  • Tips to staff or any donations.
  • Nepal Visa.
  • International Flight.
  • Your travel insurance, Medical and emergency evacuation.
  • All types of drinks (such as Hot & cold, Mineral water and alcoholic drinks) during the trek.
  • All personal expenses which are not mention into the price inclusion.

Clients Review

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We had a dream to reach Mt Everest Base Camp since we heard about this. One of my friends recommended Trexmount so we have decided to use them for arranging our trek to Everest Base Camp. The treks were very well organized and the guides were extremely knowledgeable, and friendly and looked after us at all times.

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Trip Info

“full of thrills and excitement throughout this trip, from traditional villages, green hills, pristine forest, amazing landscapes and high mountains with panoramic views of world’s highest Mt. Everest at 8,848 m, an adrenaline adventure crossing world’s highest passes in the heart of high Khumbu / Everest region, super views from Kalapathar and Gokyo Ri, visiting the Everest Base Camp and to picturesque Gokyo lake, visiting villages and monasteries enrich with old culture, customs are the main attraction and highlights of this trek and the warm hospitality of the highlanders The Sherpa of Himalaya”

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