Everest Three Pass Trek, also known as Everest High Pass Trek, is a must-do activity in the land of superlatives-the mighty Everest Region. It is the toughest trek circuiting around the entire Everest region that will push your body and mind outside of your comfort zone. Everest Three Pass Trek offers you an incredible walk through the sky-high mountains crossing three Himalayan passes over 5,000m. Get the ultimate Everest experience by conquering Kongma La Pass (5,535m), Kalapathar hiking (5545 m), Cho La Pass (5,380m), and Renjo La Pass (5,388m) in just 16-18 days.
Everest Three Pass Trek Overview
Everest Three Pass Trek combines the mainstream Everest Base Camp (EBC) trail with three high passes of the Everest region to enrich your authentic Himalayan experience. This iconic adventure trek lets you tick classic EBC off your bucket list and further rewards you with astounding views of the less-trodden Khumbu landscapes.
Relish the incredible vista of the Everest range and breathe salubrious mountain air by indulging in this spectacular walking activity. It's a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to explore giant Himalayan peaks just close to your eyes. The glorious presence of majestic mountains like Mount Everest (8848.86m), Makalu (8481m), Cho Oyu (8,201), Lhotse (8516 m), Peak 38, Island Peak, Cholatse, etc. will leave you with a feeling of fulfillment and pleasure.
Furthermore, there's spiritual healing in these high-altitude encounters. Escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life to immerse yourself in spirituality at the world-famous Buddhist pilgrimage site at Mount Ama Dablam's base. The 500-year-old Tengboche Monastery holds immense religious significance for the region and offers insight into the ethnic Sherpa heritage, culture, and history. This 17-day high-altitude trek in the shadow of the world's highest mountain promises to create lasting memories and impart lessons in endurance, persistence, and gratitude.
Challenging Everest Three Passes Trek Highlights
- Relish the 360-degree panorama of snow-capped mountains around the Everest region
- Soak in the entire expanse of Himalayan hulks like Mount Everest, Cho Oyu, Makalu, Ama Dablam, Lhotse, etc.
- A wonderful opportunity to immerse yourself in a mystic Himalayan world amid breathtaking Himalayan scenery, sensational valleys, pristine lakes
- Action-packed outdoor activity in a dramatic Khumbu setting that embodies the thrill produced by testing your courage and strength
- Experience the Indigenous Sherpa hospitality which is genuine, heart-warming, and sincere
- Get the physical and spiritual pleasure of conquering 5,000m+ high passes through intense personal effort and close contact with elegant mountains
The Major Tourist Destination of Everest High Passes Trek
The 17-day Everest Three Passes Trek from Kathmandu is an adrenaline-rushing activity in the foothills of the Himalayas that transverses iconic natural and cultural wonders around the Everest Region. Everest Three-Pass Trek's key tourist destinations are an ideal blend of adventure, culture, and nature that will mark an unerasable stamp in your memory.
1. Lukla Village and Hillary Airstrip
You'll get a hint of adventure when you step aboard a Himalayan flight to Lukla. The hair-raising Lukla flight from Kathmandu offers you a remarkable outlook on the surreal natural beauty of Nepal and brings you closer to the majestic Everest landscape.
Lukla (which means a place with many goats and sheep) is a small town in the Solukhumbu district that serves as a starting point for all trekking trips to the Everest region. It is home to Tenzing-Hilary Airport, one of the world's most dangerous airports with a short and steep airstrip.
2. Namche Bazaar-A Sherpa Town sightseeing with Virtual Guide
Situated at an elevation of 3,440m, Namche Bazaar is Khumbu's trading hub that receives year-round visitors to the Himalayas near Mount Everest. It is a gateway to the high Himalayas and an acclimatization point for trekkers on the walking mission to Everest Base Camp. It will take you two days to reach Namche Bazaar from Lukla while the distance between Namche Bazaar and Tenzing Hillary Airport is around 13 km.
3. Local Sherpa culture
Sherpa is a Nepalese ethnic group native to the mountain region, serving as guides at extreme altitudes of peaks in the Himalayas. Their local expertise, hardiness, and experiences at very high altitudes are invaluable to the mountaineering community. They usually follow Tibetan Buddhism and celebrate their rituals, culture, and traditions. Their way of living, local languages, and beliefs are unique and allow visitors to incorporate a new culture into their hearts.
4. Gokyo Lakes and Its Surroundings
The crystal-clear deep-blue Gokyo Lakes form one of the most beautiful attractions in the Everest Three Pass Trek. Gokyo Lakes comprise six glacial-fed lakes lying in an ecologically fragile and unstable zone at an altitude of 4,700-5,000m. The six main lakes are Gokyo Cho, Thonak Cho, Gyazumpa Cho, Ngojumba Cho, Tanjung Cho, and Kyajumba Cho.
5. Kongma La Pass (5,535 m)
Kongma La (in Nepali Kongma signifies a mountain pheasant species) is the highest point on the Everest Three Pass Trek with an elevation of 5,535m. Lying just above Dingboche and southwest of Mt. Everest, Kongma La offers a close-up view of the towering mountains including Mt. Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Mt. Thamserku, Mt. Ama Dablam, etc. It is a challenging Himalayan pass but the sense of achievement that sinks in upon conquering it is unmatched.
6. Cho La Pass and Renjo La Pass
Cho La and Renjo La are summit passes at 5380m and 5388 meters above sea level respectively. Cho La connects the villages of Dzongla and Gokyo Valley whereas Renjo La connects the Gokyo region to Lungde and Thame villages. They are less crowded yet feature the fantastic vistas of the eight-thousanders, a visually satiable retreat.
How difficult is the Everest Three Pass Trek?
Everest Three Pass Trek is the second to climb any Mountain peaks in Nepal. However, we do recommend having some high-altitude trekking experience before embarking on this high-pass trek. Solo trek is also possible but there is something special about exploring the wilderness with a virtual guided tour, who understand personal freedoms to set their own pace, choose the off-the-beaten-route, and discover the hidden gems of the Himalayas with our virtual guide. We, at Global Eco Trails strive to make your trek memorable with highly skilled guides with meticulously planned itineraries. The Trek involves 8 to 9 hours for crossing Kongma la, Chola, and Renjo-la Pass.
The Advantage of Booking Everest Three-Pass Trek With Us
- We supply our Guide and porter with food, accommodation, and clothing on the trek plus insurance and good working wages.
- Safety measurement including meticulously planned itinerary with extra days for better acclimatization.
- Interact with our support team and local people about the culture and traditions.
- Complimentary airport pick-up and drop services with free luggage storage.
- Complementary sleeping bag and down jacket with company token of Love.
When is the Best Time for Everest High Pass Trek in Nepal?
The favorite time for Everest High Passes Trek is the fall (September to November) and the second most rewarding time is Spring (March to May), also the best time for any Mountaineering. These falls and Springs offer clear skies and stable weather. Summer in Nepal is Monson season, with high rainfall and wet trails with limited views, maybe you will get lucky with the weather. The winter season (December to February) has fewer crowds and wonderful views, but it is cold!!
Cost and Itinerary for the Everest Three-Pass Trek in Nepal
The cost and itinerary for the Everest Three Passes Trek, per person, varies from $1400 to $1900. It is depend on what the facilities contain and don't contain. The small group trek cost includes Everest High Pass Trek Guide and Sagarmatha permits, Local Government Permit and TIMS-Card, domestic flight to and back, and 16-night accommodation with 3 meals a day. People are confused over how the itinerary is being curated, When it comes to walking clockwise or counterclockwise, they become excited. The Three Passes Trekking can be done in any direction. Nonetheless, the best route to undertake the Everest Three High Passes Trek in Nepal is counter-clockwise. This will help to reduce the chances of attracting high altitude sickness.
Lastly, Enjoy the breathtaking views of the mountains as an honor to yourself. Take on the formidable Himalayan terrain of the Everest region. Notice the Everest Summiteers' Villages en route. Spend some time in the monasteries purifying your soul and enjoying the morning sun shining through the sky towering mountain peaks. You are recommended to pick a government-certified company, affiliated with TAAN and prepare the trek proper gear for your hassle-free Everest Three Passes Trek. Embark on our 17-day Everest Three Pass Trek now and ask for further necessary trip dossier.
