Everest Three Passes Trek is one of the adventurous trekking in Everest region. Everest Three Passes trek takes you to the famous three high passes of Everest Region. Everest three passes trekking includes
Everest Three Passes Trek is one of the adventurous trekking in Everest region. Everest Three Passes trek takes you to the famous three high passes of Everest Region. Everest three passes trekking includes three passes namely Renjo La pass (5,345m), Cho La pass (5,420m) and Kongma La pass (5,540m). Other attractions of this trek are this three passes also provide you to trek through the most famous Everest base camp, Sherpa village, culture, Monks, monastery, beautiful view point of Gokyo RI and Kalapathar, and breathtaking views of Mt. Everest (8848m), Makalu (8481m), Lhotse (8516m), Cho Oyu (8201m) and many other high mountains. Everest Three passes trek is designed for the well experienced trekkers who like adventures and challenging. This trek is one of the toughest treks in the Everest Region so a high level of physically fitness and experience is required to do this trek.
Everest Three Passes Trek is an amazing way to explore the Everest region as a whole. This trek takes you to the hidden isolated valleys of Everest Region and also to the world famous trekking destination Everest Base Camp and Kalapatthar. You will explore the pristine Gokyo Valley and tyour to Gokyo Lakes. This trek lets you to observe the purest form of nature. Everest Three Passes trek starts with a short and breathtaking flight to Lukla giving you a hint of the amazing Everest Region from above with wonderful views of the Nepalese Himalayan ranges. After meeting all the team members at Lukla you will start yyour trek. The trek gives you an amazing nature walk to the hidden isolated valleys, amazing rivers, lush green forests, hanging bridges and typical Sherpa villages. The Everest Region has cold climate and loving people with warm hospitality. You will be overwhelmed by their friendliness and hospitality.
The Everest Three Passes takes you to the three high passes Renjo La Pass (5,464m), Cho La Pass (5,420m), and Cho La Pass (5,420m). The trek to Renjo La Pass (5,464m) is comparatively easier and provides the most wonderful views of Everest and spectacular views of Gokyo Lake. Likewise, Cho La Pass (5,420m) is formed between the snowcapped summits of Lobuche (6,135m) and Cholatse (6,443m). The climb to Chola Pass is steep, challenging and icy in parts from the summit. But the spectacular view of Ama Dablam from the summit is worth the trek. Similarly,’ the route to Kongma La Pass takes you across a glacier and glacier-fed river and the climb up to the pass at 5,535m is the highest on this trip. The pass provides an amazing view of Khumbu Glacier from bottom to top. This Everest Three High passes trek offers with much more attractions on the way with some challenging and steep trials for which one needs to have a high level of physical fitness and knowledge of trekking gears.
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu (1300 m/4264 ft)
Day 02: Kathmandu: sightseeing and trek preparation
Day 03: Fly to Lukla, trek to Phakding (2,651m/8,700ft): 40 minutes flight; 8km, 3 - 4 hyours trek
Day 04: Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3,438m/11,280 ft): 11km, 5 - 6 hyours
Day 05: Namche Bazaar: Rest and acclimatization
Day 06: Namche Bazaar to Tengboche (3860m/12,660 ft): 10km, 5 - 6 hyours
Day 07: Tengboche to Dingboche (4,360 m/14,300 ft): 9km, 5 - 6 hyours
Day 08: Dingboche: acclimatization and rest
Day 09: Dingboche to Chhukung (4750m/15,580 ft), climb Chhukung Ri (5,546m): 14km, 6 – 7 hyours
Day 10: Cross to Kongma La pass (5535m/18,159ft), trek to Lobuche (4940m/16,210ft): 10km, 6 - 7 hyours
Day 11: Lobuche to Gorak Shep (5170 m/16,961ft), visit Everest Base Camp (5364 m/17,594 ft): 13km, 6-7 hyours
Day 12: Gorak Shep to Kala Patthar (5545 m/18,192 ft), then to Lobuche (4940 m/16,207 ft): 7km, 8 - 9 hyours
Day 13: Lobuche to Dzongla (4830m/15,850 ft): 6km, 3 - 4 hyours
Day 14: Trek to Gokyo (4800m/15,580 ft) via Cho La pass (5368m/17,611 ft): 6km, 7 - 8 hyours
Day 15: Rest day in Gokyo: Climb Gokyo RI (5357m/17,575 ft), tyour 4th and 5th Gokyo lakes: 3 - 4 hyours
Day 16: Gokyo to Marlung (4210m/13,810 ft) via Renjo La Pass (5360m/17585 ft): 11km, 7 - 8 hyours
Day 17: Marlung to Namche Bazaar: 15km, 5 - 6 hyours
Day 18: Namche Bazaar to Lukla: 19km, 6 - 7 hyours
Day 19: Lukla to Kathmandu: 40 minutes flight
Day 20: Final Departure
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu (1300 m/4264 ft)
After your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA). You can pick up your luggage and see for the representative of Actual Adventure after the completion of your immigration process. Then Your Actual Adventure representative will welcome you in traditional way at the arrival gate. You will be taken to the exact hotel as you plan. You can meet trekking crew at Actual Adventure head office after check in your hotel or you can visit Kathmandu valley. At evening, you can enjoy a good traditional welcome Dinner (D) in a traditional restaurant, organized by Actual Adventure. As this will your first day in Nepal, We will never miss the opportunity to make you enjoyed and make you feel good. Overnight stay in Kathmandu.
Included Meals: Welcome Dinner.
Day 02: Kathmandu: sightseeing and trek preparation
On the second day of Everest Three High Passes Trek you will have half day sightseeing in Kathmandu valley and the rest of the day will be your trek preparation. The sightseeing includes the most famous religious and historical places and UNESCO world heritage sites. You will be visiting Pashupatinath Temple, Soyambhunath Stupa, Boudhanath and Patan Durbar Square. The rest of the day you will meet your team member and your guide will give you a short briefing about the trek. Overnight at Kathmandu.
Day 03: Fly to Lukla, trek to Phakding (2,651m/8,700ft): 40 minutes flight; 8km, 3 - 4 hyours trek
Flight time: Could be any from 6:30 Am to 12:00 pm
Flight Duration: 35 Minutes.
Trek Duration: 3 hyours.
Early in the morning after having breakfast or with packed breakfast we will drive to airport and board a flight to Lukla. After landing in Lukla we will start a downhill walk and make your way through Chauri kharka village and we further descend to Ghat (2530m). Lukla is one of the most dangerous airstrips of the world. From here you will trek to Phakding. Following the bank of Dudh Koshi River we finally arrive to Phakding for overnight stay.
Included Meals: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner.
Day 04: Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3,438m/11,280 ft): 11km, 5 - 6 hyours
Breakfast at: Same lodge/Teahouse of overnight stay.
Lunch: In between yyour trek to onward destination.
Dinner at: Lodge/Teahouse for overnight stay.
Total walking hyours: 5 to 6 hyours.
Following the banks of Dudh Koshi River the trail takes us to Tok Tok. From here one can view the excellent vista of Thamserku peak. Further continuing the trail climbs to Monjoo(2840m) and then enters to Sagarmatha National Park. Walking some distance uphill you will arrive to Jhorsalle(2830m) and after this we will cross a bridge and witnessing the magical panorama of Everest and Nuptse we will ultimately arrive to Namche Bazaar.
Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.
Day 05: Namche Bazaar: Rest and acclimatization
Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner at: Namche Bazaar.
After having breakfast we will do some sightseeing around Namche and then hike to Everest View Hotel for the outstanding view of Everest, Nuptse, Ama Dablam, Kangtega, Thamserku, Kusum Kangaru, Khongde and Khumbi yu La. later we will make your way to Khumjung valley where you can see Hillary school, ancient monastery with Yeti skull and Khunde hospital. After this we will retrace your path back to Namche bazaar for overnight stay.
Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.
Day 06: Namche Bazaar to Tengboche (3860m/12,660 ft): 10km, 5 - 6 hours
Breakfast at: Same lodge/Teahouse of overnight stay.
Lunch: In between yyour trek to onward destination.
Dinner at: Lodge/Teahouse for overnight stay.
Total walking hyours: 5 to 6 hyours.
After having breakfast we will continue the trek through the forest to Kenjoma where the trail joins from Khumjung. After passing the village of Sanasa the trail descends to Phunki Tenga(3250m). Then again the trail climbs steeply through the forest to Tenboche monastery. From here we will witness the stimulating Himalayan panorama of Kwangde, Tawachee, Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, Kantega and Thamserku.
Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.
Day 07: Tengboche to Dingboche (4,360 m/14,300 ft): 9km, 5 - 6 hyours
Breakfast at: Same lodge/Teahouse of overnight stay.
Lunch: In between yyour trek to onward destination.
Dinner at: Lodge/Teahouse for overnight stay.
Total walking hyours: 6-7 hyours.
Leaving Tengboche behind us we will descend through the forest, cross Imja Khola and make a steadily uphill climb to the village of Pangboche. The village offers the extraordinary view of Ama Dablam along with the hodgepodge of many other peaks. A further two hyours of walk from here takes us to Pheriche and further to Dingboche.
Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.
Day 08: Dingboche: acclimatization and rest
Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner: Dingboche.
Due to the gaining altitude it is necessary for us to get acclimatized with the ongoing environmental circumstances. Dingboche is one of the best stop for acclimatization. Today you will hike to Nangkarsthang peak and roam around the last Sherpa village of Everest Region. Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.
Day 09: Dingboche to Chhukung (4750m/15,580 ft), climb Chhukung RI (5,546m): 14km, 6 – 7 hyours
Breakfast at: Dingboche
Lunch: On the way
Dinner at: Chukkung.
On the ninth day of Everest Three Passes trek you will hike up to Chukkung valley after breakfast. The walk goes through stoned walled fields and alpine landscape heading towards the head of Imja Valley. The trial offers you with mind-blowing views. You will see Mt.Lhotse on your left and Ama Dablam on your right. You will follow the trial intersected by icy streams. After around half an your walk from Bibre you will reach to Chhukung. You will have your lunch there and begin your trek towards Chhukung RI at 5546m offering some stunning views from the summit. After yyour visit you will descend back to Chhukung and spend your overnight there.
Day 10: Cross to Kongma La pass (5535m/18,159ft), trek to Lobuche (4940m/16,210ft): 10km, 6 - 7 hyours
Breakfast at: Chukkung.
Lunch: On the way
Dinner at: Lobuche
On the 10th day of Everest Three Passes Trek, after having breakfast in Chhukung you will trek towards Kongma La pass. It is the highest part of your entire trip. You can also take a trial over a hill which is to the north west of Chhukung over the Nuptse Glacier moraines or you can walk back to Bibre and trek on the trial above the Niyang Khola. You can see the top of the pass marked by cairns and Buddhist prayer flags. The final descent from the path will be the most difficult part of today’s jyourney. You will reach to Lobuche after climbing the moraine on the far side. your overnight stay will be in Lobuche.
Day 11: Lobuche to Gorak Shep (5170 m/16,961ft), visit Everest Base Camp (5364 m/17,594 ft): 13km, 6-7 hours
Breakfast at: Lobuche.
Lunch: Gorakshep.
Dinner at: Gorakshep.
On the 11th day of Everest Three Passes trek you will head towards Goarakshep. The hike up to Gorakshep is about 2 hours. The trek starts with an easy trial which gets harder and again gets easier as you climb about 150m. There will be strenuous walk along the Khumbu Glacier and up to Everest Base Camp. As you reach to the base camp at 5365m, you will enjoy the amazing view of Khumbu icefall. The Everest Base Camp is beautiful in itself. The mesmerizing views of Nuptse, Khumbuste and Pumori mountains from the base camp are the major highlights of today’s trek. After visiting the base camp you will trek back to Gorakshep. Overnight at Gorakshep.
Day 12: Gorak Shep to Kala Patthar (5545 m/18,192 ft), then to Lobuche (4940 m/16,207 ft): 7km, 8 - 9 hours
Breakfast at: GorakShep.
Lunch: En Route
Dinner at: Lobuche
The trek starts after having breakfast at Gorakshep. You will trek to an amazing view point on earth which is Kalapatthar. Kala Patthar stands at an altitude of 5545m above the sea level. From there you can grasp the remarkable view of the Mt. Everest and other surrounding Himalayas. After exploring the views from Kala Patthar you will trek down to Gorakshep to Lobuche. Overnight at Lobuche.
Day 13: Lobuche to Dzongla (4830m/15,850 ft): 6km, 3 - 4 hours
Breakfast at: Lobuche.
Lunch: En Route
Dinner at: Dzongla
On the 13th day of Everest Three Passes trek you will have your breakfast at Lobuche and start the trek. The trek goes downhill on a trial alongside the Khumbu Glacier. The trial splits here and you will continue choosing the trial on your right. Along with the eye- catching sceneries you will pass through a stupa and tombstones in the distance. The trial begins to ascend after a short walk nearby Chola Tsho Lake. After crossing Chola Khola Bridge you will reach to Dzongla. Your overnight stay will be on Dzonglha.
Day 14: Trek to Gokyo (4800m/15,580 ft) via Cho La pass (5368m/17,611 ft): 6km, 7 - 8 hours
Breakfast at: Dzongla
Lunch: En Route
Dinner at: Gokyo
Today is one of the toughest days of your trip. As you gain height, the Cho La Lake begins to appear the views get more amazing as you gain more height the Cho La Lake begins to appear and the Ama Dablam in its pyramidal incarnation presides over a range of mountains on the south as Cholatse soars on the west. The path is steeper so you need to be alert. The path leading down to Thangnak is easy. You will be greeted by the outstanding mountain views stepping out of the settlement. Your trial goes to the Ngozumpa Glacier which is longest glacier in Nepal. On the side of glacier you will get the view of second Gokyo Lake on the series of six lakes. On the edge of third Gokyo Lake you will finally reach to Gokyo Village where you will be staying overnight.
Day 15: Rest day in Gokyo: Climb Gokyo RI (5357m/17,575 ft), tour 4th and 5th Gokyo lakes: 3 - 4 hour
Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner: Gokyo
Today is the rest day in Gokyo valley for acclimatization purpose. You will have the most beautiful morning waking up to amazing views of Gokyo Village. You will climb to Gokyo RI which is the small peak above the lake. The peak is also called by the name of Kalapatthar because of the similar views. It will take us 2 hours to climb to the top of the peak. You will be pleased by the outstanding panoramic views of Cho Oyo, Gyanchung King, Everest, and many more mountains. Travelers with additional time and energy can also travel to another lake, Nagazumpa beyond to a fifth lake. Overnight at Gokyo.
Day 16: Gokyo to Marlung (4210m/13,810 ft) via Renjo La Pass (5360m/17585 ft): 11km, 7 - 8 hours
Breakfast at: Gokyo
Lunch: En route
Dinner: Marlung
Today your trail goes up to Renjo la and then goes to Marlung. After an early breakfast you will proceed to Renjo valley. After leaving the main trail you will turn to Renjo La trail by Dudh Pokhari. You will reach to Renjo La after three hours climb. As we climb up the mighty mountains including the Mt.Everest begins to revel itself. The views from Renjo La are much similar to Gokyo RI with third Gokyo Lake and Gokyo village. You will continue your trial down to a stone staircase. Following the trial we will reach to the south bank of Angladumba Tsho. You should be careful while descending. The presence of ice can make your journey complicated. You will get to see Relama Tso and Renjo Lake along your way to Lumde. After walking for almost 1 hour you will reach to Marlung. Overnight at Marlung.
Day 17: Marlung to Namche Bazaar: 15km, 5 - 6 hour
Breakfast at: Marlung
Lunch: En route
Dinner: Namche
The trial today descends following the traditional route which was used by Tibetan traders for centuries to trade in between Nepal and Tibet. The trek takes you to Namche Bazaar from Marlung crossing the Bhote Koshi River. The trial is mostly downhill. You will gradually descend to Taranga and stop there for lunch. After having lunch continues the trial heading towards Thame crossing two bridges to Thame. It is famous for Gumbas situated on a hill to west. Continuing your trial that passes through few small villages you will finally reach to Namche. It is the biggest town in Everest region and also known as Sherpa Capital. Overnight in Naamche Bazaar.
Day 18: Namche Bazaar to Lukla: 19km, 6 - 7 hours
Breakfast: Namche
Lunch: En route
Dinner: Lukla
Today you will have your last day on mountains. The trial today is mostly a downhill on along the bank of the Dudh Koshi River. You will trek toward the Hillary Suspension bridges, and also pass by several monasteries and villages before reaching Lukla. After reaching Lukla you will take rest and spend some quality time remembering all those bittersweet reminiscence of the journey. Overnight at Lukla.
Day 19: Lukla to Kathmandu: 30 minutes flight
Today is your final day of Everest Three Passes trek. You will have your breakfast at Lukla and then fly back to Kathmandu. You will have the last few minute’s views of the mountains in your flight back to Kathmandu. After reaching Kathmandu the representative will drop you to the hotel and you can take some rest or do some shopping as reminder. You can take the guides if you need help. Overnight at Kathmandu.
Day 20: Final Departure
We hope you had a wonderful time with us. We will bid a farewell to you and then our representatives will drop you to the airport for your final departure from Nepal. We wish to see you soon in near future.
. We can accommodate the trekking packages according to the preference and requirements of the customer. The above provided template is just a demonstration of what we offer.
During the trip, the unpredictable factors like, weather, local politics, transport and many more which are beyond our control can bring some change in the itinerary. In such case, if the alternation in the itinerary is necessary, then the trek leader will decide for the best alternative with the consent and interest of the whole group. If the change occurs we will do our best to minimize its effect; however the company cannot be responsible for the results of changes and delays.
Since, the weather in the Everest region is unpredictable and is likely to change every few hours, the Lukla flight often gets delayed or even cancelled.
Lukla Airport is situated on a wonderful valley surrounded by high mountains. Landing and taking off from Lukla is considered to be difficult and technical. Therefore, Lukla is considered as the most dangerous airstrips in the world.
Twin Otter and Dornier planes are the primary mode of transport to and from the airstrip at Lukla. This service is fairly dependable. However, if flight to and from Lukla are cancelled in case of bad weather conditions in Everest region, we can help you charter a helicopter upon your request to ensure you are on schedule for your trip and international flight connections. The helicopter charge is to be paid by the passengers themselves and can be reimbursed from their travel insurance later. The helicopter charges USD 2,500 to USD 3,000 per helicopter. The helicopter can carry up to 4 to 6 passengers at a time and the cost can be shared among the passengers. The company can help by providing necessary documents required to claim the amount from insurance company.
The payment for helicopter must be paid at time of service by participant. US dollars cash or credit cards (Visa Cards, Master Cards, and American Express) are accepted for helicopter transport. Any card payment requires a 4% bank fee, which goes directly to the bank.
The helicopter can fly if the visibility is 1500m or greater, while the twin otter and Dornier planes can fly if the visibility is 5000m or greater, as per Nepal’s Civil Aviation rules. If the weather is extreme and the visibility is lesser than 1,500m helicopters cannot be operated. In such case we will reschedule your flight for next day depending on the availability. If this situation keeps on getting repeated for many days then we will provide you with the alternative trek options.
The most adventures journey of the world has an adventurous gateway. Almost all of the treks in Everest Region begin with an exciting flight from Kathmandu to Tenzing-Hillary airport Lukla. The flight is short, scenic, exciting and adventurous. On the other hand this short flight takes your breath out, flying out from the TIA it directly lands on a small airstrip over an isolated mountain valley tucked in between the mountains of Khumbu region also known as world’s most dangerous airport in just 40 minutes approx.
Since, there is no road transportation; the Flight to Lukla is the sole vehicle approach to Everest Region. The market here can be possible only by Flight or several days of walking. Thus, Lukla Airport is a hub for all the local people and trekkers in the Everest Region. know About Lukla Flight
Actual Adventure Pvt Ltd. has been organizing trekking for trekkers of all ages and levels of fitness to Everest Base Camp over several years. Since it is regarded as one of the most adventurous destination, almost all of the trekkers are curious about the difficulties of Everest Base Camp Trek and trek preparations.
Everest Base Camp Trek is regarded as one of the most challenging trek in the world and requires a high level of physical fitness. Although, Everest Base Camp Trek is tough it isn’t undoable. With proper dedication, training, itinerary and preparations, the trek can be accomplished by young and old people with normal physical fitness.
The Everest Base Camp Trek journey is about 130 kilometers. The trek can normally be completed within 11 days: 8 days up, 3 down. You’ll spend 2 days on the way up resting and acclimating to the elevation. The walk is about 5- 8 hours a day. Since it is a long route and you will climb at an altitude of more than 4000 m and you will gain an elevation of about 300m each day you should walk slowly and steady. Slow and steady is the best way to safely enjoy the journey and minimize symptoms of altitude sickness.Read More
I found Actual Adventure on Tripadvisor when I was looking for a company to organise an Everest Base Camp trek for my boyfriend and I. This company had plenty of fantastic reviews, so I decided to contact them.
Kedar was great at responding in a prompt manner. He can cater to all budgets and organised a hotel, flights to Lukla and a guide/porter quickly and efficiently while I was still in Australia.
Our guide Mingma was amazing and truly made our trek memorable! He was very knowledgeable about the terrain and culture, and we enjoyed leaning about different ethnic groups and towns every day.
It was the small things like holding my hand when we were going down very steep sections, or giving us advice on altitude sickness when we felt unwell, that made us feel safe and extremely comfortable in his presence. On the last night he even invited us into his family home and cooked us a delicious meal. It was a sad to say goodbye after a wonderful two weeks in the mountains!
Our accommodation in Kathmandu (Hotel Peak Point) was suitable for a few nights before and after the trek. We had a private room on the top floor which caters for travelers on a tighter budget.
When we went to thank Kedar and his brother Susan after returning from Lukla, they invited us to play indoor soccer with them (which was boyfriend thoroughly enjoyed!). This shows how friendly they were!
I would highly recommend this company to all of my friends. Everything went really smoothly and they were instrumental in ensuring that we had an excellent time in Nepal!
Thanks Kedar, we'll be back to conquer Annapurna Base Camp one day!
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