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Overview of Everest Three Passes Trek
Everest Three Passes Trek
Mountaineering Trek is the ultimate adventurous hike for any Trekkers. Walking above the frozen lake and glacier on the breathtaking edge of the mountain offers lots of focus, dedication, and stamina. Three Passes trek offers mountaineering expeditions and the close observation of snowy wildlife, priceless herbs, and the evolution of life through a beautiful creation of nature.
The Everest three passes trek is the most adventurous trek that drives you to every edge of the Everest region. You will be one of the luckiest people to see how Mt Everest has stood tall for hundreds and thousands of years. The trek itself is a considerable research and analysis of the natural structure.
Suffering from the harsh windy snowfall and landslides and preparing a thesis about the geo-physical structure of Mt Everest is a significant degree. The audacity of exploring flora and fauna on the way always be in your mind.
Most of the three-pass trek routes still need to be explored due to high passes, which is one of the adventurous things to do. The scenery of the whitish mountain range looks like a VFX-created world. During Mid-days, the sun’s heat leads snow to melt and flow in the form of glaciers which is one of the fascinating things during the trek.
During the trek, you will notice that Mt Everest is connected to lots of other giant mountains like Lhotse (8516 m), AmaDablam (6812 m), Makalu (8516,m) and many others.
Sagarmatha National Park
The trek corresponds to Sagarmatha National Park, which has an area of 1148 sq. km. Sagarmatha National Park is an inhabitant of more than 208 Species of Birds and scarce mammals like musk Deer, Snow leopards, Red Panda, Himalayan Black bears, and many others.
The greenery and beautiful Himalayan flowers at a massive altitude of 5,750 m may surprise you.
Important Notes for Everest Three Pass Trek
Flights to the Everest Region now depart from Ramechhap airport due to congestion at the Kathmandu airport. Ramechhap is several hours’ drive from Kathmandu, so we leave Kathmandu at 1 am to reach there for the early morning flights. There are no day or evening flights due to the high winds in the mountains in the afternoons.
Flights can be delayed or canceled due to bad weather. We recommend you build in a 2 or 3-night contingency plan. That means do not book your international flight for Tuesday if your planned flight from Lukla is on Monday. Best to book it on Thursday or Friday.
If you wish to take a helicopter flight from Kathmandu to Lukla, there will be an additional charge of around $250 to $300.
There is no additional fee for the package rate for solo travellers. However, if you are travelling alone and wish for a single room, please add on the single supplement during checkout.
Porters can only carry 20kg. So please pack lightly. We will provide you with a bag/duffle bag that is easy for porters to carry.
Airlines have a weight limit of 15kg per person. Any excess can be paid at the airline counter at the airport. Note that this is only possible if the flight is not overweight already. Again, please pack lightly.
Please provide us with a copy of your passport at the booking stage, as we require this for domestic flight booking.
Meals on the trek are included in the price. This does not include hot or cold drinks, alcohol, or extra snacks. In Kathmandu, breakfast is included, but not lunch or dinner.
There are extra expenses for hot showers ($3 to $5) and charging your battery ($1 to $3).
You can buy a wifi card in Lukla or Namche Bazaar for $25. 10 or 20 GB of data are provided for use over 30 days in the Everest Region. We cannot guarantee the wifi quality – it will depend on the weather and location.
Weather can change dramatically and quickly in the mountains, so please bear with us if there are delays.
Please follow the advice of your guide if he needs to change the itinerary in any way due to the weather.
Drones are not permitted unless you have a special permit to fly them in the Everest Region. This is because there are many unscheduled helicopter flights in the sky. It is tricky to obtain permission, so leave it home unless you need a drone.
Remember your insurance!
Most of all – enjoy your amazing adventure!
Itinerary of Everest Three Passes Trek
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Day 1:- Landing at Tribhuwan International Airport:
The fantastic journey begins after you land at the Kathmandu valley. Our staff member will be there to receive you on the arrival section.
We will take you to your hotel, which we previously booked. You will have a meal and will prepare yourself for the next day’s trek. On this day, you will be shopping for some warm clothes and other trekking equipment.
Car
30 minutes
Accommodation
3 Star Hotel
Meals
Dinner
Altitude
1300m
02
Day 2:- Flight from Kathmandu to Lukla and trek to phakding
Your journey to Everest Three High Passes Trek inaugurates from a stunning Kathmandu to Lukla flight. So hold your nerves to land on the gateway to the world’s top. Trust me, the adventure of the journey, even at the airport, is adventurous.
However, the actual trek starts from Lukla, where we will be hiking to Phakding, passing a suspension bridge at an altitude of 2619 m. We will be staying our night in a hotel in Phakding. Phakding is a top-rated stop for trekkers, as quality homestay services are available in this village.
Walking
3-4hr.
Accommodation
Tea house
Meals
BLD
Altitude
2610m.
03
Day 3:- Trek to Namche Bazar
Then non-stop adventurous hike tests our limits and dedication to trekking. In the beginning, it will be fun to hike, but after an hour, you will start feeling altitude sickness and quick breathing. Without stopping anywhere, we head towards Namche Bazaar, which is at an altitude of 3440 m. Namche Bazar is also called ‘The City of Sherpa’ as it carries the brave mountaineering history of the Sherpa community.
Walking
5-6hr.
Accommodation
Tea house
Meals
BLD
Altitude
3440m.
04
Day 4:- Acclimatization in Namche:-
Namche Bazar is an ideal venue for food and accommodation. It is a small town situated in the beautiful range of the Himalayas. Carrying many cultural and historical aspects, Namche Bazar is the first choice to engage in Tamang and Sherpa communities. Namche Bazar is also known as the gate of Mt. Everest, as it is the main route available to reach Mt Everest.
Namche Bazar is the city where the glipse of Mt. Everest is seen. Like a town in the middle of the mountains, Heaven is always covered with snow, even in the summer. We will have fooding, lodging, and accommodation in Namche.
Walking
3-4hr.
Accommodation
Tea house
Meals
BLD
05
Day 5:- Trek to Thame
On the next day, we leave Namche behind and head towards Thame, which is at an altitude of 3750 m. It is where the path between EBC and three passes trek gets separated.
We will follow the origination of the BhoteKoshiriver to reach Thame, where the beautiful chirping sound of Lophophorous and bubbling sound of water flowing through a small Hydroelectric power plant in Thame will welcome us.
We spend our night in this village. Several homestays are available for service at low prices, seeing the geographical hardness.
Walking
4-5hr.
Accommodation
Tea house
Meals
BLD
Altitude
3820m.
06
Day 6:- Hike to Lungden
The next day, we continued our hike towards Lungden at the massive height of 4500m. The challenging routes will make you cry, but you will take these difficulties as a part of the adventure. After hiking for more than six hours, we finally reached Lungden, our ultimate spot to stay the night. These hike days will be a lifelong memory in your brain. Every incident you tackle will be a milestone in pursuing your future.
Walking
4-5hr.
Accommodation
Tea house
Meals
BLD
Altitude
4380m.
07
Day 7:- Trek to Gokyo Lake
Leaving the spectacular terrains of Lungden on the next day, we head towards Gokyo Lakes, whose eye-attracting watercolor reminds us to take the oath of our life.
The level of difficulties will ascend from now on, and we will pass through the Renjo La pass, which is situated at a gigantic altitude of 5435. It is one of the Three high passes we will hike on. This pass will not only compel you to watch death in front of you but also will motivate you to fight with yourself to win the race of life. It is what the ultimate adventure is.
The eye-appealing scenery of the mountain range, including Mt. Everest (8848 m), Lhotse (8516m), Cho Oyu (8201 m), and AmaDablam (6812 m), is the best in the Everest region. We will look for hotels in Gokyo as we will stay a night in Gokyo.
Walking
3-4hr.
Accommodation
Tea house
Meals
BLD
Altitude
4750m.
08
Day 8:- Acclimatization at Gokyo
Today is the day to cherish the beautiful atmosphere of the Gokyo region. Taking the joy of immersing in the beauty of the beautiful Gokyo region, we will explore the beautiful blueish environment of Gokyo Lake. On the eighth day, we will be acclimatizing the Gokyo region, taking this day as the resting day.
Walking
3-4hr.
Accommodation
Tea house
Meals
BLD
Altitude
5357m.
09
Day 9:- Trek to Thangnak
Early in the morning, after the surrounding becomes visible, we hike passing the Ngozumpa Glacier. Walking down the valley and enjoying the magical atmosphere on a sunny day, we reach the eastern glacial moraine. On the stunning Cho-La high pass, you will find rows of homestays around Thangnak village.
Walking
2-3hr.
Accommodation
Tea house
Meals
BLD
Altitude
4750m.
10
Day 10:- Trek to Dzongla (4855 m)
Waking up with the sound of Yak grazing on the field near your hotel room, we head towards Chola Pass, the second pass of three passes trek. Chola Pass is a bridge between the Gokyo and Everest regions. During an emergency, this route is often used.
From now on, we will be taking the routes of EBC, where on the way, we will take a break on Lobuche (4910 m) and Gorakshep (5285 m). Just imagine the feeling you are just 3000m below the world’s highest peak.
Life and death are part of the journey. Heading towards Lobuche, we will notice the memorial statues and carved stones of travelers who left the journey of life struggling against nature. These things often resemble the rawness and bitter truth of life. Those statues may dis-motivate you, but certainly, you will realize you have come a long way to achieve big things.
Walking
6-7hr.
Accommodation
Tea house
Meals
BLD
Altitude
4855m.
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Day 11:- Trek to Everest Base Camp and trek to Gorakshep
Waking up in Lobuche will give you feel of waking up in God’s home. We climb more than 5000 meters to reach Gorakshep. It certainly will take more than eight long hours to get Gorakshep. Going Gorakshep itself is a considerable achievement. From here, we follow our ultimate destination to summit Everest Base Camp. Fighting with the atmosphere, maintaining self-hope, and believing in karma, we came a long way which may be the best achievement of your life so far.
We spend some memorable time chanting with Mt. Everest. You will be busy clicking the close view of Mt. Everest. After spending some quality time in EBC, we head back to Gorakshep and spend the night in Gorakshep.
Walking
6-7hr.
Accommodation
Tea house
Meals
BLD
Altitude
5364m.
12
Day 12:- Back to Lobuche
To witness the best-ever view of beautiful Mt Everest smiling after being kissed by the childish sun, we will head to Kala Patthar at 5555m.
After a memorable morning, we descend back to Lobuche. Storing all the memories in mind, we will head back, singing song Pahadi songs with other Trekkers. We will get a hotel in Lobuche and spend the night there.
Walking
2-3hr.
Accommodation
Tea house
Meals
BLD
Altitude
4940m.
13
Day 13:- Hike to Chhukung
On the eighth day of the regular hike, we will wake due to dazzling mirror light reflected by ChhukungHimal penetrating our window glass.
Today, we will pass through Kongma La Pass, at an altitude of 5535 m, the highest pass among all others. The trek’s last access will be very challenging as you will be tired from hiking for more than eight long days.
But remembering what you have achieved summiting EBC, you will eat this pass like a piece of cake. After a tired, full day of the hike, we concluded our walk for the day at Chhukung, getting a warm hotel.
Walking
4-5hr.
Accommodation
Tea house
Meals
BLD
Altitude
4730m.
14
Day 14:- Back to Namche Bazar
On the morning of the ninth day, we leave Chhukung behind us and lead towards Tengboche, an altitude of 3855 m. Now the routes will be in descending order so you won’t be tired as in previous days.
We will start seeing greenery on the field, a little bit of vegetation, cultivated land, and a population of people in more significant numbers. The wildlife will also be seen in more significant numbers, including Yak, Himalayan Goats, Snow Leopard, Himalayan Bear, and many others.
On the way will see a comprehensive view of an extensive mountain range covering Mt. Everest, Nuptse, and Lhotse. We will be staying in a hotel at Namche for the night.
Walking
6-7hr.
Accommodation
Tea house
Meals
BLD
Altitude
3440m.
15
Day 15:- Back to Lukla
Today will be the last day of the hike as we head toward Lukla Airport. Make sure you have carried back all your bag pack. Crossing Hillary Suspension Bridge, we hike for more than seven hours to reach Lukla. We stayed at the Lukla hotel near the airport to balance the tiredness.
Walking
6-7hr.
Accommodation
Tea house
Meals
BLD
Altitude
2860m.
16
Day 16:- Kathmandu
We will take the flight back to Kathmandu in the morning, ending your life’s memorable mountaineering hike. The magical experience will help you become a better person personally and professionally. It’s a day to rest at the hotel in Kathmandu.
Walking
35minute
Accommodation
3 star-Hotel
Meals
BD
Altitude
1400m.
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Day 17:- Explore Kathmandu Valley
On the seventh day of your journey, it’s time to explore Kathmandu valley. You may extend your visa on the same day, as per your impression.
Flight
35min
Accommodation
3-star hotel
Meals
BD
18
Day 18:- Back to your home country
It’s the time to say bye-bye to the land of Heaven. Our private car will take you to the departure section of Tribhuwan International Airport.
Includes/Excludes
What's Included?
Airport pickups and drops in a private vehicle
Bed and Breakfast in a three-star category hotel in Kathmandu
Kathmandu – Lukla – Kathmandu flight tickets
Full-day guided sightseeing in a private vehicle
All entrance fees during sightseeing and trekking
An experienced English or other Language speaking guide and one assistant guide for more than five trekkers
One porter for two trekkers
Guide, porter, and necessary staff salaries, insurance, accommodation and food, and airfares if necessary
Peregrine Treks and Expedition’s Duffel bag, t-shirt, achievement certificate, and trekking map are free services from the company.
Everest Three Passes Trek Permit and TIMS
First Aid Medical Kit or essential medicine
Seasonal fruits during the trek.
Three meals in a day(Lunch-Breakfast-Dinner)with cup of tea
Farewell dinner
In the worst case, search and rescue service arrangement
All applicable government and local taxes
What's Excluded?
Nepalese visa fee and International airfares
The excess weight of luggage charge(s) in the flight
Extra Hotel accommodation, Lunch, and Dinner in Kathmandu because of an early arrival in Nepal or late departure from Nepal before return from Everest Three Passes Trek.
Travel and rescue insurance for trekkers only.
Personal expenses (phone calls, laundry, soft or hard beverages, recharge the battery, bottled/boiled water, extra porters, hot shower, a pot of tea, etc.) during trekking
Tips and gratuities for guide(s), porter(s) and driver(s)
Trekking Checklist Trekking to Everest Three pass trek
Why are three passes trek memorable?
Three passes trek is where you would not only reach the Everest Base Camp but also pass through the three highest passes in the Khumbu region. The three passes in the Khumbu region are Kongma La Pass (5535m), Cho La Pass (5420m), and Renjo La Pass.
Walking on the laps of giant peaks is itself a man of the moment. It requires hard work and self-belief to fight with terrible minus-degree temperatures and challenging geographical structures.
Trekking Checklist Everest Three pass Trek
Some of the essential gears for trekking are:–
Sunglasses
Sun hat
Backpack
Refillable water bottles
Good quality, super-warm 4-season sleeping bag (these can be rented from local vendors)
Hand towel,
Energy Bars
Wet wipes
Toiletries
Frontal torch and flashlight with spare batteries
Sunblock and high SPF lip balm
Guidebook
Map
Compass
Penknife
Washbag (Toothpaste, Toothbrush, and other personal hygiene items)
Sewing Kit
Trekking poles
Sleeping bag
Duffel Bag
For Clothing, you may just add the following clothes to your backpack
Down jacket x 1
Fleece x 1
Thermal top x 2
T-shirts x 3, long sleeve shirts x 2-3
Waterproof trousers x 1
Warm trousers x 2
Hiking shorts/trousers x 1
Long thermal pants x 1
Thermal underwear
Socks thin and thick x 6
Hiking boots
Gaiters
Comfortable closed shoes (for around camp)
Mittens and ski gloves
Balaclava and woolen hat
Scarf
It is very important to carry a First Aid kit while trekking in the mountains. Some of the essential medicines and first aid kits are as follows.
Small first aid kit
Sprint Bandage
Headache tablets
Imodium (loperamide)
It is good to consult your physician for Acetazolamide (Diamox), a drug that mitigates the effects of altitude, headache, diarrhoea & vomiting.
Trekking Tips
Always carry a First Aid Kit while trekking.
Do not touch people when they are on the way to temples.
Beef is prohibited in Nepal. No female animal is killed for food.
You may not be allowed to enter the inner part of temples and stupas.
It is better to take permission before using cameras while visiting temples, stupas, and heritage sites.
Briefs, shorts, bare shoulders, and backs may not be appreciated in rural villages. So, stay comfortably and decently covered.
Public display of affection is not entertained nicely in rural parts.
If a Nepali lady hesitates to shake hands with you, it is common in rural parts. It is better to greet with ‘Namaste’ by joining both the palms and it is an appreciated gesture.
Use a hotel safety box for your valuables.
While visiting villages, you may not get all the luxuries and modern amenities. So, expecting modern services in rural villages is futile.
If you have any problems, do not hesitate to ask your guide for solutions
