Take on one of Nepal's ultimate high-altitude adventures with the 19-day Everest Three Passes Trek, crossing Kongma La, Cho La and Renjo La while visiting Everest Base Camp, Kala Patthar and the turquoise Gokyo Lakes.
Arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport and transfer to your hotel. Meet the trekking team for a detailed briefing, equipment check and preparation for the Everest Three Passes Trek.
Take a scenic mountain flight to Lukla and begin trekking through Sherpa settlements, prayer walls and forest trails toward Phakding.
Follow the Dudh Koshi River, cross several suspension bridges and enter Sagarmatha National Park before climbing to Namche Bazaar.
Spend the day acclimatizing with a hike toward nearby viewpoints or the Khumjung area. Enjoy views of Everest, Lhotse and Ama Dablam before returning to Namche.
Follow a scenic trail with panoramic Himalayan views, descend toward the river and climb through forest to Tengboche. Visit the famous Tengboche Monastery.
Continue through Pangboche and alpine landscapes toward Dingboche, enjoying close views of Ama Dablam and surrounding Himalayan peaks.
Take an acclimatization hike to a nearby ridge or viewpoint before returning to Dingboche. This day helps prepare the body for the high passes ahead.
Follow the Imja Valley toward Chhukung while enjoying spectacular views of Island Peak, Lhotse and surrounding mountains.
Begin early for the demanding crossing of Kongma La. Trek through rugged high-altitude terrain and descend toward the Khumbu Glacier before reaching Lobuche.
Continue from Lobuche to Gorak Shep and then trek across rugged glacial terrain to Everest Base Camp. Return to Gorak Shep for the night.
Climb Kala Patthar before sunrise for outstanding views of Mount Everest, Nuptse, Pumori and the surrounding peaks. Descend to Gorak Shep and continue toward Dzongla.
Start early for the challenging Cho La crossing. Trek across rocky terrain and potentially icy sections before descending toward Thagnak.
Cross the Ngozumpa Glacier and continue toward the beautiful Gokyo Valley. Reach Gokyo village beside the turquoise glacial lakes.
Climb Gokyo Ri early in the morning for panoramic views of Everest, Cho Oyu, Lhotse, Makalu and the surrounding Gokyo Lakes. Return to Gokyo and spend the afternoon exploring the valley.
Begin early for the final high-pass crossing. Climb toward Renjo La, enjoy panoramic views over the Gokyo Valley and descend toward Lungden.
Descend through the quieter western side of the Khumbu region, passing traditional settlements before returning to Namche Bazaar.
Descend through suspension bridges and villages, follow the Dudh Koshi Valley and complete the final climb to Lukla.
Take the morning flight back to Kathmandu and transfer to your hotel. Enjoy free time for rest, shopping or optional sightseeing.
Transfer to Tribhuvan International Airport according to your international flight schedule, concluding the Everest Three Passes Trek.
Hotel accommodation in Kathmandu and locally operated tea houses or mountain lodges throughout the Everest Three Passes route.
Private airport transfers and domestic flights between Kathmandu and Lukla. All travel within the Everest Region is primarily completed by trekking on foot.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner are provided during trekking days. Tea houses generally serve dal bhat, noodles, soups, pasta, rice dishes, potatoes, eggs and other locally available trekking meals.
Helpful answers before you plan this journey.
The Everest Three Passes Trek is very challenging because it involves long trekking days, high altitude and three demanding mountain passes. Strong physical fitness and previous trekking experience are highly recommended.
The route crosses Kongma La, Cho La and Renjo La, linking the major valleys of the Everest Region.
Yes. The itinerary includes both Everest Base Camp and the sunrise viewpoint at Kala Patthar.
The highest planned point is Kala Patthar at approximately 5,545 meters, closely followed by Kongma La at approximately 5,535 meters.
Yes. The trek passes through Gokyo village and includes time to explore the Gokyo Lakes and climb Gokyo Ri.
March to May and September to November are generally the preferred periods because the high passes are more likely to have manageable trekking conditions and clearer mountain views.
Previous multi-day trekking and high-altitude experience are strongly recommended because this route is significantly more demanding than a standard Everest Base Camp itinerary.
Comprehensive travel insurance covering high-altitude trekking, medical treatment, trip interruption and emergency helicopter evacuation is strongly recommended.
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