Altitude: 1, 400 m / 4, 594 ft.
Night stay: In a Hotel in Thamel, Kathmandu.

When you arrive in the historic city of Kathmandu, we will pick you up at the airport and transport you to the hotel. Today, we will have a briefing season about the forthcoming trip and the Three passes trek itinerary at We Ramblers, where our representative will explain your next plan and you will meet the support team. After the briefing season, you are free for the day to go shopping for the hike or visit nearby attractions.

Altitude of Lukla: 2, 860 m / 9,383 ft.
Altitude of Phakding: 2, 652 m / 8, 700 ft.
Flight Duration to Lukla: 35 minutes.
Distance to cover: 7.8 kilometres.
Trekking duration to Phakding: 3 hours.
Night stay: In a tea house in Phakding.

Today, we’ll check out early and head to the airport for our trip to Lukla. This is a one-of-a-kind flying experience on a tiny 18-seater plane commonly utilized in these mountains. The overall flight time will be approximately 30 minutes. You’ll see some spectacular views of snow-capped mountains and the Himalayan Ranges. Landing at this tiny airstrip in Lukla is an exciting experience. Our full support staff will greet you at the airport, and as highlighted in our Everest high passes trek itinerary, they will be with you for the next sixteen days. We will go from the airport to our Lukla hotel, where you can enjoy a small meal or freshen up before continuing on to Phakding. Today’s hike is a short downhill journey past picturesque villages, monasteries, and Buddhist stupas. We’ll be crossing the first hanging bridge on our journey.

The flight to Lukla will depart from Kathmandu or Ramechhap, depending on the aircraft’s operations. If the flight to Lukla operates from Ramechhap, we must travel to Ramechhap airport, which is 150 kilometers from Kathmandu and takes 4.5 hours to reach by vehicle.

Altitude of Namche Bazaar: 3, 440 m / 11, 286 ft.
Distance to cover: 10.7 kilometres.
Trekking duration to Namche Bazaar: 6 to 7 hours.
Night stay: In a tea house in Namche Bazaar.

We will begin our journey after breakfast, and it will take us around 6 to 7 hours to reach Namche Bazaar. The Everest Three Passes trek itinerary includes the walking trail from Phakding to Monjo that follow the Dudh Koshi River, passing through various villages. Monjo is the Sagarmatha National Park’s entry point; all of our permits are checked here before we proceed. After Monjo, we proceed to Jorsale, the last settlement before Namche Bazaar. We shall eat lunch at Jorsale because nothing else will be available after this point.

Today We will cross roughly 5 hanging bridges before reaching Namche. After some distance from Phakding, we will get the first significant snowcapped mountain view of Mt. Thamserku from the village of Benkar. After lunch at Jorsale, we will travel some distance along the Dudhkoshi riverbed before ascending to the famed dual hanging bridges. As we move forward with Everest high pass trekking, we will cross the bridge via the second bridge, which is large and very high. After crossing the bridge, the entire trail is uphill till we reach Namche Bazaar. After the hanging bridge, there is nothing until you reach a resting area, where you will find public restrooms and, if the weather is clear, your first view of Mount Everest. After the rest stop, we will go to the Namche checkpoint and then enter Namche village, where we will climb numerous steps before arriving at our accommodation.

Altitude of Khumjung: 3, 790 m / 12, 430 ft.
Distance to cover: 2.7 kilometres.
Trekking Duration: 2 to 3 hours.
Night stay: In a tea house in Khumjung.

Today we will first visit the Namche Museum, which is located above Namche Bazaar and has a spectacular view of many major mountain peaks such as Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Ama Dablam, Thamserku, Kusum Kangaru, Kongde, and others. This location also houses a large statue of Tenzing Norgay. After Namche Museum, we will climb uphill to Syangboche airfield, then slowly rise to Sherpa Panorama Lodge, passing Sagarmatha Next Himalayan Museum along the way. The trail is flat from the Sherpa Panorama Lodge to the renowned Everest View Hotel. This route provides a wonderful views of Everest, Lhotse, and Ama Dablam.

The Everest View Hotel lies at the trail’s dead end, and from there, the trail turns left through the rhododendron forests till we reach the entrance to Khumjung village. Khumjung is the largest Sherpa village in Nepal and the largest in this region; we travel through half of the village before arriving at our accommodation.

After arriving at our tea house in Khumjung, you will freshen up, eat lunch, and then visit Khumjung monastery, which is famous for its Yeti Skull. The vista from this village is stunning, with a great view of the holy Khumbila mountain standing tall on the outskirts. Amadabalam, Thamserku, Kusum Kangaru, Kangteka, Kongde, Tabutse, and other massive mountains are clearly seen, in addition to Khumbila.

Altitude of Thame: 3, 800 m / 12, 467 ft.
Distance to cover: 8 kilometres.
Trekking Duration: 5 to 6 hours.
Night stay: In a tea house in Thame.

This will be a moderate walk to Thame, where Tenzing Norgay spent his childhood. On this trail, to your right, you will have a beautiful view of Kongde Mountain. On your way to Thame, you’ll pass through various villages, little streams, and stunning monasteries. We shall cross the river on an iron bridge near Thame. The huge Bhotekoshi River rushes at high speeds and will be a beautiful sight from this bridge. After arriving at today’s accommodation, we have the day at leisure to explore this lovely village.

Altitude of Lumde: 4, 137 m / 13, 573 ft.
Distance to cover: 9.5 kilometres.
Trekking Duration: 5 to 6 hours.
Night stay: In a tea house in Lumde.

Another day of moderate trekking to Lumde/ Lungdhen. As with yesterday, this track follows the Bhotekoshi River till it reaches Lumde. We’ll go past the lovely sherpa village of Taranga and the Marlung. Marlun has a few lodging alternatives along this trail. The surprising element is that these settlements always appear uninhabited, with all of the houses seemingly abandoned. After Marlung village, we’ll cross the river to Lumde. Lumde is not a permanent village; it is only a settlement for hikers with various tea houses.

Altitude of Renjola Pass: 5, 465 m / 17, 929 ft.
Altitude of Gokyo: 4, 800 m / 15, 748 ft.
Distance to cover: 11.4 kilometres.
Trekking Duration: 7 to 8 hours.
Night stay: In a tea house in Gokyo.

Unlike the previous two days, this will be a difficult day of trekking as we cross the Renjo La Pass. The trail from Lumde is primarily inclined, then becomes moderate for a period before fully ascending to the summit of Renjo La Pass.

The trail to Renjo La Pass is relatively long, and it is uneven in some places. We will cross three lakes along the way, the first two of which are minor. Angladumba Tso Lake, located directly before Renjo La, is the third and largest lake. As we cross the third lake, we enter the most difficult phase of the walk. To reach the summit of Renjo La Pass, we’ll need to climb several stone stairs.

The view from the Renjo La pass is just spectacular. The mountain pass provides a clear view of Mt. Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, Cho Oyu, Gyachung Kang, and several other high peaks in a straight line. You can also enjoy a stunning view of the third Gokyo Lake and the Gokyo village. After spending some time on the summit, we will descend on a steep trail and head towards the Gokyo. The last section of the route is on Gokyo Ri and runs alongside the third Gokyo lake; the experience of walking above the lake is enjoyable since the views are truly breathtaking. Our current accommodation is on the bank of the third Gokyo Lake, which is the largest of the lakes; the locals call it Dudh Pokhri, which translates to Milk Lake.

Altitude of 5th Gokyo Lake: 5, 000 m / 16, 404 ft.
Distance to cover: 10 kilometres.
Trekking Duration: 6 to 7 hours.

Today we will visit the fifth Gokyo Lakes, which are located near Mount Cho Oyu and offer beautiful views of the enormous Ngozumpe Glacier. On our route to the fifth lake, we will pass by the fourth Gokyo lake, which is only a 15-minute walk from our lodging. After the fourth lake, we have to trek for around 2.5 hours to the fifth lake.

The 5th Gokyo Lakes provide a complete top-to-bottom vista of Mount Everest; apart from this point, no other location on the trip provides a full view of Everest. Because of the close vicinity, you can get a spectacular view of Mount Cho Oyu and Gyachung Kang. After spending some time at the 5th lake and seeing some of the best views of our planet, we will return to our accommodation, which will take approximately 3 hours. Don’t forget to gaze back at the orange sunset view of Mount Cho Oyu.

Altitude of Gokyo Ri: 5, 357 m / 17, 575 ft.
Altitude of Thagnak: 4, 750 m / 15 ,580 ft.
Distance to cover: 7.8 kilometres.
Trekking Duration: 7 to 8 hours.
Night stay: In a tea house in Thangnak.

We’ll start early for the trek to Gokyo Ri. From the summit, you can see the most prominent mountain summits in a straight line. Gokyo Ri offers views of Mount Cho Oyu, Gyachung Kang, Pumori, Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Makalu, and numerous more peaks. The views of the third, second, and first Gokyo lakes, as well as the Ngozumpa glacier, are breathtaking from the summit.

After spending some time at the peak of Gokyo Ri, we will return to our lodge via the return trail, which provides wonderful views of the lakes below. After arriving at the lodge, we will begin our trek to Thangnak. The initial trail to Thangnak runs alongside the third lake, then ascends to the Ngozumpa Glacier wall before descending to the glacier. After we reach the glacier, the trail winds through the moraines, with several ups and downs until we reach the glacier’s opposite end. This section is a little challenging because when the glacier moves, the path disappears, thus there is no permanent trail on the glacier. Always follow the guide’s instructions and use caution when crossing this section. Once we’ve crossed the glacier, the majority of the trail is simple until we arrive at our current accommodation.

Altitude of Chola Pass: 5, 368 m / 17,611 ft.
Altitude of Dzongla/Zongla: 4, 830 m / 15, 850 ft.
Distance to cover: 9 kilometres.
Trekking Duration: 7 to 8 hours.
Night stay: In a tea house in Dzongla.

This is one of the most difficult days of our Everest High Pass trekking journey as we set out to traverse the massive Chola Pass. It is one of the highest mountain crossings in the Khumbu region. As a result, we should start early and allow ourselves ample time to go at our own pace. Once we cross Thanganak, the trail continues to ascend and follows the stream. The trail then crosses over rocks before becoming a hard climb to Chola Pass. Crossing the mountain has been easier in recent years thanks to appropriate steps to the summit; even on snow, it is safer to reach the top of Chola pass. The top of the pass is covered in prayer flags and is a popular spot for photography. The view of the Cho La Glacier, which is located immediately below, is breathtaking.

After spending some time on the pass, we’ll cross the Cho La Glacier. It is recommended to use caution as some areas may be slippery. While traversing this glacier, it is recommended that you wear shoes with microspikes. The distance is short, however it is an icy glacier that is not covered in moraines like Ngozumpa, so be cautious when walking. After the glacier, the trail descends completely for a distance before becoming flat until Zongla.

Altitude of Lobuche: 4, 940 m / 16, 207 ft.
Distance to cover: 6.4 kilometres.
Trekking Duration: 3 to 4 hours.
Night stay: In a tea house in Lobuche.

It will be a shorter and easier journey than the previous days. After leaving Zongla, we can see a wonderful view of Chola Tso Lake, which is on our right and is one of the most beautiful lakes in the region. The trail provides an excellent triangular view of Mount Ama Dablam. After a short way, the trail turns left and begins to descend into a flat valley; from here, you can see the Thukla pass memorials on your right side. After we descend into the valley, which resembles more of a riverbed, the trail is almost level until we arrive at our lodging in Lobuche.

Lobuche offers breathtaking views of Mount Nuptse, so don’t just relax after arriving at your tea house. Take a brief walk to the wall of the Khumbu glacier, which is only a few hundred meters from your teahouse. You can see the vast glacier as well as Nuptse, which is located directly across from it.

Altitude of Gorakshep: 5, 164 m / 16, 942 ft.
Altitude of Everest Base Camp: 5, 364 m / 17, 598 ft.
Distance to cover: 12.5 kilometres.
Trekking Duration: 9 to 10 hours.
Night stay: In a tea house in Gorakshep.

Today’s journey will be the longest, as we will first travel to Gorakshep, then visit Everest Base Camp before returning to Gorakshep. The trail begins easy and runs through a flat valley along the Khumbu glacier before becoming upward till we reach the Lobuche pass. After Lobuche Pass, the terrain is moderate until we reach the Khumbu glacier moraines. This portion of the Everest base camp 3 passes trek is a little difficult because there are so many ups and downs before we reach Gorakshep. Some of the stretches are steep, and others require crossing large stones; take caution, especially when a pony or yak crosses.

After arriving in Gorakshep, you should freshen up, pack your lunch, and fill your water bottles because there is nothing after this point. During the Everest base camp three passes trek/ Everest High Passes Trek, you will travel from Gorakshep to Everest Base Camp which takes about 3 hours to reach, and the most of the trail is on moraines with many ups and downs. Just before reaching base camp, you must descend to the glacier and walk across gigantic glacier holes, some of which are the size of large ponds. The Everest Base Camp is located near the end of the Khumbu glacier, with the beginning of the Khumbu Ice Fall visible just a stone’s throw away.

After arriving at the base camp, you will spend some time taking photographs and videos before returning. Mount Everest cannot be seen from this point since it is blocked by Mount Nuptse. Mount Nuptse and Mount Pumori offer tremendous views. The base camp is windy and cold, so we don’t want to spend too much time there; once we conclude our celebration, we’ll return to our lodging in Gorakshep. The return travel takes around 2.5 to 3 hours.

Altitude of Kala Patthar Summit: 5, 644 m / 18, 519 ft.
Altitude of Lobuche: 4, 940 m / 16,207 ft.
Distance to cover: 9 kilometres.
Trekking Duration: 6 to 7 hours.
Night stay: In a tea house in Lobuche.

Today we climb to Mount Kalapatthar, which provides the best view of Everest. After we leave our tea house, the trail is flat and follows the dried lake bed of Gorakshep. After crossing the dried lake, the Kalapatthar uphill climb begins. The first section of the ascent is somewhat steep, but the trail gradually ascends. The trail provides a beautiful view of Nuptse, Everest, Pumori, Khumbu Glacier, and Khumbu Ice Fall. The final section of the peak leads across large stones till you get at the summit.

The Kalaptthar top offers a spectacular view of Mount Everest. From the top, you can see numerous enormous peaks, as well as the entire Khumbu glacier. After spending some time at the top of Kalapatthar, we will begin our descent to Gorakshep. The descent from Kalapatthar to Gorakshep takes roughly 1 to 1.5 hours and is rather simple.

After arriving at our tea house, we will begin our return trek to Lobuche. The walk to Lobuche is easy because you are losing height. It takes 2 hours to get to Lobuche at an easy pace.

Altitude of Kongma La Pass: 5, 535 m / 18, 159 ft.
Altitude of Chhukung village: 4, 750 m / 15, 580 ft.
Distance to cover: 10.5 kilometres.
Trekking Duration: 7 to 8 hours.
Night stay: In a tea house in Chhukung.

Today we will begin early because we will be traversing the last and most formidable mountain pass, Kongma La. It is also the most difficult mountain pass we will have to cross on our journey. The Kongma La pass is seen from Lobuche and may appear to be easy to trek, but once you start, you’ll comprehend the difficulty.

To begin, we will hike the Khumbu Glacier wall and descend to it, then cross the glacier via a moraine-covered trail. The trail will have multiple ups and downs as we pass the Khumbu Glacier. Once we pass the glacier, as shown on the Three passes trek map, we will have a complete uphill walk to the top of the Kongma La. While hiking, we will have spectacular views of Chola Pass on the other side. The final stretch to reach Kongma La is really challenging. It is urged that you use caution on this trail because there is a risk of slipping on the screes.

The sights from atop the pass are sure to astonish you. You will have a spectacular view of Mt Lhotse, Makalu, Shartse, Island Peak, Ama Dablam, and many more. There is a nice lake right under the pass.

After spending some time in the pass, we’ll begin our descent to Chhukung. It is recommended that you proceed with caution when descending from the Kongma La because the descent is severe for a shorter distance. After we descend from Kongma La, we will have a complete downhill journey up to Chhukung Village. The views of the Lhotse Wall are breathtaking. The descent to Chhukung is long. The view of Mount Ama Dablam is huge and stunning from the trail leading up to Chhukung; in fact, this trail provides the greatest view of the mountain.

Altitude of Chhukung Ri: 5,546 m / 18, 192 ft.
Altitude of Pangboche: 3,985 m / 13,074 ft.
Distance to cover: 16 kilometres.
Trekking Duration: 8 to 9 hours.
Night stay: In a tea house in Pangboche.

Today is the final and most important day of our Everest 3 High Pass trekking expedition; we will wake up early and begin our climb to Chhukung Ri. Chhukung Ri is a peak near Chhukung Village. The trek is similar to Kalapatthar, but more rocky. The approach to the summit is steep and rocky.

From the summit of Chhukung Ri, you can get the most spectacular perspective of the massive wall of Lhotse in its entirety; this vista is truly exceptional throughout the journey. Aside from Lhotse, you will have a panoramic view of Mount Makalu, Shartse, Ama Dablam, Imja Tse, Nuptse, Makalu, Lhotse, Cholaste, Tabuche peak, Kantega peak, Thamserku, and Baruntse. Mount Everest isn’t visible from here.

After spending some time on the peak of Chhukung Ri, we will descend to Chukung village for about 2 hours, eat a light meal, and begin our journey to Pangboche village. The trail is easy after Chhukung village and rather flat in Imja Valley. We will pass via Dingboche and Shomare villages before arriving in Pangboche. Pangboche is one of the largest Sherpa villages in the zone, and the views of Everest, Lhotse, and Ama Dablam are breathtaking from here.

Altitude of Namche Bazaar: 3, 438 m / 11, 280 ft.
Distance to cover: 14 kilometres.
Trekking Duration: 6 to 7 hours.
Night stay: In a tea house in Namche Bazaar.

Today’s trip will be moderate; after leaving Pangboche village, we’ll cross the river on a hanging bridge to Debuche, followed by a short uphill journey to the Tengboche Monastery grounds. We will spend some time here so that you can visit the largest monastery in the Khumbu region. This is a magnificent spot, not only because of the architecture of the monastery, but also because of the breathtaking views all around.

After Tengboche, the trail goes completely downhill till Phungi Thanga; the majority of the trail is made up of stone steps, which are tiring to descend. We’ll have lunch here in Phungi Thanga. After lunch, we will begin our final trip to Namche Bazaar. The walk to Namche Bazaar is moderate, with only a short uphill climb outside Phungi Thanga before becoming moderate till reaching Namche via Kyangjuma village.

Altitude of Lukla: 2, 860 m / 9,383 ft.
Distance to cover: 18.5 kilometres.
Trekking Duration: 6 to 7 hours.
Night stay: In a tea house in Lukla.

Today is the last day of our journey, and we will return to Lukla along the same route we took to get here. We will stop for lunch in Phakding before continuing on to Lukla. The trek is moderate, with only a short stretch beyond Phakding that may be considered hard. After arriving in Lukla, it’s time to celebrate and say thank you to your support team.

Altitude of Kathmandu: 1, 400 m / 4, 594 ft.
Travel Duration: 35 minutes by flight (if flight is operational from Ramechhap then you must travel by road to Kathmandu from Ramechhap and it takes 4.5 hours).
Night stay: In a hotel in Kathmandu.

Today, depending on air operations, we will fly to Ramechhap or Kathmandu. If we fly to Ramechhap, we’ll have to drive for another 4 to 5 hours to reach Kathmandu. After you arrive at our hotel, you will have the day at leisure. You can do some last-minute souvenir buying or relax in a neighboring cafe.

The final day of our spectacular trekking adventure has come to a conclusion, and you will return home with unforgettable memories. We will transport you to the airport for your onward journey.