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Mepali, English, Local Language
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Hotel And Tea House
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Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Overview
The Everest Three Passes Trek is the ultimate high-altitude adventure in Nepal’s Everest region, combining Everest Base Camp, Kala Patthar, Gokyo Lakes, Gokyo Ri, and three spectacular high mountain passes — Kongma La, Cho La and Renjo La.
This 19-day itinerary follows a spectacular circuit through the remote valleys of the Khumbu. After gradual acclimatization through Namche Bazaar, Tengboche and Dingboche, the trail heads toward Chhukung and crosses Kongma La (5,535 m), the highest of the three passes. The route then connects with Everest Base Camp before crossing Cho La (5,420 m) into the beautiful Gokyo Valley. After exploring Gokyo and climbing Gokyo Ri, the final challenge is Renjo La (5,360 m), followed by a descent through the peaceful Thame Valley.
The trek offers extraordinary views of Mount Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, Cho Oyu, Nuptse, Ama Dablam, Pumori and Cholatse, together with glaciers, turquoise alpine lakes, Buddhist monasteries and authentic Sherpa villages. Current route references commonly describe the full Three Passes circuit as an 18–21 day journey.
Everest Three Passes Trek Facts
| Trek Information | Details |
| Duration | 19 Days |
| Region | Everest / Khumbu Region |
| Trek Type | High-Altitude Circuit Trek |
| Difficulty | Very Challenging / Strenuous |
| Highest Point | Kala Patthar – approx. 5,545 m |
| Kongma La | 5,535 m / 18,159 ft |
| Cho La | 5,420 m / 17,782 ft |
| Renjo La | 5,360 m / 17,585 ft |
| Everest Base Camp | 5,364 m / 17,598 ft |
| Gokyo Ri | approx. 5,357 m |
| Starting Point | Lukla |
| Ending Point | Lukla |
| Accommodation | Teahouse / Lodge |
| Walking Duration | Approx. 5–9 hours per day |
| Best Seasons | March–May & September–December |
| Group Type | Private / Small and Big Groups |
| Main Highlights | 3 High Passes, EBC, Kala Patthar, Gokyo Lakes & Gokyo Ri |
The three pass elevations are generally given as approximately 5,535 m for Kongma La, 5,420 m for Cho La and 5,360 m for Renjo La.
Some Highlights
- Cross Kongma La – 5,535 m , Cross Cho La – 5,420 m , Cross Renjo La – 5,360 m
- • Reach Everest Base Camp – 5,364 m
- Sunrise from Kala Patthar
- • Hike to Gokyo Ri – approx. 5,357 m
- Experience the famous Lukla mountain flight
- • Explore the remote Thame Valley
- Views of Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, Cho Oyu, Ama Dablam, Nuptse and Pumori
- Experience traditional Sherpa villages
- Visit Tengboche Monastery
- Walk beside the Ngozumpa Glacier
- Explore the spectacular Gokyo Lakes
- • Hike to Gokyo Ri – approx. 5,357 m
