Most Popular-Everest Three Passes Trek
Everest Three Passes Trek is called the ultimate Everest trek for a reason as this route offers one of the most exciting trekking experiences with an extra tinge of adventure about it. As it covers most of the Everest region with its circular route, it is no wonder, this is also termed as one of the most complete treks and one of the favorites among our recurring customers!
As the name suggests, it involves trekking through three high passes (over 5000m)- Renjo La, Cho La, and Kongma La and for that very reason, it is more challenging than other variations of trekking that the Everest region offers. The route covers most of the highlights of the Everest region and more. If you are seeking a complete Everest experience, are physically fit, and are willing to go towards a unique and challenging adventure then this is the right one for you!
Everest Three Passes Trek is one of the most challenging treks in the Khumbu region that will serve you a complete Khumbu experience with its majestic peaks, high passes, and authentic local culture in its purest form.
The reason why to Everest Three Passes Trek is Demanding-
This circular route traverses through Everest Base Camp (5364 m), a best vantage point to view Mt. Everest called Kalapatthar (5445 m), Gokyo Valley (4700m) (Gokyo blog), and surrounding lakes as well as Gokyo Ri ((5380 m), Ngozumpa Glacier (the longest glacier) and Khumbu Glacier (world’s highest glacier). Throughout the trail, you will be graced by the stunning views of Mt. Everest, Mt. Makalu-Makalu base camp trek, Mt. Cho Oyu, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Pumori, Mt. Nuptse, and last but not least, one of the most gracious Mt. Amadablam.
You will come across many ancient monasteries that are part and parcel of the way of life in this remote region of Nepal. Here, the religious belief and ways of life of locals mingle and intertwine and we will be lucky to witness it firsthand. The famed Sherpa people open up their hearts and minds to any visitors irrespective of their race, culture, caste, and creed and make you feel part of a whole by accepting you as one of their own for the brief moment you share your existence with them. Their unique language, traditional dresses, age-old traditions, rich delicious food, and drinks will leave a lasting imprint on the psyche of anyone who becomes part of this journey.
Moreover, if you would like to see other treks alternatives of the Everest region, you can visit the official tourism page of, Nepal Tourism Board.
How to start, Everest Three Passes Trek.
The Everest three passes trek begins with a short flight to Lukla from Kathmandu, the capital of Nepal. From there we head north towards Namche Bazzar and spend a day acclimatizing. Once we start our hike from there, we will encounter many Sherpa villages. These indigenous people have been living in these valleys and mountains for hundreds of years and Buddhist prayer stones, Gompas, prayer flags, and prayer wheels embellish the trails, for your delight. Once we ascend to the first of three passes- Renjo La (5,370m), we descend down to idyllic Gokyo Lakes and further to the village of Gokyo. We head further towards the second high pass- Cho La Pass (5,420m) before traversing through the all-famous, Everest base camp. The sight of mighty tall mountains will enchant you throughout your hike and it is more so true when you climb the famed Kala Patthar. After traversing the final of the Three Passes – Kongma La Pass (5,545m), we rejoin the classic Everest Base Camp Trek route, finally heading to Lukla for the conclusion of this wonderful trek.
Overview
Everest Three Passes Trek is one of the most challenging treks in the Khumbu region that will serve you a complete Khumbu experience with its majestic peaks, high passes, and authentic local culture in its purest form.
This circular route traverses through Everest Base Camp (5364 m), a best vantage point to view Mt. Everest called Kalapatthar (5445 m), Gokyo Valley (4700m) and surrounding lakes as well as Gokyo Ri ((5380 m), Ngozumpa Glacier (the longest glacier) and Khumbu Glacier (world’s highest glacier). Throughout the trail, you will be graced by the stunning views of Mt. Everest, Mt. Makalu, Mt. Cho Oyu, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Pumori, Mt. Nuptse, and last but not least, one of the most gracious Mt. Amadablam.
You will come across many ancient monasteries that are part and parcel of the way of life in this remote region of Nepal. Here, the religious belief and ways of life of locals mingle and intertwine and we will be lucky to witness it firsthand. The famed Sherpa people open up their hearts and minds to any visitors irrespective of their race, culture, caste, and creed and make you feel part of a whole by accepting you as one of their own for the brief moment you share your existence with them. Their unique language, traditional dresses, age-old traditions, rich culture, delicious food, and drinks will leave a lasting imprint on the psyche of anyone who becomes part of this journey.
The trek begins with a short flight to Lukla from Kathmandu, the capital of Nepal. From there we head north towards Namche Bazzar and spend a day acclimatizing. Once we start our hike from there, we will encounter many Sherpa villages. These indigenous people have been living in these valleys and mountains for hundreds of years and Buddhist prayer stones, Gompas, prayer flags, and prayer wheels embellish the trails, for your delight. Once we ascend to the first of three passes- Renjo La (5,370m), we descend down to idyllic Gokyo Lakes and further to the village of Gokyo. We head further towards the second high pass- Cho La Pass (5,420m) before traversing through the all-famous, Everest base camp. The sight of mighty tall mountains will enchant you throughout your hike and it is more so true when you climb the famed Kala Patthar. After traversing the final of the Three Passes – Kongma La Pass (5,545m), we rejoin the classic Everest Base Camp Trek route, finally heading to Lukla for the conclusion of this wonderful trek.