Trip Information:
The Everest Three Passes Trek is one of the most adventurous and comprehensive trekking routes in the Everest region, designed for serious trekkers looking to experience everything the Khumbu has to offer. This circuit takes you over three challenging high-altitude passes — Kongma La (5,535m), Cho La (5,420m), and Renjo La (5,360m) — linking the major valleys of Imja, Gokyo, and Khumbu.
Along the way, trekkers visit legendary landmarks such as Everest Base Camp, Kala Patthar, and the stunning Gokyo Lakes, while enjoying panoramic views of Mount Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, Cho Oyu, Ama Dablam, and more.
This trek is ideal for those seeking a physically demanding and visually rewarding journey, packed with cultural richness, alpine beauty, and thrilling high passes.
Highlights:
- Cross the three highest trekking passes in the Everest region: Kongma La, Cho La & Renjo La
- Visit iconic sites like Everest Base Camp, Kala Patthar, and Gokyo Lakes
- Jaw-dropping views of Everest (8,848m), Lhotse, Makalu, Cho Oyu, Ama Dablam, and more
- Explore the traditional Sherpa villages of Namche, Thame, Gokyo, and Dingboche
- Experience Sagarmatha National Park’s diverse flora and fauna
- A challenging circuit for seasoned trekkers wanting the ultimate Everest experience
- Combination of alpine adventure, cultural immersion, and glacier crossings
Day 01 :
Arrive in Kathmandu
- Elevation: 1,350m (4,429ft)
- Activity: Arrive in Kathmandu, transfer to hotel (30-minute drive)
- Accommodation: Hotel in Kathmandu
Day 02 :
Fly to Lukla, Trek to Phakding
- Elevation: Kathmandu (1,350m/4,429ft) → Lukla (2,800m/9,186ft) → Phakding (2,610m/8,563ft)
- Activity: 35-minute flight to Lukla, trek to Phakding (9km, 3 hours)
- Distance: 9km
- Duration: 3 hours
- Accommodation: Lodge in Phakding
Day 03 :
Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar
- Elevation: Phakding (2,610m/8,563ft) → Namche Bazaar (3,440m/11,286ft)
- Activity: Trek to Namche Bazaar (9.5km, 6-7 hours)
- Distance: 9.5km
- Duration: 6-7 hours
- Accommodation: Lodge in Namche Bazaar
Day 04 :
Trek from Namche Bazaar to Khumjung
- Elevation: Namche Bazaar (3,440m/11,286ft) → Khumjung (3,790m/12,434ft)
- Activity: Trek to Khumjung (6.6km, 3-4 hours)
- Distance: 6.6km
- Duration: 3-4 hours
- Accommodation: Lodge in Khumjung
Day 05 :
Trek from Khumjung to Pangboche via Tengboche
- Elevation: Khumjung (3,790m/12,434ft) → Tengboche (3,867m/12,687ft) → Pangboche (4,000m/13,123ft)
- Activity: Trek to Pangboche via Tengboche (9km, 5 hours)
- Distance: 9km
- Duration: 5 hours
- Accommodation: Lodge in Pangboche
Day 06 :
Trek from Pangboche to Chhukung via Dingboche
- Elevation: Pangboche (4,000m/13,123ft) → Dingboche (4,410m/14,469ft) → Chhukung (4,710m/15,453ft)
- Activity: Trek to Chhukung via Dingboche (12km, 4-5 hours)
- Distance: 12km
- Duration: 4-5 hours
- Accommodation: Lodge in Chhukung
Day 07 :
Acclimatization Day in Chhukung
- Elevation: Chhukung (4,710m/15,453ft), hike to Chhukung Ri (5,550m/18,209ft)
- Activity: Acclimatization day, hike to Chhukung Ri (3-4 hours)
- Duration: 3-4 hours
- Accommodation: Lodge in Chhukung
Day 08 :
Trek from Chhukung to Lobuche via Kongma La Pass
- Elevation: Chhukung (4,710m/15,453ft) → Kongma La Pass (5,540m/18,176ft) → Lobuche (4,900m/16,076ft)
- Activity: Trek to Lobuche via Kongma La Pass (11km, 7-9 hours)
- Distance: 11km
- Duration: 7-9 hours
- Accommodation: Lodge in Lobuche
Day 09 :
Trek from Lobuche to Everest Base Camp, Return to Gorak Shep
- Elevation: Lobuche (4,900m/16,076ft) → Everest Base Camp (5,364m/17,598ft) → Gorak Shep (5,140m/16,864ft)
- Activity: Trek to Everest Base Camp, return to Gorak Shep (15km, 7-8 hours)
- Distance: 15km
- Duration: 7-8 hours
- Accommodation: Lodge in Gorak Shep
Day 10 :
Climb Kala Patthar, Trek to Dzongla
- Elevation: Gorak Shep (5,140m/16,864ft) → Kala Patthar (5,545m/18,192ft) → Dzongla (4,830m/15,846ft)
- Activity: Early morning climb to Kala Patthar, trek to Dzongla (16km, 7-8 hours)
- Distance: 16km
- Duration: 7-8 hours
Day 11 :
Trek from Dzongla to Thangnak via Cho La Pass
- Elevation: Dzongla (4,830m/15,846ft) → Cho La Pass (5,420m/17,782ft) → Thangnak (4,700m/15,420ft)
- Activity: Trek to Thangnak via Cho La Pass (9.5km, 6-7 hours)
- Distance: 9.5km
- Duration: 6-7 hours
- Accommodation: Lodge in Thangnak
Day 12 :
Trek from Thangnak to Gokyo Lake
- Elevation: Thangnak (4,700m/15,420ft) → Gokyo Lake (4,790m/15,715ft)
- Activity: Trek to Gokyo Lake (4.5km, 3 hours)
- Distance: 4.5km
- **Duration]: 3 hours
- Accommodation: Lodge in Gokyo
Day 13 :
Acclimatization Day, Climb Gokyo Ri
- Elevation: Gokyo Lake (4,790m/15,715ft), climb to Gokyo Ri (5,360m/17,593ft)
- Activity: Acclimatization day, early morning climb to Gokyo Ri (4km round trip, 3 hours)
- Distance: 4km
- Duration: 3 hours
- Accommodation: Lodge in Gokyo
Day 14 :
Trek from Gokyo to Lungden via Renjo La Pass
- Elevation: Gokyo (4,790m/15,715ft) → Renjo La Pass (5,360m/17,588ft) → Lungden (4,330m/14,209ft)
- Activity: Trek to Lungden via Renjo La Pass (12km, 6-8 hours)
- Distance: 12km
- Duration: 6-8 hours
- Accommodation: Lodge in Lungden
Day 15 :
Trek from Lungden to Namche Bazaar via Thame
- Elevation: Lungden (4,330m/14,209ft) → Thame (3,790m/12,434ft) → Namche Bazaar (3,440m/11,286ft)
- Activity: Trek to Namche Bazaar via Thame (19km, 7 hours)
- Distance: 19km
- Duration: 7 hours
- Accommodation: Lodge in Namche Bazaar
Day 16 :
Trek from Namche Bazaar to Lukla
- Elevation: Namche Bazaar (3,440m/11,286ft) → Lukla (2,860m/9,383ft)
- Activity: Trek to Lukla (18km, 7 hours)
- Distance: 18km
- Duration: 7 hours
- Accommodation: Lodge in Lukla
Day 17 :
Fly from Lukla to Kathmandu
- Elevation: Lukla (2,860m/9,383ft) → Kathmandu (1,350m/4,429ft)
- Activity: 35-minute flight from Tenzing-Hillary Airport (Lukla) to Kathmandu
- Accommodation: Hotel in Kathmandu