Everest Three High Passes Trek

Itinerary

• Day 01FLY TO LUKLA-TREK TO PHAKDING (2652M/4-5HRS)

  This morning catches the early morning scenic flight to Lukla. Upon arrival meet our trek crew and proceed along the banks of the Dudh Koshi river through pine forests and crossing several suspension bridges to Phakding. The first part of the journey is a gradual downhill hike and then a steep uphill trek. Overnight in Phakding.

• Day 02PHAKDING TO NAMCHE BAZAAR (3440M/6HRS)

  The trail passes through evergreen forests of pine and rhododendron north up the Benkar valley crossing the Dudh Koshi to Monjo village. This small settlement of Monjo serves as the gateway to the Sagarmatha National Park, Sagarmatha National Park is home to several species of Himalayan flora and fauna. After crossing the suspension bridge, our trail winds up past the settlements of Jorsalle alongside the Dudh Koshi and the Bhote Koshi river. From here it is a steep uphill hike of about 2 hrs to Namche Bazaar, the biggest town in the Everest region. Overnight in Namche Bazaar.

• Day 03NAMCHE BAZAAR (ACCLIMATIZATION DAY)

  This day is reserved for acclimatization, as you ascend higher it is necessary to adapt your body with the surrounding atmosphere. There are several options how you would like to spend the day, you can either hike to the Everest View Hotel passing across Syangboche airstrip which provides stunning view of Mt. Everest and the surrounding Himalayan peaks. You also have the option to take a day hike to Khumjung or Thame village, this hike helps you to adjust and adapt with the altitude gain. Overnight in Namche Bazaar.

• Day 04NAMCHE BAZAAR- TENGBOCHE (3860M/5-6HRS)

  Today’s trek goes through the most scenic route, the trail goes past the Imja Khola through rhododendron-laden hamlets and emerald pastures with majestic view of peaks like the Mt. Everest, Mt. Nuptse, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Ama Dablam and Thamserku all along the way to Tengboche. Tengboche houses the Tengboche monastery, the largest monastery in the Khumbu region. Overnight in Tengboche.

• Day 05TENGBOCHE-DINGBOCHE (4410M/5HRS)

  Our trail descends and passes through lush forests of birch, conifer and rhododendron trees to the tiny hamlet of Debuche. After crossing several suspension bridges we arrive at the next settlement of Pangboche, from here we will find a remarkable change in the vegetation, the mountain vegetation changes to short bushy alpine vegetation. Upon reaching Dingboche, we can relax and enjoy the breathtaking views of the Amadablam peaks that tower over the village. Overnight Dingboche.

• Day 06DINGBOCHE-CHHUKUNG (4730M/3-HRS)

  Most trekkers spend a day acclimatizing at Dingboche instead we will continue to Chhukung to avoid the long walk the following day. Today’s walk is a short walk along the Imja river valley, passing several small settlements with amazing 360° view of the surrounding mountains. On arrival check in to your lodge and later if you wish you can take a short acclimatization hike to the Chhukung Ri (2-3hrs round trip). Overnight in Chhukung.

• Day 07CHHUKUNG-KONGMA LA (5535M)-LOBUCHE (7-8HRS)

  Today you will cross our first pass, the Kongma la pass. The first of our three high passes, it is steep uphill climb through the landslide area until the grassy hill. From here it is somewhat a gradual walk and then a steep climb up to the ridge and to a huge lake and then the last part of the journey is steep uphill. Kongma La pass provided the most spectacular view of Mt. Lothse, Nuptse, Amadablam, Makalu, etc., Descend down to the base and climb up the moraine and walk through the Khumbu glacier to Lobuche. Overnight in Lobuche.

• Day 08GORAKSHEP-EVEREST BASE CAMP-GORAKSHEP(5364m / 7-8HRS)

  Today is one of the most anticipated day of the trek. You head towards Gorakshep, the last human settlement we encounter on the way to EBC. Lunch at Gorakshep, after lunch we hike alongside the Khumbu glacier moraine towards the base camp. Upon reaching the base camp, you can see the glacier and the close up view of Nuptse, Khumbutse and others. After spending some time at the base camp, return back to Gorakshep for overnight. Overnight in Gorakshep.

• Day 09GOREKHSHEP - KALAPATTHAR (5550M) -DZONGLA (3810M / 7 TO 8 HRS)

  This is the climax of our trip, the day begins with an early morning hike to see the sunshine view over the region from Kalapatthar. Kalapatthar provides the best panoramic views of the Everest, Nuptse and the entire Everest range. After enjoying the breath-taking views, trek back to Gorakshep for breakfast and then descend to Dzongla. Overnight in Dzongla.

• Day 10DZONGLA-CHO LA PASS-THAGNAK KHARKA (4750M/7-8 HRS)

  Today you have a tough day, we shall cross the 2nd of our passes the Cho la pass. Start early transversing through Dzongla towards the pass. The trek begins with a gradual hike and gets tougher and steeper as you near the pass. After crossing the Chola pass you will descend to Thangnak Kharka, where you halt for the night. Overnight in Thangnak Kharka.

• Day 11THANGNAK-GOKYO-GOKYO RI (5,357M / 2 HRS)

  Today’s hike is along the glacial moraines across the Ngozumpa glacier, the largest glacier in Nepal. As you cross over, the view of the second Gokyo lake comes in sight, Gokyo village stands by the third lake with Cho-Oyu at the backdrop. After lunch, you may explore Gokyo RI & around the Gokyo lakes. Overnight in Gokyo.

• Day 12GOKYO - RENJOLA PASS - MARLUNG (4210M/ 6-7 HRS)

  Today you will cross the last of the three passes, the Renjo La pass. Thi­s is one of the easiest passes in comparison to other two passes and also the most scenic in term of view. From the summit you can view Mount Everest, Mount Makalu, Mount Lhotse and settlement around the third Gokyo Lake. Overnight in Marlung.

• Day 13TREK TO THAME (3800M/4HRS)

  Today you trek down to Thame, following the old trade route. The trail is quite scenic with the view of the mountains such as Thamserku, Katenga, Kusum Kangguru etc along the way and reach the Sherpa village of Thame. Overnight in Thame.

• Day 14THAME-NAMCHE BAZAAR (3,440m / 4HRS)

  Continue your trek downhill to Namche Bazaar passing across Thamo and Samde villages and arrive at Namche Bazaar. Overnight in Namche Bazaar.

• Day 15NAMCHE BAZAAR-LUKLA (2,840m / 6HRS)

  Today is the last day of your trek, the hike is and mostly downhill except for a few uphill climbs. Descend down to the Bhote Koshi river and then it is a short uphill hike to Lukla. Overnight in Lukla.

• Day 16LUKLA-KATHMANDU. (1400m)

  Bid farewell to the spectacular Khumbu region and board the morning flight to Kathmandu. Upon arrival transfer to your hotel and rest of the afternoon is free to rest and relax or pursue your own interest. Overnight in Kathmandu.