Everest Three Passes Trek

Our dedicated team members will greet you at Tribhuvan International Airport and transfer you to your hotel in Kathmandu. After check-in, our guide will provide a brief orientation session about your trek and answer any questions you may have. We offer assistance with any last-minute gear purchases at local shops and will handle all logistics for your stay.

• Free time to explore the bustling streets of Thamel
• Visit nearby temples or simply rest after your flight
• For energetic travelers: Quick visit to Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple)
• Enjoy panoramic views of Kathmandu Valley
• Catch your first glimpse of the distant Himalayan peaks

After breakfast at your hotel, our cultural guide will take you on a guided tour of Kathmandu's UNESCO World Heritage sites. We'll organize your trekking permits and conduct a comprehensive gear check to ensure you're fully prepared. In the evening, we'll host a welcome dinner featuring authentic Nepali cuisine where you'll meet your trekking guide and fellow travelers.

• Perfect blend of cultural immersion and trek preparation
• Explore UNESCO World Heritage sites: Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhanath Stupa, and Patan Durbar Square
• Gain insights into Nepal's rich cultural heritage
• Acclimatize to the local timezone and environment
• Listen to fascinating stories about the mountains from our experienced guides
• Mental preparation for the adventure ahead

We'll arrange your early morning transfer to the domestic airport and assist with check-in for the scenic flight to Lukla. Upon landing, our team will organize breakfast at a local teahouse while porters prepare the luggage distribution. Our experienced guide will lead you on a gentle trek to Phakding, carefully monitoring your pace and well-being throughout.

• Begin your mountain adventure with a thrilling 35-minute flight to Lukla
• Enjoy spectacular aerial views of the Himalayas
• Land at the famous Tenzing-Hillary Airport (2,860m)
• Trek downhill along the beautiful Dudh Koshi River valley
• Wind through pine forests and cross suspension bridges adorned with prayer flags
• Pass mani walls and small Sherpa villages
• Experience your first taste of authentic Sherpa culture

Following breakfast, our team will prepare a nutritious packed lunch for the day's journey. Your guide will carefully monitor the pace, ensuring proper acclimatization as you gain significant elevation. We'll help you check into your accommodation in Namche Bazaar and provide evening briefings about acclimatization strategies and the next day's itinerary.

• Experience one of the most picturesque yet challenging sections of the trek
• Cross several suspension bridges, including the famous Hillary Bridge
• Enter Sagarmatha National Park at Monjo checkpoint
• Follow the powerful Dudh Koshi River
• Ascend steeply through pine forests to Namche Bazaar
• Arrive at the horseshoe-shaped village, gateway to the high Himalayas
• Enjoy your first magical view of Mt. Everest peeking above the Lhotse-Nuptse ridge

Our team arranges a carefully planned acclimatization schedule, including a morning hike to higher elevations. We'll organize a visit to the Sherpa Culture Museum and provide detailed information about altitude sickness prevention. Our guides remain available throughout the day for questions and will conduct evening health checks to ensure everyone is adapting well to the altitude.

• Follow the mountaineering principle of "climb high, sleep low"
• Embark on a day hike to either the Everest View Hotel (3,880m) or Khumjung village
• Enjoy stunning panoramas of Everest, Ama Dablam, Thamserku, and other peaks
• Explore Namche's markets, bakeries, and cafes in the afternoon
• Shop for any last-minute trekking supplies
• Observe the fascinating blend of traditional Sherpa culture with modern influences
• Rest and prepare for the challenging Three Passes trek ahead

After breakfast, our team will brief you on the day's trek along the less-traveled western trail. Your guide will share insights about the historic trading route to Tibet and point out significant landmarks. We'll arrange comfortable accommodation in Thame and organize a visit to the local monastery, providing cultural context about this important Sherpa settlement.

• Begin the Three Passes route by heading west from Namche
• Follow an ancient trading route that once connected Nepal and Tibet
• Enjoy spectacular views of Kongde Ri, Thamserku, and Kusum Kanguru
• Trek through pine forests and traditional Sherpa villages
• Visit Thame, birthplace of Tenzing Norgay Sherpa (first to summit Everest with Edmund Hillary)
• Explore the 16th-century Thame Monastery perched on a hillside
• Witness traditional Sherpa life largely unchanged by tourism

Our team will closely monitor your acclimatization as you gain significant elevation. We'll prepare oxygen equipment and first aid supplies for immediate use if needed. Your guide will set an appropriate pace to conserve energy while ensuring steady progress. Upon arrival at Lungden, we'll arrange comfortable accommodation and provide hot drinks and nutritious meals to support your adaptation to the increasing altitude.

• Ascend gradually through spectacular high-mountain terrain
• Trek through the remote Bhote Koshi Valley
• Notice the landscape becoming increasingly stark and alpine
• Pass traditional summer yak pastures (kharka)
• Encounter fewer trekkers on this less-traveled route
• Arrive at Lungden, a small settlement of basic teahouses
• Prepare mentally and physically for your first high pass crossing

Our team arranges a crucial acclimatization day with a guided hike to nearby ridges. We'll provide packed lunches and monitor each trekker's condition throughout the climb. In the afternoon, our guides will offer an educational session about high-altitude trekking strategies and conduct individual health assessments to ensure everyone is adapting properly before attempting the first high pass.

• Take a day hike to higher elevations following the "climb high, sleep low" principle
• Enjoy spectacular views of the surrounding peaks
• Prepare your body for the challenges of crossing Renjo La
• Learn techniques for efficient high-altitude trekking
• Rest and conserve energy for the demanding days ahead
• Socialize with other trekkers and share experiences
• Mentally prepare for your first high pass crossing

Our team will wake you early with hot tea delivered to your room. We'll provide energy-dense breakfast and snacks for this challenging day. Your guide will set an appropriate pace for the steep ascent to Renjo La, ensuring everyone's safety. At these extreme altitudes, our guides carry pulse oximeters to monitor oxygen levels and are trained for emergency response if needed.

• Begin your first major pass crossing with a challenging pre-dawn start
• Ascend steeply on rocky, sometimes snow-covered terrain
• Reach Renjo La (5,360m), your first high pass and a significant achievement
• Marvel at the extraordinary panorama from the pass summit
• Witness one of the trek's most spectacular views: Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, Cho Oyu, and the turquoise Gokyo Lakes below
• Descend carefully to the third Gokyo Lake
• Arrive at Gokyo village, situated beside the largest of the sacred lakes
• Rest in the shadow of Cho Oyu, the world's sixth-highest mountain

Our team arranges a flexible day for rest and optional exploration in the Gokyo Valley. For those feeling energetic, we'll organize a guided hike to Gokyo Ri. We'll provide detailed information about the surrounding glaciers and lakes, and our guides will be available to lead short walks around the Gokyo Lakes for those preferring a more restful day.

• Option to climb Gokyo Ri (5,370m) for one of the best Everest views on the trek
• Marvel at the panorama of four 8,000m peaks: Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, and Cho Oyu
• Explore the turquoise Gokyo Lakes, sacred to both Hindus and Buddhists
• Observe the massive Ngozumpa Glacier, the largest in Nepal
• Photograph the dramatic ice seracs and glacial pools
• Rest and recover after your first pass crossing
• Prepare for the challenging Cho La pass crossing tomorrow

Our team will organize a later breakfast to allow for rest after the previous day's activities. Your guide will lead you on the relatively short but important trek to Thangnak, positioning you perfectly for the next day's pass crossing. We'll arrange comfortable accommodation and hot meals in this remote settlement, and provide a comprehensive briefing about the Cho La crossing.

• Take a shorter day to recover and prepare for Cho La
• Trek east across the Ngozumpa Glacier moraine
• Navigate through a landscape of glacial debris and ice formations
• Experience the unique terrain of the world's longest Himalayan glacier
• Cross this natural wonder with careful guidance from your experienced team
• Arrive at the small settlement of Thangnak (Dragnag)
• Rest and prepare for one of the trek's most challenging days

Our team will wake you early with hot tea and a hearty breakfast. We'll provide crampons or microspikes if conditions require them for the pass crossing. Your guide will closely monitor each trekker during this technically challenging day. At Dzongla, we'll ensure warm accommodation and recovery meals are ready upon your arrival after this demanding crossing.

• Begin your second major pass crossing with another early start
• Ascend steeply to the Cho La pass on rocky, sometimes icy terrain
• Navigate the glacier at the pass summit (may require microspikes depending on conditions)
• Cross at 5,420m amidst breathtaking high-mountain scenery
• Marvel at close-up views of Cholatse and Lobuche East
• Descend steeply on the eastern side to reach Dzongla
• Rest in the shadow of Cholatse's impressive north face
• Recover from one of the trek's most physically demanding days

After the challenging Cho La crossing, our team will organize a leisurely breakfast and later departure. Your guide will set a gentle pace for this relatively easier day, allowing recovery while still making progress. We'll ensure your accommodation in Lobuche is comfortable and prepare nutritious meals to help replenish energy reserves after two days of intense effort.

• Enjoy a more relaxed day after the demanding Cho La crossing
• Trek along the lateral moraine of the Khumbu Glacier
• Take in magnificent views of Nuptse, Pumori, and Lobuche peaks
• Join the main Everest Base Camp trail
• Experience a noticeable increase in fellow trekkers
• Arrive at the small settlement of Lobuche
• Prepare for the approach to Kongma La, your final and highest pass

Our team will wake you early with hot tea delivered to your room. We'll provide energy-dense breakfast and snacks for the challenging day ahead. Your guide will set an appropriate pace to reach Everest Base Camp while ensuring everyone's safety. At these extreme altitudes, our guides carry pulse oximeters to monitor oxygen levels and are trained for emergency response if needed.

• Begin this landmark day with a challenging trek alongside the Khumbu Glacier
• Arrive at Gorak Shep, the last outpost before Everest Base Camp
• Continue along the moraine of the world's highest glacier after a brief rest
• Navigate rocky terrain until the prayer flag-adorned stones of Everest Base Camp appear
• Take in the amphitheater of Himalayan giants surrounding you
• Witness the colorful tents of expeditions preparing for summit attempts (during spring season)
• Celebrate and photograph your momentous achievement at EBC (5,364m)
• Return to Gorak Shep for the night

Our team will wake you before dawn with hot drinks to prepare for the Kala Patthar ascent. Your guide will closely monitor each trekker during this challenging climb to the highest point of the trek. After returning to Gorak Shep, we'll provide a hearty breakfast before returning to Lobuche to position you for the Kongma La crossing. Our staff will ensure your accommodation is ready for your return to Lobuche.

• Start before dawn for the steep climb to Kala Patthar (5,545m)
• Reach the highest point of your trek with breathtaking effort
• Watch as first light illuminates the Himalayan panorama
• See Mt. Everest in full glory alongside Nuptse, Pumori, and countless other peaks
• Enjoy the ultimate unobstructed view of Everest's summit
• Descend to Gorak Shep feeling accomplished
• Return to Lobuche to prepare for your final pass crossing
• Rest and recover from the high-altitude exertion

Our team will prepare a very early start with hot breakfast and ample high-energy snacks. Your guide will set a careful pace for this final and most challenging pass. We'll provide technical assistance on the steep sections and monitor your condition closely throughout the day. Upon arrival in Chukhung, we'll have a special celebration meal prepared to honor your completion of all three high passes.

• Begin the most technically difficult of the three passes
• Ascend steeply from Lobuche to Kongma La on unmarked terrain
• Cross boulder fields and possibly snow depending on conditions
• Reach Kongma La (5,535m), second highest of the three passes
• Celebrate completing the Three Passes challenge
• Marvel at spectacular views of Makalu and the Amphu Lapcha range
• Descend carefully into the beautiful Imja Valley
• Reach Chukhung, nestled beneath the impressive Lhotse south face
• Celebrate your incredible achievement of crossing all three major passes

Our team will prepare a more leisurely breakfast after the previous day's challenging pass crossing. Your guide will lead you at a comfortable pace as you begin your return journey. We'll organize your accommodation in Pangboche and arrange a special visit to the oldest monastery in the Khumbu region, providing cultural context and a blessing for your safe journey.

• Begin your descent with noticeably increasing oxygen levels
• Experience improved energy and easier breathing
• Enjoy dramatic mountain views from new perspectives
• Trek past the beautiful Island Peak and Ama Dablam Base Camps
• Descend through Dingboche with its stone-walled fields
• Enter the tree line again after days in the alpine zone
• Visit the ancient Pangboche Monastery (oldest in the Khumbu region)
• Marvel at purported yeti relics and centuries-old artifacts
• Rest in the shadow of sacred Ama Dablam

Our team will prepare a hearty breakfast to fuel your day's journey. Your guide will lead at a comfortable pace as you continue your descent to lower elevations. We'll arrange a special celebration dinner in Namche Bazaar where our staff will present certificates commemorating your successful completion of the Three Passes Trek, an achievement few trekkers accomplish.

• Return through the beautiful Tengboche monastery complex
• Experience rhododendron and pine forests with renewed appreciation
• Cross suspension bridges with confidence and familiar ease
• Enjoy the relative luxury of lower elevations and Namche's amenities
• Reflect on your remarkable achievement of completing the full circuit
• Appreciate the dramatic difference in your acclimatization and fitness
• Celebrate with fellow trekkers in Namche's bakeries and cafes
• Enjoy your last night in the mountains with a sense of accomplishment

Our team will organize an early breakfast to allow plenty of time for the long day's trek. Your guide will lead you safely down the steep sections, and our staff will have arranged your final night's accommodation in Lukla. In the evening, we'll host a farewell celebration with your porters and guides, providing an opportunity to express gratitude to these essential team members.

• Experience a sense of accomplishment mixed with nostalgia
• Descend through forests and villages on your final day on the trail
• Cross suspension bridges one last time
• Notice how remarkably easy the trail feels compared to your first uphill journey
• Observe details missed during your ascent
• Take time to appreciate the cultural aspects of the villages you pass through
• Complete your circuit in the Everest region at Lukla
• Reflect on memories and experiences that will last a lifetime

Our team will handle your early check-in for the return flight and manage any potential weather delays. Upon arrival in Kathmandu, we'll transfer you to your hotel and assist with luggage. You'll have free time in the afternoon, with optional spa services available to soothe tired muscles. In the evening, we'll host a final celebration dinner at a premier restaurant in Kathmandu.

• Board an early morning flight back to Kathmandu
• Enjoy one last aerial view of the majestic Himalayas
• Experience the surreal contrast between mountain wilderness and bustling city
• Appreciate simple luxuries of hot showers, varied cuisine, and soft beds
• Take time for souvenir shopping in Thamel
• Process and reflect on your remarkable achievement
• Share stories with fellow trekkers during a final celebration dinner
• Begin organizing photos and memories from your adventure

Depending on your flight time, our team will arrange airport transfers and assist with check-in procedures. We'll provide information about departure requirements and help with any last-minute souvenir purchases. Our staff will ensure you depart with all trek certificates, photos, and memories properly secured.

• Conclude your ultimate Himalayan adventure
• Depart with photographs, memories, and personal growth
• Reflect on accomplishing one of the world's most challenging treks
• Carry memories of crossing three high passes above 5,300m
• Treasure experiences of the journey, culture, and remarkable people
• Take home a transformative experience that provides perspective beyond the mountains
• Begin planning your next adventure in the Himalayas
• Bid farewell to Nepal with a heart full of extraordinary experiences