Everest three high pass trek, Renjola, Chola and Khongmala

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Duration

19 days

Trip start

Kathmandu

Trip end

Kathmandu

Altitude

5550

Group size

Max 2-10

Difficulty

very_hard

Best season

Spring/ Autum

Price from

€1830.00

The Everest Three Passes Trek is the most complete and adventurous journey in the Everest region, combining Everest Base Camp, Gokyo Lakes, and remote Himalayan valleys into one epic circuit in the Khumbu region.

This challenging trek crosses three high mountain passes above 5,300 m — Renjo La (5,360 m), Cho La (5,420 m), and Kongma La (5,535 m) — offering breathtaking views of the world’s highest peaks, including Mount Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, and Cho Oyu.

Along the route, you will explore traditional Sherpa villages, ancient Buddhist monasteries, glaciers, and crystal-clear sacred lakes. Highlights include famous viewpoints like Gokyo Ri (5,360 m), Kala Patthar (5,643 m), and Chhukung Ri (5,550 m), each offering unforgettable Himalayan panoramas.

This trek is long, high, and physically demanding, requiring good fitness and proper acclimatization, but it rewards you with some of the most spectacular mountain scenery on Earth — including four 8,000-meter peaks in one journey.

The Everest Three Passes Trek is not just a hike — it is a true Himalayan adventure through nature, culture, and the highest mountains in the world.

detailed itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu (1350 m)

Hotel

Arrival in Kathmandu. Warm welcome at the airport and private transfer to your hotel. Rest after your journey or explore nearby streets, cafés, and markets at your own pace.
Accommodation: Hotel

Day 2: Kathmandu Sightseeing and Trek Preparation

Hotel Breakfast,

Full day guided cultural tour of Boudhanath Stupa and Pashupatinath Temple. Learn about Nepal’s spiritual culture and complete trek preparation with your guide.
Accommodation: Hotel

Day 3: Flight to Lukla (2,800 m) – Trek to Phakding (2,600 m)

Lodge Breakfast,lunch, Dinner

Scenic mountain flight to Lukla Airport. Begin trekking through beautiful Sherpa villages, rivers, suspension bridges, and forest trails to Phakding.
Walking: 3 hrs | 8 km
↑ +200 m | ↓ -380 m
Accommodation: Lodge

Day 4: Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3,440 m)

Lodge Breakfast,lunch, Dinner

Follow the Dudh Koshi River, cross suspension bridges, and climb steadily to Namche Bazaar, the gateway of Everest. First glimpses of Himalayan peaks appear.
Walking: 5–6 hrs | 10–11 km
↑ +1,050 m | ↓ -350 m
Accommodation: Lodge

Day 5: Namche Bazaar to Thame (3,820 m)

Lodge Breakfast,lunch, Dinner

A peaceful trail through forests and traditional villages with views of Kongde Ri and Pachermo Peak. Visit the historic Thame Monastery, a spiritual highlight.
Walking: 5 hrs | 8 km
↑ +660 m | ↓ -250 m
Accommodation: Lodge

Day 6: Acclimatization Hike: Sunder Peak (5000m)

Lodge Breakfast,lunch, Dinner

Important acclimatization day. Hike to Sunder Ri for breathtaking views of Everest, Cho Oyu, and surrounding peaks. Return via monastery visit and rest.
Walking: 6 hrs (round trip)
↑ / ↓ 980 m
Accommodation: Lodge

Day 7: Thame to Lumde (4,360 m)

Lodge Breakfast,lunch, Dinner

Trek into remote Nangpa La valley, once a historic trade route between Nepal and Tibet. Quiet landscapes and pure Himalayan wilderness.
Walking: 5–6 hrs
↑ +600 m | ↓ -70 m
Accommodation: Lodge

Day 8: Lumde- Renjo La Pass (5,350 m) – Gokyo (4,790 m)

Lodge Breakfast,lunch, Dinner

Early morning ascent to Renjo La Pass with one of the best views in the Himalayas—Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, Cho Oyu, and more. Descend to the beautiful Gokyo Lakes.
Walking: 8 hrs
↑ +1,050 m | ↓ -650 m
Accommodation: Lodge

Day 9: Gokyo- Gokyo Ri (5,360 m) – Dragnag (4,700 m)

Lodge Breakfast,lunch, Dinner

Sunrise hike to Gokyo Ri for unforgettable panoramic views. Then cross the Ngozumpa Glacier to Dragnag, a remote mountain settlement.
Walking: 6 hrs
↑ +670 m | ↓ -200 m
Accommodation: Lodge

Day 10: Dragnag -Cho La Pass (5,420 m) – Dzongla (4,840 m)

Lodge Breakfast,lunch, Dinner

Challenging glacier crossing over Cho La Pass with rocky terrain and icy sections. Stunning mountain scenery all day.
Walking: 7 hrs
↑ +770 m | ↓ -610 m
Accommodation: Lodge

Day 11: Dzongla to Lobuche (4,910 m)

Lodge Breakfast,lunch, Dinner

Short and scenic walk into the Khumbu valley with dramatic glacier views and peaceful alpine landscapes.
Walking: 3 hrs
↑ +250 m | ↓ -150 m
Accommodation: Lodge

Day 12: Lobuche (4,910 m) – Gorakshep (5,164 m) – Everest Base Camp (5,364 m) - Gorakshep (5,164 m)

Lodge Breakfast,lunch, Dinner

Trek from Lobuche through the stunning Khumbu Glacier valley to Gorakshep, the last settlement before Everest Base Camp. After a short rest, continue to the legendary Everest Base Camp, surrounded by massive icefalls and towering peaks. Feel the true spirit of Everest before returning to Gorakshep for overnight stay.
Walking: 7–8 hrs
↑ +450 m | ↓ -200 m
Accommodation: Lodge

Day 13: Gorakshep (5,164 m) – Kala Patthar (5,550 m) – Lobuche (4,910 m)

Lodge Breakfast,lunch, Dinner

Early morning hike to Kala Patthar for the most breathtaking sunrise view of Mount Everest and surrounding peaks like Nuptse and Pumori. After enjoying the unforgettable panorama, descend back to Gorakshep and continue trekking down to Lobuche for a comfortable overnight stay.
Walking: 6–7 hrs
↑ +640 m | ↓ -640 m
Accommodation: Lodge

Day 14: Lobuche- Kongma La Pass (5,535 m) – Chhukung (4,730 m)

Lodge Breakfast,lunch, Dinner

One of the toughest days. Early start crossing Kongma La Pass with incredible views of Lhotse, Makalu, Ama Dablam, and surrounding peaks. Long descent to Chhukung valley.
Walking: 7 hrs
↑ +650 m | ↓ -800 m
Accommodation: Lodge

Day 15: Chhukung - Chhukung Ri (5,550 m) – Dingboche (4,410 m)

Lodge Breakfast,lunch, Dinner

Morning hike to Chhukung Ri for a powerful panoramic view of the entire Everest region. Later descend gently to Dingboche, a beautiful high-altitude village.
Walking: 5–6 hrs
↑ +600 m | ↓ -800 m
Accommodation: Lodge

Day 16: Dingboche to Khumjung (3,780 m)

Lodge Breakfast,lunch, Dinner

Descend through Pangboche and Tengboche Monastery, enjoying forest trails and Sherpa villages. Reach Khumjung with stunning views of Ama Dablam.
Walking: 6–7 hrs
↑ +150 m | ↓ -650 m
Accommodation: Lodge

Day 17: Phakding – Lukla (2,800 m)

Lodge Breakfast,lunch, Dinner

Easy and pleasant walk back to Lukla, following the same scenic trail through suspension bridges, forests, and Sherpa villages. Final day on the trekking route with time to relax and celebrate with your team.
Walking: 3–4 hrs
↑ +200 m | ↓ -200 m
Accommodation: Lodge

Day 18: Lukla to Kathmandu and Free Day

Hotel Breakfast,

Early morning scenic flight back to Kathmandu. Transfer to your hotel and free time for rest, shopping, or exploring the city. Final preparation for departure.
Accommodation: Hotel (if needed)

Day 19: Final Departure

Lodge Breakfast,lunch, Dinner

Private transfer to the international airport according to your flight schedule. End of your unforgettable Himalayan adventure in Nepal.
Safe journey and see you again in the mountains!

Routemap

Inclusion

  • Warm welcome upon arrival at the airport with all private airport–hotel–airport transfers.
  • 3 nights' hotel accommodation in Kathmandu with daily breakfast.
  • Round-trip domestic flights between Kathmandu/Manthali and Lukla.
  • Guided sightseeing tour of Boudhanath Stupa and Pashupatinath Temple with a private vehicle and driver.
  • All necessary trekking permits, including the Sagarmatha National Park Permit and Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality Permit.
  • Comfortable teahouse/lodge accommodation in twin-sharing rooms throughout the trek.
  • Full board during the trek (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner), including one hot drink (tea or coffee) with breakfast each day.
  • Experienced, government-licensed English-speaking trekking guide.
  • One porter for every two trekkers, carrying up to 22 kg of luggage in total (excluding your personal daypack).
  • All salaries, insurance, meals, accommodation, transportation, and equipment for the guide and porter.
  • Complete trek organization, logistics, and assistance throughout your journey.

Exclusion

  • International airfare to and from Nepal.
  • Nepal entry visa fees.
  • Personal travel insurance, including high-altitude trekking and emergency helicopter evacuation.
  • Lunches and dinners in Kathmandu.
  • Additional hotel accommodation in Kathmandu beyond the included 3 nights.
  • Alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, bottled water, fruit juices, energy drinks, Coca-Cola, Fanta, and other personal beverages.
  • Personal expenses such as Wi-Fi, hot showers, battery charging, phone calls, laundry, souvenirs, and other personal purchases.
  • Tips for the trekking guide, porter, and other local staff (at your discretion).
  • Additional expenses resulting from flight delays, bad weather, natural disasters, personal illness, early return, or any other unforeseen circumstances.
  • Personal trekking equipment and clothing.
  • Any services not specifically mentioned in the "Included Services" section.
Everest three high pass trek, Renjola, Chola and Khongmala
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traveler reviews

5.0

Based on 1 reviews

Denis Chaumartin

After four unforgettable treks in the Everest, Annapurna, and Kanchenjunga regions, I can confirm that trekking-Nepal is a fantastic French-speaking agency, both logistically and culturally. Mankumar manages the acclimatization and safety of the groups perfectly. Highly recommended.

frequently asked Question

The EBC Trek spans 15-16 days, covering arrival, rest days, and a buffer for weather delays. This pace ensures safe climbing for the high-elevation Base Camp ascent.

No experience is needed, but it helps. Past high-elevation hikes prepare you for the physical and mental demands. Fit hikers with training shine.

The trek is tough, with steep climbs and high elevation up to 5,545m at Kala Patthar. Good fitness and prep are essential.

Yes, with careful acclimatization, a skilled guide, and planning, it’s safe. Elevation sickness and weather shifts need caution and awareness.

 Yes, you need two permits: a Sagarmatha National Park Entry Permit and a TIMS card. Your trekking agency usually sorts these out.

 Kala Patthar, at 5,545m elevation, is the highest point. It offers epic sunrise views of Everest, Lhotse, and Nuptse.

Teahouses offer simple twin-sharing rooms with shared bathrooms. Namche Bazaar and Dingboche may have private bathrooms for extra cost. Lodges are cozy and clean.

Yes, teahouses offer charging for a small fee. Solar power is limited, so pack a power bank for reliable device use.

 Wi-Fi is available in Namche Bazaar and Dingboche for a fee. Signals weaken at higher elevations, so expect spotty access.

Meals are hearty, with dal bhat (unlimited refills), momos, pasta, rice, and Tibetan bread. Options get simpler at higher elevations.

Moderate to high risk above 3,500m elevation. Rest days, hydration, and slow pacing help. Watch for headaches, nausea, dizziness, and descend if worse.

Nights in Gorakshep can drop to -10°C to -15°C (14°F to 5°F) in autumn or winter. Pack thermal layers and a four-season sleeping bag.

Yes, but stay cautious. Trails are clear, but high-elevation spots like Base Camp require navigation skills and self-reliance. .

Helicopter evacuation is the main option for emergencies. Ensure travel insurance covers trekking above 5,000m elevation with airlift and medical care.