Everest Three Pass Trek: 16 Days

Trip Facts

Group size 1-20+
Duration 16 Days
Level of difficulty Moderate
Max. Altitude: 5545m
Accommodation Tea houses/Lodges
Start/End Kathmandu

Trip Highlights

  • Cross three high Himalayan passes – Renjo La, Cho La & Kongma La (each above 5,300m)
  • Explore the Gokyo Lakes – trek around emerald glacial lakes (4,700–5,000m), the world’s highest freshwater lake system
  • Unrivaled mountain panoramas – panoramic views of Everest, Ama Dablam, Lhotse, Cho Oyu, Makalu and more from high-altitude vantage points
  • Off-the-beaten-path adventure – experience solitude and a deep nature connection on this less-crowded Everest trek
  • Thrilling Lukla flight – begin with a heart-pounding flight into Lukla Airport (2,840m), one of the world’s most notorious airstrips
  • Immerse in Sherpa culture – wander Namche Bazaar, visit the sacred Tengboche Monastery and traditional villages like Thame
  • Diverse landscapes – trek through rhododendron forests and alpine meadows into stark glacial valleys
  • Cozy high-altitude lodging – stay in rustic tea houses above 4,000m, sharing yak-butter tea and stories with Sherpa hosts

Overview

The Everest Three Pass Trek is a challenging yet advantageous trekking circuit in the Khumbu region of Nepal. The journey takes trekkers through the Everest Base Camp Trek, providing an up-close view of Mount Everest’s highest peak. The three high passes Renjo La Pass, Cho La Pass, and Kongma La Pass are formidable challenges, offering panoramic views of the surrounding peaks and valleys. Trekkers encounter traditional Sherpa villages, ancient monasteries, and diverse flora and fauna along the way.

The Best Time to Trek The Everest Three Pass

Choosing the right time for the Everest Three Pass Trek is crucial for a successful and enjoyable experience. The primary trekking seasons are pre-monsoon (spring) from March to May and post-monsoon (autumn) from September to November.

The weather is relatively stable during these periods, offering clear skies and comfortable temperatures. Trekkers should avoid the monsoon season (June to August) and the harsh winter months (December to February). When the trails are often closed due to heavy snowfall.

All three passes detail

  • Renjo La Pass: At an elevation of 5,360 meters (17,585 feet), Renjo La Pass is the first challenge on the trek. The ascent to the pass is steep, but the panoramic views of Everest, Lhotse, and Cho Oyu make the effort worthwhile. Trekkers can also enjoy the serene beauty of the Gokyo Lakes, a collection of turquoise glacial lakes nestled in the Gokyo Valley.
  • Cho La Pass: Standing at 5,420 meters (17,782 feet), Cho La Pass is a technical and demanding crossing that requires careful navigation through rocky terrain and crevasses. Trekkers are rewarded with stunning views of Ama Dablam and other surrounding peaks. The descent from Cho La Pass leads to the iconic Everest Base Camp, where climbers prepare for their ascent to the summit.
  • Kongma La Pass: The final challenge, Kongma La Pass, is the highest of the three at 5,535 meters (18,159 feet). The ascent is strenuous, but the 360-degree views of the Himalayan giants, including Makalu and Lhotse Shar, are unparalleled. The descent from Kongma La Pass brings trekkers to the tranquil village of Lobuche, marking the conclusion of the Three Pass adventure.

Practical Tips and Considerations

Physical Preparation

The Everest Three Pass Trek demands good physical fitness and endurance. Pre-trek training that includes cardiovascular exercises, strength training, and acclimatization hikes is crucial for a successful journey.

Additionally, mental resilience plays a significant role in overcoming the challenges of high-altitude trekking.

Permits and Regulations

Trekkers must obtain the necessary permits for the Everest Three Pass Trek, including the Sagarmatha National Park and Gokyo Lakes entry permits.

It’s essential to stay informed about local regulations and adhere to the principles of responsible trekking to minimize the environmental impact.

Accommodation and Amenities

Teahouses along the route provide basic accommodation and meals. It’s advisable to carry a good-quality sleeping bag and trekking gear suitable for varying weather conditions.

Trekkers should also have water purification tablets and avoid single-use plastics to contribute to the conservation of the pristine Himalayan environment.

Conclusion

The Everest Three Pass Trek is more than just a physical challenge. It’s a transformative journey that immerses trekkers in the awe-inspiring grandeur of the Himalayas. From the rugged mountain passes to the vibrant Sherpa culture, every step reveals a new facet of this extraordinary trek.

For those seeking an adventure that transcends the ordinary. The Everest Three Pass Trek is an invitation to explore the heights of nature’s beauty and the depths of personal resilience. Lace up your boots, breathe in the crisp mountain air, and embark on an odyssey that will leave an indelible mark on your soul.

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Itinerary

We make an early morning start at the domestic airport for the flight to Lukla (2,840m/9,317ft), the gateway to the Khumbu Region. This is an exciting flight, with a glimpse of Everest in the distance. On arrival at Lukla, we meet our trekking staff and porters before setting off for our first stop at Phakding, where we stay overnight.

Location: Phakding
Duration: 3 to 4 hours
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Altitude Different: 2,610 meters
Accommodation: Tea house / lodge

Today we continue up the banks of the Dudh Koshi River, after crossing two suspension bridges before reaching the Khumbu. After continuing trekking services we trek on to cross the confluence of the Dudh Koshi and the Bhote Koshi on a high suspension bridge before climbing steeply. Almost it takes 2 hours  to reach ‘Namche Hill’ Namche Bazaar.

Namche is a boom trading town and the heart of the Khumbu Region. A lot of local trade is completed here, many Tibetans cross over the nearby border to trade their wares and a local market is a fascinating place to just sit and watch local life go by. This is a good place to buy genuine Tibetan artifacts. Just across the valley to the east, the impressive peaks of Thamserku and Kangtega can be seen.

Location: Namche Bazaar
Duration: 4 to 5 hours
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Altitude Different: 3,440 meters
Accommodation: Tea house / lodge

Today we rest to allow our bodies to become better acclimatized to the altitude of 3,450m. We spend some time on a side trek up to Khumjung perhaps visiting the local school then carry on to visit the Everest View Hotel (3,900m) built by the Japanese to accommodate expensive guests before returning to Namche for lunch. The afternoon is free for shopping or exploring this ancient settlement.

Location: Namche Bazaar
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Altitude Different: 3,440 meters
Accommodation: Tea house / lodge

Starting our day, we tend to reach Tengboche after a quick breakfast here in Namche Bazaar. We start to witness the great wildlife of this region such as musk deer, blue sheep, Himalayan tahr, Barking deer, Blood pheasant, Tibetan snow-cock, Crimson-horned pheasant, and Domesticated yaks along the trail.

Location: Tengboche
Duration: 6 to 7 hours
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Altitude Different: 3,860 meters
Accommodation: Tea house / lodge

The panorama views from Tengboche are something that thrills everyone who treks on this trail. The soothing experience as the sun’s rays hit the Himalayan peak, is a unique feeling to everyone. The day starts after this great view, as we pass through lush forests until we reach Pangboche. The terrain changes massively from here onward, as the dry and alpine terrain starts. With a small push along the ridge of Mt. Pumori, we now reach Dingboche where we will be spending the night.

Location: Dingboche
Duration: 5 to 6 hours
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Altitude Different: 4,410 meters
Accommodation: Tea house / lodge

The great landscape of Dingboche continues to impress us, as now we begin to witness another magical moment in this valley. The Imja Khola valley spread along the moraines of the glacier. With a walk of about 2-3 hours, we reach the Yak Bribre, which is best known for Lhoste Mountian and the Ama Dablam. The magnificent trail continues to impress us, with great experiences and views all along the way. With an easy day, we now must acclimatize the rest, as the next few days we will be gaining a lot of altitude. With a small tour around Chhukung, the day ends.

Location: Chukung
Duration: 3 to 4 hours
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Altitude Different: 4,730 meters
Accommodation: Tea house / lodge

With a rest day, we start this day pretty early in the morning. On this day, we will now enter the remote hinterlands of the mountains. The remote trail starts as the tea houses and guest houses become quite rare throughout the day. Thus, carrying proper snacks and enough water is a must. We start our ascend along the east side of Khumbu Valley, as the stone trail leads us to the frozen lakes of this valley. With 5 hour’s walk, we will now be reaching Kongma La.
The hard part of the day starts, as we pass on to steep descents, with the great assistance of the guides, you will pass through this challenge as you finally reach Lobuche.

Location: Lobuche
Duration: 7 to 8 hours
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Altitude Different: 5,535 meters
Accommodation: Tea house / lodge

With great views of the surrounding valleys, we witness some great peaks such as Mt. Pumori, Mt. Mahalangur, Mt. Lingtern, Mt. Khumbutse, and Mt. Nuptse, etc. In addition, the great 360-degree view of the snow-covered mountains is a great touch. Reaching the Gorakhsep will take us about 6 hours of intense trek. Getting close to this region, we will get great views of the mighty Everest Peak standing tall.
From there, we will be heading on to the Everest Base Camp, passing through the risky route of Khumbu icefall. With proper guidance, you pass through this trail and witness the magic of this Base camp and know why it’s arguably the best trek Nepal offers.

Location: Everest Base Camp
Duration: 6 to 7 hours
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Altitude Different: 5,364 meters
Accommodation: Tea house / lodge

Even though we reached the Everest Base Camp, we still miss out on the great views of Everest. Hiking early to Kalapatthar, you will witness the best possible view of the great Mt. Everest. With that we start our descent to Dzonglha, witnessing the unparalleled panoramic views of the great Himalayan region. Reaching Dzonglha will take us about 4 hours from Kalapatthar, where we will be stopping for the day.

Location: Dzonglha
Duration: 7 to 8 hours
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Altitude Different: 5,545 meters
Accommodation: Tea house / lodge

As we wake up to the mesmerizing view of Cholatse, the trip transitions to being tough as we transverse from an easy trail to a more advanced hard trail. With Dzonglha, you pass through the spur forests that then descend to a basin. Continuing our ascents again with great views of Chola Lake and the great Mt Ama Dablam, the trail is now full of steep climbs.
The descent to Thangnak whereas, is comparatively easier, unless the paths become slippery. Reaching Thangnak with a hike of about 7- hours, we spend the night there.

Location: Thangnak
Duration: 7 to 8 hours
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Altitude Different: 5,420 meters
Accommodation: Tea house / lodge

This day is another great highlight of this trek, the Gokyo Lake is one of the most popular treks with stunning lakes with a backdrop of this region. Reaching here, we must pass through the Ngozumpa Glacier, which is regarded as the longest glacier in Nepal. We will be reaching Gokyo, where we tend to stay here for 1 day and 2 nights.

Location: Gokyo
Duration: 3 to 4 hours
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Altitude Different: 4,790 meters
Accommodation: Tea house / lodge

The magical valley of Gokyo Lake takes more than just a day to fully explore and get the most out of it. As a rest day, and a great opportunity to climb the Gokyo Ri, regarded as the best place to capture the great view of the Everest region with six lakes just below it. The trail leads us to the fifth great turquoise blue lake, which is the biggest of all the lakes.
The trail continues to the fifth turquoise-blue shimmering lake which is the biggest. We can even climb the hills at the edge of the lake to catch the breathtaking scenery of Cho-Oyu, Gyachung, Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, and Makalu. We can even climb the hills around the valley, to catch great scenic views of the Cho-Oyu, Gyachung, Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, and Makalu.

Location: Gokyo (Gokyo Ri / Lakes)
Duration: 3 to 5 hours
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Altitude Different: 5,357 meters
Accommodation: Tea house / lodge

Today, we will start our descent to Renjo La Pass. Leaving the main trail of the Gokyo Valley, we take the trail that leads us towards Renjo La Pass. The trail ascends from the Gokyo Lakes, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding peaks and valleys. With a 3 hours trek, once gain great views of the Himalayas are seen. Continuing with the trail, we see Renjo La Pass and then walk through the narrow valley leading us to Lungden.

Location: Lungden
Duration: 7 to 8 hours
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Altitude Different: 5,360 meters
Accommodation: Tea house / lodge

Following the traditional route, the Tibetan traders used for trading. The trail starts from Marlung all the way to Thame, descending along the trail we pass through Langmuche Khola. We go down the deep steep path, as we reach the Thame village, where we visit the Khari Gompa Monastery which is a nunnery. Reaching the Namche, passing through the prayer flags, and Mani stones and spending the night there.

Location: Namche Bazar
Duration: 6 to 7 hours
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Altitude Different: 3,440 meters
Accommodation: Tea house / lodge

This will be the final day we will be spending in the Himalayan region. We try to get the most out of this day, starting early from Namche, the paths get hard, as exhausted legs through downhill become great trouble. With a slow hike of about 6-7 hours, we will reach Lukla.

Location: Lukla
Duration: 6 to 7 hours
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Altitude Different: 2,860 meters
Accommodation: Tea house / lodge

Catching an early morning flight from Lukla to Kathmandu, we get to witness the same magical view from the flight. Reaching Kathmandu, you can spend the day for sightseeing or just resting.

Location: Kathmandu
Meal: Breakfast & farewell Dinner
Altitude Different: 1,300 meters
Accommodation: Hotel in Kathmandu

Price Includes

  • Pick-up or Drop-off service from and to Airport (in our own vehicle)
  • Pre-trek briefing In Kathmandu Nepal Lion Treks office
  • Domestic flight Kathmandu / Ramechhap - Lukla - Kathmandu / Ramechhap inclusive with all taxes and transfers
  • Food all along the trip(Main course:- Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) and a cup of coffee or tea) and accommodations during the trip in hotels with family environment
  • One licensed trekking guide speaking English, Chinese, Korean, or Hindi, and Nepali
  • Transportation, food, accommodation and insurance of Guide during the trip Down jacket, all-season sleeping bag, duffel bag and trekking map(in case if you dont have your own. Down jacket, sleeping bag and duffel bag must be returned after completion of the trip)
  • Transportation, food, accommodation and insurance of Guide during the trip
  • First Aid Medical Kit(Carried by the guide) Aarogya PC-303 Portable Vital Signs Monitor Device
  • 1 well-experienced English-speaking assistant guide if the group size exceeds 5+ persons.
  • All necessary Everest Base Camp trekking permits: Sagarmatha National Park and Trekkers' Information Management System (TIMS) fee.
  • All applicable taxes are as per the government rules and regulations.
  • Welcome or farewell dinner in Kathmandu at a cultural restaurant(complimentary)

Price Excludes

  • International Airfare
  • Nepal visa (can be obtained at the airport or immigration counters at the borders: USD 25 for 15 days and USD 40 for 30 days and two passport-size photographs are required).
  • Your travel and medical insurance
  • Personal Expenses such as shopping, bar bills, hot shower, telephone, laundry, titbits etc
  • Services not mentioned or not promised by the Agent / Agency
  • Emergency expenses such as expenses on charted Flights / Helicopter

Add-ons & Options

At Nepal Lion Trekking, we have 17 years of excellent operation and decades of expertise in leading treks in Nepal. To further enhance your Everest Three Passes Trek 16 Days, we’re pleased to introduce exclusive add-ons for an even more exceptional adventure.

Pre-Trek Accommodation in Kathmandu

Start your adventure smoothly with our handpicked hotel options in Kathmandu. We take care of bookings so you can relax and prepare for your trek.

✅ Double Room: $55 per night (shared cost between two trekkers – $27.50 per person!)
✅ Single Room: $45 per night (private comfort before the trek)

(all rate include breakfast )

📍 Location: Centrally located, close to Thamel (tourist hub) for easy access to gear shops, restaurants, and cultural sites.


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General

The Everest Three Pass Trek is a challenging adventure in the Everest region that crosses the three high passes — Kongma La (5,535m), Cho La (5,420m), and Renjo La (5,360m) — offering stunning views of Everest and surrounding peaks.

 

Unlike the standard EBC trek, this route is more adventurous and less crowded, covering a circular trail that includes EBC, Gokyo Lakes, and all three passes.

Itinerary & Duration

Nepal Lion Trekking offers a 16-day itinerary, which includes acclimatization days and trekking across all three passes.

 

It is more demanding than the standard EBC trek due to longer days, higher passes, and challenging terrain, but it is highly rewarding.

Transportation

The trek starts with a domestic flight from Kathmandu to Lukla, the gateway to the Khumbu region.

 

Weather delays are common. Nepal Lion Trekking helps arrange alternative flights or helicopter options if necessary.

Altitude & Safety

The trek’s highest point is Kongma La Pass at 5,535m. Kala Patthar (5,545m) is also included for the best view of Everest.

 

The itinerary includes acclimatization in Namche Bazaar and Dingboche. Guides are trained in altitude safety and carry necessary support equipment.

Accommodation & Food

You’ll stay in local teahouses and lodges, with twin-sharing rooms and basic but comfortable facilities.

 

Meals include dal bhat, noodles, soups, eggs, pasta, fried rice, potatoes, vegetables, and tea/coffee. Limited Western meals are available.

Preparation & Gear

This trek requires excellent fitness with prior hiking experience. Daily treks may last 6–8 hours, sometimes longer on pass days.

 

Important gear includes sturdy trekking boots, down jacket, warm layers, sleeping bag, gloves, sunglasses, crampons (for icy passes), trekking poles, and a headlamp.

Permits & Costs

You’ll need:

  • Sagarmatha National Park Entry Permit

  • Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality Permit

The package typically covers permits, domestic flights, guide and porter services, accommodation, meals during the trek, and airport transfers.

Services & Guides

Yes, an experienced English-speaking guide and porters (carrying up to 10–12kg per trekker) are provided.

Yes, Nepal Lion Trekking’s guides are licensed, trained in altitude safety and first aid, and highly experienced in the Everest region.

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