EVEREST THREE PASSES
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Duration
18 days
Max People
20
Min Age
3+
Pickup
Private Vehicle
Overview
The Everest Three Passes Trek is renowned as the toughest and most challenging route to Everest Base Camp, spanning 21 days and offering an unparalleled adventure through the heart of the Khumbu region. This trek is tailored for seasoned adventurers seeking the ultimate Himalayan experience, featuring three high mountain passes, breathtaking landscapes, and encounters with local Sherpa culture.
Tour Highlights
- Conquer the iconic peaks of Gokyo Ri, Kala Patthar, and Chukhung Ri, offering awe-inspiring summit experiences in the Everest region.
- Navigate through three challenging passes: Renjo La, Cho La, and Kongma La, testing your trekking skills and providing stunning panoramic views.
- Experience the warmth of Sherpa hospitality with lodge-based accommodations, immersing yourself in local culture and traditions.
- Embark on a scenic circular route that showcases the natural beauty of the Everest region, including majestic peaks, pristine lakes, and rugged terrain.
Included/Excluded
- Pick-up and drop-off service at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu by private vehicle.
- Domestic flights: Kathmandu to Lukla and return.
- Airport transfers for domestic flights.
- Three nights 3-star accommodation in Kathmandu with Bed & Breakfast.
- Accommodation in teahouses during the trek: Phakding, Namche Bazaar (three nights), Thame, Lungden, Gokyo (two nights), Dzongla (two nights), Lobuche (two nights), Gorak Shep, and Chukhung.
- All standard meals during the trek.
- Fingertip Pulse Oximeter used daily to monitor oxygen levels and pulse, reducing the risk of altitude sickness.
- Water purification tablets for safe drinking water.
- Seasonal fresh fruits every day.
- Government licensed and qualified trek leader (guide).
- One porter for every two trekkers.
- Guides and porters' costs, including meals, insurance, salary, lodging, transportation, and other necessary equipment.
- Sagarmatha National Park entry permit.
- Pasang Lamhu Rular Muncipality Fee
- All government, local taxes, and official expenses.
- Rescue operation arrangement in case of health emergencies (funded by personal travel insurance).
- Hairy Yak Adventures trek achievement certificate.
- Farewell dinner in Kathmandu.
- International flight airfare.
- Nepal entry visa fees on arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport.
- Excess baggage charges.
- Extra night accommodation and meals in Kathmandu due to early arrival or late departure or early return from the trek.
- Personal expenses such as shopping, snacks, boiled bottled water, cold drinks, hot shower, alcohol, Wi-Fi, telephone calls, battery re-charge fees, extra porters, etc.
- Personal clothing and gear.
- Travel insurance, which has to cover emergency high-altitude rescue and helicopter evacuation.
- Tips for guides and porters.
- Additional costs due to delays caused by circumstances beyond the company's control, such as landslides, bad weather conditions, itinerary modifications for safety concerns, illness, change of government policies, strikes, elections etc.
- All costs and expenses not listed in "What's Included" will be counted as excluded.
Tour Plan
Day 1: Arrive in Kathmandu
Arrival
- Activity: Arrive in Kathmandu and transfer to your hotel for a pre-trek briefing.
- Accommodation: Hotel in Kathmandu.
- Meals Included: None.
Day 2: Flight to Lukla - Trek to Phakding
Flight
- Activity: Fly to Lukla and trek to Phakding, following the Dudh Koshi Valley.
- Distance/Duration: 35-minute flight; 3-4 hours of trekking.
- Accommodation: Teahouse in Phakding.
- Meals Included: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Day 3: Trek to Namche Bazaar
Trek
- Activity: Trek to Namche Bazaar, the bustling trading village of the Khumbu region.
- Distance/Duration: 6-7 hours of trekking.
- Accommodation: Teahouse in Namche Bazaar.
- Meals Included: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Day 4: Acclimatization in Namche
Acclimatization
- Activity: Acclimatize with a hike to Everest View Hotel for stunning mountain vistas.
- Distance/Duration: Optional hikes in the area.
- Accommodation: Teahouse in Namche Bazaar.
- Meals Included: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Day 5 : Trek to Thame
Trek
- Activity: Head northwest to the village of Thame, delving deeper into the Himalayan wilderness.
- Distance/Duration: 5-6 hours of trekking.
- Accommodation: Teahouse in Thame.
- Meals Included: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Day 6 : Trek to Lungden
Trek
- Activity: Ascend to Lungden, enjoying panoramic views of snow-capped peaks.
- Distance/Duration: 5-6 hours of trekking.
- Accommodation: Teahouse in Lungden.
- Meals Included: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Day 7 : Trek to Gokyo via Renjo La Pass
Trek
- Activity: Conquer Renjo La Pass and descend to Gokyo, home to the beautiful Gokyo Lakes.
- Distance/Duration: 7-8 hours of trekking.
- Accommodation: Teahouse in Gokyo.
- Meals Included: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Day 8 : Ascent of Gokyo Ri
Trek
- Activity: Summit Gokyo Ri for breathtaking views of Cho Oyu and surrounding peaks.
- Distance/Duration: 4-5 hours for the ascent.
- Accommodation: Teahouse in Gokyo.
- Meals Included: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Day 9 : Trek to Dzongla
Trek
- Activity: Trek across the Ngozumpa Glacier to reach Dzongla.
- Distance/Duration: 5-6 hours of trekking.
- Accommodation: Teahouse in Dzongla.
- Meals Included: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Day 10 : Trek to Dzongla via Cho La Pass
Trek
- Activity: Cross Cho La Pass and descend to Dzongla, enjoying panoramic mountain vistas.
- Distance/Duration: 8-9 hours of trekking.
- Accommodation: Teahouse in Dzongla.
- Meals Included: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Day 11 : Trek to Lobuche
Trek
- Activity: Trek through the Khumbu Glacier to Lobuche, with stunning views of Ama Dablam.
- Distance/Duration: 4-5 hours of trekking.
- Accommodation: Teahouse in Lobuche.
- Meals Included: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Day 12 : Trek to Gorak Shep - Everest Base Camp - Gorak Shep
Trek
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- Activity: Trek to Everest Base Camp via the Khumbu Glacier and return to Gorak Shep.
- Distance/Duration: 7-8 hours of trekking.
- Accommodation: Teahouse in Gorak Shep.
- Meals Included: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Day 13 : Ascent of Kala Patthar - Trek to Lobuche
Trek
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- Activity: Summit Kala Patthar for panoramic views before descending to Lobuche.
- Distance/Duration: 3-4 hours for the ascent; 2-3 hours for descent.
- Accommodation: Teahouse in Lobuche.
- Meals Included: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Day 14 : Trek to Chukhung via Kongma La Pass
Trek
- Activity: Cross Kongma La Pass and descend to Chukhung, passing through Dingboche.
- Distance/Duration: 7-8 hours of trekking.
- Accommodation: Teahouse in Chukhung.
- Meals Included: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Day 15 : Trek to Tengboche
Trek
- Activity: Descend to Tengboche passing through lush valleys.
- Distance/Duration: 5-6 hours of trekking.
- Accommodation: Teahouse in Tengboche.
- Meals Included: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Day 16 : Trek to Namche
Trek
- Activity: Continue descending to Namche.
- Distance/Duration: 5-6 hours of trekking.
- Accommodation: Teahouse in Namche Bazaar.
- Meals Included: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Day 17 : Trek to Lukla
Trek
- Activity: Trek back to Lukla for a farewell party with guides and porters.
- Distance/Duration: 6-7 hours of trekking.
- Accommodation: Teahouse in Lukla.
- Meals Included: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Day 18 : Fly to Kathmandu
Fly
- Activity: Fly back to Kathmandu and transfer to your hotel.
- Distance/Duration: 35-minute flight.
- Accommodation: Hotel in Kathmandu.
- Meals Included: Breakfast.
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