Overview
The Three Passes Trek is the most comprehensive and rewarding way to experience the Everest region. By crossing Kongma La (5,535 m), Cho La (5,420 m), and Renjo La (5,465 m), trekkers gain access to hidden valleys, remote glaciers, and viewpoints that the standard routes simply don't reach.
This route combines the best of both the EBC Classic and Gokyo Lakes treks — you'll stand at Everest Base Camp, summit Kala Patthar and Gokyo Ri, and walk beside the Ngozumpa Glacier, all in one epic circular journey. Prior trekking experience at altitude is strongly recommended.
Highlights
- Cross three dramatic high passes: Kongma La, Cho La, and Renjo La
- Visit Everest Base Camp (5,364 m) and stand on the Khumbu Glacier
- Sunrise panorama from Kala Patthar (5,545 m)
- Explore the sacred Gokyo Lakes and summit Gokyo Ri (5,357 m)
- Remote glacial terrain rarely seen by regular trekkers
- The most complete Khumbu experience available
Itinerary
Kathmandu → Lukla → Namche Bazaar (3,440 m)
Fly to Lukla and trek to Phakding, then continue up to Namche Bazaar the next day.
Acclimatisation — Namche Bazaar
Two nights at Namche to acclimatise properly; hike to Everest View Hotel and explore the market.
Namche → Dingboche (4,410 m)
Trek via Tengboche monastery and descend to the Imja Khola valley.
Dingboche → Chhukung (4,730 m)
Short but high-altitude day up the Imja valley toward Island Peak base.
Cross Kongma La (5,535 m) → Lobuche (4,940 m)
The first and highest pass — a technical but spectacular crossing with full glacier views.
Lobuche → Gorak Shep → EBC (5,364 m)
Reach Everest Base Camp on the Khumbu Glacier — the emotional centrepiece of the trek.
Kala Patthar (5,545 m) → Dzongla (4,830 m)
Pre-dawn Everest sunrise, then descend and traverse to Dzongla to prepare for Cho La.
Cross Cho La (5,420 m) → Thagnak (4,700 m)
The glacier crossing on Cho La is the most technical section — crampons required in season.
Thagnak → Gokyo (4,790 m)
Arrive at the turquoise Gokyo Lakes beside the Ngozumpa Glacier.
Gokyo Ri (5,357 m) & Lakes Exploration
Summit Gokyo Ri for a four-8,000-m-peak panorama; explore the upper lakes in the afternoon.
Cross Renjo La (5,465 m) → Lungden (4,380 m)
The final pass delivers a stunning farewell view of the entire Khumbu massif.
Lungden → Thame → Namche Bazaar
Descend through the quiet Thame valley back to Namche over two days.
Namche → Lukla (2,840 m)
Last day of trekking; celebratory dinner in Lukla.
Fly Lukla → Kathmandu + Buffer
Morning flight back and two contingency days for weather delays.
Includes & Excludes
✓ Included
- Domestic flights (KTM–Lukla–KTM)
- All teahouse accommodation
- All meals on trek
- Experienced mountain guide
- Porter (1 per 2 trekkers)
- Sagarmatha National Park permit
- TIMS card
- Crampons & safety equipment
- First-aid kit & oxygen
✕ Excluded
- International flights
- Nepal visa fees
- Travel insurance (mandatory)
- Personal trekking gear
- Tips for guide and porter
- Hot showers & charging fees
- Personal snacks and drinks
- Kathmandu hotel
Trek Photos
Cancellation Policy
| Notice Period | Refund |
|---|---|
| 60 days or more | 90% refunded |
| 45 – 59 days | 75% refunded |
| 30 – 44 days | 50% refunded |
| 15 – 29 days | 25% refunded |
| 14 days or fewer | No refund |
| No show | No refund |