Everest three pass trek (21 Days)

Basic Info ( ETP ) $ 1825 per person

Duration 21
Group Size 2-20
TransportaionPickup/Drop & sightseeing by private vehicle, Kathmandu - Lukla - Kathmandu by domestic flight
Altitude 5,357 m/17,575 ft
Accomodations Hotel in Kathmandu, Tea house/Lodge/Tended camp during trek
Best Seasons Spring (March to May) and Autumn (September to November)
Activities Trekking, Hiking
Meals Welcome and Farewell dinner at Kathmandu, All meals during trek(Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Basic Intro

The Everest Three Passes trek offers you the most mesmerizing views of the lofty Himalayan Range. This itinerary covers all the destinations like Gokyo Lake, Everest Base Camp, and all three passes in this package. This Everest Three Passes Trek is best for those trekkers who want Everest trekking through adventurous trails Everest Three Pass Trekking will be the best option for them. The major attractions of this trek are the Renjo, Chola and Kongma La passes. We also visit the highlight most popular place of this trek the ‘Everest Base Camp’.
This Three Passes trekking goes via several Sherpa villages, which is the best opportunity to observe the authentic lifestyle of mountain people. Like other trekking of the Everest region this trekking also trek starts with the flight from Kathmandu to the Lukla Airport, the gateway of Everest Namche Bazar (3440m) a Sherpa territory. Namche Bazaar is the main center of the Everest (Khumbu) region and has government offices, ATMs, Internet cafes, shops, restaurants, a bakery, and many more. This is a very good place for acclimatization. From Namche Bazaar it takes the path to Thame village and Lungdhen. The next morning of their arrival in Lungdhen they move to cross first past Renjola. Crossing Renjola they down to beautiful mountain lake Gokyo. That night they sleep in the mountain lodge near Gokyo Lake. Next morning first of all our trekking guide takes them to climb Gokyo Ri. Another day we took us to Everest Base Camp via Gorakshep, the flat field below Kala Patthar, 5,545 meters (18,192 ft), and Mt. Pumori.  Alternatively, the comeback route can be arranged through the Chola Pass and the Thame trail offers the pleasure adventurous psyche with a more marvelous view of the lofty High Himalayas exploring the Nepalese culture and tradition of the Khumbu Region.

Day 01: Arrival, transfer to Hotel 
Day 02: Kathmandu: Sightseeing and Trek Preparation 
Day 03:  Kathmandu - Lukla [2,800 m/9,184 ft] - Phakding (2,652 m/8,700 ft): 3-4 hrs 
Day 04: Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3,440m/11,283ft), 5-6 hrs walk 
Day 05: Acclimatization day at Namche Bazaar 
Day 06: Trek to Thame, (3800m), 3-4 hrs
Day 07: Trek to Marlung, (4137m), 4-5 hrs 
Day 08: Trek to Lungdeng (4600m), 3-4 hrs
Day 09: Trek to Renjo- La (17,929ft / 5465m) to Gokyo Lake (4800m) \
Day 10: Relax Day at Gokyo Lake
Day 11: Hike to Gokyo RI (5,330m/17,483ft), and trek to Thangnag (4750m/15580ft), 6-7 hrs walk 
Day 12: Trek to Cho-la Pass (5367m/17604ft) to Dzongla (4,850m/15908ft), 5-6 hrs walk 
Day 13: Trek to Loubuche [4940 m/16,207 ft]: 4-5 hrs 
Day 14: Trek to Gorakshep (5,160m/16,929ft), 5-6 hrs walk 
Day 15: Trek to Everest Base Camp (5,357m/17,575ft) and return to Lobuche overnight. 6 to 7 hrs 
Day 16: Lobuche - Kongma La (5,535m/18,159ft) - Chhukung (4,730m/15,518ft): 6-7 hrs 
Day 17: Trek to Tyangboche (3,867m/12684ft), 4-5 hrs walk 
Day 18:  Tengboche to Namche Bazaar (3,570m/11,710ft): 5-6 hrs
Day 19: Namche Bazaar-Lukla (2,800m/9,186ft): 6-8 hrs 
Day 20: Fly back to Kathmandu (1,300m/4,264 ft) 
Day 21: Departure from Kathmandu 


Includes


  • Airport pickup/drop.
  • 3-star Hotel in Kathmandu(Hotel Bliss International or similar category) with Breakfast.
  • Welcome and farewell dinner.
  • Guided sightseeing in Kathmandu with a tour guide by private car/jeep.
  • Round trips flight from Kathmandu to Lukla and Lukla to Kathmandu and airport departure taxes.
  • Teahouse/Lodge accommodation during the trek with all meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
  • An experienced English-speaking trek leader (trekking guide), assistant trek leader (4 trekkers: 1 assistant guide), and Sherpa porters to carry luggage (2 trekkers:1 porter) including their salary, insurance, equipment, flight, food, and lodging.
  • All necessary paperwork and permits.
  • All government and local taxes.

 


Not Includes


  • Nepal visa fee
  • International Airfare.
  • Excess baggage charges.
  • Entrance fee during the sightseeing in Kathmandu.
  • Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu and during Trek.
  • Lunch and Dinner at Kathmandu.
  • Travel and rescue insurance.
  • Personal expenses (phone calls, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, extra porters, bottle or boiled water, shower, etc)
  • Tips for guides and porters.

 


Equipment List


Equipment Check List

Head:

  • Sun hat or scarf
  • Light balaclava or warm fleece hat
  • Sunglasses with UV protection

Lower Body:

  • Lightweight cotton long pants/ Hiking shorts
  •  Fleece or wool pants (seasonal)
  •  Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell pants

Feet :

  • Thin, lightweight inner socks
  •  Thick, warm wool hiking socks
  •  Hiking boots with spare laces
  •  Camp shoes (sneakers and/or sandals)

Upper Body: 

  • T-shirts 
  • Fleece jacket or pullover
  •  Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell jacket
  •  Down vest and/or jacket

Hands: 

  • Lightweight gloves

Accessories: 

  • Sleeping bag rated to zero degrees F
  • Headlamp with spare bulbs and batteries 
  • Trekking Bags/Duffel bag 
  • Basic First Aid Kit 
  • Large plastic bags
  •  for keeping items dry inside the trekking bag
  •  Trekking Poles
  • Water bottles
  •  Toiletries (Small wash towel, Toilet paper, etc)

Toiletries (it’s up to your comfort label): 

  • 1 medium-sized quick-drying towel 
  • Toothbrush/paste (preferably biodegradable)
  •  Multipurpose soap (preferably biodegradable)
  •  Deodorants
  •  Nail clippers
  •  Face and body moisturizer
  •  Feminine hygiene products 
  • Small mirror

Personal Hygiene (it’s up to your comfort label):

  • Wet wipes (baby wipes)
  •  Tissue /toilet roll 
  • Anti-bacterial
  • hand wash
  •  Diamox (Drugs for altitude sickness in case)
  •  Water purified pills

Extras/Luxuries (it’s up to your comfort lable) 

  • Binoculars (optional) 
  • Reading book 
  • Journal & Pen
  •  Pencils and small notebooks
  •  Travel games i.e. chess, backgammon, scrabble

Useful Information


Autumn (Sept. to Nov.) and Spring (March to May) are the best seasons for the Annapurna Base Camp Trek. The weather is sunny and warm with outstanding views. If you wish to avoid crowds and enjoy some alone time with nature then taking this trip during winter (Dec., Jan., and Feb.) could also be an option. However, the temperature during winter could be harsh for most guests. Trekking in the Summer or Monsoon seasons (June to Aug.) will be affected by rain but the Summer trek could be a boon for a keen botanist.