Three Pass Trek

                                        
                                        destination
                                        Everest Base Camp, Renjo La,Kalapathar
                                    
                                        duration
                                        22 Days
                                    
                                        grade
                                        Moderate
                                    
                                        start/end point
                                        Kathmandu/Kathmandu
                                    
                                        max altitude
                                        5545m
                                    
                                        meal
                                        Available
                                    
                                        accommodation
                                        Available
                                    
                                        season
                                        Oct to Nov/Mar to May

Overview

Three-Pass-Trek is legendary for its thrilling experience in the Everest region of Nepal, which provides you with amazing topography of the entire snow-capped peaks that rises along with the stunning views of Mt. Everest, Cho-Oyu, Makalu, and Lhotse. The trek offers you the exciting experience of the varied cultural and religious values of the Nepalese people. During the journey, we will cross 5000 meters’ of passes including Kongma La (5535m), Chola Pass (5420m), and Renjo La (5446m).
Furthermore, we will have various opportunities to experience the exhilarating views of four famous mountains of Nepal; Mt. Everest (8849m), Lhotse (8516m), Malaku (8463m), and Cho-Oyu (8201m). The trek provides chances to visit eight superb destinations over 5000 meters, namely Nangkartshang Ri (5083m), Chukung Ri, Kongma La, Everest Base Camp, Kalapattar, Chola Pass, Gokyo Ri, and Renjo La. The stunning views of Namche Bazaar, Chhukung Ri, Everest Base Camp, Kalapattar, Gokyo Lakes, Gokyo Ri, and Renjo La and so many opportunities throughout the trail make your journey one of the most unforgettable memories in your life. Besides the beautiful views of the mountains, we will get the chance to experience the unique lifestyle of the Sherpa People. There is a beautiful Sherpa village in Maralung and the ancient monastery of Thame village, which provides you wonderful opportunities to feel uniqueness.
The journey begins with an exhilarating flight to Lukla from Kathmandu. Along the trail, we will stay at Namche Bazaar got acclimatize and complete our trail by coming down to Lukla via Thame village by making a big circle. In summary, the trek to Three Pass in Khumbu covers most of the areas of the Everest Region and gives chances to experience it by visiting physically. However, it is a demanding trek so you need to be a good adventurer.

Trip Highlights

Historical, cultural city of the heritage places in Kathmandu valley
Eye opening & thrilling flights between Kathmandu and Lukla
Meeting Sherpas, renowned for their fantastic tales and cheeky humor
Good and tidy lodges with perfect views of the mountains
Sagarmatha National Park
Namche Bazaar, which is unofficial capital and the gateway of Khumbu region
Beautiful Sherpa community and their distinctive lifestyle and religion.
Tengboche Monastery, which is the biggest monastery in the world
Chhukung Ri, one of the Panoramic view point
Khongma La Pass, one of the most challenging experience among three passes
Everest Base Camp, where thousands of people visit every years
Kalapattar, which is the best view point to see Mt. Everest and its surrounding mountains from closer
Chola Pass, one of the challenging experience
Turquoise Lake of Gokyo, which is also one of the Holy Lakes in Nepal
Gokyo Ri, which is one of the best vantage point to view the whole mountains in Khumbu region in Panoramic view
Renjo La Pass, which is the best view point to see the whole mountains in Khumbu region in Panoramic view including Makalu
Thame Monastery, which is the oldest monasteries in the Khumbu
Flora and fauna

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive to Kathmandu and then transfer to the Hotel

You will be greeted by a representative of Rai Treks and Expedition Pvt Ltd; at the Tribhuvan International Airport upon your arrival to the country of breathtaking mountains and the city of temples. Our personnel will accompany you to your Hotel room for the night. In the evening, we will host a dinner program and advise you on the trekking itinerary in a traditional Nepali restaurant

Day 2: Guided sightseeing in Kathmandu and trek preparation day in Kathmandu and trek preparation Day in Kathmandu

SIGHTSEEING INCLUDES:

PASHUPATINATH TEMPLE

Pashupatinath is one of the most significant and the biggest Hindu temples of Shiva in the world, which is in the heart of Kathmandu nearby the airport. There is no certain data how old the temple is, however; it is believed that the site had been existed since 400 BC. The current temple was built in 1692 CE. Shiva is the God of Gods symbolizing the “destruction” among three main Gods according to Hinduism – Brahma, Bishnu and Maheshwor (Shiva). Brahma creates living things, Bishnu preserves them and Shiva destroys them at the end. Pashupatinath is listed in the World Heritage site in the lists of UNESCO World Heritage Sites. It was enlisted in 1979 AD. Pashupatinath is one of the 275 Paadal Petra Sthalams (Holy Abodes of Shiva)..

BOUDHANATH STUPA

It is also called Baudha, is the larget spherical stupa in the world. It was built in the 6th century CE, in the Licchavi regime. It was expanded around the 14th century. It is situated in the northeastern outskirts of Kathmandu, about 6 km from far from the heart of Kathmandu, Thamel. It was enlisted in the UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979AD. Buadhanath is one of the popular places to visit on your visit to Nepal.

SWAYAMBHUNATH (MONKEY TEMPLE)

It is also called Monkey temple as you can see hundreds of monkeys around there when you visit there, which is the oldest religious site in Nepal. It was built in the 6th century CE, in the Licchavi regime. It was expanded around the 14th century. There is no enough proof when it was built, however; it is believed that it was built around 2500 years ago. It is also believed that it was created itself at the beginning so it is named Swayam (self) bhu (earth) nath (god) – which means it is created itself from the earth. It was enlisted in the UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979AD. It is situated around 3 km far from Thamel, in the west direction. Swayambhunath is one of the popular places to visit on your visit to Nepal.

Day 3: Fly to Lukla and Trek to Monjo (2840m)

Day 4: Trek to Namche (3,400m), 3-4 hours of walking

Day 5: Acclimatization Day in Namche Bazaar

Day 6: Trek to Tengboche (3867m) from Namche

Day 7: Trek to Dingboche (4410m) from Tengboche

Day 8: Acclimatization day in Dingboche

Day 9: Trek to Chhukung village (4730m)

Day 10: Trek to Lobuche (4930m) via Khongma La (5535m)

Day 11: Trek to Gorakshep (5180m) – carry on to Base Camp after lunch. Retrace back to Gorakshep for overnight

Day 12: Early morning excursion to Kalapattar (5545m) and back to Gorakshep and trek to Dzongla (4830m) after breakfast

Day 13: Trek to Dragnag (4680m) via Chola Pass (5420m)

Day 14: Trek to Gokyo Lake (4850m)

Day 15: Early excursion to Gokyo Ri (5357m) - Balance day; Explore around Gokyo or Rest

Day 16: Trek to Lungdhen (4380m) via Renjo La (5446m) from Gokyo

Day 17: Trek to Thame (3800m)

Day 18: Trek back to Monjo

Day 19: Trek back to Lukla

Day 20: Fly back to Kathmandu

Day 21: Independent sightseeing and shopping

Day 22: Final departure for your home country

Inclusion / Exclusion

Inclusion

All airport pickup and drop on Private vehicle
4 Nights’ accommodation in Kathmandu at Standard Hotel on Bed & Breakfast Basis
Returned tickets from Kathmandu to Lukla and back to Kathmandu
Full day guided sightseeing in Kathmandu including all transportation and entry fees to enter to the Heritage places
Trek on Full Board Basis (BLD - Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner with Hot drink - tea/coffee) and accommodation in the Lodge during the trek.
1 professional English speaking guide including all his meals, transportation and daily wages
1 assistant guide between the team of 5 people including all his meals, transportation and daily wages
1 porter between two people including all his meals, transportation and daily wages
Trekking permit, National Park entry Permit & TIMS card fees
All insurance for trekking crew members
First Aid Medical Kits including Basic Medicines for trekking crew members
Duffel Bag if needed
Trekking map
Farewell dinner in Kathmandu

Exclusion

International airfare
Nepal Entry Visa Fee, which is USD50 for 30 days and USD30 for 15 days
Personal Insurance (Travel, Emergency Medical, Rescue)
Meal (Lunch and dinner) during stay in Kathmandu
Personal Trekking Gears, extra expenses Phone Calls, Water, Laundry, Bar Bills, Battery Recharge, Internet etc
Mineral water, cold drinks and bar Bills
Tipping for guides and porters, which is not mandatory but it is customary in Nepal