Everest 3 Passes Trek: Renjo La, Cho La & Kongma La

Day 01: Arrival day in Kathmandu (1,300m/4,264 ft)

Car

20 Minutes

Overnight

Kathmandu

Meal

Welcome Dinner

Accommodation

Hotel

Welcome to the Himalayan country of Nepal. As planned earlier, one of our representatives will be waiting for you at the Tribhuvan International Airport to welcome you and assists you further in your trip. After taking some refreshments, we'll meet again in the evening and head for a short briefing about the trip that also includes a welcome dinner. Overnight at Hotel in Kathmandu.

Day 02: Kathmandu Valley sightseeing & preparation day for the trek (1,300m/4,264 ft)

Overnight

Kathmandu

Meal

Breakfast

Accommodation

Hotel

The day of the guided trip will start with a light breakfast. The trip takes you to cultural world heritage sites in Kathmandu valley, the places like the pilgrimage sites of the Hindu temple Pashupatinath, the world's biggest stupa at the Bouddhanath, and the monkey temple Swyambhunath will help you explore the World Heritage Sites listed by UNESCO. We will also visit the historical Kathmandu Durbar Square to explore its unique architecture and Kumari (living goddess). In the evening we will have a pre-trip discussion and introduction session with our fellow trekking staff for the trip. Overnight at the hotel in Kathmandu.

Day 03: Fly to Lukla (2,800m/9,186ft) & trek to Phakding (2,652m/8,700ft), a 3-4 hrs walk

Car

20 Minutes

Overnight

Phakding

Meal

3 Meals

Flight

27 Minutes

Walking

3-4 Hrs

Accommodation

Tea House

We will fly early from Kathmandu to Lukla for about 40 minutes of a scenic flight. After landing in Lukla, you will have time to stroll around and enjoy the time around the place. While the guide will be managing, sorting, and dividing the baggage to be carried by porters, you can explore the places. We will start our walk from Lukla passing through several Sherpa villages and a few suspension bridges. We will eventually reach Phakding, a dense settlement of Sherpa people. As this will be your first day of the trek, we will hike only for 3 to 4 hours and take time for adopting walking. We relax in the evening. You can also spend the time exploring the remaining time strolling around this Sherpa village. Overnight at Phakding.

Day 04: Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3,440m/11,283ft), 6-7 hrs walk

Overnight

Namche Bazaar

Meal

3 Meals

Walking

6-7 Hrs

Accommodation

Tea House

After breakfast, we will continue the walk up the bank of the Dudh Koshi. We cross the river twice by small suspension bridges before we reach Monjo. It is the entrance gate of the Sagarmatha National Park. When entering the National Park boundary, we will descend a few times. Then, a gradual walk will bring us to the suspension bridge over the Dudh-Koshi River that takes us further to Jorsalle village. The Jorsalle is the last village till Namche Bazaar. After walking for some time on the riverside, we will reach the Hilary suspension bridge. The walk will then ascent to the top of the big hill, Namche. Namche is a prosperous trading town and the capital of the Khumbu Region which is the home for the night.

Day 05: Acclimatization day at Namche Bazaar

Overnight

Namche Bazaar

Meal

3 Meals

Accommodation

Tea House

We will require an acclimatization day to familiarize ourselves with the increasing altitude so that we can adapt to the high altitude before heading up to a high elevation. Hence, we will take the day as the first acclimatization day in this trek. You can take a full day of leisure. You can also take a visit to the Everest View Point Hotel for a wonderful panoramic view. Besides, you can also take a short hike to Thame village or stroll around the market as per your wish. If the day is Saturday, you will get to see the lively & colorful market of Namche as Saturday used to be a typical day for people for shopping, exchange, and sail their goods. Also, you can also visit the Sherpa Museum to learn about Sherpa culture and the history of mountaineering. 

Day 06: Trek to Thame (3,800m), 3 to 4 hours

Overnight

Thame

Meal

3 Meals

Walking

3-4 Hrs

Accommodation

Tea House

After spending a day at Namche Bazaar, we will then take a separate way from the classical route of Everest Base Camp and walk into the left corner onward to Thame Village. It is the oldest village of Sherpa which used to be a trade route to Tibet and China. The Thame Gompa is situated 150m above the village. The picturesque monastery is set amongst the many homes of Lamas and lays people. Overnight at Thame.

Day 07: Trek to Marlung(4,137m), 4 to 5 hours

Overnight

Marlung

Meal

3 Meals

Walking

4-5 Hrs

Accommodation

Tea House

We continue the trek from Thame. The trail will head north to Thame Teng and on through several small villages such as Chanakpa, and Tauranga. We cross the yak field to reach Marlung village where we will stay overnight at the Mt. Tea house.

Day 08: Trek to Lungdeng (4,600m), 3 to 4 hours

Overnight

Lungdeng

Meal

3 Meals

Walking

3-4 Hrs

Accommodation

Tea House

We will walk approx 4 to 5 hours on the eighth day of the trip. We walk into the deserted hillside to reach Lungdeng where we will stay overnight at the basic Mt. Tea house. We can also stay at the tented camp if the tea house is not available.

Day 09: Trek to Renjo- La (17,580ft / 5360m) to Gokyo Lake (4800m)

Overnight

Gokyo

Meal

3 Meals

Walking

6-7 Hrs

Accommodation

Tea House

The ninth day of the trek will be a big day for us. We will cross the Renjo La, which will be one of the difficult days of the trip due to the increasing altitude and the nature of the walk. The weather is mostly clear in spring from March to May and from Sep to Nov. Hence, the favorable conditions are excellent during this time. After we reach the top of Renjola, we will get a very outstanding view. Walking onward to Gokyo, we go take a very careful walk involving some glacier walk on the way. We then walk to Gokyo via an easy trail downwards. Overnight at Gokyo.

Day 10: Acclimatization day at the Gokyo Lake

Overnight

Gokyo

Meal

3 Meals

Accommodation

Tea House

After some time at the Renjo-la, you would love to have this relaxing day at Gokyo. You may just rest at Gokyo or take a chance to explore the lake and enjoy the view. This is a great place to spend time. You will also get an opportunity to view the full part of Mt. Everest and Cho-Oyu. You can see the Northern part of Cho-Oyu base camp and the biggest glacier in the world Ngazumpa Glacier from the top. Stroll back to the hotel for overnight.

Day 11: Trek to Gokyo RI (5,330m/17,483ft), and trek to Thaknak (4750m/15580ft), a 7-8 hrs

Overnight

Thaknak

Meal

3 Meals

Walking

7-8 Hrs

Accommodation

Tea House

We will walk early this morning up to Gokyo Ri for the breathtaking view of the splashing sunrise on top of the mountain. We also get an amazing view of Mt. Everest and many more. This will be one of the unforgettable lifetime memories to gather around the top. We will have great memories, click some pictures and stroll back to Gokyo for breakfast. We will then trek down to Thaknak for the overnight.

Day 12: Trek to Cho-la Pass (5420m/17777ft) to Dzongla (4,850m/15908ft), a 5-6 hrs walk

Overnight

Dzongla

Meal

3 Meals

Walking

5-6 Hrs

Accommodation

Tea House

As you’ll be crossing the Cho-la, the day might be one of the tough days due to the higher altitude. The pass is not difficult but it is steep and involves a glacier traverse on the eastern side. After crossing the Cho-la, we reach Dzongla where we will be staying for the overnight.

Day 13: Trek to Gorakshep (5,160m/16,929ft), 5-6 hrs walk

Overnight

Gorakshep

Meal

3 Meals

Walking

5-6 Hrs

Accommodation

Tea House

We will continue our trek along the moraine of the glacier, taking in the views of Kalapatthar and Pumori. You have good chances to capture the best view of Mt. Nuptse in front of you walking along the Gorekshep. The trail up to the Gorakshep might be rocky and windy but it offers a good view of Pumori. You can also enjoy the beautiful views of the Everest Base camp and glacier with scenic Mountain Views. We will enjoy the night at Gorakshep in the higher elevation.

Day 14: Trek to Everest Base Camp (5,364m/17,593ft) and return to Lobuche overnight. 6 to 7 hrs

Overnight

Lobuche

Meal

3 Meals

Walking

6-7 Hrs

Accommodation

Tea House

After breakfast at Gorekshep,  we get ready for our adventure to the targeted destination. We will continue our trek towards the Everest Base Camp and Khumbu Ice-fall. The walk might get quite strenuous due to the high altitude and thin air. Also, the walk passes through rocky dunes and moraines till you reach the base camp. We will retrace the journey back from Gorekshep to Lobuche. Overnight at Lobuche.

Day 15: Trek from Lobuche - Kongma La (5,535m/18,159ft) - Chhukung (4,730m/15,518ft): 6-7 hrs

Overnight

Chhukung

Meal

3 Meals

Walking

6-7 Hrs

Accommodation

Tea House

After breakfast, we continue our trekking via Khumbu Glacier to Kongma La Base Camp (5,000m/16,404ft). We will ascend to Kongma Pass. The ascend will be a difficult part of our trek on this day. After we reach the Kongma La, we will see a cairn wrapped in prayer flags, and marks of the pass. Then we will descend gradual walks up the Imja Khola valley to Chhukung to Dingboche. Dingboche is a small summer settlement. Overnight at Dingboche.

Day 16: Trek to Tyangboche (3,867m/12684ft), 4-5 hrs walk

Overnight

Tyangboche

Meal

3 Meals

Walking

4-5 Hrs

Accommodation

Tea House

On the sixteenth day of the trek, the walk will be easy heading downhill to a lower elevation from Dingboche. The walk will be pleasant walk all the way to Tyangboche. After the bridge, our route descends following the stream towards Pangboche village. The further trek will take us down to Tyangboche. Tyangboche is one of the most beautiful places in the Himalayas.

Day 17: Trek to Monjo ((2680M/8791ft), 5-6 hrs walk

Overnight

Monjo

Meal

3 Meals

Walking

506 Hrs

Accommodation

Tea House

After breakfast, the treks will take us down to Phunkethanga. It is a small settlement with a couple of teahouses. From here, the trail will lead downhill through the forested path with great memories. After crossing the suspension bridge over the Dudh Koshi river, the trek will take onwards to a steep climb from Sanasa to Namche bazaar. We will trek further down to Monjo for an overnight stay.

Day 18: Trek to Lukla (2,800m/9,186ft), 6-7 hrs walk

Overnight

Lukla

Meal

3 Meals

Walking

6-7 Hrs

Accommodation

Tea House

After breakfast, we will trek back through the lush green scenery enjoying the beautiful view. We pass through the incredible mountain scenery and local Sherpa village. The trail will lead us finally to Lukla. After we arrive in Lukla, we will have time to relax and celebrate the completion of the trek.

Day 19 Fly back to Kathmandu (1,300m/4,264 ft)

Car

20 Minutes

Overnight

Kathmandu

Meal

Breakfast & Farewell Dinner

Flight

27 Minutes

Accommodation

Hotel

We will take an early morning flight to Kathmandu. Our guide will be helping you to transfer to your hotel. You will have time to relax after a long journey and take back your breath.

Day 20: Leisure at Kathmandu

Overnight

Kathmandu

Meal

Breakfast

Accommodation

Hotel

If there is bad weather in Lukla and we can’t take the flight the previous day, we will schedule the flight for the following day. If not, you can take a whole leisurely day.  On this pleasant day, you can also explore the Thamel or any areas in the Kathmandu valley for a last day shopping. In the evening, we will meet you again for our last farewell dinner at one of the typical Nepalese restaurants. Overnight at Kathmandu.

Day 21: Final Departure from Kathmandu

Car

20 Minutes

Meal

Breakfast

You will be free for this any last-minute shopping for gifts for your friends and family. We will help you transfer from Kathmandu international airport for your final departure to your onward destination. We wish you a wonderful Himalayan adventure with us!