Transport

Kathmandu – Lukla – Kathmandu round flight fare and domestic airport transfer.

Accommodation

Teahouse accommodation on a sharing basis during the trek

Guide

One government registered licensed local Sherpa trekking guide.

Others

All requisite trekking permits for Everest Base Camp trek. Salary, food and accommodation of your guide and porters. Insurance and trekking gear for your guide and porters. Trek completion certificate, goodies and souvenir

Optional

Optional-private porter who can carry upto 10kgs of luggage

Meals

Food (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) during the trek

Flights

Flights are not included

Not included:

Insurance

Insurance is not included

Others

All the bar bills- Alcoholic beverages, Sodas & Packed Drinking water bottles Hot shower, hot water, internet, phone calls during trekking. Personal& Rescue travel insurance, trekking gear and equipment’s, Rescue operation charge in case of emergency. Any cost that arise due to change of itinerary, flight delay, natural calamities etc. Token of Gratitude and tips for guide and porters.

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Day 1 Fly To Lukla And Trek To Phakding
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Fly To Lukla And Trek To Phakding

2610 meters

Take exciting and adventurous flight to Lukla (2800m) from Kathmandu with beautiful views of landscape and snow capped mountains and start our trek to Phakding. It is pleasant walk of 3 hours today passing many colorful Tibetan Buddhist prayer walls, monasteries and monuments. We have a tea or lunch trek on the way to Phakding. Phakding is a beautiful town of Sherpa village at the altitude of 2610m. When you arrive, you will check into your room and spend the rest of the afternoon relaxing and starting the acclimatization process. Make sure you keep well hydrated, drinking 4 to 5 liters of water a day is essential all the way through the trek. 9km (5.6 ml) to Phakding. Overnight stay in lodge.
Day 2 Trek To Namche Bazar(3440M)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Trek To Namche Bazar(3440M)

3440 meters

After hot breakfast; we start our trek to Namche viaToktok, Benkar, Monjo and Jorsalle. For the first couple of hours on day 2 you will get to cross some of the famous suspension bridges, while gradually moving up-hill towards the entrance to the Sagarmatha National Park, the official entrance to the Everest Region. You continue downhill on for a short time before it levels out to flat ground on mixed terrain. The trail then follows the river to the final high suspension bridge before you begin the long ‘Namche Hill’, which can take 2 hours, to reach the Sherpa village of Namche Bazaar. Our itinerary has us based in Namche Bazaar for 2 nights at (3,340m / 11,286ft) The total for today’s trekking is usually 5-6 hours long with plenty of breaks and rest along the way. There are many exposed parts on the trail so be aware of your surroundings and stay away from drops and exposed parts of the trail. From Phakding to Namche is 14 km/ 5 miles Stay overnight in lodge.
Day 3 Acclimatization Day At Namche Bazar
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Acclimatization Day At Namche Bazar

Taking rest is vital for the trekkers to schedule an ‘acclimatization day’ to acclimatize our body and to avoid AMS further up the trail. This never means we have to stop walking but it is always suggested to hike to higher elevation and sleep at lower so we can hike up to Everest view hotel for panoramic and spectacular view of mountains, walk to twin Sherpa village (Khumjung and Khunde) and visit Sherpa museum or hang around at Namche Bazaar. There are many hotels, lodges, restaurants, bars, cyber café, boutiques, souvenir shops and groceries at Namche. This place is nice to hang around. Stay over in lodge.
Day 4 Trek To Tengboche
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Trek To Tengboche

5hours walk

3870 meters

Today; we hike towards Tengboche at the altitude of 3870m. In the morning, we start our trek like as before days and the trail first goes up for 20minutes then continues to straight pleasing trail until reaching Kyanjuma and takes about 1 and half hour walk and then the trail drops down to the Dudh Kosi River and cross by suspension bridge at Phungitenga. We can see a series of picturesque water driven prayer wheel. Then we will have lunch in Phungi Thangna. From here it will take 2 to 3 hours to hike up the long hill to the town of Tengboche. This is a gradual but long ascent and the total time will be 5 - 6 hours of hiking today. 12km/ 7.5 miles. Explore the region’s most active Buddhist Monastery at 4PM and visit sacred land exhibition center. The views of the mountains are fabulous in the morning and evening. Stay overnight in Lodge.
Day 5 Trek To Dingboche
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Trek To Dingboche

5 hours walk

4410 meters

The trail continues through the Rhododendrons, birch and blue pine forests until reaching the suspension bridge near the Pangboche village which takes about 2 hours. Then we cross the bridge and we climb up gently steep trail until Pangboche village. We will have lunch break at Somare. After lunch the trail continues in the isolated pastures and fields till Orsho, left trail goes to Pheriche and right trail continues to Dingboche. Then we continue our trek to following the upstream of Imja Khola. Finally we arrive in Dingboche which takes about 2 hours. Now we have a good view of Amadablam, Island Peak, Lhotse, Tawache, Tsolache, Lobuche and other peaks. Stay overnight in lodge.
Day 6 Another Rest And Acclimatization Day In Dingboche
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Another Rest And Acclimatization Day In Dingboche

Today, we spend another night in Dingbouche to further the acclimatization process. From here we will aim to reach the height of (4,900m/ 16,076ft), gaining 500m/1,640ft, in this acclimatization trek which should take approximately 3 hours. We will enjoy the views and rest for about 30-45 mins at the high point before dropping back down for lunch and an afternoon of relaxing. 3km/ 1.86 miles and 500m/ 1,640 feet of ascent and descent. We have option to hike Nangkar Tshang (5616m), this is will be physically much demanding but worth of better view of Mount Makalu and surrounding peaks. Overnight in Dingboche in lodge.
Day 7 Trek To Dingboche – Chhukung (4730M)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Trek To Dingboche – Chhukung (4730M)

2 -3 hours walk

After breakfast we set up for Chhukung. It is a short day today so we can trek leisurely. We can have stunning sun set view over Mt. Lhotse and Kwangde in south from Chhukung. And stay overnight in lodge.
Day 8 Chhukung– Kongma La Pass (5535M) - Lobuche (4930M)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Chhukung– Kongma La Pass (5535M) - Lobuche (4930M)

7-8 Hours walk

To cross Kongma La in a single day, we start early morning. Carry plenty of water and snacks. There is no tea house facility between Chhukung and Labuche. You have an amazing view from top of the pass. Walk down to Labuche and stay overnight in lodge.
Day 9 Lobuche - Gorakshep (5160M) - Hike To Everest Base Camp - Gorakshep
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Lobuche - Gorakshep (5160M) - Hike To Everest Base Camp - Gorakshep

5160 meters

After breakfast hot breakfast in the morning, we continue our trek in the left bank of Khumbu glacier and steep climb up till Changri glacier, and then short descend to reach Gorak shep. It takes about 2 and half hour. We take lunch break there, book room and dropped stuffs then hike to Everest Base Camp. Stay overnight in lodge.
Day 10 Hike Up To Kalapathr (5545M) And Trek To Dzonglha (4830M)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Hike Up To Kalapathr (5545M) And Trek To Dzonglha (4830M)

5 - 6 hours walk

5545 meters

Early in the morning, hike up to Kala Pathar/5545m; meaning black stone. It is 400m ascends to Kala Pathar view point from hotel, takes max. 2 hours. Now the view is 360˙degreet view of Mt. Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Khumbutse, Pumori, Lingtren, Amadablam, Thamserku, Lobuche peak and other peaks all around. There is also unobstructed view of sunrise and sunset. Then we walk down to hotel after breakfast continues our trek to Dzongla via Lobuche. It takes about 4 hours to Dzonglha from Gorakshep. Stay overnight in lodge.
Day 11 Trek To Dzonglha – Chola (5420M) – Thakna (4700M)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Trek To Dzonglha – Chola (5420M) – Thakna (4700M)

7 -8 hours walk

5420 meters

We should take a heavy breakfast because there is not any tea shop between Dzonglha and Thakna. We have to carry some snacks, dry food, cookies and enough water. It is better to start to trek very early in the morning as it is windy at day time. Our guide or porter carries tea or hot water to keep you rehydrate on the way. It takes 7-8 hours to get to Thakna from Dzonglha via strenuous Chola Pass/5417m. Stay overnight in lodge.

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Day 12 Thangnak - Gokyo (4750M) 2-3 Hours And Hike To Fourth Lake
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Thangnak - Gokyo (4750M) 2-3 Hours And Hike To Fourth Lake

2-3 hours walk

4750 meters

After breakfast, the trail continues gently up and down by crossing Nzojumba glacier until reaching Gokyo which takes about 2 and half hour. Now you have a great view of Cho-Oyu and other peaks. You can see the second lake during the trail before reaching Gokyo. Gokyo Lake is third lake which is also known as Dudh Pokhari; meaning milk pond. You have lunch break and take rest. After lunch walk to fourth or fifth lake with your guide to explore. Stay overnight in lodge.
Day 13 Rest Or Excursion Day In Gokyo, Hike To Gokyo Peak (5560M)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Rest Or Excursion Day In Gokyo, Hike To Gokyo Peak (5560M)

5560 meters

Hike up to Gokyo Peak or Gokyo Ri which is 5560 meter high. About 2 hours climb up; for sun rise view and incredible mountain. The view is far better than Kala Patthar in your trekking. You have an excellent view of four of eight, eight-thousanders including Mt Everest (8848m), Mt. Lhotse (8510m) Mt. Makalu (8463), Cho Oyu (8153m), Pumori, Amadablam and other peaks. You have also unobstructed view of Sunrise from the top. Come back to hotel and stay there overnight.
Day 14 Gokyo – Renjo La (5417M) - Lungden (4350M)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Gokyo – Renjo La (5417M) - Lungden (4350M)

7 - 8 hours walk

Early in the morning, we start our trek to Lungden via Renjola Pass (5417m); last pass of 3 high passes in our trek. The view from is magical from top of Renjo La. World’s highest peak Mt Everest (8848m), Mt. Lhotse (8510m), Mt. Makalu (8463m), Cho Oyu (8153m), Amadablem And many other peaks are seen. Stay overnight at lodge
Day 15 Lunden – Thame (3800M) - Namche Bazaar (3440M)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Lunden – Thame (3800M) - Namche Bazaar (3440M)

Lodge

6-7 Hours walk.

3800 meters

We walk down to Thame village which is beautiful Sherpa village. It is an easy walk down to the village and continue to Namche. . It is an easy walk of about four hours takes us to Namche Bazaar from Thame. You can treat yourself with bottle of beer. Yes you deserve it! And hang around in Namche as your trek is about to end after one day, enjoy the delights at the Namche cafes and bakeries or play a few rounds of pool at Cafe Danfe before we rest up for the long walk back to Lukla tomorrow. 22km/ 13.7 miles

Stay overnight at lodge
Day 16 Trek To Lukla(2800M)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Trek To Lukla(2800M)

7-8 hours walk

2800m meters

This is another long day and can be one of the hardest as your body is tired after the trek. You start the day going back down Namche Hill and then the long stretch back to Lukla. You will pass Phakding before starting the last uphill section into Lukla where we will sleep for one more night. Today’s trek can take 7 to 8 hours. 21km/ 13 miles. Overnight in Lukla in lodge
Day 17 Adios Everest; Fly To Kathmandu
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Adios Everest; Fly To Kathmandu

After hot breakfast at Lukla fly back to Kathmandu from Lukla at around 8:30am. It is a picturesque flight of 35 minutes. Get back to your hostel,take a hot shower,give your clothes for laundry and have some scrumptious delicacies at the café also do some last hour shopping for loved and dear ones

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17 days tour

The Three High Pass Trek

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Itinerary of your trip The Three High Pass Trek

Fly To Lukla And Trek To Phakding

Trek To Namche Bazar(3440M)

Acclimatization Day At Namche Bazar

Trek To Tengboche

Trek To Dingboche

Another Rest And Acclimatization Day In Dingboche

Trek To Dingboche – Chhukung (4730M)

Chhukung– Kongma La Pass (5535M) - Lobuche (4930M)

Lobuche - Gorakshep (5160M) - Hike To Everest Base Camp - Gorakshep

Hike Up To Kalapathr (5545M) And Trek To Dzonglha (4830M)

Trek To Dzonglha – Chola (5420M) – Thakna (4700M)

Thangnak - Gokyo (4750M) 2-3 Hours And Hike To Fourth Lake

Rest Or Excursion Day In Gokyo, Hike To Gokyo Peak (5560M)

Gokyo – Renjo La (5417M) - Lungden (4350M)

Lunden – Thame (3800M) - Namche Bazaar (3440M)

Trek To Lukla(2800M)

Adios Everest; Fly To Kathmandu

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