An epic once in a lifetime trek through Nepal’s most dramatic Himalayan landscapes, designed for serious adventurers seeking the ultimate Everest experience.
Cross all three high passes – Kongma La, Cho La & Renjo La 🧗♂️
Stand at Everest Base Camp & witness the Khumbu Icefall 🏕️
Sunrise at Kala Patthar with close-up Everest views 🌅
Explore Sherpa culture in Namche & Tengboche Monastery 🛕
Gokyo Lakes & Gokyo Ri – the most scenic viewpoint in Khumbu 💎
💡 With accommodation, meals, domestic flights, permits, guides, porters, and safety equipment already included, this trek lets you focus purely on the adventure.
This is not a regular Everest trek - it’s the ultimate Himalayan challenge. Limited departures. Serious trekkers only.
Day 1 – Arrival in Kathmandu ✈️ Arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport and transfer to your hotel. After check in, attend a detailed trek briefing, receive route maps, and essential do’s & don’ts for the journey ahead.
Day 2 – Fly to Lukla & Trek to Phakding 🏔️ Fly from Kathmandu to Lukla (2,850m). Meet your trekking crew and begin a gentle trek through Sherpa villages, mani stones, and prayer flags to Phakding (2,610m). Duration: 4–5 hours | Meals: B/L/D
Day 3 – Trek to Namche Bazaar 🌄 Trek through pine forests, cross suspension bridges including the iconic Hillary Bridge, and enter Sagarmatha National Park. Enjoy your first glimpse of Mt. Everest before reaching Namche Bazaar (3,440m). Duration: 5–6 hours | Meals: B/L/D
Day 4 – Acclimatization Day at Namche Bazaar 🧭 Rest and acclimatize with optional hikes to Khunde or Thame, or explore Namche’s markets, bakeries, and museums. Visit the Sagarmatha National Park Visitor Center.
Day 5 – Trek to Tengboche Monastery 🛕 Trek with stunning views of Everest, Ama Dablam, Lhotse, and Nuptse. Reach Tengboche (3,867m) and visit the region’s largest Buddhist monastery for an afternoon prayer ceremony. Duration: 5–6 hours | Meals: B/L/D
Day 6 – Trek to Dingboche 🌬️ Descend through Pangboche and alpine villages, then climb steadily into the Imja Valley to reach Dingboche (4,260m), known for its stone-walled fields. Duration: 4–5 hours | Meals: B/L/D
Day 7 – Trek to Lobuche 🏔️ A gradual ascent with panoramic views of snow-capped peaks including Makalu. Optional hike to Lobuche Ri for acclimatization and mountain views. Duration: 4–5 hours | Meals: B/L/D
Day 8 – Cross Kongma La Pass & Trek to Lobuche ❄️ Early start to cross Kongma La Pass (5,535m) - the first of the three high passes. Traverse glaciers and moraines before descending to Lobuche. Duration: 7–9 hours | Meals: B/L/D
Day 9 – Everest Base Camp & Gorak Shep 🏕️ Trek to Gorak Shep (5,170m) and onward to Everest Base Camp (5,364m). Witness the Khumbu Icefall before returning to Gorak Shep for the night. Duration: 6–7 hours | Meals: B/L/D
Day 10 – Kala Patthar Sunrise & Trek to Dzongla 🌅 Early morning hike to Kala Patthar (5,643m) for the best close up views of Mt. Everest. Descend and trek to Dzongla near Cho La Pass. Duration: 6–7 hours | Meals: B/L/D
Day 11 – Cross Cho La Pass to Thangnak 🧊 One of the toughest days. Cross Cho La Pass (5,367m) with icy sections and dramatic views of Cho La Lake and surrounding peaks. Descend to Thangnak. Duration: 7–9 hours | Meals: B/L/D
Day 12 – Trek to Gokyo Lakes 💙 Trek alongside the Ngozumpa Glacier and arrive at the stunning turquoise Gokyo Lakes (4,750m). Duration: 3–4 hours | Meals: B/L/D
Day 13 – Gokyo Ri or Fifth Lake Exploration 🏔️ Climb Gokyo Ri (5,357m) for panoramic views of Everest, Cho Oyu, Makalu & Lhotse or hike to the remote Fifth Lake near Cho Oyu’s base. Duration: 5–6 hours | Meals: B/L/D
Day 14 – Cross Renjo La Pass & Descend to Marlung 🌄 Cross the final and most scenic Renjo La Pass (5,360m) with breathtaking 360° Himalayan views. Descend to Marlung via frozen lakes. Duration: 7–9 hours | Meals: B/L/D
Day 15 – Trek to Monjo via Namche Bazaar 🌲 Trek through rhododendron forests and Sherpa villages, passing Namche Bazaar before reaching Monjo. Duration: 5–6 hours | Meals: B/L/D
Day 16 – Trek from Monjo to Lukla 🏁 Final trekking day as you return to Lukla via Phakding. Celebrate the completion of your epic Himalayan journey. Duration: 4–5 hours | Meals: B/L/D
Day 17 – Fly Back to Kathmandu 🎉 Morning flight to Kathmandu. Transfer to hotel and enjoy free time in Thamel for shopping or relaxation.
Day 18 – International Departure ✈️ Transfer to the airport for your onward journey, carrying lifelong memories of the Everest Three High Passes Trek.
✨ Why This Trek: Because this is Everest beyond the usual route. Three high passes, Everest Base Camp, Gokyo Lakes, Kala Patthar, all in one expertly guided, fully supported expedition. This is the trek serious adventurers dream about.
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Airport pickup & drop-off (private vehicle)
2 nights hotel in Kathmandu with breakfast
Tea house accommodation during trek
All meals during trek (breakfast, lunch & dinner)
Kathmandu–Lukla–Kathmandu flight with transfers & taxes
Sagarmatha National Park permit & local entry fees
Cross three legendary Himalayan passes, stand at Everest Base Camp, and witness the world’s highest peaks on the ultimate high-altitude trekking challenge 🏔️
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