Everest Three High Passes Trek is the best trip combining from easy to strenuous trekking that leads you to Everest region. It is most suitable for the daredevil trekkers who want to reach the closest to the world’s highest peak Mount Everest. Besides, they get to experience the all three high passes: Kongma La, Cho La and Renjo La of the Khumbu region. The stunning view of the snowcapped peaks of the Everest, Sherpa cultural villages, ancient monasteries, flora and fauns are the rewards of this trek.
Everest trekking with three high passes begins from Lukla, the gateway of Everest region trekking and gradually ascends to higher altitude. You have three days for acclimatization in the middle of the journey so that you won’t suffer from altitude sickness. You spend a day at Namche Bazaar by visiting Everest View Hotel, Sherpa Musuem and Sagarmatha National Park office. You can enjoy the close-up view of Mt. Everest and other peaks from Everest View Hotel, one of the highest altitude hotels. Sherpa Museum (also known as Hillary Museum) gives all information about Sherpa culture and tradition including photos of Hillary and Tenzing.
Dingboche acclimatization day gives you a chance to hike to Nagarjun Hill to have the magnificent view of the snowy peaks of the Khumbu region. From the top of the hill (5,100m), you have the amazing vistas of Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Makalu, Cholatse, Tawache and Mt. Ama Dablam. Similarly, you have yet another acclimatization day in Gokyo Valley which is famous for the group of six glacial lakes. Situated at the bottom of Mt. Cho Oyu, Gokyo Lakes Valley is a unique Sherpa village with the Tibetan Buddist culture intact. Gokyo Ri climbing rewards you with the 360-degree panoramic view of the four eight-thousanders: Everest, Lhotse, Makalu and Cho Oyu.
Crossing three high passes of Everest region is the most adventurous beauty of this trek that one can ever find in lifetime. You cross Kongma La Pass which is the highest among three passes of the Khumbu region to reach Lobuche village. To reach Gokyo Lakes Valley, you cross another high pass, Cho La Pass which is more challenging in winter season. Finally, by crossing Renjo La Pass, you descend to Namche Bazaar, the main trade hub of the Khumbu region via Marlung. Kongma La Cho La Renjo La Pass trek is an adventurous journey into the Nepalese Himalayas around the world’s highest peak.
This trek is the combination of the cultural beauty and biodiversity including the snowcapped mountains of the Great Himalayas. Phakding Monastery and Tengboche Monastery built in ethnic Sherpa villages are the epitomes of Tibetan Buddhist culture in this region. If you plan Everest Three High Passes trekking in November, you can observe Mani Rimdu festival in the premises of Tengboche Monastery. It is a lifetime opportunity to get in touch with unique culture tradition and taste the typical food items prepared by Sherpa people. You get to have glimpses of rare species of flora and fauna in Sagarmatha National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The views of the Khumbu Glacier, Khumbu Icefall and Gorak Shep Lake, once the largest lake of this region are the rewards. Once you reach the base camp of Mt. Everest, the highest peak of the world, you feel really highly accomplished! It is a lifetime memory that you have been to the highest possible place near the roof of the world. You can have all the snow-clad peaks of the Khumbu region except Mt. Everest itself; isn’t it sad? But don’t worry you have yet another more night to wait for having the close view of Mt. Everest. The following morning, you hike to Kala Patthar, the best natural viewpoint of the Great Himalayas bordering Nepal and Tibet. From Kala Patthar, you can rejoice the closest sight of Mt. Everest, Mt. Lhotse and Mt. Cho Oyu with Mt. Pumori peeping from behind. Take as many photos as your battery lasts as the souvenirs for everlasting memories and evidence to prove you have been there!
Everest Three High Passes Trek is the alternative to classic Everest Base Camp trek or Everest Gokyo Lakes trek. Although a bit more challenging, this trek is a boon for those visitors having enough time to spend in Nepal. Orbit Alpine Adventure is your Nepal trekking partner who is always committed to give you the best satisfaction via quality services. We are always resilient in customizing Everest trek with Three High Passes to help you experience the cultural and natural wonders of Nepal. For more details, you can reach us either via phone calls, emails, WhatsApp or booking facilities provisioned in the official website.
FAQs:
1. Where is Everest Three High Passes trekking?
Everest Three High Passes trekking lies around the world’s highest peak, Mount Everest in the Khumbu region located in eastern Nepal. To do this epic trekking to Everest region, you should take a scenic flight from Kathmandu to Lukla. Lukla is a small Sherpa village in the Khumbu region and also known as the gateway to Everest region trekking.
2. How difficult is Everest Three High Passes trek?
Everest Three High Passes trekking is considered as more challenging compared with Everest Base Camp trek or Everest Gokyo Lakes trek. It is the best trekking package in the Nepalese Himalayas for the avid trekkers who love adventurous journey. You have to cross the three high passes all above 5,000m showing you the best vistas of the Everest region. You need crampons and hand lines to cross these high passes especially in winter season when there is heavy snowfall.
3. Can I do Everest Three High Passes trekking?
Yes, you can definitely do Everest Three High Passes trekking as an organized trek or solo trek as well. However, you must be physically fit and mentally committed to measure the challenging Himalayan trekking route of Everest region. Although it is not mandatory, you had better have a previous trekking experience as an additional benefit. As you have to cross the three high passes of Everest region, we recommend you to hire a professional trekking guide and a porter. The trekking guide helps you to cross the technical passes in a successful way as he knows about the route and technique to cover the route. In case of unfavourable circumstances, the guide will prove helpful to avoid any mishaps.
4.What are the things I should carry during Everest Three High Passes trekking?
During Everest Three High Passes trekking, you should carry the following things:
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Trekking Gears:
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Trekking Pole
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Down Jacket
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Water Bottle
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Trekking Boots
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Flash Light or Headlamp and Batteries
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Gloves
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Duffle or Rucksack Bag
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Down Sleeping Bag
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Water and Windproof Jacket
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Cotton Thick Socks and Woollen Socks
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Sun Hat & Scarf
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Goggles or Sunglasses & Sun Lotion
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Thermal Long Underwear Sets
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Wind Breaker Pants
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Towels
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Personal Toiletries and Medication
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Full Sleeves T-shirts & Fleece Jacket
5. Will I suffer from altitude sickness on Everest Three High Passes trekking?
It is obvious that as soon as you reach the 3,000m+ elevation, there is always high possibility for altitude sickness. During this trek, you spend most of the days above 3,000 meters in the Himalayas. If you drink enough water and have hygienic food items avoiding non-veg items, you can protect yourself from Acute Mountain Sickness. Besides, you have enough days for acclimatization to best adjust in the higher altitude. Walking slowly but steadily is another method to avoid this health hazards. You can also pack some medicines like Diamox Oral to prevent and cure from this health-related problem. More importantly, the trekking guide of Orbit Alpine Adventure helps you to avoid it.
6. How is the accommodation facilities during Everest Three High Passes trekking?
Along with the growing popularity of Everest region trekking, a large number of hotels, lodges and teahouses are established. On all the stopovers, the hotels or teahouses provide good food and accommodation facilities. However, the higher you go, the teahouses provide basic food and accommodation facilities. In the best seasons, you may have quite difficult to find a teahouse for on arrival booking. So, you have to reserve them quite earlier before reaching the destination.
