18-Day Everest 3 Pass Trek from Kathmandu with Gokyo and Base Camp

18 Days Duration

Experiences

About This Tour

Join us on an exhilarating 18-day Everest 3 Pass Trek from Kathmandu, combining the rich culture of Kathmandu with one of Nepal's most iconic high-altitude adve...

Duration: 18 Days · Tour type: Private · Activity level: Challenging · Accommodation: Included · Standard · Transport: Included · Wheelchair access: No · Cities: Kathmandu, Everest Base Camp-South, Lukla, Dingboche, Namche Bazaar, Tengboche, Phakding, Thame, Lobuche, Kala Patthar, Gorakshep, Gokyo, Sagarmatha National Park, Chukhung · Languages: English

Know before you go: We will review the gear you need for the trek and, if necessary, recommend that you buy, rent, or receive it from us.; During the high season, flights are occasionally scheduled to depart from Manthali (Ramechhap Airport) rather than TIA.; If you'd like, we can arrange for a tour guide to assist you as you explore Kathmandu, at an extra cost.; Outbound flight or an extra rest day may be needed for unforeseen circumstances, or you may extend your stay in Nepal.

About Thame

Nepal

Thame

Explore the list of top ranked local tour guides in Thame. Get tour activities offered by tour companies and independent travel guides in Thame.

Explore Thame Nepal All destinations

What's Included

Airport pick-up and drop-off
Three-night accommodation in Kathmandu at tourist-standard hotels
Domestic flights
Trekking packages such as ground transportation
Necessary permits and entrance fees
Professional guide, porter/porters, and their expenses, including their insurance and equipment
Accommodation at lodges en route
Three meals a day (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) with a cup of tea or coffee

Not Included

Beverages
Tips
Your insurance
Personal expenses
Food in Kathmandu and Pokhara except daily breakfast

Itinerary

1

Day 01

Arrival in Kathmandu and Team Dinner

Our representative will receive you at the airport and transfer you to the hotel. We'll have dinner with the team in the evening, or you can relax, depending on your arrival time.
2

Day 02

Kathmandu Exploration and Gear Check

We will review the gear you need for the trek and, if necessary, recommend that you buy, rent, or receive it from us. The Kathmandu Valley can be explored in a single day. If you'd like, we can arrange for a tour guide to assist you as you explore Kathmandu, at an extra cost.
3

Day 03

Flight to Lukla and Trek to Phakding

The flight to Lukla will be exciting. During the high season, flights are occasionally scheduled to depart from Manthali (Ramechhap Airport) rather than TIA. After breakfast, we will set off on our journey toward Phakding. We will pass stone walls, prayer wheels, painted mani stones, and other structures along the route. From Thado Koshigaon, where we will probably eat lunch, you can see Kusum Kanguru (6367m; 20889ft) with a mesmerizing view. From there, it will take some time for us to walk to Phakding.
4

Day 04

Trek to Namche Bazaar via Sagarmatha National Park

The first viewpoint for Kongde Ri is Phakding. We will leave Phakding and continue walking toward Namche Bazaar. On the way, we will cross about five suspension bridges. We will reach Monjo village by following the trail that leads to Namche. We will arrive at the entrance to Sagarmatha National Park in Jorsalle, where we will have lunch and relax for a while. As we continue our trek, the first view of Mount Everest will be from Top Danda. Spend the night in Namche Bazaar.
5

Day 05

Acclimatization and Exploration in Namche Bazaar

Namche Bazaar has a market, a bank, an ATM, internet cafés, and gift shops. The Everest View Hotel, Khunde village, or Sherpa settlements are among our options for day activities. From the Everest View Hotel, we can see a panoramic view of Mt. Everest (8848.86m/29031ft), Khumbi Yul Lha (5761m/18900ft), Ama Dablam (6812m/22349ft), and many other mountains. Stay the night in Namche Bazaar.
6

Day 06

Trek from Namche Bazaar to Tengboche

After breakfast, we'll depart from Namche Bazaar and head to Tengboche, passing views of Ama Dablam, Lhotse Shar, Kantenga, and Thamserku. Following the trek, we will arrive at PhunkeTenga for lunch. Tengboche is about a four-hour trek from here. We'll spend the night in Tengboche. Tengboche Monastery is one of the oldest and most beautiful spiritual Buddhist monasteries in the region.
7

Day 07

Trek from Tengboche to Dingboche

Tengboche Monastery, the largest monastery in the area, offers prayer ceremonies in which you can participate in the morning. Afterwards, we'll begin our journey to Dingboche, passing through Deboche, Pangboche, Somare, and Orsho. We will cross multiple suspension bridges over the Imja Khola and enjoy great landscape views. Stay the night in Dingboche.
8

Day 08

Short Acclimatization Trek to Chukung

It is a short hike from Dingboche to Chukung. Due to the low oxygen levels, even moving slowly is challenging at this high altitude. Chukung lies on the Island Peak hiking trail. We'll spend the night in Chukung for another acclimatization day and save energy for the long and challenging day that follows.
9

Day 09

Cross Kongma La Pass to Lobuche

It'll be a little harder today than other days, but for a good reason. We are going to trek off the beaten trails and see untouched nature. We will start our journey from Chukung early in the morning after breakfast with our packed lunch, as there is no proper lunch stop between Chukung and Lobuche. We will cross the Kongma La Pass at 5535 meters (18159 feet). To get to the high camps of Pokalde (5806m/19048ft.) and the blue lakes, we must trek across a series of challenging hills. We'll reach Kongma La Pass after that. It's time to celebrate with beautiful mountain views from Kongma La Pass. Then, we will cross the Khumbu Glacier on our way to Lobuche. Stay the night at Lobuche. This is a big but fruitful day.
10

Day 10

Trek to Gorak Shep and Hike to Everest Base Camp

We trek along the Everest Base Camp trail (5364m; 17598ft) to reach Gorakshep after having breakfast at Lobuche. Through rock layers and along a challenging trail, we reach Everest Base Camp. Even though today is difficult, it will be worthwhile to arrive at the base camp of the tallest peak in the world. We leave Gorakshep after lunch and proceed to Everest Base Camp. We'll stay at the base camp for a while before returning to Gorakshep.
11

Day 11

Kala Patthar Hike and Trek to Dzongla

We will ascend to Kalapathar for the best view of Mount Everest and its ranges. We can see Mt. Everest (8,848.86 meters, 29031 feet), Lingtren (6,749 meters, 22142 feet), Khumbutse (6,636 meters, 21771 feet), Changtse (7,550 meters, 24770 feet), Nuptse (7861 meters), and other peaks from Gorakshep. After breakfast at Gorak Shep, we will return the same way to Lobuche. From Lobuche to Dzongla, where we will descend, we will see Mount Cholatshe's north face (6330m; 20784ft).
12

Day 12

Cross Chola Pass to Thangnak

We continue our adventure and cross the Chola Pass, one of the three high passes in the Everest region, at 5420 meters/17782 feet. We climb the rocky, treacherous trails and follow the snow-covered glacier to Chola Pass. After reaching the summit, we will descend through a difficult path with the potential for rock falls to Thangnak. It's one of the most interesting days as we head toward isolated valleys, leaving the main Everest trail behind.
13

Day 13

Trek from Thangnak to Gokyo

After breakfast, we will head to the Ngozumpa Glacier, the largest glacier in the world, to reach Gokyo. The breathtaking Himalayas are a paradise. We will get to Gokyo by lunchtime, and we can explore the Gokyo Lake area after lunch. Or we can even trek up to Gokyo Ri, depending on our pace and circumstances.
14

Day 14

Cross Renjo La Pass to Marlung

Today, we will cross Renjo La Pass, which rises to a height of 5360 meters (17585 feet). The final difficulty, yet most beautiful part of this trek, is reaching the summit. We will see Makalu, the Rolwaling Himalayan range, Everest, and other mountains from Renjo La Pass. We'll make our way slowly down the rocky slope. Stay the night at Marulung.
15

Day 15

Trek to Namche Bazaar via Thame

We trek down to Namche Bazaar after breakfast. We will reach Namche Bazaar through several suspension bridges, juniper forests, and Sherpa villages, including Taranga, Thame, Phurte, and Gongla. Stay the night in Namche Bazaar.
16

Day 16

Trek from Namche Bazaar to Lukla via Phakding

We trek down from Namche Bazaar after breakfast and continue toward Lukla via Phakding. The route follows multiple suspension bridges, juniper forests, and Sherpa settlements along the trail. Spend the night in Lukla.
17

Day 17

Fly from Lukla to Ramechhap and Return to Kathmandu

Fly from Lukla to Ramechhap and then drive about 3 hours back to Kathmandu. Enjoy your hotel, a hot shower, and treat yourself to some fancy meals and rest.
18

Day 18

Departure or Extra Rest Day

Outbound flight or extra rest day for unforeseen circumstances, or extend your stay in Nepal.