Everest Three High passes Trekking

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destination Everest
duration 19 Days
grade High Advance
start/end point Kathmandu/Kathmandu
region Everest
max altitude 5550m
group size 2-12
meal All inclusive
activity 5-6 hrs
accommodation Tea House
season Autumn/spring

Everest Three High passes Trekking

This is a physically challenging 19-day adventure and takes you across three high altitude passes - Renjo la (5388m), Cho La (5380m), and Kongma La (5535 m); through picturesque deep lush valleys and offers views of numerous massive peaks: Khumbu, Bhotekoshi, Gokyo, and Imja Tse. Besides the high passes, you will also climb several peaks: Mt. Gokyo Ri (5483m), Kala Patthar (5545m), and Chhukung (5550m) before reaching the legendary Everest Base Camp – the launching pad to the world’s highest mountain – Mt. Everest (8848m).

The list of places to see on this 19-day trek includes the vivid turquoise blue Gokyo Lakes (4,700–5,000m); Gokyo Ri (5357m); trek to the rarely visited and remote trading route between Nepal and Tibet -Nangpa La Pass; the large Sherpa village of Marlung (4260m) and the Thame Tibetan Buddhist Monastery – the oldest in the Khumbu region dating back to the early 17th century. The monastery sits 200 meters above Thame on the side of Sumdur Mountain and offers awesome views of the Himalayan Mountains.

This is one of the most jam-packed and extensive treks in the Everest region. This trek is ideally suited to those with a good level of fitness and for those who want to venture well off the beaten track to remote locations. The high altitude 3 passes make it necessary for the trekker to be fit and healthy. The altitude exhausts you and makes it much tougher going than other treks at lower elevations. The ideal time of year to do this trek is in autumn (Sept to November) and spring (March to May) minimizing the chance of being snowed in and unable to cross the passes.

Lukla is the ideal and usual starting point of this trek. However, if you have more time then you can extend the trek by starting from Jiri, Phaplu or Salleri. Uma Holidays Travel & Tours is happy to customize this trek to suit your time schedule.

ITINERARY

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A representative from Uma Holidays, Tours & Travel will meet you at Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport and drive you to your hotel. After check-in at your hotel, there will be a briefing regarding your Everest Three Passes Trek. You will be provided with a route map and other useful information that may be important to you on this trek. This is a good time to ask any questions. Tonight we will enjoy a welcome dinner at a local Nepali restaurant where you will meet your fellow trekkers and guide.
This morning we take a 30-minute flight to Lukla (Tenzing – Hillary Airport). If you wish to extend this trek then you may choose to start from Jiri or Arun Valley. From Lukla, we head out on the trail to Phakding.
This morning we cross the Dudh Koshi River on a suspension bridge and head to Monjo. A few more hours and we reach Namche Bazaar, a bustling and prosperous town and capital of the Khumbu region. Namche Bazaar has ATMs, internet cafes, banks, and some great bakeries. If you time it right then you can visit the lively Friday night and Saturday morning market.
This is an essential part of our trek. Acclimatizing before heading to higher elevations is essential to avoid altitude sickness (acute mountain sickness AMS).To improve this requirement we will take short climbs to higher elevations. Namche is an interesting town which makes it even more enjoyable on this stopover.
Today is not too tough as we head to Thame while following the Bhote Koshi River until coming to Thamu. Thame is best known for being the home of Tenzing Norgay (who with New Zealander Edmund Hillary were the first to climb Mt. Everest). It is also the home of Apa Sherpa, a record holder, who has climbed to the summit of Everest twenty times.
Once again we follow the Bhote Koshi River and pass through the towns of Thyangmoche and Hungmo. On the trail, we can see yak herders grazing their animals. Next, we come to the village of Taranga and head through the yak pastures until we reach Marlung.
This morning we trek through several villages along the old Trans Himalayan salt route that connects Nepal and Tibet. On arriving at Lungden we have some great views of the Kongma mountains.
This morning we leave Lungden and follow the trail below Renjo La Pass with some fantastic views of Mt. Everest, Lhotse, Cho-Oyu, Cholatse, and Taboche. We then cross Renjo La Pass and into Gokyo valley. This is a tough climb. We will then stay at Gokyo for the night.
This morning we climb to Gokyo Ri for superb views of 4 of the highest peaks in the world: Mt. Everest, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Makalu, Mt. Cho-Oyu. You will also have some inspiring views of Gokyo Lake and Khumbu's longest glacier, Ngozumpa which begins at the base of Mt. Cho Oyu near the border of Tibet. which straddles the outskirt with Tibet. We then head across ice and moraines until arriving at Thagnag.
This morning we head out on a 7-hour trek to the pass from where we have views of massive snow-capped peaks, glaciers, and down to misty valleys. We will stay at Dzongla tonight.
Leaving Dzongla we head downhill through yak grazing pastures and then head higher to the base of the Khumbu Glacier. Continuing on we come to Lobuche where we stay the night.
This morning we trek to the base of the world’s highest mountain, Mt. Everest 8,848 meters/29,028 ft. We initially head to Gorakshep and then continue to EBC crossing a moraine and under the massive Khumbu ice-fall at the base of the Khumbu Glacier. After scouting the area and reflecting on the climbers who have waited here before scaling Everest, we head back to Gorakshep for the night.
To fully appreciate the views from Kalapatthar it is necessary to be up before daylight. The views from Kalapatthar are truly magnificent and claimed to be the best mountain views in all of Nepal – especially of Mt. Everest’s south face. Numerous other peaks are visible from this location. It is a camera enthusiast's dream come true. We then descend to Gorakshep for breakfast and then trek to Lobuche.
On this big day, we leave early and head out on the trail and along the way have great views of Mehra and Nuptse peaks and then trek through the pass before descending to the Imjatse valley and to Chhukung for an overnight stay.
Leaving Chhukung and the Imjatse Valley we have excellent views of Amadablam, Nuptse, Lhotse, Makalu and Island Peak. We continue on this trail heading to Tengboche Monastery from where you have views of Mt. Everest and Amadablam. After checking out the monastery we then cross the Imjatse River and head to Kyanjinma and finally Namche Bazaar.
This morning we follow a winding trail down to Namche Bazaar and then towards the Dudh Kosi River bed and through the Sagamartha National Park and on to Monjo for our overnight stay.
An easy day lies ahead as we head to Phakding following the Dudh Kosi River until we come to Lukla. We have the evening free to wander around and maybe enjoy a drink or two to celebrate the successful completion of our trek into the Khumbu region and to EBC.
A 30-minute scenic flight over the mountains takes us back to Kathmandu from where we are taken back to our hotels. You will take with you some extraordinary memories of your adventure through the passes and of EBC.
You will leave Nepal with many fond memories of the country and its people, and especially of the Everest Three Pass trek. We at Uma Holidays Travels and Tours would love to hear of your experience and look forward to helping you choose another trekking destination in Nepal. You will be taken to the airport at least three hours prior to your scheduled departure.

SERVICES

What is Included

  • Airport pickup and drop by private vehicle.
  • Two nights standard twin sharing Hotel in Kathmandu with breakfast.
  • Three meals a day (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) during the trek.
  • Fresh fruit every evening after the dinner.
  • Trekking Lodge (Tea House) accommodations throughout the trek.
  • All necessary paper works Sagarmatha National Park Entry Permit & Khumbu Pashang Lhamu Rural Municipality fees
  • Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu flight with private airport transfer and domestic airport tax.
  • A highly experience, helpful, knowledgeable, friendly , English speaking well trained, Government License holder guide with all his salary, food, drinks, accommodation, transport and insurance.
  • Strong, helpful porters with proper safety equipment and walking equipment his salary, foods, accommodation and insurance (one porter for two people).
  • Comprehensive medical supplies (first aid kit will be available).
  • Arrangement of Emergency Helicopter service (paid by your Travel Insurance company).
  • Use of sleeping bag, down Jacket, Duffel bag and walking Poles (if you don’t have your own, To be return after trip completed).
  • Government taxes and official expenses.
  • Oxymeter to check your pulse and oxygen saturation and heart rate twice daily (Very useful to check Altitude Mountain Sickness(AMS) symptoms) Which will ensure you trek is in the safest hands possible for all levels of trekker.
  • Assistant guide group size above 6+ person.

What is Excluded

  • Meals whilst you are in Kathmandu Lunch and Dinner.
  • Nepal entry visa fee (you may easily issue the visa on arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport – Kathmandu). $25 USD for 15 days Visa.
  • Your Travel and Medical Insurance.
  • International Airfare.
  • Your Personal Expenses.
  • All the alcoholic and non alcoholic cold and hot drinks on trek ( i.e. those you choose to purchase along the way and during evenings in the Tea Houses)
  • All desserts sweet things like chocolate, cake, pie, pudding.
  • Hot shower and battery charging on the tea houses.
  • Tips for the guide, porter and driver (Tipping is expected)
  • Kathmandu sightseeing monument entrance fees($30 USD per person)
  • Excess baggage more than 10kg for Lukla flight.

EQUIPMENTS

Trekking equipment

The Following information will give you some idea about what you need to bring for the trek as the backpack for the hiking in Nepal and the gear play a vital role for the successful trip and we suggest you to have all the necessary gear for the trip and not to have unnecessary equipment/things that you will not be using for the trip and list of the gear you need for the trek are:

  • Good down Sleeping bag (Optional/we can provide one if you do not have on your own and it is to be returned after the trek.
  • Duffel or Rucksack bag to keep your all the gear and this will be carried by the porters.
  • Daypack bag for yourself
  • A down Jacket
  • Shade hat
  • Warm wool hat to cover your ears
  • A pair of lightweight warm gloves.
  • T-shirts 2- 3 pieces
  • Lightweight thermal tops.
  • Fleece jacket.
  • Fleece Wind-proved jacket (optional).
  • A pair’s nylon hiking shorts which are quick drying one
  • Underwear
  • Two pairs of lightweight long underwear.
  • Two pairs trekking pants, preferably that zip on/off at the knees so they double as shorts
  • Four pairs of liner warm socks
  • A pair of light to medium weight waterproof hiking/trekking boots.
  • A pair of light trekking shoes for camp/lodges
  • A pair sandal (Optional)
  • A water bottle.
  • Head/Torch Light.

Medicines and First Aid Kits

  • Extra Strength Excedrin for altitude-related headaches like DMX.
  • Ibuprofen for general aches and pains.
  • Imodium or Peptone besom, Flexon capsules for upset stomach or diarrhea.
  • Diamox 125 or 250mg or 400mg tablets for altitude sickness.
  • 1 small personal sized first-aid kit with blister treatments such as moleskin, band-aids, some waterproof tape, anti-infection ointments, etc.(Uma Holidays Travel and Tours company's team also provide first aid kits)

Miscellaneous but Important

  • Passport and extra passport photos (4 copies)
  • Durable wallet/pouch for travel documents, money & passport.
  • Lip care (Balm) At least SPF 20, 2 sticks.
  • Sun’s cream with SPF 40 is recommended
  • Pocket knife.
  • Water purification Iodine tablets
  • Toiletry kits and be sure to include toilet paper stored in a plastic bag, hand wipes, and liquid hand sanitizer, towel, soap, etc.

Note Regarding Itineraries:
Although we generally adhere to the schedule, the itinerary is subject to change for numerous reasons beyond our control, including weather and terrain conditions, suitable campsite availability, and the group's general fitness level. It is important to understand that our trek is logistically complex and it is not unusual that adjustments be made. Our guide will orient you each evening to the following day's plan and their good judgment is the key to the long history of successful treks that Uma Holidays Travels and Tours  Pvt. Ltd.  Please remember that our ability to make adjustments as needed helps to ensure that your trek is safe and successful. Your safety is paramount

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FAQS

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The level is more difficult than other trekking programmers. However, Umaholidays tries its best to make the journey as easy, adventurous and joyful as possible.
Bottled water is easily available at a low cost. But you can not use plastic bottles in the Everest region. So, they do not sell plastic bottled mineral water. You need to drink mineral water or boiled filtered water in those areas. It is better to use water purification drops and tablets which you can either bring from your own country or buy in Kathmandu or Pokhara. Umaholidays also provides water purifier pills
Weather on the trail to Kongmala and Chola Pass is always changing and impossible to predict. Here is a list of probable temperature and weather conditions in each month. Month Temperature Weather and Nature January Max 4°C in the daytime to min -17°C in the nights and mornings Blue skies, freezing weather February Max 4°C in the daytime to min -15°C in the nights and mornings Mild and humid, good visibility March Max 7°C in the daytime to min -12°C in the nights and mornings Days are short and the temperature starts to warm up, chances of occasional snow falls April Max 10°C in the daytime to min -5°C in a night Moderate temperature with amazing landscape, rhododendron and wildflowers May Max 15°C in the daytime to min 0°C in a night Days are still long, warm, and sunny June Max 16°C in the daytime to min -1°C in a night Rainy season July Max 15°C in the daytime to min 2°C in a night Hot and humid Auguest Max 16°C in the daytime to min 2°C in a night Max 16°C in the daytime to min 2°C in a night September Max 15°C in the daytime to min 2°C in a night End of monsoon, no clouds October Max 12°C in the daytime to min -6°C in a night Stable weather condition November Max 6°C in the daytime to min -12°C in a night Days are sunny and bright, cold during the night, sleeping bag is most. December Max 4°C in the daytime to min -14°C in a night Foggy and cloudy weather
Yes, you can. No matter who you are, as long as you are reasonably fit, can walk for 5-6 hours a day and trek/hike a few uphills, Umaholidays Trekking team will support you to the fullest to transform your dream of standing Everest Three Passes into reality.
The month of March to May in Spring and September to December in autumn seasons are considered the best for the Everest Base Camp Trek as the weather conditions become favorable during this time, providing you with good visibility and a suitable atmosphere for Everest Three Pass trekking.
No, there is no age limit for the trek to Everest Three pass but, you need to be in good physical shape and have a positive attitude. We also suggest you to prior to the excursion though we suggest you to please see your doctor and obtain necessary permission and advice, as well as medications for traveling in extreme altitude prior to the excursion.
During trekking, you will be served meals in the teahouses. Typical meals are noodles, rice, pasta or potato dishes along with vegetables and egg/chicken/meat dishes. Other items mostly served as breakfasts include Tibetan, egg, pancake, bread, porridge, muesli, and toasts with peanut butter and honey.
A teahouse trekking accommodation will be made for you for the Everest Three pass trekking whereby you will be able to stay at tea house(Local lodge) and have wholesome food and net and clean comfortable bed throughout your trekking journey. This form of arrangement also allows you to carry less baggage; you can trek at your own pace and enjoy the Everest panorama on your own schedule. It is also an eco-friendly way of trekking whereby trekkers can have more contact with the local's sherpa peoples.
Most of the teahouses on the Everest Three Pass trail have squat toilet facilities but recently built lodges have western-style toilets as well. Nowadays, flush toilets are also being introduced with number of increasing foreign mountaineers each year. It is highly recommended to carry your own toilet paper and other required toiletries. Hot shower facilities are available till Gorakshep. The most common type is a bucket shower, usual buckets with tap filled with hot water and placed in a shower room. Hot shower costs from US$ 4 to 15 per use and the price increases along with the elevation. Attached bathrooms and toilets are not available unless you book for a luxury lodge during the Everest Three pass trek.
What you want to wear depends on you but we suggest you wear warm clothes during the Everest Three Pass trekking. A down jacket, thermal longs and top, comfortable trekking trousers, t-shirts, fleece, windproof jacket, hat, scarf, and gloves might be useful. There are numerous trekking shops in the Thamel area of Kathmandu where you can get all of these items in both local and branded stores alike. Umaholidays may also accompany and assist you if required.
During the Everest Three pass trekking, you will be on a long journey for which you will need two bags to keep your belongings. A rucksack/duffle bag and a day bag for personal items. Umaholidays will provide you with a duffle bag (which is need to refund after the trek) that you can use throughout your entire journey and even afterward. These bags are durable and hence perfect for any kind of trekking journey. While the duffle bag will be carried by the potters, you will have to carry a day bag on your own. A day bag is a small backpack that has enough room for everything you will need on a day hike such as lunch, water, extra clothing and perhaps a few personnel items like camera, battery chargers, etc
If possible, we suggest you bring your own equipment. However, sleeping bags and down jackets will be provided to you by Umaholidays With regards to trekking poles, if you are used to walking with it then take them with you, as you will probably find them useful especially on the way down. They are not essential though and the walk is manageable without them. It is mostly a personal preference. If you prefer to take the trekking poles with you on the trekking then you can either bring your own pole or buy it from numerous options available in Kathmandu itself.
Yes, if you have a bag of extra clothing for when you return from the trekking, you will be able to store it safely in Kathmandu Umaholidays office. The storage facility is provided by most hotels and lodges in Kathmandu or you can also store it in our office for the duration of the trekking.
Our itinerary has been specially tailored to prevent any kind of AMS (Acute Mountain Sickness) while moving up to higher altitudes. Normally, altitude sickness starts from 3,600 meters and above. You will be trekking at a relatively slow and gradual pace as part of the acclimatization process. Cut off caffeinated, alcoholic and smoking items. Drink at least 4 liters of water a day. Trek slow. Don't skip the acclimatization days. Better to continue with Diamox (if any symptoms show up). Drink Garlic Soup. In the higher elevation, there is less oxygen in the air and this is more so while crossing high passes. Our expert guides will advise you on how to avoid AMS and treat it when/ if required.
Make sure to have both medical and evacuation insurance before coming to Nepal for Everest Three pass trekking. You should be careful in choosing a policy while traveling to a Himalayan country like Nepal as some insurance companies may make special exceptions for adventure travel. If you are confused about the insurance, please inform us and we will help you. It is usually better to arrange your insurance in your country before travel.
The trekking will be 5-7 hours a day depending upon the landscape and destination. when you cross the high pass that day need to walk 7 to 10 hours.
It takes 6 to 19 days to reach Everest Three passes top depending upon the mode of transportation and packages of Umaholidays offers.
We at Umaholidays Team always have the safety, comfort, and satisfaction of our valued customers as our foremost priority at all times, and we assure you a wonderful and unforgettable time with us in our beautiful country. Sherpa team members of Umaholidays will be carrying all the necessary gear, equipment, and first aid kits and they have extensive first aid training. If a trekker falls sick on high altitude, the leader will decide whether to continue the trek. In case of emergency, Umaholidays have a rescue helicopter to bring you back from the higher elevation. Moreover, Umaholidays also provides oximeter to monitor the oxygen level at high altitude and offers regular health check-up facilities
You can either trek on foot or by a helicopter. Umaholidays offer exciting and reasonable Helicopter trek to Everest Three passes for 8 days and 19 days. Umaholidays can also customize your tour as per your necessity.
The flights are usually regular between September and May. But due to high altitude, bad weather and unforeseen technical issues, you may experience a delay or cancellation of the flight. On the occurrence of such events, Umaholidays charter a helicopter to make sure you are on the safe schedule either for a trek or for your flight back home which would cost extra charge as an unexpected event. However, if the visibility is less than 1,500 meters, it is unable to operate helicopter facilities and Umaholidays will reschedule the flight.
Umaholidayswill provide one porter for two trekkers to carry 20 kgs of luggage (maximum 10 kg for each trekker). Please be sure your porters are not overloaded because they do not carry only your equipment but also lift your spirit to reach new heights, and your love, affection, and generosity can be the reason for them to work hard to take you to your destination. However, the weight limit on flights to the Everest region, basically to Lukla is a total of 10 kgs and you need to pay an extra amount per kg for the excess baggage. Umaholidays pays up to 5 kgs of extra baggage making your total to 15 kgs with your hand bag.
Garlic soup is a must while trekking. Umaholidays recommend trekkers to drink green tea, lemon tea, hot lemon ginger tea and drink at least 2-4 liters of water a day. However, it is better to avoid alcohol and alcoholic beverages, caffeinated items, and hot-chocolates at high altitude.
Umaholidays won’t recommend non-veg items because the meat in such places may not hygienic and healthy. Umaholidays also encourage to avoid dairy and cheesy items and strongly suggest not to consume them during the trek. So, our packages are suitable for both vegan and vegetarians.
Your guide and porters are a big reason why you got a chance to feel something very few can have. Apart from guiding and carrying your necessities and being mindful of your safety, they want to see you happily succeeded more than anyone like family and help you successfully complete the trek safely. So, your tips reflect gratitude towards them. So, tipping is a recommended culture for porters and guide in Nepal as a gesture of thankfulness.
Umaholidays will introduce dozens of shops selling knock-off gear in Kathmandu. You can also barter those gears at the knock-off places but be sure you keep the receipt safely. Moreover, you can rent the needed gears if you do not want to buy them.
Umaholidays will introduce dozens of shops selling knock-off gear in Kathmandu. You can also barter those gears at the knock-off places but be sure you keep the receipt safely. Moreover, you can rent the needed gears if you do not want to buy them.
Umaholidays will introduce dozens of shops selling knock-off gear in Kathmandu. You can also barter those gears at the knock-off places but be sure you keep the receipt safely. Moreover, you can rent the needed gears if you do not want to buy them.
Yes, most guesthouses offer Wi-Fi, for a small charge. it cost USD$5 per day.
ATM services are available only in Namche Bazaar and Lukla. However, the services might not work or run out of cash. Therefore, we suggest you carry a small amount of money to buy snacks, etc during the trekking.
Most of the tea houses/ lodges have electricity whereby you will be able to charge your iPod or camera batteries. Please note that lodges/tea houses will charge you some extra money for the services. The fee may vary from 1 USD to 3 USD per hour.

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No. Of People Price Per Person
1 Pax USD 1,550
2 Pax USD 1,490
3 Pax USD 1,450
4 - 6 Pax USD 1,430
7 - 12 Pax USD 1,380
13 - 18 Pax USD 1,350
19 - 24 Pax USD 1,320
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