Trekking

Everest Three
Pass Trek

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Our Everest Three Pass Trek

Short of climbing the mountain itself, the Three Pass Trek is the ultimate Mount Everest trekking experience.

Taking you deep into the Khumbu region of Nepal, this trek will offer you the most stunning views possible of the world’s highest mountain and the surrounding Himalayan peaks, and introduce you to the rich culture of the Sherpa people who call this region home.

If you’re looking to learn more about the Himalayan region of Nepal and want to push past the standard Everest Base Camp trek, then the Three Passes is for you. Find out more below.

Country

Nepal

Duration

20 days

grade

Grade D

Max Altitude

5555 m
18209 ft

Daily activity

Approx
4 -7 hours

Season

Spring &
Autumn

Dates Available

07 Apr - 26 Apr21 Sep - 10 Oct

Starting from

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Trekking at high altitude requires hard physical effort - you will need exceptional cardio-vascular fitness and to be thoroughly prepared. When you sign up, we’ll ask you to share key performance data and look closely at your past experience. We’ll then work with you to develop an appropriate training program, which will guarantee you the best chance of success. If there are shortfalls within abilities and experience, we can collectively discuss the opportunities and/or provide a training support plan to ensure that you achieve your objective.

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What the adventure involves

Elite Exped’s Three Passes Trek takes in all the highlights of the Khumbu region of Nepal, including Everest Base Camp, and three high passes at Renjo La, Cho La and Kongma La. This will take you over 5,000m above sea level.

Beginning in Kathmandu, we explore the temples, stupas and busy bazaars of the Nepalese capital before catching a plane to Lukla, one of the most scenic flights in the world. From here, we head out on the same route as the Everest Base Camp trek, taking in the Khumbu Sherpa capital of Namche Bazaar, the monastery village of Tengboche, and climbing up to 5,545m above sea level to reach Kala Patthar. At this point, you will enjoy a stunning view of Mount Everest itself.

After visiting Base Camp, we leave the crowds doing the Everest Base Camp trek behind and head on towards the Cho Lo Pass, and past the glacial blue water of the Gokyo lakes towards the last of our 5,000m passes, the Renjo La Pass, before turning back towards Lukla.

The Three Passes Trek is certainly a physically demanding challenge and is one that takes 20 days in all. But if you have the required level of fitness, it’s incredibly rewarding. Our itinerary allows for plenty of time to acclimatise and includes rest days so you can soak up the sights, sounds and culture of the towns and villages we pass through.

All in all, if you’re looking to make the most out of a trip to the Khumbu region, and you’re ready for a tough physical challenge, the Nepal Three Passes Trek will tick all your boxes.

From our clients

Francesca Santoni And Angus Gardiner

EBC 2019

Our safety and enjoyment was always at the front of their minds and we were the envy of all other trekkers we spoke to. Pure class and professionalism throughout!

Manon Vergé

EBC 2017

This was my first trek and it was just amazing ! They organized it very well, I felt safe and I simply let myself be guided! I recommend them with all my hearth because they made my trek a real pleasure!

Christelle Tachon

Mera 2017

They have the knowledge and the power to keep you safe all the way to the Summit... DARE TO DREAM!!!

Our Everest Three Pass Trek itinerary is informed by decades of mountaineering experience.

As with all adventurous activities of this type, however, circumstances may arise where Elite Exped is forced to make alterations, possibly at short notice. While making every effort to adhere to this published schedule, we kindly ask for your patience if the weather, or other naturally occurring circumstances, intervene.

Your daily schedule

Day 01
Arrival in Kathmandu and transfer to Hotel
Day 02
Trip preparation and trip briefing with welcome dinner
Day 03
Flight to Lukla and trek to Phakding
Day 04
Trek from Phakding to Namche
Day 05
Acclimatisation day in Namche, before a hike to Everest View hotel and Sagarmatha National Park Museum
Day 06
Trek from Namche to Thame
Day 07
Trek from Thame to Lungden
Day 08
Early start trek from Lungden to Gokyo viaa Renjo La Pass
Day 09
Early morning hike to Gokyo Ri and trek to Thagnak
Day 10
Early morning start of trek from Thagnak to Zongla via Chola Pass
Day 11
Trek to from Zongla to Labouche
Day 12
Trek from Lobuche to Gorak Shep and hike to Everest View Hotel, with an overstay night in Gorak Shep
Day 13
Early morning hike to Kalapathar for sunrise view and trek descend to Labouche
Day 14
Early start trek from Labouche to Chukung via Khongma La Pass
Day 15
Trek from Chukkung ri to Pangbouche
Day 16
Trek from Pangbouche to Namche
Day 17
Trek from Namche to Lukla
Day 18
Fly back to Kathmandu and transfer to Hotel for a free day
Day 19
Leisure day in Kathmandu and Kathmandu Valley
Day 20
Final Departure

At Elite Exped, we extensively vet our hotel, travel and accommodation partners, and operate using the very best mountaineering equipment available, to ensure the highest standards of safety possible. The following is included in your booking. For full details on services please see our details overview.

Included

Arrival and departure: Airport to the hotel, and vice versa
Hotel accommodation in Kathmandu: Four nights hotel in Kathmandu on bed & breakfast basis — in a twin bedroom
Welcome dinner: One welcome dinner in Kathmandu
Permits: All necessary paperwork, including Sagarmatha National Park permits, all entry fees, and government fees
Insurance: Insurance for all Nepalese staff during the trek
Trekking Map: Everest region trekking map
Member transportation: Domestic flight from Kathmandu – Lukla and back with a guide, as per the itinerary
Member luggage: Up to 15 kg per member for personal baggage during the trek carrying by porters
Lodging and food: Three meals a day (BDL, including tea and coffee), along with accessible accommodation during the trek
Porters: Two trekkers, one porter during the trek
Comprehensive medical kit

Excluded

Air fare: International flights and personal transportation beyond the aforementioned programme
Nepal entry visa fee
Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu: Lunch and dinner during the stay in Kathmandu (also in the case of an early return from trekking than the scheduled itinerary)
Extra night in Kathmandu: Extra nights’ accommodation in Kathmandu in case of early arrival or late departure or an early return from trekking (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary
Personal expenses: Including telephone, internet, battery recharge, shower, laundry, any alcoholic beverages, boiled water, beer, Coke, clothing, packing items or bags, personal medical kits and personal trekking gear
$50 USD for an extra porter per day if demanded
Tips: Tips for guide, porters, and staff
Note: At times, climbers have been delayed in Lukla awaiting return to Kathmandu. During these times, when places cannot fly, helicopter flights can be arranged (subject to their availability) at a cost of approximately $400
Any other item not listed in the “Price Includes” section.

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Frequently asked questions

The following frequently asked questions may help answer any queries you have about Elite Exped, what this expedition involves, and what is required.

If your question isn’t answered here please check our dedicated FAQ support page, otherwise don’t hesitate to get in touch.

What skillset and fitness level are required?

All Elite Exped expeditions are within extreme high-altitude environments. Because of this, you must provide concise, honest descriptions of relevant experience and current fitness levels. Upon receipt, we will review your experience and respond accordingly.

If we believe there are any shortfalls at this point, we can collectively discuss the opportunities and/or provide a training support plan to achieve your goals.

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Why choose
Elite Exped?

Unparalleled
leadership

With Nimsdai Purja, Tejan, Mingma David Sherpa, and our team of elite IFMGA and senior guides, you are led by some of the most respected and accomplished mountaineers in the world. Their record-breaking achievements, unmatched expertise, and proven success at the highest level ensure you are always in the safest and most capable hands.

Safety through
self-sufficiency

If it’s controllable, we control it. We leave no stone unturned to put client safety first — from fixing our own lines on 8,000m peaks to carrying backup oxygen and having the ability to run our own rescues if needed.

When all goes well, the mountain feels simple. But when the unexpected happens, we are the team you can trust to keep you safe.

Because We Care

At Elite Exped, we see our clients, Sherpas, and mountain communities as family. Every decision we make — from safety planning to personal guidance — is driven by care and responsibility. We go above and beyond not because it’s easy, but because your success, safety, and well-being truly matter to us. This same ethos extends beyond the mountains. By climbing with us, you help us invest in the communities that make these journeys possible, supporting welfare, training, and opportunities for the next generation.

Exclusive Experience

Whether you’re seeking the camaraderie of a group adventure, the intimacy of a private expedition, or the focus of a true 1:1 journey, we can cater to it all. With personal guidance and meticulous attention to detail, every climb with us is tailored to create an unforgettable experience.

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