Everest 3 Passes Trek 15D/14N

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The Everest 3 Passes trek is a challenging and amazing adventure in the Everest. In 15 days, you will cross the high passes of Renjo la (5388 m), Cho La (5380 m) and Kongma La (5535), admire impressive lanscapes, see picturesque villages, challenge yourself, and enjoy the extraordinary beauty of this legendary destination.
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Overview

Trip type
Self-Guided / Independent Tour
Lodging level
Basic - 2 star
Physical level
Strenuous
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

    • Experience the adventure of a lifetime Push your limits on this grueling yet rewarding hike Enjoy magnificent views of Mt. Everest, Lhotse, Cho-Oyu Nuptse, and other Himalayan Giants

What's this trip about?

    The Everest 3 Passes trek is a challenging and amazing adventure in the Everest. In 15 days, you will cross the high passes of Renjo la (5388 m), Cho La (5380 m) and Kongma La (5535), admire impressive lanscapes, see picturesque villages, challenge yourself, and enjoy the extraordinary beauty of this legendary destination.

Details

Itinerary focusActive and Outdoor Sports
Group sizeGroup - max of 99 people
Age range3 years and up
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityPhakding
End CityKathmandu

Destinations

Attractions

  • Gokyo Lakes
  • Kathmandu

Min Group Size

  • Min Group Size: 3

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 99

Trip includes

    • Lukla airport pick-up & drop-off
    • Guesthouses along trek
    • Dependent on the package
    • First aid kit with oximeter
    • Local government licensed English-speaking guide
    • Luggage porter
    • National park entry fees & Permits
    • Return flight Kathmandu-Lukla
    • Kathmandu airport pick-up & drop-off

Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1: Phakding, Nepal

Flight to Phakding & Start of Trek (03-04 hr) On the first day of your adventure, you will take a short flight from Kathmandu to Lukla, where you will begin your adventure It is a small town with an airport, with a few tea shops, lodges, hotels, and general store...

Day 2: Nanche Bazar, Nepal

Sagarmatha National Park Trek (06-07 hr) On the second day of your adventure, you will trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar Trek and cross the river on high suspension bridges Pass Monjo village and see the entrance of the Sagarmatha National Park, created to protect...

Day 3: Nanche Bazar, Nepal

Day of Rest in Namche Bazaar You have a day to rest and acclimatize Namche is tucked between two ridges of the impressive Khumbu peaks and offers several lodges, tea shops, and souvenir shops It also has a magnificent outlook. For acclimatization, walk up to the set...

Day 4:

Five Hour Trek to Tengboche (05-06 hr) Today’s trek is from Namche Bazaar to Tengboche The five-hour trek follows a trail that contours around the side of the valley, high above the Dudh Koshi Take in the views of the great peaks of the Khumbu including Mt Everest, ...

Day 5: Diṅboche, Nepal

Trek to Dingboche (05-06 hr) Today’s trek is from Tengboche to Dingboche Walk through a forest, cross the Imja Khola and climb steadily up to the village of Pangboche Enjoy magnificent views of the Ama Dablam with the Gompa, mani walls and scattered pine trees in th...

Day 6:

Trek the Imja River Valley (02:00 hrs) After breakfast, begin the day’s short trek to reach Chhukhung The trail runs along the Imja River valley and has an amazing 360-degree view of nearby mountains Pass different villages as you walk uphill on the forested and arrive in Chhukhung.

Day 7: Lobuche, Nepal

Cross Kongma La Pass (5535m) - (7-8Hrs) Today you will cross the first and highest pass, Kongma La (5535m) Prepare yourself, because the trail is steep and mostly uphill Reach the top of the pass in a few hours and be rewarded with extraordinary views of valleys and mountains. Follow the descending rocky track filled with moraines of the Khumbu Glacier to reach Lobuche.

Day 8: Annapurna Base Camp, Nepal

Arrive at the Everest Base Camp (8:00 Hrs) After breakfast, start the day’s first trek to Gorakshep The trails are quite stony and make walking complicated, but the views of snow-capped peaks and glaciers are mesmerizing Rest for a bit in Gorakshep and keep going up...

Day 9:

Kala Patthar & Everest Sun Rise Trek (5-6 Hrs) Today you have two different treks Early in the morning hike to watch the sunrise from the top of Kala Patthar See the valleys and the first rays of sun caressing Mt Everest Return to Goraksjep and follow the descending path toward Dzongla.

Day 10: Gokyo Lakes, Nepal

Climb Cho La (5420m) & Arrive at the Gokyo Lakes (7-8 Hrs) On Day 10, you will cross the second pass, Cho La (5420m), to reach the Gokyo lakes Follow a steep ice-covered trail uphill (you might need to use your crampons and other gears to make this climb) Once y...

Day 11: Gokyo, Nepal

Excursion to Gokyo & Gokyo Lakes Hike up to Gokyo Ri (5360m), a small mountain above Gokyo village, with enchanting views of the entire Gokyo valley and its lakes You can also hike up to the fourth lake, Thonak Tsho (4870m), and retrace back to the third lake Overnight stay in Gokyo.

Day 12: Lumde, Nepal

Cross 3rd Pass & Arrive in Lumde (7-8 Hrs) Wake up early and get ready to cross the last of the three passes: Renjo La (5360m) Hike a snow-filled path until you reach the top, from where you can see enthralling views of Cho Oyu (8188m), Everest (8848m), and the Rolwaling Himal range. Follow the trail back to reach the small lakes of Angladumba Tsho, Relama Tsho, and

Day 13: Namche, Nepal

Trek to Namche (6-7 Hrs) After breakfast, begin your walk to Namche Today’s path is relatively easier and more relaxed, perfect to enjoy the mountainous scenery.

Day 14: Lukla, Nepal

Trek to Lukla (6-7 Hrs) On the last day of your trek, you will make your way to Lukla, crossing different villages, forests, and suspension bridges After you arrive, rest for a while and go explore the market.

Day 15: Kathmandu, Nepal

Return Flight to Kathmandu & End of Trip On the last day of your adventure, take an early flight to Kathmandu.

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Price From $1,895
Price per day$126
Last Updated: 8/20/2024

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Cancellation policy

The cancellation policies of this trip when booked through Travelstride are determined by the stated policies of Bamba, the tour operator.

Any cancellation by a Client must be made in writing and be acknowledged by Travelstride in writing. The date on which the request to cancel is received by Travelstride will determine the cancellation fees applicable.

Cancellation for Bamba.

The cancellation fees are expressed hereafter as a percentage of the total tour price, excluding insurance. Cancellation fees for all Bamba products may vary without prior notice.

General cancelations by trip category (for Machu Picchu tours/treks see separate section below)

Cancellation by Client – Travel Passes:

  • Cancellation before requesting any transfer/activity - Full Refund
  • Cancellation after requesting any transfer/activity - No Refund

Cancellation by Client – Day Trips (except Machu Picchu)

  • 7+ days prior to trip departure - Full Refund
  • Between 3 and 6 days prior to trip departure - Charged 50% of total booking price
  • Between 0 and 2 days prior to trip departure - No Refund

Cancellation by Client – Independent, Self-Guided Trips & Tailor-Made Trips*:

  • 60+ days prior to trip departure - Charged 30% of total booking price
  • Between 30 and 59 days prior to trip departure - Charged 50% of total booking price
  • Between 0 and 29 days prior to trip departure - No Refund

*Except Welcome Packages, Voluntour Trips, Air-Expeditions

Cancellation by Client – Welcome Packages, Private Tours & General Adventure Trips**:

  • 90+ days prior to trip departure - Full Refund
  • Between 30 and 89 days prior to trip departure - Charged 50% of total booking price
  • Between 0 and 29 days prior to trip departure - No Refund

**Except Galapagos Trips, Brazil Carnival Tours, Machu Picchu Tours/Treks

Cancellation by Client – bamba Authentic Adventures:

  • 60+ days prior to trip departure - Charged 20% of total booking price
  • Between 30 and 59 days prior to trip departure - Charged 50% of total booking price
  • Between 0 and 29 days prior to trip departure - No Refund

Cancellation by Client – Galapagos Trips & Voluntour Trips:

  • 30+ days prior to trip departure - Charged 50% of total booking price
  • Between 0 and 29 days prior to trip departure - No Refund

Cancellation by Client – Air-Expeditions:

  • 365+ days prior to trip departure - Charged 50% of total booking price
  • Between 90 and 364 days prior to trip departure - Charged 70% of total booking price
  • Between 0 and 89 days prior to trip departure - No Refund

Cancellation by Client – Brazil Carnival Tours:

  • 120+ days prior to trip departure - Charged 25% of total booking price
  • Between 61 and 119 days prior to trip departure - Charged 50% of total booking price
  • Between 0 and 60 days prior to trip departure - No Refund

Specific Cancellations & Changes For Machy Picchu Tours/Treks
Inca Trail Treks to Machu Picchu

Cancellation by Client

  • 30+ days prior to trek departure - Charged 50% of total booking price
  • Between 0 and 29 days prior to trek departure - No Refund

Date Change (subject to availability of permits)

  • 30+ days prior to trek departure - Charged $180 USD
  • Between 7 and 29 days prior to trek departure - Charged $200 USD
  • Between 0 and 6 days - Date changes cannot be made

Switch to Another Machu Picchu Trek

  • 30+ days prior to trek departure - Charged or compensated price difference PLUS a fee of $180 USD
  • Between 7 and 29 days prior to trek departure - Charged or compensated price difference PLUS a fee of $200 USD
  • Between 0 and 6 days prior to trek departure - No switch possible (20% discount on booking another trek)

Other Treks to Machu Picchu (Salkantay, Lares, Inca Jungle, Inca Quarry, Sacred Valley, Choquequirao)

Cancellation by Client

  • 30+ days prior to trek departure - Full Refund
  • Between 7 and 29 days prior to trek departure - Charged 50% of total booking price
  • Between 0 and 6 days prior to trek departure - No Refund

Date Change

  • 30+ days prior to trek departure - No Fees
  • Between 3 and 29 days prior to trek departure - Charged $70 USD
  • Between 0 and 2 days - Date changes cannot be made (20% discount on booking another trek)

Switch to Another Machu Picchu Trek

  • 30+ days prior to trek departure - No Fees
  • Between 3 and 29 days prior to trek departure - Charged or compensated price difference PLUS a fee of $50 USD
  • Between 0 and 2 days prior to trek departure - No switch possible (20% discount on booking another trek)

Machu Picchu by Train Tours

Cancellation by Client

  • 30+ days prior to trip departure - Full Refund
  • Between 3 and 29 days prior to trip departure - Charged 80% of total booking price
  • Between 0 and 2 days - No Refund

Date Change

  • 30+ days prior to trip departure - No Fees
  • Between 3 and 29 days prior to trip departure - Charged $75 USD
  • Between 0 and 2 days - Date changes cannot be made

For more additional details, see the booking conditions of Bamba at the following web address: https://bambatravel.com/terms-conditions/5c78342ec23e0e17d1092e9f.

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