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Everest Three Passes Trekking

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Difficulty: Challenging
Max Altitude: 5545m
Duration: 17 days
Cost: $1530
Season: Spring/Autumn
Walking: 4-8hrs a day
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Highlights

  • Trek to the bottom of the “Roof of the world,” i.e., Mount Everest, and stand at the Everest base camp with pride
  • Traverse through all three high passes in the Everest region; Cho La Pass, Renjo La Pass and Kongma La Pass
  • Follow the footsteps of the legendary summiteers Tenzing Norgay Sherpa and Sir Edmund Hillary
  • Explore and experience the Everest people, i.e., Sherpa’s lifestyles and cultures, their villages and century-old monasteries.
  • Daily fascinating views of the majestic mountains
  • Visit all of the mesmerizing Gokyo lakes, including the fifth lake
  • A complete journey deep into the nature
  • Follow the classic and popular Everest trails
  • Climb 3 non-technical peaks in the Khumbu region; Chukhung Ri, Kala Patthar and Gokyo Ri

Everest three passes trekking is the best-renowned adventure in the world. Nepal, a country full of natural beauty, also offers many challenging journeys on earth, where Everest three passes is the best example. If you want to spend your holiday on the top of the world and you’re not afraid of getting dirt and dust on your clothes, get the incredible fusion of unparalleled mountainous scenery and challenging high-altitude adventure. It is entirely the best in the Everest region. Everest three passes trek is the perfect choice for nature lovers and even more so for adventure seekers. It’s an ultimate mountain journey designed for them, seeking the highest level of thrills in Everest.

Throughout the trip, the four tallest mountains can be observed, which are Mt Everest (8848m), Cho Oyu (8201m), Makalu (8481m) and Lhotse (8516m). In this trekking adventure, we cross the three highest passes in the Everest region, i.e., Renjo La (5360m), Cho La (5420m) and Kongma La (5535m). Gokyo Lakes and Kala Patthar, Namche bazaar, green valleys full of rhododendron and alpine trees, and Sherpa villages are the central attractions of this trekking.

For safe and enjoyable Everest adventure completion, NATURE LOVERS TREKS & TOURS allows enough rest day for acclimatization en route before heading to higher elevation. Everest three passes adventure offers high lush valleys of the Khumbu region with time to explore villages and monasteries and experience the Sherpa people's warm hospitality. So, prepare to taste all the delightful moments and adrenaline thrills in the Everest three passes.

Please check our Flickr profile for the Everest Region photographs. 

Everest Three Passes Trekking Outline Itinerary

Day 01:Fly from Kathmandu to Lukla 2860m and trek to Phakding 2610m 3hrs, BLD, Teahouse

Day 02:Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar 3440m 5hrs, BLD, Teahouse

Day 03:Rest day at Namche Bazaar for acclimatization, BLD, Teahouse

Day 04:Trek from Namche to Tengboche 3860m 5hrs, BLD, Teahouse

Day 05:Trek from Tengboche to Dingboche 4410m 5hrs, BLD, Teahouse

Day 06:Rest and acclimatize in Dingboche, BLD, Teahouse

Day 07:Trek from Dingboche to Chukhung 4750m 4hrs, BLD, Teahouse

Day 08:Trek from Chukhung to Kongma La 5535m and Lobuche 4940m 7hrs, BLD, Teahouse

Day 09:Trek from Lobuche to Gorakshep 5170m and Everest Base Camp 5364m 6hrs, BLD, Teahouse

Day 10:Trek from Gorakshep to Kala Patthar 5545m and Dzongla 4830m 6hrs, BLD, Teahouse

Day 11:Cho La pass 5420m and trek to Thangnak 4700m 7hrs, BLD, Teahouse

Day 12:Trek from Thangnak to Gokyo 4750m and climb to GokyoRi 5357m 6hrs, BLD, Teahouse

Day 13:Rest at Gokyo lake, BLD, Teahouse

Day 14:Renjo La 5360m and descend to Marlung 4210m 7hrs, BLD, Teahouse

Day 15:Trek from Marlung to Namche 6hrs, BLD, Teahouse

Day 16:Trek from Namche to Lukla 5hrs, BLD, Teahouse

Day 17:Fly back to Kathmandu from Lukla, B.

Kathmandu sightseeing: $90 per person (gets cheaper with bigger PAX)
Porter service: $30/day per porter

Everest Three Passes Trekking Itinerary

**BLD denotes Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner**

Day 01: Fly from Kathmandu to Lukla 2860m and trek to Phakding 2610m 3hrs, BLD, Teahouse

After early morning breakfast, we will get to the airport to have a scenic flight to the most adventurous airport in the lap of the Himalayas, LUKLA. This short flight is so breathtaking (as well as a bit thrilling) that you feel you are already at the destination, but “NO,” the journey has just begun. The beverages are waiting for you when you touch down so you can talk about how the short flight has blown your mind. As in all games, the first steps are easy, so we trek slowly toward Phakding village. Well, the journey to find yourself begins now.

Day 02: Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar 3440m 5hrs, BLD, Teahouse

On this day we will enter the World Heritage-listed ‘Sagarmatha National Park’. The walk follows the DUDH KOSHI River upstream, and crossing several bridges time and again, we will climb to the last town in the region called Namche Bazaar. Pass through beautiful villages like Toktok, Monjo, Benkar and Jorsale. In the midway, after crossing the Hillary bridge in Larja Dobhan, you will see the first view of Mount Everest from Topdanda. We will take a short hike and explore around after arriving in Namche Bazaar. 

Day 03: Rest day at Namche Bazaar for acclimatization, BLD, Teahouse

Chilling day to enjoy the beautiful views of different mountain ranges. We will take a short uphill walk to the NATIONAL PARK HEADQUARTER, which is our magnificent viewpoint for Ama Dablam, Thamserku, Kangtega, Kwangde, Khumbila, Mt. Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse & many more peaks. More excursions will be done, like hiking up to Syangboche airport, Everest view hotel, Khumjung and Khunde to enjoy the panoramic Khumbu Himalayas once again.

Day 04: Trek from Namche to Tengboche 3860m 5hrs, BLD, Teahouse

We know you cannot wait to get closer to Mount Everest. What about taking the blessings from the HIGH LAMA (priest) for the successful journey ahead? We can do it after arriving at Tengboche monastery,  where the holy priest resides. Easy flat hill walk will be there for a couple of hours until Kyangjuma; then you go downhill long until Phunki Thanga. After your permit check and some rest, we take a steep ascent to Tengboche for 2 hours.  

Day 05: Trek from Tengboche to Dingboche 4410m 5hrs, BLD, Teahouse

Stone steps lead down through rhododendron and pine forests, and after crossing a bridge, we will leave the tree lines behind to reach an exposed area for the SUPERB VIEWS of Mount Ama Dablam from up close. First, you will arrive in Pangboche (which has a route to Ama Dablam base camp), then Shomare and to Dingboche. Reasonably easy day hike with little up and down. Dingboche is one of the main highlights of our journey where the mountain views are just extraordinary.

Day 06: Rest and acclimatize in Dingboche, BLD, Teahouse

OPT TO HIKE to Chukhung or Nangkartshang Peak on this acclimatizing day. As the altitude gains rapidly from here onward, we’d like you to take it slow and enjoyable. The way towards Chukhung is relatively easy and slightly up, which leads to Island peak and many other peak summits, also towards Kongma La pass. While the Nangkartshang peak trail goes straight up to the viewpoint from the village, which takes about 4-5 hours both ways.

Day 07: Trek from Dingboche to Chukhung 4750m 4hrs, BLD, Teahouse

A short walking day to Chukhung heading east to the last settlement of Khumbu region at Imja Tse valley rim with mindblowing sceneries of surrounding high snowcapped peaks. You will see Mount Makalu to your east. In the afternoon, you are free, so OPT TO hike to Chukhung Ri (5546m) to enjoy superb views of the mountains over the valley. Back to Chukhung for the night.

Day 08: Trek from Chukhung to Kongma La 5535m and Lobuche 4940m 7hrs, BLD, Teahouse

A BIG DAY! We start early this morning to reach the highest pass of the entire journey, Kongma La pass. Traverse the pass enclosed between the great Nuptse wall, Mehra (5820m) and Pokalde (5806m) peaks after a vigorous climb heading towards Khumbu glacier and moraine. We walk carefully on the path of a short steep climb to the terminal debris of Khumbu Glacier to reach Lobuche for an overnight stop in the comfort of a cozy lodge after a challenging full-day walk.

Day 09: Trek from Lobuche to Gorakshep 5170m and Everest Base Camp 5364m 6hrs, BLD, Teahouse

It’s not an easy day again, but remember, we are getting to our dream land today. A few hour's walk to the Everest base camp and see the world’s wonder with our own eyes. 2hrs of the strenuous hike will take us to Gorakshep, and a couple of hrs further walk over the moraines to Everest base camp, the main highlight of our journey. If you’re not photogenic, then it’s time to be. And this achievement has to be celebrated once getting back to Gorakshep.

Day 10: Trek from Gorakshep to Kala Patthar 5545m and Dzongla 4830m 6hrs, BLD, Teahouse

The highest point of the adventure and the best Everest viewpoint, Kala Patthar, is just 2hrs on a steep climb. It’s a black rocky ridge offering excellent panoramas of surrounding high peaks with Mt Everest at a stone's throw distance towards the east. After an incredible lifetime moment, we will head back to Gorakshep and continue the downhill trek to arrive at the base of Cho La pass, Dzongla, for the overnight stop.

Day 11: Cho La pass 5420m and trek to Thangnak 4700m 7hrs, BLD, Teahouse

Another Big Day! We will cross the Cho La Pass early morning after an early breakfast. Even though it’s pretty challenging to traverse (mostly in snow conditions), it offers extraordinary views of giant mountains and the Cholatse glacier from the top. Descend carefully to the isolated Thangnak for the overnight stop after a challenging and steady climb over the second pass of this adventure.

Day 12: Trek from Thangnak to Gokyo 4750m and climb to Gokyo Ri 5357m 6hrs, BLD, Teahouse

Ok, it’s time to move slowly towards Gokyo lake, following a scenic trail first, then climbing a rocky path into the valley, the bank of the summer settlements of Gokyo. After lunch, you can choose to hike to Gokyo Ri. Gokyo Ri offers breathtaking panoramas of the world’s highest peaks from Mount Cho Oyu, Gyachung Kang (7952m), Mt Everest, Lhotse (8516m), Cholatse (6440m), Taboche (6542m) and to the east, Mt Makalu.

Day 13: Rest at Gokyo lake, BLD, Teahouse

It’s the resting day before we embark on the rest of the adventurous journey. An optional excursion can be done to Gokyo 5th lake, a 5hrs round trip. The walk will lead to the complete wilderness through glaciers and moraines towards the base of Cho Oyu (the world’s 6th highest mountain straddling the border between Nepal and Tibet). On reaching the 5th lake, enjoy the grand views of Mt. Everest, Changtse (7543m) and the towering ice wall of Cho Oyu. Return to Gokyo for the night stop.

Day 14: Renjo La 5360m and descend to Marlung 4210m 7hrs, BLD, Teahouse

Yes, it’s the 3rd and last high pass of this incredible adventure. As soon as the day breaks, the walk continues until the end of Gokyo Lake and crosses Renjo La pass, one of the most challenging sections of this adventure. Of course, reaching the top is again the blessing from heaven, so beautiful and mesmerizing. After a pleasant break, we continue through the frozen ponds beneath Renjo La pass and then lengthy descend to a small settlement, Lungdeng, which is close to Nangpa La pass towards Tibet. The walk goes further to reach Marlung village above Bhote Koshi River upstream.

Day 15: Trek from Marlung to Namche 6hrs, BLD, Teahouse

After all, the strenuous days have ended, and it’s the beginning of a new journey. The walking will get easier from here forth. The path leads to Thame through the scattered Shepherd’s huts and yak grazing pastures. After reaching the outskirts of Thame village, we will walk gradually to Thamo, a village with the hydropower of Namche and other Khumbu villages. In no time, you will get back into green woodland of tall pines and rhododendron trees. Overnight in Namche.

Day 16: Trek from Namche to Lukla 5hrs, BLD, Teahouse

Retrace the journey back to Monjo near the Sagarmatha National Park entrance and exit. From here, crossing the longest bridge in the region, you will get to Phakding village. Enjoying the lush greenery and the scenery, you will ultimately get to Lukla for the last overnight in the Khumbu region. It’s time to bid farewell to your local guides and porters.

Day 17: Fly back to Kathmandu from Lukla, B.

The flight starts early morning; transfer to the Tenzing-Hillary airport terminal at Lukla airport. On boarding the plane, a sweeping flight of 35 minutes brings you back to Kathmandu and then transfer to your respective hotels. End of the journey.

Cost for 1 PAX: $1,870 /-
Cost for 2 or more PAX: $1,530 per person

Note: Trip cost varies with the group sizes.

Everest Three Passes trek Cost Breakdown

Cost Includes

  • All ground transfers
  • Kathmandu – Lukla – Kathmandu both-way flight
  • Teahouse lodge during the trek with full board meals; Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (1 item each meal)
  • Tea/coffee (3 times) and seasonal fruits daily
  • Fully licensed, qualified English-speaking trek guide (leader) and assistant Sherpa as per the group
  • All the staff's expenses, including flight, salary, food, accommodation, equipment and insurance
  • Sagarmatha National Park fee
  • Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality Entrance fee
  • Everest Region Trekking permit and other paperwork
  • Optional supply if necessary; microspikes, sleeping bag, down jacket, duffel bags, walking sticks, etc.
  • Complimentary trekking route map, company t-shirt & certificate of appreciation
  • First Aid Medical Kit Bag with a pulse oximeter
  • All the government and local taxes

Cost Excludes

  • Extra accommodation and meals behind schedule
  • Porter service
  • Travel and emergency rescue insurance
  • Personal expenses and beverages of any kinds
  • Tips to the field staff (highly expected)

Everest Three Passes Trekking Useful Information

Customized Trips and Trip departure

Everest Three Passes Trekking departs from Kathmandu as per our fixed departure dates. You can join any available fixed departure groups if you are a solo or small group traveler if you wish to when the trips cannot be customized.

But if you are in a private group, fixed departure dates are not suitable for you, so you need to choose your own dates and packages when you can customize the trek as per your travel needs. For further information, please kindly contact your friendly neighbor, Nature Lovers Treks and Tours.

Accommodations during trek

You will be staying in the teahouse lodges or guesthouses during the trek.

Nature Lovers Treks and Tours has the best accommodation arrangement for you from the beginning to the end. We believe after the tough walking day, everyone deserves the proper rest and the right ambience to relax and chill. Therefore, our choice of accommodation is the best for the trekking days. The rooms will be clean and comfy. Our entire accommodations will be on a twin-sharing basis as you can see, so you have to let us know if others; let’s say if you want triple or quadruple sharing or a double bed, etc. There will be an extra charge for the single supplement.

Route Map and Company T-shirt

Nature Lovers Treks and Tours offers you a complimentary trekking map and company t-shirts.

Safe Drinking Water during Everest Three Passes Trek

Hydrating yourself is the most important thing to do during the trek. You should drink at least 3 liters of water every day or more. The main reason is to avoid altitude sickness and other health issues. Nature Lovers Treks and Tours provides water purification tablets or liquids to purify the water in the mountains. You can even buy mineral water or boiled water at an extra cost.

Your trekking guides and porters

Nature Lovers Treks and Tours has the best guides and porters in the whole tourism industry. We can guarantee you that. Ask yourselves a question. What do you look for in a guide and a porter? Are they fully insured and are they paid well? Well, they are the staff of Nature Lovers Treks and Tours, so they are hundred percent happy with their treatment by the company. They are experienced, licensed and knowledgeable in the field. They are well paid and fully insured for their journey as well as for the medicals.

Now, let’s talk about our backbones. The leader or a guide should have significant knowledge in climbing and trekking so that he can wonderfully and safely lead you, clearing any obstacles on the way. We, Nature Lovers Treks and Tours, can proudly say that our guides (climbing, assistant, trekking guide) are highly qualified for the role. They are fully trained, experienced and licensed. They have undergone a lot of training to make themselves useful in various situations and make your journey smooth and pleasant.

Our guide knows the local areas, the cultures, the traditions and the lifestyles much more than anyone does. Some of the things they tell you, might even be hard to find in the travel guidebooks. Depending upon the situation and weather conditions, the daily plans might change slightly, so he will inform you beforehand. You should always be flexible and ready to accommodate your guides’ instructions. Let him know if you have any health problems as well since he will act accordingly to the situation. Depending upon the group size, we will also provide assistant guides and extra Sherpas if needed.

Our porters are always fully equipped with the gear they need. As per the company policy, they are always insured and completely looked after. They are our backbone. We allow a maximum weight of 25/30 kg to be carried by one porter. They are the strongest in our group with fewer communication skills. We also closely work with IPPG {International Porter Protection Group} and follow their ethics and guidelines.

Your safety

Nature Lovers Treks and Tours puts your safety as the top priority. We provide you our own comprehensive first aid medical kit bag and the professional team of guides and porters. We always communicate with our field team members to keep track of your safety and concerns. We will monitor your entire journey and make sure you enjoy your journey in full scale. We are available 24/7 for your health and safety checks during Everest Three Passes Trekking.

Solo traveling in the Himalayas

We have had many solo travelers in the past. Nepal is totally safe to travel even in the Himalayas, even though you are alone. No matter if you're a solo female or a male traveler, you can hike in the Himalayas doubtlessly with our experienced guide. 

Extra personal expenses during and after the trek

The clients are responsible for their personal expenses during or after the treks, like buying beverages and snacks, WiFi, doing laundry, buying souvenirs & personal equipment, tips for the field staff, etc. Therefore, we recommend you bring some extra cash (in dollars or euro, etc.) of about $400-500, and change it into Nepali Rupees since only NPR are accepted in most of the Nepali market. 

Shower during the trek

It's an important matter to discuss about. After a day's end, you might feel like showering and getting fresh. It's a good idea on the lower altitudes, but if you're on the higher altitudes (more than 3500m), we recommend showering on intervals. People seem to catch a cold easily after showering, which can lead to altitude sickness. Teahouses in the lower elevation offers you hot shower, but in the upper elevation, a bucket of hot water is provided. They charge a little extra for the hot water bath ($3-5). 

Laundry on the trail

There are some teahouses that offer laundry services, and you can use their service during the acclimatizing days. However, most of the lodges don't have laundry service, and you might have to either wash your clothes yourself or postpone until you arrive in Kathmandu. Please plan about it in advance. 

Urgent point to Note

We always suggest you keep an extra one or two days in your trek since we are taking domestic flights from/to Lukla. The weather in the mountains is unpredictable and can change drastically, so your flight can be delayed or at worst cancelled and postponed for the next day. Therefore, this goes to all the Everest three passes trekkers that extra days are needed if you wish to take flights from/to Lukla.

Everest Three Passes Trekking Frequently Asked Questions

How much does the Everest Three Passes Trekking cost?

The cost of the Everest Three Passes Trek varies from depending on the number of days you choose to trek. The longer the trek, the more expensive it will become. Similarly, the price will differ with the accommodation choices also. Usually, Nature Lovers Treks and Tours offers a comprehensive package that is inclusive of all the costs and expenses for the entire journey from the moment you land in Nepal till the moment you fly back home. However, you could also choose to buy only a service-based package from us when we will be providing you only the supporting field staff plus trekking permits, and you have to arrange the rest by yourselves.

How is the Accommodation during the Everest Three Passes trek?

In Everest Three Passes Trekking, we will provide you the teahouse accommodations. A teahouse is typically a mountain lodge, a combination of a lodge or a guest house and a restaurant or a café with basic furniture and interiors suitable for the social hangout. Many teahouses even have some attached bathrooms and the central heating furnace. Most of the teahouses provide European toilets these days, while Asian-style of toilets are available in every teahouse. Hot showers are available but on an extra cost. The same goes with hot drinking water since they use gas or solar to boil the it. Sleeping blankets are usually provided, but we recommend you carry your own sleeping bags for hygienic purpose {can be arranged on request}. At the same time, it’s better to carry your own toiletries, including towels.

What are the permits that I need for Everest Three Passes Trekking?

For Everest Three Passes Trekking, you will need to make two permits: Sagarmatha National Park Entrance fee {can be made in Nepal Tourism Board at Kathmandu or Monjo} and Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality Entrance fee {obtained in Lukla}.

How does this tipping system in Nepal work, and do I have to tip?

Tipping is not compulsory for Everest Three Passes Trekking however, tipping is all about showing your gratitude and appreciation. We care about our staff in the fields, so we expect you to look after them in return for them looking after you throughout your journey. They are your closest friend in the remotest parts and your protector whenever anything seems to happen to you. So tipping is highly expected. The amount of gratuities can be determined by you. Normally, a guide or a porter expects around $10 or more per day.

Can I charge my phones, batteries or other electronic devices in Everest Three Passes Trekking?

You can easily charge your electronic devices during Everest Three Passes Trek {with some exceptional days} but by paying small amounts or fees for charging. Don’t forget to buy a plug adaptor or socket fittings before you leave Kathmandu.

Is there WiFi and mobile signal on the Everest Three Passes Trek?

Everest Three Passes Trekking route has good mobile network coverage these days {with few exceptions}, thanks to the Nepalese telecommunication companies called Ncell and NTC. You can buy one of these Sim cards from any local phone shop in Kathmandu. It is wiser to buy a sim card with around 4 GB of data in Kathmandu and use the mobile data in the trek to avoid paying extra by buying WiFi.

WiFi is readily available on purchase in the Everest Three Passes Trekking route, mostly everywhere. There are some internet cafes along the route where you can use WiFi to communicate with your loved ones, which are comparatively cheaper than buying the WiFi packs. However, the signal varies from place to place and please don’t expect to receive fast data coverage on the trek.

When is the best time to trek to Everest Three Passes?

Everest Three Passes Trekking can be done throughout the year. However on average, Spring {March, April and May} and Autumn {September, October and November} are the best times or seasons to trek to Everest three passes. Spring and Autumn are the Peak or Busy season in Nepal. It’s because the temperature is moderate during these seasons and the best panoramic mountain views are guaranteed, while during other Summer {June, July and August} and Winter {December, January and February} seasons, the clear weather is not guaranteed. But if you are an explorer, a photographer, and a peace lover, a less busy season can also be the right time to do Everest Three Passes Trekking. The problem is the weather is harsh cold in winter, and there’s snow everywhere while the summer has rainfalls and clouds obscuring the mountains and the views are not so great most of the time.

Do I have to worry about altitude sickness on Everest Three Passes Trek?

The itinerary of our Everest Three Passes Trekking is perfectly designed by Nature Lovers Treks and Tours. It has separated enough time in the places to let the body acclimatize well in high altitudes. As long as you follow the guide, you should be fine. Altitude sickness in fact, can affect anyone regardless of age or fitness level, so it is very important to walk slowly and gradually as you go higher. Learn more about Altitude Sickness to prepare yourselves for the upcoming Everest Three Passes Trekking.

Do I need to be healthy and physically fit for Everest Three Passes Trekking?

When it comes to trekking in the mountains, the health and fitness of a person play a vital role. If you are a healthy person without any serious medical problems, Everest Three Passes Trekking is for you, but if you have any sort of medical issues, please consult your doctor before coming to Nepal for the trek. We will be gaining a high altitude of 5545 m above sea level which is not a joke. People normally start to have breathing problems above 3000 meters from sea level, if they have pre-existing health conditions.

Regarding the fitness level required, Everest Three Passes Trek demands high physical fitness. The trekking includes daily walks of about 4-8 hours and involves many ascents and descents, including the highest passes crossing, which means you need lots of practice before you start the trekking journey. You will be traversing through the glaciers and highest passes. If you do not have previous trekking experience, that’s fine, but obviously if you have previous experience, it will be a lot easier. For those not having previous trekking experiences, please exercise regularly for at least 3 months before your trekking departure. Go for the morning walks, do some jogging as you get time, participate in some cycling activities, etc. This way, you will be good to go trekking to Everest Three Passes.

What kind of food items or meals can I eat on Everest Three Passes Trekking?

Full board meals or full meals are included during the trek. Tea and coffee will also be provided during the entire trip. During the trek, you will have breakfast and dinner in the same teahouse where you spend the night, while the lunch will be served en route towards the next destination of the day. There are varieties of choices to choose from; Nepalese, Tibetan, Indian, Continental, etc.

The most common and highly recommended food during the Everest Three Passes Trekking is typical Nepali Dal Bhat {rice and lentil}; even better without meat, it means Nepali Vegetarian Dal Bhat. You can also eat other food items such as seasonal vegetables, noodles and spaghetti, pasta, pizzas and French fries, soups, etc., depending on availability. For the beverage, you can choose either warm, hot or cold beverages; soft drinks, beer and hard drinks. For breakfast, you can order cereals, bread, noodle soups, egg dishes, etc.

Do I need travel insurance for Everest Three Passes Trekking?

Travel insurance is a must when you trek to Everest Three Passes. Therefore before you come to Nepal, please make sure you have your insurance documents with you since our insurance companies cannot insure foreign nationals. Because they cover all the expenses, if you face some unfortunate happenings and you have to be rescued or medically assisted during the trip or if your belongings are lost or stolen. We strongly advise you to take out insurance which covers any medical risks up to 5500 meter, and the medical evacuation from the mountains.

Can I use my debit or credit cards during the trek?

In general, most places in Nepal don't accept the card payments as they are remote and of limited use to them. So, we recommend you withdraw some cash before departing for the journey. ATMs will charge you minimal service fees for withdrawing money, and you will also get good exchange rates from the banks. 

How much weight of luggage can I take during the trek?

Our porter is allowed to carry a maximum of 25 kg so, since 2 clients will share one porter, your combined weights shouldn't be more than 20kg. We care about our porters, and he also has his personal belongings to carry. 

You might have to carry your own backpack for the important things and your personal items. But please, only carry the essentials, and you will have to leave the rest of the unimportant items, either in the hotel's locker room or in our office store for free. 

Is there any age limit for Everest three passes trek?

Not at all. Whether you're 5 years old or 85, you can trek as long as you can. In fact, children seem to adapt to high altitudes faster than an adult. So, as long as you're willing to hike the Himalayas, you can hike no matter your age. 

How do you take the remaining balance on arrival in Kathmandu? Do I need to pay you in cash, or can I use my card?

On arrival in Kathmandu, you can pay the remaining balance in cash or by card. We prefer to be paid in cash (it doesn't matter which currency) rather than by card but, you can also swipe your card, which will incur you an extra 3.5% charge from the bank.

How big should my backpack be?

It all depends on what you wish to carry on your day pack. We recommend a backpack between 20-40 liters or roughly the size of a school bag. 

If I have to use a restroom during the hike or trek, where can I use the bathroom?

You can easily access the restrooms of any teahouses on the trail. If it's urgent and you cannot find any teahouses around, you can always go off the trail to ease yourself. 

Can I leave my luggage in Kathmandu?

Definitely, you can leave your excess stuff in Kathmandu. Either you can leave them in the hotel's locker room or in our office store for free. 

What about extra days and nights in Kathmandu?

For any extra days and nights in Kathmandu which is outside of your schedule, you can let us know beforehand, and we can book the hotels for you and also other add-ons or activities as you may like. If, under unforeseen circumstances, you get extra days in Kathmandu after the trek, we shall work out the right solution for you.

What if I get sick or injured during the trek?

Like we said earlier, we put your safety as the top priority. Our professional team is always with you and monitoring you to ensure your wellness and safety. Our experienced and well-trained guide will use his skills in case of emergency, either if you get injured or if you get sick. If it's a symptom of altitude sickness or AMS, you will have to go down to the lower altitudes as fast as possible in order to regain your energy. You can always continue in the latter days or retreat as per your choice. In case of necessity, he will arrange the rescue helicopter for you to get quick medical attention in Kathmandu. 

What gear and equipment do I need to pack for Everest Three Passes Trekking?

Choosing the right gear and equipment is also important for the successful trek to Everest Three Passes. Pack the right gear and equipment but remember, packing as light as possible is the best way to go when trekking to Everest three passes. You should read this What to take for travel to get all the details on what you need to pack or carry to get to Everest three passes and back.

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