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Everest High Pass Trek
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Activity
Nepal Trekking
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Region
Everest Region Treks
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Duration
22 Days
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Max. Altitude
5535M
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Group Size
2-16
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Best Season
March-May & Sept-Nov
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Grade
Strenuous
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Accommodation
Hotel / Tea House / Tent
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Meals Included
Yes

Trip Overview

The Everest High Pass Trek is an adventurous and challenging trekking route in the Everest region of Nepal. It allows trekkers to conquer three high mountain passes: Renjo La Pass, Cho La Pass, and Kongma La Pass. This trek is ideal for experienced trekkers looking to push their limits and explore the remote and less-traveled areas of the Everest region.

The trek typically starts in Lukla, where you will fly from Kathmandu. From Lukla, the trail ascends through picturesque villages, dense forests of rhododendron and pine, and glacier-carved valleys, offering stunning views of the surrounding snow-capped peaks.

The first pass you will encounter on this trek is the Renjo La Pass, located at 5,340 meters. From the top of Renjo La, you are rewarded with breathtaking panoramic views of Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, and other peaks. The trail then descends into the Gokyo Valley, where you can explore the beautiful Gokyo Lakes and climb up Gokyo Ri for a bird's eye view of the surrounding Himalayas.

The trek continues towards the next challenge - the Cho La Pass, a high mountain pass at 5,420 meters. Crossing the Cho La Pass is a thrilling and demanding experience as you navigate through icy terrain and rocky slopes. From the top of Cho La, you will be treated to awe-inspiring views of towering peaks and glaciated valleys.

After conquering Cho La Pass, the trek takes you to Everest Base Camp, where you can soak in the majestic beauty of the Khumbu Icefall and the surrounding Himalayan giants. The final pass of the trek is Kongma La Pass, located at an altitude of 5,535 meters. It offers a challenging but rewarding ascent and astonishing views of Everest, Lhotse, and Makalu.

Throughout the trek, you can immerse yourself in the rich Sherpa culture, visiting monasteries, prayer wheels, and traditional villages. Accommodation on the trek is typically in tea houses, providing a cozy and welcoming atmosphere after a day of trekking.

The Everest High Pass Trek is physically demanding and requires good fitness and acclimatization to the high altitudes. However, the sense of achievement and the unparalleled beauty of the Himalayas make this trek a truly remarkable and unforgettable adventure for those seeking a thrilling high-mountain experience.

Itinerary

Day 01: Arrive Kathmandu O/n Hotel
Day 02: Kathmandu Sightseeing O/n Hotel
Day 03: Fly to Lukla, Trek to Phakding O/n Hotel
Day 04: Trek Namche Bazaar (3,440m) O/n Hotel.
Day 05: Acclimatization at Namche.
Day 06: Trek to Tangboche (3870m) O/n Guest House.
Day 07: Trek to Dingboche (4360m) O/n Guest House.
Day 08: Trek to Chhukung (4700m) O/n Guest House.
Day 09: Trek From Chhukung to Lobuche (5000m) via Kongma La (5535m).
Day 10: Trek to Gorak Shep (5,140m) O/n Guest House.
Day 11: Morning Hike Up to Kalapatter (5545m) & Explore Ebc (5316m) O/n Guest House.
Day 12: Trek to Dzongla (4830m) O/n Guest House.
Day 13: Trek to Thangnak (4,700 M). Via Chola Pass (5350m) O/n Guest House.
Day 14: Trek to Gokyo Lake (4,750m) O/n Guest House.
Day 15: Hike to Gokyo Ri (5483 M) O/n Guest House
Day 16: Trek to Lungden via Renjo Pass (5345m) O/n Guest House.
Day 17: Trek to Thame Village (3800m) O/n Guest House.
Day 18: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3441 M) O/n Guest House.
Day 19: Trek to Lukla (2886 M.)o/n Hotel.
Day 20: Fly to Kathmandu O/n Hotel
Day 21: Free Days at Kathmandu
Day 22: Departure

Cost Include

  • National Park fee and TIMS Permits
  • Accommodation in trekking on tourist standard hotels or guest house
  • Food for trekking (Breakfast, lunch, dinner)
  • Mountain Guide, Cook, Kitchen & necessary porters
  • Kathmandu – Lukla – Kathmandu flight ticket
  • Local transportation Airport – Hotel – Airport
  • Trekking insurance with Medical insurance for trekking staffs
  • Trekking allowance, food allowance for trekking crews
  • flight ticket and land transportation for Trekking staffs
  • Service charge to company

Cost Exclude

  • Personal equipment for Trekking
  • Personal insurance for travel to Nepal
  • Lunch& Dinner in Kathmandu
  • Emergency Rescue evacuation (in case needed)
  • Trekking sleeping bag
  • Personal expenses
  • Tipping(Tips) for staff

Equipment list for Everest High Pass Trek

This checklist is designed to help you prepare for a trekking holiday in Nepal, with additional notes for those attempting to summit a trekking peak. It's reassuring to know that high-quality gear, including outdoor clothing and sleeping bags, can be conveniently rented in Kathmandu.

Most treks will be in lodges or teahouses, which offer basic rooms with two single beds and mattresses. These lodges, with their cozy rooms and provided blankets, ensure a comfortable stay, making your trek a more enjoyable experience. A good-quality three-season sleeping bag should suffice. However, for trekking peaks, you'll generally set up base camp with tents, necessitating a warmer sleeping bag, a liner to enhance its warmth, and a sleeping mattress.

TRAVEL DOCUMENTS HEAD
Debit/Credit Cards Sun Cap
PP Size Photo (2 Pieces) Fleece Hat/ Warm Hat (1-2 Pcs)
Insurance Paper And Contact Address. Neck Gaiter (2 Pcs)
Family Members / Company’s Contact Head Lamp with extra batteries
Address Sun Glasses (UV Protection)
Travel Insurance Balaclava
   
HANDS AND FEET UPPER BODY
Light Liner & Down Gloves Thermal Top Base Layer (2 Pcs)
Normal Socks (5-6 Pairs) Fleece Jacket (1 Pcs)
Trekking Shoes  Gore Tex Jacket (1 Pcs)
Slipper (1 Pair) Down Jacket (1 Pcs)
Camp Shoes Quick Dry T-Shirt (2 Pcs)
Hiking Boot with ankle support Wind breaker/Windproof Jacket
   
LOWER BODY PERSONAL EQUIPMENT
Thermal Bottom Base Layer (2 Pcs) Down Sleeping Bag -10°C to -20°C
Fleece Trouser (1pcs) Headlamp (Rechargeable Batteries)
Gore Tex Pant (1 pcs) Trekking Pole
Light Weight Quick Dry Trekking Pants(2-3 Pairs) Rucksacks 35L - 45L/Day Bag
Gaiters for trekking boots Rain Pancho & Umbrella
Under Wear (4 pcs) Powerbank
   
EATING & DRINKING TOILETRIES
Energy Bar Hand Disinfectant
Snacks Wet Tissue
Water Bottle Tooth Paste & Tooth Brush
Thermos Soap & Shampoo
   
MEDICAL/FIRST AID MISCELLANEOUS
Severe Pain Killer (Flexon) Lip Balm
Mild Pain Killer (Paracetamol) Sunscreen
Throat Lozengen (Strepsils) Moisturizer
Lubricating Eye Drop (Artificial Tear) Quick Dry Towel
Antacid Tab Trails Maps
Electrolyte Tab Trekking Poles
Handy Plast Sun Cream (30-50 Spf)
Blister Blast Lip Guard (30-50 Spf)
Crep Bandage (Elastic Bandage) Sun Glasses (UV Protection)
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Price $1700
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