The Everest Three High Passes Trek is one of the most challenging treks in the Khumbu Valley. Thus, it attracts many trekkers with a thirst for adventure. The three high passes you need to conquer on the trek are Kongma La Pass (5,535 m), Cho La Pass (5,420m), and Renjo La Pass (5,360m) respectively. Moreover, you also get to visit the Gokyo Valley, which is filled with the beautiful Gokyo lake.
The trek takes 20 days to complete and it starts with a flight from Kathmandu to Lukla. Then, you start to trek towards Namche Bazaar via Phakding. Along the way, you also enter the Sagarmatha National Park. From Namche, you also explore the Khumjung Village. You head east towards Dingboche passing Tengboche on the way. After crossing Kongma La Pass, you head to Everest Base Camp and then visit Kala Patthar (5,545m) the highest point on this trek. Then you trek to Gokyo region after crossing the second pass, Cho La Pass. There you spend one full day to explore the Gokyo lakes and Gokyo Ri.
Equipment List for Everest Three High Passes Trek:
Everest Three High Passes is difficult trekking but however our long-year experience of operating Trekking to Nepal, We learn many things and would like to give some information to pack your equipment list for your Everest Three High Passes Trek and we hope, this information will be helpful you so success your trip.
Luggage/Duffle bag:
You will require a duffel bag or a backpack for trekking (65- 75 L) max and all our trekking stuff are kept in this duffle bag and this will be carried by our porters. However, Himalayan Adventure also provides the duffle back if needed.
A day backpack:
You will need a day backpack and you will be carrying it every day by yourself and we recommend you it has to be at least 25L and you can carry important documents like Passport, credit card along with a need to carry a water bottle, snacks bar and clothing layers (hat, gloves, fleece, sunblock, poles, etc…).
Trekking/Hiking boots:
Everest Three High Passes is difficult to trek and It is very important to have good trekking boots and it should be waterproof (in case of snow, or rain) Make sure it should be fit on your feet and comfortable during walking. Also, recommend you bring the Crompton during the winter season in Nepal.
Sport Sandals:
You need to have a pair of sports shoes or sandals to use while you are in camp or tea houses after the trek.
Sneakers:
Everest Three High Passes is difficult trekking so sneakers are not suitable for this trek so you can leave your sneakers in Kathmandu hotel until you get back.
Sleeping Bag:
You need to have a lightweight sleeping bag that works for the minus 15 degrees for the summer season but during the winter we recommend minus 20 degrees for the Everest Base camp trek. Himalayan Adventure can provide it if you need one but has to be returned after the trek.
Fleece jacket:
You need to have good quality fleece jacket at least 1 synthetic jacket or pullovers are a great alternative to fleece because they are lighter and more compressible and gives you enough warmth during the trekking.
Down jacket:
Down jacket is compulsory and recommend you to bring the warm enough so can keep you warm during the Everest Three High Passes Trek.
Socks:
You need to have at least 6 pairs of thick socks during the spring & autumn but winter and monsoon need at list 8 pairs of socks for the Everest Three High Passes Trek.
Lightweight/ warm insulated pants:
You need to have at least 4 pairs of lightweight trekking pants like Lightweight expedition thermal bottoms, Nylon hiking shorts, Softshell and hardshell trekking pants, Water/windproof trousers, and Casual pants so we can use as the weather.
Short-sleeved shirts:
You need to have 4 ice-breaker merino wool to keep you warm from the cold or synthetic shirts and if you are not allergic to wool products, merino wool is the ideal for Everest Three High Passes Trek.
Long-sleeved shirts:
You need to have at least three shirts.
Underwear:
You need to have few pairs of underwear and this can be as much as you need as there are no washing facilities every day on Everest Three High Passes Trek, we highly recommend you to have enough pair of underwear.
Waterproof jacket:
You need at least one waterproof jacket for the rain/snow and wind for the Everest Three High Passes Trek and waterproof pants may be on option.
Head and face gear:
Sun Hat or cap during the day time, Woolen Hat for morning & Evening and Polarized sunglasses are compulsory.
Hand gear:
You need warm gloves.
Traveling supplies:
Adapter Plug for Charging the Camera and Mobile, Camera belt, Passport belt ( nice to have), Swiss army knife (option), Flashlight, Headlamp, Water bottle, Extra camera battery, Hand sanitizer, Alarm clock, Hiking poles (optional ) and Binoculars (optional).
Toiletries:
Razor, razor blades, shaving cream, aftershave toothbrush, toothpaste, dental floss, sunscreen, toilet paper, small towel, and period pads (for women).
Medication:
First Aid Medical Kit box (can be purchased in Thamel Kathmandu), Altitude Medicines (Diamox), Tylenol, aspirin, ibuprofen, Anti-diarrheic, Powerful antibiotics, and Nasal Spray or Drops.
All flight times are approximate and subject to change due to weather conditions and weight restrictions.
Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions.
We do pick up and drop from Kathmandu Airport.
Passport required