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A 20-day loop through the Khumbu that crosses Kongma La, Cho La and Renjo La, linking Everest Base Camp and the Gokyo Lakes. Expect high passes, teahouse nights, and sustained high-altitude trekking that rewards with glacier views and Sherpa culture.
A 20-day loop through the Khumbu that crosses Kongma La, Cho La and Renjo La, linking Everest Base Camp and the Gokyo Lakes. Expect high passes, teahouse nights, and sustained high-altitude trekking that rewards with glacier views and Sherpa culture.
The plane drops you into Lukla and the trail immediately climbs into thin, crisp air — prayer flags whip like small flags of defiance against a sky that seems too close. Over twenty days you move through villages stitched to steep ridges, across glacier-fed valleys, and over three named high passes that test legs and nerve: Kongma La, Cho La and Renjo La.
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Operated by Mega Mount Trekking Expedition P. Ltd · Kathmandu, Bagmati Province
The plane drops you into Lukla and the trail immediately climbs into thin, crisp air — prayer flags whip like small flags of defiance against a sky that seems too close. Over twenty days you move through villages stitched to steep ridges, across glacier-fed valleys, and over three named high passes that test legs and nerve: Kongma La, Cho La and Renjo La.
This route threads the heart of the Khumbu, within Sagarmatha National Park, an area shaped by glacial carving and uplifted rock. Sherpa culture sets the rhythm here: mani stones, high-altitude gompas such as Tengboche, and yak caravans mark age-old routes once used for trade with Tibet. Geologically, you’ll see moraines, exposed bedrock and seasonal streams that reflect the monsoon’s reach.
Expect high-altitude trekking rather than technical mountaineering — the passes sit above 5,300 m and weather can change fast. Teahouse stays alternate with basic lodges; food is hearty but bring electrolytes for long days. Allow for planned acclimatization days in Namche and Dingboche to reduce altitude risk.
Practical essentials: fly into Lukla from Kathmandu, carry layered insulation and a sleeping bag rated for subzero temps, and pack light—porters and yaks can reduce load but not eliminate altitude strain. Start early on pass days, watch for signs of AMS, and plan flexible transit for weather delays. The Three High Pass Trek is a demanding, rewarding route that delivers sweeping glacier views, cultural depth, and a true test of high-altitude endurance.
Yes — you need a TIMS card and Sagarmatha National Park permit; organized operators typically handle permit logistics before the Lukla flight.
Late spring (April–May) and autumn (late September–November) offer the most stable weather and clear mountain views; winter is colder and summer brings monsoon risk.
No technical climbing gear is required for normal trekking routes over Kongma La, Cho La and Renjo La, though crampons and an ice axe may be useful in icy conditions with experienced guidance.
Ascend slowly, include acclimatization days, stay hydrated, avoid alcohol, and be prepared to descend immediately if symptoms of AMS appear; discuss medication protocols with a physician before travel.
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The plane drops you into Lukla and the trail immediately climbs into thin, crisp air — prayer flags whip like small flags of defiance against a sky that seems too close. Over twenty days you move through villages stitched to steep ridges, across glacier-fed valleys, and over three named high passes that test legs and nerve: Kongma La, Cho La and Renjo La.
The plane drops you into Lukla and the trail immediately climbs into thin, crisp air — prayer flags whip like small flags of defiance against a sky that seems too close. Over twenty days you move through villages stitched to steep ridges, across glacier-fed valleys, and over three named high passes that test legs and nerve: Kongma La, Cho La and Renjo La.
This route threads the heart of the Khumbu, within Sagarmatha National Park, an area shaped by glacial carving and uplifted rock. Sherpa culture sets the rhythm here: mani stones, high-altitude gompas such as Tengboche, and yak caravans mark age-old routes once used for trade with Tibet. Geologically, you’ll see moraines, exposed bedrock and seasonal streams that reflect the monsoon’s reach.
Expect high-altitude trekking rather than technical mountaineering — the passes sit above 5,300 m and weather can change fast. Teahouse stays alternate with basic lodges; food is hearty but bring electrolytes for long days. Allow for planned acclimatization days in Namche and Dingboche to reduce altitude risk.
Practical essentials: fly into Lukla from Kathmandu, carry layered insulation and a sleeping bag rated for subzero temps, and pack light—porters and yaks can reduce load but not eliminate altitude strain. Start early on pass days, watch for signs of AMS, and plan flexible transit for weather delays. The Three High Pass Trek is a demanding, rewarding route that delivers sweeping glacier views, cultural depth, and a true test of high-altitude endurance.