Everest Three Pass Trek Clockwise

With a sign that reads Holiday Treks and Expedition, our airport representative will be waiting for you outside the terminal of Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu. After that, a private vehicle will take you to your hotel. We will discuss about the itinerary  to know more about the trip planning details for the Everest High Passes Clockwise Trek. Welcome Dinner in the evening. 

Overnight in Kathmandu  

Everest High Passes Trek in Clockwise adventure will start early in the morning after you catch a 45-minute scenic flight to Lukla. You will be in wonder at the magnificent mountain ranges when you fly above them. Following the Dudh Koshi on its east side will take you to Phakding once you descend the Kusum River. As your body requires time to get used to the thin air, moving slowly will be the most crucial thing to remember. You will arrive in Phakding after a short expedition, and you will spend the night in a local people -run teahouse. 

Overnight in Phakding.

Passing through stunning Sherpa communities like Bengkar, Monjo, and Jorsale on the way to Namche. The way from Phakding to Namche has several slopes in both directions. The green views, fresh air, stunning views, and the desire to reach the summit will encourage you even though it could be quite exhausting. As you cross the Dudh Koshi River at Bengkar, you will get to see views of snow-capped mountains including Kusum Kanguru, Thamserku, and other summits. You will reach  the checkpoint at the entrance to Sagarmatha National Park, where your permits for the Clockwise Everest High Passes Trek will be examined. Next, move upstream along the bank until you reach the junction of the Dudh Koshi and Bhote Koshi rivers. By climbing one of the suspension bridges above the river, you may get to Namche Bazaar. From Namche Bazaar, you can see Mt. Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Ama Dablam, and Taweche peaks in all their magnificence. 

Overnight in Namche Bazar 

Today is a day acclimatization for the Clockwise Everest High Passes Trek in Namche Bazar. There are several different amenities including ATMs, Internet cafes, restaurants, and bakeries. You may quickly go to a viewpoint in the local, such as Thame or Khunde, and then take a tour of the neighborhood, including the Tourist Visitor Center, where you can learn about Everest climbers, Sherpa people, and their traditions. A trek can also get you to the Everest View Hotel. From here, you get a close-up view of numerous mountains, including Everest, Ama Dablam, Lhotse, Nuptse, Cho-Oyu, Thamserku, and many more. You will return to Namche for the evening after exploring the area for a while. Along the way, it's possible to view a museum, a gallery, and a few Sherpa villages.

Overnight in Namche Bazaar.

As you go toward Thame, following Bhote Koshi river , you will pass through woods of rhododendron and pine . The mud-plastered stupa at Phurte is another sight you will get to visit along the trip. Thamo and Thamo Gumba is the next stop on your Everest High Passes Clockwise Trek  . From here, the trail descends sharply to Khumbu Hydroelectric Plant before ending in Thame, which is located at the mouth of Khumbu Valley. Peaks such as Teng Kangpoche and Kwangde may be viewed from Thame. Additionally, Nangpa La Pass, which leads to Tibet, is visible towards the north. Thame has a distinguished history of mountain climbers, from the late Tenzing Norgay, who made the first ascent of Mount Everest, to Appa Sherpa, who scaled the summit 21 times.

 Overnight in Thame. 

You will trek towards the first pass of the trip in the morning after seeing the monastery in Thame. The pictorial villages of Thambuteng, Hungmo, and Taranga are located along the path that leads to the Marulung hamlet above the Bhote Kosi River. You will travel through a wilderness area after passing through a number of villages, yak grazing fields, and sparsely vegetated landscapes before arriving at Marlung.

Overnight in Marulung . 

The trek continues to Lumde, which is close to an ancient route used for trading salt between Tibet and Khumbu region . There will be a diversion on your way from the northeastern Tibet border way. You will cross a few authentic and ancient Himalayan settlements that blend into the surroundings almost subtly before reaching Lumde . You must climb all the way up to get to Lumde . Throughout the climb, you will get fantastic views of the enormous Himalayan range all the way to Renjo La Pass, as well as the stunning scenes of Kyajo Ri. For a few more hours of walking, you will get to Lumde, a little settlement with stunning views of the high snow mountains all around. 

Overnight in Lumde 

As you will be going across the first pass along the route, Renjo La Pass will be one of your most thrilling days. The hike begins easily but quickly becomes difficult as you get closer to the top of Renjo La. You may see a variety of human activities, including yak herding, depending on the season. The spectacular vistas of superior peaks like Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, and Cho Oyu will be seen once you pass through the Renjo La Pass. You will descend to Dudh Pokhari, the third lake in the Gokyo valley, after crossing the pass, and then you will reach the settlement of Gokyo, which is situated next to the lake. After taking a short break, you may even ascend the ridge to see the world's highest freshwater Gokyo lake. 

Overnight in Gokyo . 

Early morning trek up to Gokyo Ri for a breathtaking view of the dawn. The views of Mount Everest and the surrounding Himalayan landscape are astonishing from the summit. You will head back to Gokyo for breakfast after having a terrific day up on Gokyo Ri. Everest High Passes Trek in clockwise orientation on the rocky slopes is strenuous. The lateral moraine is present at the other end of the glacier, where a lovely frozen lake serves as a landmark. Going up the rocky slope of the moraine on a level area between the moraine and the mountain wall will take you to Thangnag if you continue along the route above the lake. After a few hours of walking past the second lake and along the moraines of the Ngozumba Glacier, you will arrive in Thangnag. This location is peaceful and ideal for crossing the Cho-La high pass.

Overnight in Dragnag 

Today the Cho La Pass, which is the second highest pass on Everest High Passes Clockwise Trek, will be cross. Although the pass is not very challenging to trek, it is steep and requires a glacier traverse on the eastern side. The terrain is treacherous and has frozen rocks that make it difficult for hikers to pass through.  Your route will continue to ascent in a constrained and rocky valley from Phedi .The view grows more and more appealing as you rise. After reaching  the top of the Cho La pass, which is decorated with prayer flags, you will travel beside the frozen lake can be viewed . During the walking over the Pass, you will get views of prominent peaks such as Kyajo Ri, Tengkangpoche, Numbur, Kangchung, etc.The path descends sharply towards Dzongla, crossing via pine trees and crevasses after crossing through Cho La Pass . The astonishing scenic view of Lobuche, Mt. Cholatse, Mt. Ama Dablam, and the Pheriche settlement in the distance from Dzongla from a wide-angle perspective. You will reach Dzongla after a little more trek. 

Overnight in Dzongla .

After breakfast Everest High Passes Trek Clockwise the next morning is resumed.  Gorakshep is the destination for today. The moraine will be followed as you begin the day's descent near Chola Lake. The three passes path and the main Everest Base Camp trail will soon intersect. From the intersection, go north across a fragile moraine to Lobuche.  several monuments honoring the climbers killed in this region while climbing Mount Everest will be passed.  Imja Khola Valley routes will provide a delightful trip to Lobuche. Continue down the winding path that runs between the mountainside and the Khumbu Glacier's glacier moraine as you go past the Italian Pyramid and approach the Changri Glacier's terminal moraine. You must cross the Changri Glacier's moraine on foot to get to Gorakshep which is at the base of Kala Patthar. Gorak Shep will let you admire the glory of Pumori, Lingtren, Khumbutse, and Changtse. 

 Overnight in Gorakshep .

Mount Everest’s base camp is where you'll climb today. The walk starts after breakfast in Gorakshep. You will use the trail that follows the Khumbu Glacier's moraine to get back to it from Gorak Shep. You will have to go over rocky terrain, tough routes, and the smoky air of the mountains to get to the base camp of Mount Everest, which is situated below the Khumbu Icefall. A moving prayer flag denotes the location of Mount Everest's base camp. Following the same route that you took to trek to Everest Base Camp, you will return to Gorakshep and then to Lobuche.

Overnight in Lobuche. 

You will pass via the third and tallest pass of the clockwise Everest High Passes Trek, Kongma La Pass. Of the three passes, this one is regarded as the most challenging and daring. Starting in Lobuche, the trip concludes at Chhukung. Your ascent to Kongma La Pass is easy since the trail is lined with frozen lakes. A crane wrapped in a mummy denotes this pass. The amazing view of Lhotse, Lhotse Shar, Makalu, Baruntse, and Ama Dablam from the pass can be observe. From the Kongma La pass, you will descend to the eastern side of the Nigyang Khola Valley and enter Chhukhung Village. There is no permanent dwelling here; instead, Sherpas utilize it as a yak pasture. In recent years, this area has become more well-known as a hiking peak, and trekkers frequently visit Chhukhung for acclimatization. You are welcomed by Chhukhung with a breathtaking vista of Island Peak and Amphu Lapcha. You will arrive at the hotel in Chhukung before dusk. 

Overnight in Chukkung .

After breakfast the trek continues from Chhukung towards  Chubejung Kharka, where it rejoins the Everest High Passes Clockwise Trekking path after passing Bibre. Keeping along the Imja River's route, you will now proceed to Dingboche. The route leaves Dingboche by taking a turnoff to Pheriche and descends the valley to Orsho. To get to Somare, climb down from Orsho along the west bank of the Imja Khola. Following Pangboche, you will climb to Deboche by way of the monastery and a steep descent. Now continue on a moderately climbing track through the forest to Tengboche. The rest of the day will be spent touring the stunning Tengboche Monastery and taking in the stunning views of Tawache, Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, and Thamserku. 

Overnight in Tengboche . 

After breakfast head back to the Dudh Koshi River via stunning waterfalls and a wonderful rhododendron woodland. The trip passes through a pine forest, where musk deer frequently feed early in the morning. Before you get to Larja Dobhan, you could have one more chance to glimpse Mount Everest and Lhotse. The path descends to Larja Dobhan from Namche via pine forest. After passing under the bridge at Larja Dobhan, the route briefly declines before continuing along the Dudh Koshi River. Recross the Dudh Koshi and go on a flat path to Jorsale. The Clockwise Everest High Passes Trekking path ascends a little after crossing the suspension bridge again beyond Jorsale and then climbs steeply for a short distance to Monjo. 

Overnight in Monjo. 

The route from Monjo descends for a bit before crossing the Dudh Koshi on a suspension bridge and continuing for a short distance to Benkar.  The route makes a few uphill and downhill turns in the Dudh Koshi valley to  Phakding. The trail continues to travel for a short and sharp ascend, passing various Buddhist setups in Ghat village. Following a brief steep ascend to the Thado Koshi and a brief descent, crossing the last lengthy suspension bridge of your Everest High Passes Clockwise Trek. After crossing the suspension bridge, the track goes upward till Chablung before diverging in the direction of Lukla. From there, the route continues through a scrub forest of Chauri Kharka before making the final ascent of your walk. 

Overnight in Lukla . 

After breakfast you will reach aiport for scheduled flight to Ramechhap or Kathmandu . Your bags will be transported to the airport by Sherpas, and the guides will handle additional airport formalities. You will be transported to your accommodation in Kathmandu from the airport. You may make the most of your remaining time on the Everest High Passes Trek Clockwise by visiting Kathmandu's well-known marketplaces. You will gather for the goodbye meal in the evening, during which you will also talk about the trip and the feedback.

Overnight in Kathmandu.

The penultimate day of departure from Kathmandu is today. Our assistant will pick you up from your hotel and drop you off at the airport's international terminal three hours before your flight's scheduled departure time. You can also choose to prolong your trip by selecting a different package.