Day 1
Lukla to Phakding
3 hrs / 8 km / sleep 2,610 m
Fly to Lukla and gentle descent along the Dudh Koshi River.
Everest
Everest Three Passes Trek
The ultimate Everest region challenge — cross three high passes (Kongma La, Cho La, Renjo La) and visit EBC, Kala Patthar, Gokyo Ri, and the Gokyo Lakes in one epic trek.
Strenuous19 days5,545 mMar–May, Oct–Nov
Photo: Tom Simcock / Wikimedia CommonsOverview
Trek overview
Long-form route context for planning, pacing, and realistic expectations.
The ultimate Everest region challenge — cross three high passes (Kongma La, Cho La, Renjo La) and visit EBC, Kala Patthar, Gokyo Ri, and the Gokyo Lakes in one epic trek.
This itinerary is synced from TrekGuard mobile app data and includes 19 planned days, 170 km of walking, and 9,800 m of total elevation gain.
Highlights include Kongma La (5,535m), Cho La (5,420m), Renjo La (5,360m), Everest Base Camp + Gokyo Lakes.
Itinerary
Daily route plan
Day 2
Phakding to Namche Bazaar
6 hrs / 11 km / sleep 3,440 m
Cross suspension bridges and climb to Namche Bazaar.
Day 3
Namche Bazaar acclimatization
5 hrs / 8 km / sleep 3,440 m
Acclimatization day. Hike to Everest View Hotel.
Day 4
Namche Bazaar to Tengboche
5 hrs / 10 km / sleep 3,860 m
Trek to Tengboche Monastery.
Day 5
Tengboche to Dingboche
5 hrs / 11 km / sleep 4,410 m
Trek to Dingboche through the Imja Valley.
Day 6
Dingboche to Chhukung
3 hrs / 6 km / sleep 4,730 m
Short trek to Chhukung beneath Lhotse wall.
Day 7
Chhukung to Lobuche
8 hrs / 10 km / sleep 4,940 m
Cross Kongma La Pass (5,535m) — the first and highest pass. Steep scramble with ropes.
Day 8
Lobuche to Gorak Shep
3 hrs / 6 km / sleep 5,180 m
Trek to Gorak Shep. Afternoon hike to Everest Base Camp.
Day 9
Gorak Shep to Dzongla
6 hrs / 10 km / sleep 4,830 m
Early morning climb to Kala Patthar (5,545m) for Everest sunrise. Descend via Lobuche to Dzongla.
Day 10
Dzongla to Thagnag
7 hrs / 9 km / sleep 4,700 m
Cross Cho La Pass (5,420m) — glacier traverse with fixed ropes. Descend to Thagnag.
Day 11
Thagnag to Gokyo
3 hrs / 5 km / sleep 4,790 m
Short trek to Gokyo village on the shore of turquoise Gokyo Lake.
Day 12
Gokyo to Gokyo
5 hrs / 6 km / sleep 4,790 m
Climb Gokyo Ri (5,357m) for views of four 8,000m peaks. Explore the lake system.
Day 13
Gokyo to Lungden
7 hrs / 10 km / sleep 4,380 m
Cross Renjo La Pass (5,360m) — the third and final pass. Descend to Lungden.
Day 14
Lungden to Thame
5 hrs / 10 km / sleep 3,820 m
Descend through valleys to the Sherpa village of Thame.
Day 15
Thame to Namche Bazaar
4 hrs / 10 km / sleep 3,440 m
Easy walk back to Namche Bazaar.
Day 16
Namche Bazaar to Lukla
7 hrs / 19 km / sleep 2,860 m
Long final descent back to Lukla.
Day 17
Lukla acclimatization
0 hrs / 0 km / sleep 2,860 m
Buffer day for weather delays. Fly to Kathmandu.
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- Duration
- 19 days
- Altitude
- 5,545 m
- Updated
- 2026
Route files are planning references only. Always follow current trail conditions, local notices, and guide advice.
Packing checklist
Use a mobile-friendly checklist for clothing, electronics, medicine, documents, and trail gear.
Altitude and safety
Prepare before pushing higher.
Climb gradually and take acclimatization seriously.
Check weather, wind, and daylight before long days.
Descend and seek help if altitude symptoms worsen.
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