Everest High Pass Trek - 19 Days

On the first day of the Everest High Pass Trek, you will arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport, where you will be received and transferred into a hotel. Please take time to rest and absorb this culturally rich city. A full briefing will be given before the evening’s trek about safety measures, the way, and suggestions for getting the most out of it.

You can explore the colorful streets of Thamel or visit nearby UNESCO World Heritage sites like Swayambhunath (the Monkey Temple) or Durbar Square. Here you can see the true glory of architecture and culture in Nepal.

You are going to Lukla today by an exciting 35-minute flight, offering stunning mountain scenery. Upon arrival at Tenzing Norgay Airport, you meet your trekking crew and start hiking. The trail first drops down via beautiful villages such as Nurning and Chheplung, crossing over to the Dudh Koshi River.

Follow the riverbank upwards, passing through pine forests and small Sherpa settlements until you get to Phakding. Phakding is the place for your night stop, best placed for altitude acclimatization.

Today’s trek takes you from gentle slopes along the Dudh Kosi River towards Namche itself. You will pass across several suspension bridges, including the highly reputed Hillary Bridge, as you make your way through rhododendrons and pine forests. Monjo, this point of entry into Sagarmatha National Park, opens a view of the whole biodiversity of the region. Here, you can purchase Everest Permits if you have not got them in Kathmandu.

The trail, however, becomes steeper towards Namche Bazaar but rewards you with the very first marvelous view of Everest and the surrounding peaks. Namche features numerous shops, cafes and a vibrant Sherpa culture.

On the fourth day of the Everest High Pass Trek 19 Days, you will spend the whole day at Namche and acclimatize to adapt to high altitude. You will also hike to the Everest View Hotel, where you can see Everest, Lhotse, and Ama Dablam. Alternatively, you can also visit the Sherpa Culture Museum for a glimpse into the region’s history and achievements in mountaineering.

Namche Bazaar itself is worth a visit; it is fascinating with an exciting atmosphere. From bakeries to specialized backpack shops, this little village comprises just the right mix of native culture and trekking convenience to allow the traveler to relax and acclimatize.

Today’s trek will take you to Thame, a quiet Sherpa settlement famous for its mountaineering heritage. The trail starts easy from Namche Bazaar, then glides through the forested rhododendron onto the Bhote Koshi River. You will come across some mani walls with Buddhist prayers and some traditional villages.

Thame, after all, it is also time to explore the monastery which is quite ancient and sacred. With the ambience of ancient Tibetan Buddhism and insights into Sherpa culture, Thame presents some fine views of the mountains, which are the major highlights of this trek.

The trail stretches from Thame to Lungden, where one enters the quiet Bhote Koshi Valley. The trail gradually goes uphill, providing views of the beautifully capped peaks in the surrounding area. This part of the journey has very few settlements, which leads one deep into the untouched Himalayan wilderness.

Lungden is a small Sherpa Village away from the busier city vibes. The scenery here is stunning as it offers the best views of Mt. Everest, Ama Dablam, and more. And undoubtedly, you can have a wonderful time continuing the process of acclamation before reaching the high pass.

The trip over Renjo La Pass is one of the most difficult but rewarding during the trek. Starting early, the steep ascent to the pass takes you through the rugged terrain that is totally different from the lowlands of Lukla and Namche. From there, panoramic views of Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, and Cho Oyu greet you with a great smile.

Following the exploration of Renjo La Pass at 5,360 meters (17,581 ft) above sea level, you will descend to Gokyo Village. The descent to Gokyo is just as beautiful as it presents you with frozen lakes. Gokyo, located next to the serene Dudh Pokhari, is an ideal place to stay overnight and prepare for the next day’s hike.

The eighth day of the Everest High Pass Trek is set aside for acclimatization as well as discovering the beautiful areas of the Gokyo region. A beautiful morning hike to Gokyo Ri will be a fantastic viewpoint from which to view the wonderful panoramic sights of Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, Cho Oyu, and the rest of the surrounding peaks. This point opens to a wide view of where the longest glacier in Nepal, Ngozumpa, unfolds.

The rest of the day will be spent exploring the frozen lakes of Gokyo after descending. It’s a pristine atmosphere with soaring peaks reflecting clear sky waters is a place where you can relax and enjoy the surroundings.

Today’s climb gets steeper as you descend towards Thangna, which is the base camp for the Cho La Pass trek. The trail passes through the Ngozumpa Glacier and is very tough and icy for careful navigation. It is the moraine that offers beautiful views of peaks and valleys in the surrounding area.

Thangna is a small village that mostly caters to trekkers before crossing the Cho La Pass. It’s surrounded by the dramatic mountainous region where this area can normally be found very quiet at night. You will stay overnight at Thangna because tomorrow holds one of the toughest days for the trek.

Today, we will reach the second pass of this trek, Cho La Pass, at 5,420 meters (17,782 ft) above sea level climb. Starting the trek, we will catch a steep path that involves a challenging hike through a snow-covered trail. The reward at this point is breathtaking views of Ama Dablam, Cholatse, and other great heights.

The trails are sharp and rocky and though the way is long, it always leads to a point where the actual descent to Dzongla begins. It is a tiring descent but has beautiful views of Khumbu. At the end of your day, you will finally reach Dzongla village, where you will stay overnight.

Today, we will start our day with a warm breakfast at Dzongla and then head towards Lobuche, which takes around 6 to 7 hours. You will find a path gently sloped downward but then parts level along that of the Khumbu Glacier. As you hike, the views around the region get sparse, and both massive peaks and glacial moraine become more visible.

Lobuche is a gateway to Everest Base Camp, from where you can have visibility toward Nuptse and other nearby mountains. Overnight stay at Lobuche, enjoying traditional cuisine.

The day will start with the slow uphill climb towards Gorakshep. This is a small place, also called the last Sherpa Village of Khumbu Region, located below enormous peaks. The trail takes you along the lateral moraine of the Khumbu glacier, offering breathtaking views of ice pinnacles above you and the massive peaks of Nuptse and Pumori. From Gorakshep, you will push your hike towards Everest Base Camp, which brings massive views of the Mahalangur range.

You can see the Khumbu Icefall as well from close. After exploring the base camp, you will return to Gorak Shep to enjoy a good rest afterward.

On the thirteenth day of the Everest High Pass Trek 19 Days, you will catch a steep trail to Kala Patthar at 5644 meters that is worth the climb because it leads to the most stunning views of Everest. Especially during sunrise, you can completely see from this point Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, and other golden peaks. Kala Patthar is considered the best view point to take some stunning photos of Everest.

Then, you come back down to Gorak Shep and have breakfast before trekking back to Lobuche. On the way down, you now have the rugged Himalayan landscape displayed against a different backdrop, with glaciers and enormous peaks still gracing the route.

It is an early morning start upward on the hard climb to Kongma La Pass at 5,545 meters above sea level. The trail moves upward over rocky grounds and glacial moraines, offering a dramatic view of Makalu, Lhotse, and Ama Dablam. It is really fulfilling to reach the pass because it has a sweeping view of the surrounding Himalayan ranges. 

After exploring the views from Kongma La Pass, you will descend back to Chhukung. It’s a steep downhill track to Chhukung that offers amazing views of Imja Valley and Island Peak. Chhukung is a small little village offering a quite comfortably relaxing spot among the alpine scenery.

On the fifteenth day of the Everest High Pass Trek, you will descend to Pangboche, where the famous Pangboche Airport is located. You will hike through the Imja Valley and yak pastures in a few dispersed settlements. This trek is quite challenging, but with wonderful views of Ama Dablam, you will have a worth-it moment.

After arriving at Pangboche, you can visit the Pangboche Monastery, which is one of the oldest monasteries in this region. The glimpse into Sherpa culture and traditions is worth it, plus you can have the beautiful framing of mountains around the village.

The path goes downhill through the forests of rhododendrons and some suspension bridge connections, with small uphill climbs in it. As you follow back, the fine views of Everest and the peaks around get gradually replaced by the view of lush forests and river valleys. 

Namche Bazaar here welcomes you back to its lively atmosphere; it is the last chance to wind down, visit local stores, or have a warm meal in its cozy tea houses. This night marks the last in the heart of the Everest region.

The final phase of the trek now goes downwards towards Lukla from Namche. It crosses suspension bridges over the Dudh Koshi River, making its way through charming villages like Nurning, Phakding, and Monjo. 

Lukla welcomes the successful completion of the trek, where guides and fellow trekkers celebrate together. You will stay overnight in Lukla enjoying and celebrating your trek completion.

Today, a flight takes you back to Kathmandu early in the morning. On arrival, you will transfer to your hotel, and spend the day at leisure. Also, you can explore the bustling streets of Kathmandu or just enjoy relaxation after a challenging trek. 

In the evening, join for a farewell dinner with Mountain Treks Nepal Team to celebrate your awesome trip.

Overnight stay at a hotel.

Today, our representative will escort you to Tribhuvan International Airport from where you will depart to your home country.