Everest Two High Passes Trek

Duration: 
18 Days
Altitude: 
5,550m (18,204ft)
Difficulty: 
Strenuous
Holiday Style: 
Lodge-to-lodge Trek
Starts/Ends: 
In Kathmandu

Holiday Overview

Everest region is by far the most popular trekking destination in Nepal mainly due to unrivalled mountain sceneries, unique Sherpa culture and ancient monasteries. Thus, Everest region is also known as the land of mountains and monasteries.

Everest region is the perfect trekking destination for those looking for perfect trekking trails, highly developed infrastructures and breathtaking views of towering mountains.

Everest Two High Passes trek is one of the best treks for adventure seekers. The trek begins with an exciting flight to Lukla. The trail goes over two high passes: Cho La (5,420m) and Renjo La (5,360m). The trek offers ample opportunity to witness magnificent views of high mountains including Mt. Everest, the highest mountain in the world, Mt. Makalu, Mt, Lhotse and Mt. Cho Oyu. Unique culture of legendary Sherpa people and ancient monasteries are other attractions of the trek. Mountain sceneries and picturesque landscape seen during the trek are seen nowhere else in Nepal

      Holiday Highlights

  • Cross over some of the highest passes in the world
  • Magnificent views of high mountains including Mt. Everest
  • True experience of authentic Sherpa culture and hospitality
  • Scenic mountain scenery seen nowhere else in the world

Holiday Summary

  • Day 1                  International arrival in Kathmandu
  • Day 2                  Holiday briefing and city sightseeing
  • Day 3/16             On the trek
  • Day 17                Return to Kathmandu
  • Day 18                Trip concludes and international departure

Day-to-day Brief Itinerary

Day 1
International arrival in Kathmandu
Altitude: 
1,350m
Destination: 
Kathmandu
Day 2
Explore World Heritage Sites of Kathmandu
( Altitude: 1,350m, Duration: 4-5 hours )
Duration: 
4-5 hours
Altitude: 
1,350m
Destination: 
Kathmandu
Day 3
Fly to Lukla trek and to Phakding
( Altitude: 2,610m, Duration: 3-4 hours )
Duration: 
3-4 hours
Altitude: 
2,610m
Destination: 
Phakding
Day 4
Trek to Namche Bazaar
( Altitude: 3,540m, Duration: 5-6 hours )
Duration: 
5-6 hours
Altitude: 
3,540m
Destination: 
Namche Bazaar
Day 5
Explore the best of Namche Bazaar
( Altitude: 3,540m, Duration: 4-5 hours )
Duration: 
4-5 hours
Altitude: 
3,540m
Destination: 
Namche Bazaar
Day 6
Trek to Tengboche
( Altitude: 3,860m, Duration: 5-6 hours )
Duration: 
5-6 hours
Altitude: 
3,860m
Destination: 
Tengboche
Day 7
Trek to Dingboche
( Altitude: 4,420m, Duration: 5-6 hours )
Duration: 
5-6 hours
Altitude: 
4,420m
Destination: 
Dingboche
Day 8
Hike to Chhukung or Dingboche Ri (5,310m)
( Altitude: 4,420m, Duration: 5-6 hours )
Duration: 
5-6 hours
Altitude: 
4,420m
Destination: 
Dingboche
Day 9
Trek to Lobuche
( Altitude: 4,920m, Duration: 4-5 hours )
Duration: 
4-5 hours
Altitude: 
4,920m
Destination: 
Lobuche
Day 10
Trek to Gorakshep and hike to Everest Basecamp (5,365m)
( Altitude: 5,190m, Duration: 6-7 hours )
Duration: 
6-7 hours
Altitude: 
5,190m
Destination: 
Gorakshep
Day 11
Hike to Kala Pattar (5,550m) & trek to Dzonglha
( Altitude: 4,830m, Duration: 6-7 hours )
Duration: 
6-7 hours
Altitude: 
4,830m
Destination: 
Dzonglha
Day 12
Cross over the Chola Pass (5,420m) and trek to Gokyo Lake
( Altitude: 4,770m , Duration: 7-8 hours )
Duration: 
7-8 hours
Altitude: 
4,770m
Destination: 
Gokyo Lake
Day 13
Hike to Gokyo Ri (5,370m) and rest
( Altitude: 4,770m, Duration: 3-4 hours )
Duration: 
3-4 hours
Altitude: 
4,770m
Destination: 
Gokyo Lake
Day 14
Cross over the Renjo La Pass (5,360m) and trek to Lungdhen
( Altitude: 4,300m, Duration: 6-7 hours )
Duration: 
6-7 hours
Altitude: 
4,300m
Destination: 
Lungdhen
Day 15
Trek to Monjo
( Altitude: 2,835m, Duration: 5-6 hours )
Duration: 
5-6 hours
Altitude: 
2,835m
Destination: 
Monjo
Day 16
Trek to Lukla
( Altitude: 2,840m, Duration: 5-6 hours )
Duration: 
5-6 hours
Altitude: 
2,840m
Destination: 
Lukla
Day 17
Fly to Kathmandu
( Altitude: 1,350m, Duration: 35 minute )
Duration: 
35 minute
Altitude: 
1,350m
Destination: 
Kathmandu
Day 18
International departure

What's Included

  • All ground transfers as specified in the itinerary
  • Kathmandu hotel accommodation in twin sharing basis with breakfast
  • Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu flight fares
  • Local lodge accommodation during the trek
  • 3 meals (Breakfast, lunch and dinner) and tea/coffee during the trek
  • Trek permit and all other necessary document
  • An experienced English-speaking trek leader (trekking guide) and porters to carry luggage (1 porter for 2 trekkers) including their salary, insurance, equipment, flight, food and lodging
  • First Aid Medical Kit
  • Visit Kailash Treks’ duffel bag

What's not Included

  • Nepal visa fee
  • International flight fares from/to home
  • Travel and medical insurances, which must cover the cost of emergency land/air evacuation
  • Lunch and dinners in Kathmandu
  • Extra night hotel and meals in Kathmandu and Lukla in the event of late departure and early arrival caused by unforeseen circumstances, e. g. flight cancellations due to bad weather
  • Pure personal trekking gears
  • Horse rental for personal ride
  • Pure personal nature expenses, e. g. bar bills, mineral water, telephone, WIFI, laundry and etc.
  • Any other costs not specified in the itinerary, but may incur due to unforeseen circumstance
  • Guide and porter tips

Holiday Extensions

Following extensions are available to add on your itinerary either before or after the trek.

  1. Tiger & Rhino Watching Tour in Chitwan National Park
  2. Tiger Watching Tour in Bardia National Park
  3. Birdwatching Holiday in Koshi Tappu
  4. Explore Pokhara

     Contact us for further information and best price

Date & Price

Arrival in Kathmandu
Departure from Kathmandu
Availability
Tour Cost
2 April, 2023
19 April, 2023
Completed
9 April, 2023
26 April, 2023
Completed
16 April, 2023
3 May, 2023
Completed
15 Oct, 2023
1 Nov, 2023
Completed
22 Oct, 2023
8 Nov, 2023
Space Available
5 Nov, 2023
22 No, 2023
Space Available
12 Nov, 2023
29 Nov, 2023
Space Available
19 Nov, 2023
6 Dec, 2023
Space Available
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