Everest Three Passes Trek

What are included in Everest Three Passes Trek?

What are the permits required for Everest Three Passes?

The Nepalese government issues permits to all tourists of all nationalities who intend to hike to Everest Three Passes Trek. While the permit fee is collected by the Nepali government, either locally or centrally, it will be used to promote the conservation of wildlife species and the Himalayan ranges.

All hikers must have permission to visit any national parks, restricted areas, or trekking zones in the Everest region. The entry permit is the same as for other national parks and conservation areas in the nation, though it may vary depending on the region’s trekking paths according to local government norms and regulations.

The amount collected will be taken for the sustainable development of the trekking trails in the Everest region for the ease and proper way to hike for the trekkers. Which will also create employment opportunities for the local community people of the region.

Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality Entrance Permit

The local government of Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality started collecting the entrance permit of NPR 2000 directly from all foreigners trekking to the Everest region on the 1st of October 2018 AD replacing the TIMS card(Trekkers Information Management system).

While it’s not possible to pay the local government tax from Kathmandu, if a trekker is traveling from Lukla then you may get it at Lukla. On the other hand, if you’re traveling from Jiri or Salleri then it is possible at Monjo while trekking to the region of Everest.,

Note: Additional permit is required if you are traveling from Jiri, more information is below:

Sagarmatha National Park Entry Permit

It is the existing rules of the National Park under the rules of the Nepal government. The entry permit of NPR 3000 per person should be paid while entering the Sagarmatha National Park. The national park entry permit is easily available at the Nepal Tourism Board in KTM.

Additional permit required

While you are traveling from Jiri to Everest Three Passes trek by roadways you will be more eligible to pay NPR of 3000 per person for the Gaurishankar Conservation area entry permit fee. The Gaurishankar Conversation Area entrance fee can be paid at the Kathmandu office of the Nepal Tourism Board.

Everest Three Pass Trek Cost

The cost for trekking in Everest Three Three and all the trekking destinations in the Everest region varies according to the service of trek you are willing to do. Usually, the normal trekking rate starts from USD 1199 to USD 4499 for budget and luxurious treks respectively. Mainly, the cost of permits, transportation, and visa fees In Nepal that you can’t cut off. While you may look at consideration of accommodation, insurance and the type of travel you are looking for.

The following are the basic pricing to do a trek in Everest Highest Passes:

Permits: While trekking to the Everest Region, mainly Sagarmatha National Park permits and Khumbu Rural Municipality permits. Refer to the above Permits.

Nepal Visa: You require a visa while entering the Nepal territory which costs $30,$50 depending on the length of your stay.

Food and Accommodation: The cost heavily relies on Food and Accommodation as per your preference while traveling to Nepal. affordable guest houses, hostels along luxurious star hotels are available as per your requirements which may cost you $15 and $25 respectively. The same applies on the trek to Everest Three Pass while you are trekking to Highest Passes in the Everest region.

Transportation: The highest cost, while planning for travel is Transportation. So suggest you book your flights, and vehicle in advance before the date of travel.

Everest Three Pass Trek-Terrain, Altitude, and Elevation

Everest Three Pass Trek is a high-altitude trekking destination for those who are willing to explore the Everest region. Before starting to hit the trails of the Everest High Passes Trek- you need to have some knowledge of the Everest region in your mind.

While trekking to Everest Three Pass trek, good health also plays a vital role. A good fit body is required for trekking in the Everest Region.

Though based on highly qualified guides and instructors, we grade Everest Three Pass Trek as an advanced trekking route and the best trekking destination for outdoor lovers.

While trekking to Everest Three Passes hike, it is good news for you to know that you don’t need any special experience, and mountaineering technique is required.

Terrain

The Sagarmatha National Park’s trekking path to Everest Three Pass trek passes through an area with alpine surroundings, a dense pine and ironwood forest, and also becomes muddy when it rains.

The first part of the trip from Lukla to Namche Bazaar is simpler, although it might be challenging to climb the steps to get there. The difficulty of the steps increases as you hike toward Tengboche. You will encounter a lot of suspension bridges as you explore the Himalayas in the Everest region.

After a few days of walking, the pathways level off and get wider, and you may see the flat valley of the Everest region and the captivating Himalayas from all sides as they stare at you.

You will start exploring from where you will no longer be surrounded by trees. From there, you will leave the shade of the trees and start your exploration of the stony trail leading to Everest’s Highest Pass in the Everest Region.

Altitude and Elevation

How high is the journey to Everest Three Pass? The largest obstacle that faces all outdoor enthusiasts as they hike to their destination is altitude. this trek you will be at a height of 55354M from sea level, where all the tree lines will be crossed near Dingboche.

The thirty-minute flight will land you in Lukla (2651M ) and the remaining balance of the distance should be covered with your legs. To avoid being affected by the attitude in the Himalayas while traveling, our highly qualified guide will aid you. However, cooperation with our team is crucial for this.

You run the danger of developing acute mountain sickness (AMS) when hiking to Everest Three Pass. Several impacts at high altitudes are caused by AMS, which appears to be most active at an elevation of 2500 meters above sea level.

The elevation gain on the trip to Everest Three Pass Trek is more than twice that of the height where AMS appears to be active. The two days of adequate acclimatization should be spent ascending to high peak vistas and descending to a lower altitude for the night to assist the body in adapting to the Himalayan environment.

Drinking lots of water during your trek to Everest High Pass helps to avoid AMS. while hitting the high elevation, communicate with your guides for oxygen and the medicine kit ready which might be useful for you to reach your destination.

Food On The Everest Three Passes Trek

Don’t be embarrassed to ask for more food at the tea house when you are on the Khumbu region’s trekking trail to Everest Three Pass. Although all the tea houses on the route to Base Camp have identical meal choices, prices may vary depending on where the tea house is located. The cuisine will be better for you to eat with your traveling companions and will more fully satisfy your appetite.

The following are the most common dishes and most popular among trekkers:

• Dal Bhat: Dal Bhat is more famous among all the trekkers in Nepal. Dal Bhat is super delicious with spicy lentils, curry with vegetables, and a special Nepali recipe for chicken curry, and the flavor of pickle will amaze you while trying the dal bat during your trek. while In Nepal, it is said that – dal bhat power 24 hours – means having dal bhat during your trek makes you full for 24 hours, which will help you to hit more emails to the summit.
• Eggs and Fry Rice: Mixed with onions and ginger during your trek will help your appetite which comes full of rice mixed with vegetables and omelet as per your order.
• Shyakpa(Sherpa stew): A mixture of vegetables such as carrot, radish, puck: echoey, spring onions, and potatoes with spicy soup will help you to be warm and more full during your trek in the Himalayas of the Everest Region.
• Be-chiya (Tibetan Ghee Tea): The tea which is a combination of yak ghee, Himalayan salt, and the flavor of sunpati plant flower tea helps trekkers to be fully warm and helps to get rid of altitude sickness.

Accommodations on Three Passes Trek

All of your lodgings during your walk to  Trek Nepal will be at Everest Region, except for your stay in a hotel in Kathmandu before starting your trek and at the end. There are many B&B lodges built specifically for trekkers among the tea houses.

The teahouses in the Everest region are clean and cozy, and provide overnight accommodations for trekkers. Electrical power will be provided, albeit some places might charge a small fee. Depending on the accessibility of the modes of transportation, tea houses have rooms made of plaster or wood.

The staff will light the Himalayan heater in the dining area during your overnight stay in the teahouse to keep you all warm and comfortable while you wait for permission from your guides to have your drinks with your friends. You will meet with various folks in the tea house for amusing chit-chat and to learn about their travels.

Best Time To Trek Everest Three Passes Trek

Trekking Everest High Passes will be the dream destination to reach all people. while to fulfill your wish the best seasons to trek: Spring (late March to May) and Autumn( Late September to November) Both seasons will have clear skies, no clouds, clean mountains, and a few littered snow somewhere.

March: The beginning of the season while it’s not the peak season to travel, it means few travelers and trekkers will be seen on the way climbing up to their destination and ascending down after completing the trek.

April: The busiest season/month of the Everest region is April. The blue and clear sky, no muddy path, and good rising temperature to adopt. More expedition lovers will be trekking to their dream destination of summiting Mt. Everest and will be preparing their gear in the open sky with their teammates and highly qualified guides.

May: The month is known for its hottest month of the trail during your trek to Everest Base Camp Trek. While no more harsh and due to more hotness it may rise to early monsoon.

September: The first month after the monsoon might be possible with some rains while on the other hand in the lower parts of Namche and Lukla, the dense and good environment of greenery is visible.

October: The month is the same as April. A huge number of people will be hitting the trails of Everest Base Camp. while the teahouse and flight ticket to Lukla should be booked in advance. This is the perfect time for outdoor lovers willing to trek in Everest Base Camp, with a good environment and good temperature. The good snow-capped Himalayan views are visible from your room in the teahouse.

November: Known for the starting month of winter in the Himalayan region it might not be sure of falling snow anytime in the high Himalayas. While planning to trek Everest Base Camp during November, the proper gear and equipment should be managed with you, while commencing the trek in the Everest region.

Everest Three Pass Trekking Distance

One of the longest treks in Nepal is the Everest Three Passes trek. Depending on the side treks you take, the trekking distance varies from 160 kilometers (99 miles) to 185 meters (115 miles).

The distance from Kathmandu to Luka is nearly 138 KM which is a 30-minute flight.

Equipment for Everest Three Passes Trek

While trekking to the Everest Three Passes of Everest region, all the basic requirements are provided in the teahouse such as food, roof, and others. So no extra equipment is required besides your personal belongings.

The following personal equipment should be packed with you while trekking to Everest Three Pass:

1. Personal Hygiene: Toothbrush, Towel, soaps, etc
2. Water bottle: During our trek, we will be crossing the dense forest with no settlement and water available, so carrying our bottle of water is best.
3. Clothes: down jacket, shirts, comfortable full shoes, trousers, gloves, etc
4. Others: Sunglasses, camera, power bank, and charger