EBC three passes Budget trek – 16 days
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The Everest Three Passes Budget Trek offers breathtaking vistas of the Everest region’s whole mountain ranges including Mount Everest (8,848.86m), Mt. Lhotse (8,516 m), Mt. Amadablam (6,812m) and many more. We visit Cho La Pass, Kongma La Pass, and Renjo La Pass—three of the most important vistas in the Everest region—during these sixteen-day trek. Located at an elevation of around five thousand meters above sea level,
Trip Overview
Highlights of EBC Three Passes Budget Trek:
- We pass through three most breathtaking passes of Everest Region: Renjo La Pass (5,360 meters), Cho La Pass (5,420 meters), and Kongma La Pass (5,535 meters).
- This hiking offers a once-in-a-lifetime chance to observe Mount Everest (8,848.86) from the closest accessible location.
- Visit Gokyo Vlley, one of the most serene valleys of Nepal at 5,357 meters.
- Take in the serene view of Gokyo Lake.
- Accommodations include tea houses and lodges, offering a glimpse into the Sherpa cultures of Nepali villages and fostering connections among fellow travelers.
- Considered moderately difficult, the trek rewards trekkers with stunning views of Mount Everest, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Amadablam and many more.
- The Everest Three Passes Budget trek stands out as a well-rounded adventure, combining challenging terrain, cultural richness, and awe-inspiring mountain vistas.
- Trekkers will get the opportunity to taste amazing local Nepalese foods, with exceptional mountain views.
- Taste the local homemade alcoholic beverages called Tongba, Chyang etc.
What is Budget Trekking?
Budget trekking is the best option for travelers who want to experience the Himalayas with a limited budget. For all the trekking enthusiasts in the world, we invite you to visit Nepal and explore this Himalayan region with comfort and a reasonable price.
Your essentials for hiking in the Himalayas will be covered by our budget packages. To ensure that your walk is comfortable, we supply you with obliging and amusing porters (English speaking) who will carry up to 12kgs of weight. As porters are experienced trekkers, they will also be help you with your needs during the trek. Included in the budget trek cost are additional services like ground transportation to and from the starting and finishing points of the trek, cozy and warm lodges during the trek, and permits required to trek in Nepal’s various trekking regions.
It should be noted that hiring a guide will come at an additional expense, raising the overall cost of the trek. However, if you feel the need, we can also provide excellent guides for you. And lastly, we request our travelers to carry the basic necessities such as trekking gears, warm clothes, hot water bottles, sunglasses, trekking poles etc. with themselves as it will not be provided by the company.
The Everest Three Passes Budget Trek offers breathtaking vistas of the Everest region’s whole mountain ranges including Mount Everest (8,848.86m), Mt. Lhotse (8,516 m), Mt. Amadablam (6,812m) and many more. We visit Cho La Pass, Kongma La Pass, and Renjo La Pass—three of the most important vistas in the Everest region—during these sixteen-day trek. Located at an elevation of around five thousand meters above sea level, all three of the passes are high altitude areas. We also take a look at the notorious Everest Base Camp, whose significance is widely recognized among adventure seekers worldwide. The Everest Three Passes walk is undoubtedly one of the hardest treks available, but if you enjoy challenging hikes and are itching to explore, we’re happy to have you here in the Himalayan region.
The journey culminates in a breathtaking fly over the mountains to Lukla. We travel to Namche Bazaar after spending the first night in Phakding. Once we’ve adjusted, we discover a number of isolated villages, including those of Tengboche, Dingboche, Lobuche, Thagnak, and Lungden, in addition to three significant passes and the notorious Gokyo Lake. Due to the trek’s arduous and demanding slope, regular exercise is required starting three to four months before the trip. Prepare yourself with the necessary hiking equipment and get set to tackle the difficult Everest Three Passes Budget trek.
Trekkers are offered comfortable lodging at tea houses and lodges along the trail, where they may interact with the hospitable Sherpas and other ethnic communities while savouring Nepali cuisine like dal bhat tarkari. The optimum trekking seasons for this are spring (March to May) and fall (September to November) for the EBC Three Passes Budget Trek. One of the great attractions of the walk is the enormous Nozumpa Glacier, the largest glacier in the Himalayas. Gokyo Lake trek, which is thought to be a challenging trek, offers an alternative to the typical Everest Base Camp journey.
SHORT ITINERARY
Day 01 :
An early morning to Lukla from Kathmandu and trek to Phakding (2610mtrs/8563ft). Flight 30 minutes and walking 3 hours.
Day 02 :
Phakding to Namche Bazaar walking 5:30 hours.
Day 03 :
Rest and Acclimatization at Namche Bazzar (3440m/11286ft). Walking 5:30 hours.
Day 04 :
Kyanjuma to Debuche (3680m/12070ft) via Thyanbuche monastery. Walking 5 hours.
Day 05 :
Debuche to Dingboche (4410m/14464ft). Walking 5:30 hours,
Day 06 :
Day hiking up to Nagatsang Ri (5000m/16500ft) and back to Dingboche (4410m/14464ft). Walking 4:25 hours.
Day 07 :
Dinbuche to Lobuje (4910m/16104ft) via Kongmla pass (5525m/16729ft). Walking 7:30 hours.
Day 08 :
Lobuche to Everest Base Camp (5363m/17590ft) and back to Gorekshep (5153m/156037ft). Walking 7:30 hours.
Day 09 :
Hiking up Kalapathar(5555m/18220ft) and trek to Zhongla (4,710m/15448ft ) Walking 6 hours.
Day 10 :
Zhongla to Thagna (4500m/14760ft) via the Chola-la cross (5420m/17777ft). Walking 7:30 hours.
Day 11 :
Trek to Gokyo valley (4790m/15711ft). Walking 4:30 hours,
Day 12 :
Hiking upto Gokyo Ri (5483m/17985ft) and trek down to Gokyo Valley. At noon, explore around Gokyo valley. (4790m/15711ft). Walking 4:30 hours.
Day 13 :
Gokyo to Lungden (4380m/13262ft) via Renjo la Pass (5345m/16184ft) and continue trek to Lundhen Walking 7 hours.
Day 14 :
Lungden to Namche Bazaar (3440m/11285ft). Walking 6:30 hours.
Day 15 :
Namche bazzar to Lukla (2850m/9348ft). Walking 6:30 hours.
Day 16 :
After breakfast an early morning flight back to Kathmandu (1345m/4412ft) from Lukla. Trip ends.
DETAILED ITINERARY
After your breakfast, you will be picked up by our porter and be transferred to the airport. After we get on to 30 minutes of flight to one of the most exhilarating airports in the world i.e. Lukla airport. This flight provides with amazing views of the tallest peaks in the world.
After arriving in Lukla, we officially begin our trek by heading onwards to Phakding. It is an amazing sherpa village with warm and hospitable people. First day of trekking officially ends as we stay for the night at a local lodge in Phakding.
We start our journey in the direction of Namche after breakfast in the morning. Also referred to as the “getaway to Everest,” this location offers you banking and internet access, among other amenities that you would not find in the places up ahead. Stay the night at a nearby lodge in Namche.
We will take a rest day as per protocol to allow our bodies to adjust to the higher altitude. Enjoy the views of the mountains by taking a quick trek to one of the closest viewpoints. In the evening, meander through Namche’s streets. Go to Namche for the night.
Today, we head onwards to Debuche village, which is a remote and isolated village in Everest region with nice and hospitable Sherpas. Along the way you’ll also get to visit Tengboche Monastery, which is also known as one of the oldest monasteries in the world. Stay your night at Debuche at a local lodge
Starting from Debuche in the early morning, we make our way to Dingboche, a tiny, isolated town near Mount Everest. Enjoy regional cuisine while taking in breathtaking mountain vistas. Rest well in your comfortable and warm accommodation in Dingboche’s local lodge.
We are going to Dingboche for another day of rest. Given that the altitude is over 4,000 meters, adequate rest and acclimatization are required. We’ll spend the night in Dingboche and go for a quick climb around the closest views.
It’s gets more exciting from here on. As we move toward Lobuche today, we come closer to the Base camp. But before Everest Base Camp, we pass one of the most extraordinary passe among three passes i.e. Kong Ma La Pass at 5,525m. Should the weather cooperate, you will witness once-in-a-lifetime sights.
After a thrilling day of exploration, spend the night at Lobuche.
At last, this is the day. Even though the hike will take a little longer, it will be well worth it. We make our way to the 5364-meter-high Everest Base Camp. You’ll accomplish something most intrepid people in all over the world would hope to accomplish at least once in their lifetime. Take photos, enjoy the scenery to the fullest, and record a story for the next generation. We’ll return to Gorakhshep and stay the night at a nearby lodge.
Today we hike to Kalapathhar, the highest altitude we gain in this classic EBC Budget Trek. The largest glacier and waterfall in Nepal, the Khumbu glacier and Icefall, as well as the peaks of Pumori (7,161m), Lingtren, Everest (8,848m), Nuptse (7,861m), Amadablam (6,812m), Khantega, and Taboche are all visible from Kalapatthar (5,550m). Head to Zhongla and stay the night.
Today, we head onwards to Thangna village. A remote village in a very high altitude of 4500 meters. Along the way we pass Chola-La Pass, which is one of the most thrilling passes among the three located at the altitude of 5,420m.
Finally, today is the day we reach Gokyo Valley, a serene valley located at the altitude of 4,790m. Gokyo valley is surrounded by mountains and with Gokyo Lake in the middle. Take your time to click as many pictures as you like, while you stay at a local nearby lodge of the valley.
Today we hike up to Gokyo Ri, which is one of the highest altitude we reach during this trek. Situated at the attitude of 5,483 meters Gokyo Rii provides with breathtaking views of Mount Everest, Mount Amadablam, Mount Lhotse with many more surrounding mountains in the region. After exploring Gokyo Rii we trek down to the most serene Gokyo Valley and spend our night at a cozy local lodge.
Today, we trek towards another isolated village in the region, Lungden Village. Before reaching Lungden we come across one of the most breathtaking passes in all of the Himalayan Regions, Renjo la Pass at 5,345m.
We hike down to Lungden and stay the night.
Following breakfast in the morning, we head downhill towards Namche, which is known as the gateway to Everest. Savor the amenities of warm water, internet, and nearby eateries. Local stores also offer mementos for you to buy and bring home. Arriving at Namche Bazaar and stay the night
Today is our last day of trekking to Everest Base Camp before returning to Lukla. Because of its scenery, Lukla Airport is regarded as one of the most thrilling airports in the world. Stay overnight at Lukla.
We will finally take a quick flight return to Kathmandu via Lukla airport after an 11-day journey. You will be driven in a local vehicle to your drop off point in Kathmandu. The remainder of the day is yours to pack or take leisurely strolls throughout Kathmandu.
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Price Includes
- All the ground transportation by tourist vehicles.
- Twin sharing comfortable and clean private room in trekking.
- Trip Map.
- Both ways domestic flight tickets from KTM/Lukla/KTM with airport tax.
- An experienced, helpful English-speaking trekking cum porter ( He does guide and as well as carry your sum trekking gears).
- Food, drinks, accommodation, insurance, salary, equipments, transportation, local tax for Guide and porter.
- Group medical supplies (first aid kit will be available).
- Four season sleeping bag and down jackets to use for trekking, if necessary.
- Duffel/kit bag( Gift from our company).
- All necessary paper works and National park/ Conservation entry permits.
- Travel & Rescue arrangement which will be paid by your insurance company.
- TIMS (Trekkers' Information Management System).
- All our government taxes, vat, local tax, tourist service charges.
Price Excludes
- Meals and drinks in the mountain (costs roughly USD 25 to USD 30 per person per day)
- Personal equipment.
- Travel and rescue insurance.
- Extra personal expenses (phone calls, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, laundry, shower, excess baggage charges)
- Tips for trekking staff and driver (Tipping is expected)
- Any others expenses which are not mentioned on 'Price Includes' section.
Reviews
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Joy Tsai Yuan Hung
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Catherine Macgonigal
Unique Path provides everything one needs for a great trek. My Guide Jhamka was an expert Guide/porter was prefect. I really had such a good time in Nepal. Especially thanks to Unique path. I will com Read more...
Thomas Perze
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De wet Moolman
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Hideki Iino
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Jim Yancey
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Patrick de Saegher
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Ara Marx
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