Everest Two High Passes Trek is a marvelous adventure that takes you to two high passes in the Everest region of Nepal. Everest Cho La pass trek and Renjo La Pass trek aspires trekkers to venture with dauntless determination.
Trek on popular Everest trails and cross two passes- Renjo La Pass (5,465m), and Cho La Pass (5,420m). Follow the legendary trail to Everest Base Camp and traverse Cho La pass route.
Walkthrough lush rhododendron forests, explore Sherpa villages, and indulge in the local lifestyle. En-route to Everest Base Camp and Gokyo valley, share the trail with Yaks and legions of trekkers.
Hike to Gokyo Ri for amazing views of the chain of the mountain, including Everest and Gokyo valley. Climb up to Kala Patthar to savor close-up views of the mighty Everest.
Renjo la pass trek is a bit challenging trek as you will climb up to an altitude of 5,465m. The views from the top of Renjo La Pass is comparable to the stunning views from Kala Patthar.
The adventure begins with a scenic flight from Kathmandu to Lukla. The 16 days itinerary of Everest two high passes trek entails 3 acclimatization days. Rest assured that you will enjoy your trek to two passes.
Everest Two High Passes Trek Route
Your trek officially starts from Lukla, heading to Phakding. Trek to Phakding and Namche Bazaar and spend 2 nights in Namche Bazaar for acclimatization.
Continue the trail to Tengboche and Dingboche. Dingboche is your second stopping point for acclimatization. Further, you will ascend to Gorakshep and visit Everest Base Camp.
On the 9th day, you will hike to Kala Patthar and marvel at the astounding views. The same day, you will descend to Dzongla and trek to Thagnak via Cho La Pass.
Your next destination will be Gokyo valley, where you will acclimatize and climb Gokyo Ri. The hardest part of this trek is Renjo La pass. Walk for 7-8 hours from Lumde via Cho La pass. Atop Renjo La Pass, the remarkable views await you.
You will descend to Namche Bazaar and Lukla, and catch a flight to Kathmandu.
Everest Two High Passes Trek Difficulty
Everest Two High Passes Trek falls under the category of moderate to difficult trek. On a normal day, you will have to walk for 4-5 hours. And on a challenging day, you must walk for 7-8 hours. The highest elevation of this trek is 5,550m at Kala Patthar.
Everest Two High Passes Trek Itinerary
Fly Kathmandu to Lukla (2,840m/9,318ft)
Trek to Phakding (2,610m/8,563ft)
Duration: 35 minutes flight, 3-4 hours (8 km) trek
Trek to Namche Bazar (3,440m/11,286ft)
Walking distance: 5-6 hours (10.5 km) trek
At Namche Bazaar: 1st Acclimatization Day (3,440m/11,286ft)
Trek to Tengboche (3,860m/12,661ft)
Walking distance: 5-6 hours (10 km) trek
Trek to Dingboche (4,410m/14,469ft)
Walking distance: 5-6 hours (11 km) trek
At Dingboche - 2nd Acclimatization Day (4,410m/14,469ft)
Hike to Nagarjun Hill (5,100m)
Walking distance: 4-5 hours (4.5 km) trek
Trek to Lobuche (4,910m/16,109ft)
Walking distance: 6-7 hours (8 km) trek
Trek to Gorak Shep (5,140m/16,864ft)
Visit to Everest Base Camp (5,364m/17,598ft)
Walking distance: 7-8 hours (12 km) trek
Hike to Kala Patthar (5,550m/18,209ft)
Trek to Dzongla (4,840m/15,876ft)
Walking distance: 6-7 hours (12 km) trek
Trek to Thaknak (4,680m/15,351ft) via Cho La Pass (5,420m/17,778ft)
Walking distance: 7-8 hours (6 km) trek
Trek to Gokyo (4,790m/15,715ft)
Walking distance: 3-4 hours (4 km) trek
Gokyo Valley: 3rd Acclimatization Day
Gokyo Ri Climb (5,360m/17,585ft)
Walking distance: 3-4 hours (3.8 km) trek
Trek to Lumde (4,368m/14,328ft) via Renjo La pass (5,360m/17,585ft)
Walking distance: 7-8 hours (11.5 km) trek
Trek to Namche Bazar (3,440m/11,286ft)
Walking distance: 7-8 hours (18 km) trek
Trek to Lukla (2,840m/9,318ft)
Walking distance: 6-7 hours (18.5 km) trek
Fly Lukla to Kathmandu (1,400m/4,593ft)
Duration: 35 minutes flight
