Salleri to Everest Base Camp trekking with 3 High Passes

Salleri to Everest Base Camp

with 3 High Passes

Salleri to Everest Base Camp Trekking with 3 High Passes

US$ 2,600

per person

Note: This cost includes both guide and porter. However, if there is only 1 guest, the porter will not be included. In that case, a porter can be arranged at an additional cost of $20 per day if required.

Overview

The trek from Salleri to Everest Base Camp with three high passes is a challenging and adventurous trekking route in the Everest region of Nepal. This trek combines the classic Everest Base Camp trek with the addition of three high passes: Renjo La Pass, Cho La Pass, and Kongma La Pass. These passes offer stunning panoramic views of the Himalayas but require a good level of physical fitness and trekking experience due to their high altitude and rugged terrain.

Day to day itinerary

After landing at the Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu from your designated destinations, you will be received by a representative of the travel company at the arrival gate who will then transfer you to your allotted hotels. If the time allows, you can either visit the city or relax at the hotel to overcome your jet lag. O/N at Hotel.

Today after breakfast, meet with the guide and walk around Thamel for familiarisation. Today we will also examine your trekking gear and help you pack for the trek. In the evening there will be a group discussion for you to attend to discuss the upcoming trekking plans. O/N at Hotel.

Distance: 270 km

Driving time: 9-10 hours

Early in the morning, we catch a jeep to drive us to Salleri. Salleri is a beautiful Himalayan town which is 270 km from Kathmandu. The road goes through beautiful landscapes, mountain scenery and natural beauty. We can stop in several spots for photos and videos. As we have a long drive today, we will have an early dinner and go to bed.

Distance: 60 km

Driving time: 5-6 hours, 1 hour trek

After breakfast, we drive by a jeep to Thamdanda passing through the Salleri Bazar. The road crosses the Sherpa and Rai villages, beautiful rice traces, and alpine forest. Upon reaching Thamdanda, we will have our lunch here and start hiking to Puiyan village for an overnight stay.

Distance: 15 km

Hiking time: 5-6 hours

After breakfast at Puiyan, we start our trek to Phakding. The trail goes through the jungle with bamboo bushes descending to the small settlement of Surke village. Surke – is a village where Pasang Lhamu Sherpa (the first Nepali woman to summit Mt. Everest) was born. From here, the trail goes north to a large scattered village with fertile land and reaches Chaurikharka. Stop here at Chaurikharka for our lunch and continue to Phakding. 15 km/9 miles.

Distance: 11 km

Hiking time: 6-7 hours

For the first couple of hours you will get to cross some of the famous suspension bridges, while gradually moving up-hill towards the entrance to the Sagarmatha National Park, the official entrance to the Everest Region. You continue downhill for a short time before it levels out to flat ground on mixed terrain. The trail then follows the river to the final high suspension bridge before you begin the long ‘Namche Hill’, which can take 2 hours, to reach the Sherpa village of Namche Bazaar. The total for today’s trekking is usually 6 hours long with plenty of breaks and rest along the way. From Phakding to Namche is 11.3 km/7.02 miles.

Distance: 3 km

Hiking time: 4 hours

Today is one of our acclimatisation days. As you trek up behind Namche Bazaar, the trail is quite steep and you can feel the lack of oxygen while you ascend 460m/1509ft to Syangboche Airport, then cross the runway and head another 100m/ 328ft up to Syangboche Hill at 3,900m/12795ft. We will enjoy the stunning views and relax for 30-45 minutes before returning back to Namche. This trek is an essential part of the acclimatisation process and usually takes approximately 4 hours. 3km/1.8 miles.

Distance: 9.5 km

Hiking time: 3-4 hours

After Namche, we separate from the classical route of Everest Base Camp and walk into the left corner onward Thame Village. It is the oldest village of Sherpa’s, used to be a trade route to Tibet/China. About 150m above the town there is the Thame Gompa, a picturesque monastery set amongst the many homes of Lamas. 9.7km/6 miles.

Distance: 13.5 km

Hiking time: 6-7 hours

From Thame the trail heads north to Thame Teng and on through several small villages such as Chanakpa, Taranga, crossing through the yak field to reach Marlung. Today, we walk approximately 6 to 7 hours at a deserted hillside to reach Lungdeng where we will stay overnight at basic Mt. Tea house or at our tented camp if the tea house is not available. This has a great view of Ngazumpa glacier, the biggest glacier of the world.13.6km/8.45 miles.

Distance: 13 km

Hiking time: 7-8 hours

This day is a big day! Crossing the Renjo La will be one of the more difficult days of the trip due to the altitude and the nature of walking. Typically, the weather is clear in spring from March to May and from September to November thus the prospects for favourable conditions are excellent. Upon reaching the top of Renjo La, the views are just outstanding. Walking onward to Gokyo involves a glacier walk where sometimes where careful walking is required, and then the entire walking to Gokyo is via easy walking down. 12.86km/7.9 miles.

Distance: 3 km

Hiking time: 3-4 hours

We will hike to Gokyo Ri, a small peak above Gokyo village, in the morning and savor the fantastic views of the entire Khumbu region. As we ascend, the views become even more fantastic and we can see four of the seven highest peaks of Nepal, Cho Oyu, Everest, Lhotse and Makalu. Reaching the fourth lake, Thonak Tsho we take pleasure in the lake’s serene beauty after which we trek back along the retracing trail to the third lake. We may take an additional hike up to the fifth lake, Ngozumba Tsho if time permits and depending on our physical conditions. From here, the view of Ngozumba glacier, the longest glacier of the Himalayas, is so fascinating. Overnight in Gokyo. 3km/1.86 miles.

Distance: 4 km

Hiking time: 4-5 hours

If we did not climb the Gokyo Ri the previous day, we can do that today. Climbing to the top of Gokyo Ri is demanding as it is steep and takes about 3 to 4 hours to reach the top. But the scenery of Gokyo village, on the edge of a third lake overlooked by Cholatse and the broad Nogzumpa Glacier, is magnificent. We are surrounded by panoramic mountains like Kusum Kanguru, Thamserku, Kangtega, Taboche, Cholatse, Makalu, Lhotse, Nuptse, Everest, Changtse, and Pumori. The sight of sun rays kissing Everest which towers over all the surrounding peaks is astounding. We trek through the Ngazumpa Glacier to the mountain on the other side. Next, traverse along the edge of that mountain and then meander into Thagnak. It will be a short hike today with an afternoon of rest which will prepare us for long hiking days and elevation gain to come. 4km/2.48 miles.

Distance: 7 km

Hiking time: 7-8 hours

Today is going to be one of the toughest days of the trip. The Cho La pass is not itself difficult, but it is steep and involves a glacier traverse on the eastern side. We need to be careful as the trail is vertical and the rocks glazed by ice may cause trouble by making the trail slippery. The trail from Phedi climbs through a ravine and a rocky trail. While trekking through the side of a frozen lake, we reach the top of the pass decorated with prayer flags. The pyramidal Ama Dablam presides over a range of mountains on the south even as Cholatse soars to the west and Lobuche East and Baruntse rises sharply to our right. We need to pass through some crevasses before we reach Dzongla Village. The village provides great views of Cholatse, Ama Dablam, Lobuche Mountains along with the Pheriche Village far below. 7km/4.34 miles.

Distance: 6 km

Hiking time: 3-4 hours

This will be a very short trek so we have a lot of time to relax and enjoy the beauty that surrounds us. We climb down from Dzongla and walk through a grassy trail while enjoying the view of Lobuche Peak. The trail curves through the wide river bed before reaching Lobuche. We can spend the rest of the day taking a rest which will help us prepare for the next day’s long trek. 6km/3.72 miles.

Distance: 13 km

Hiking time: 6-7 hours

We take the trail to Everest Base Camp through the once vast Gorakshep Lake. Continuing straight ahead, we come across the Indian army mountaineers’ memorials. The path from here can be misleading; hence, it is important that wefollow our lead Sherpa diligently. The walk is strenuous due to thin air in the high altitude. We pass through rocky dunes, moraine and streamsbefore reaching the Everest Base Camp. Upon reaching the Everest Base Camp, we see tents of mountaineers that stand out in bright colors against the monotony of gray surroundings (especially in the spring). Nuptse, Khumbuste and Pumori are the mountains we can view from the base camp. We get back to Gorakshep for a good night’s rest. 13km/8 miles.

However, the sunset view from Kala Patthar is more admirable than the sunrise view, so it is recommended that we visit Kala Patthar today during sunset. As the setting sun’s rays strike the snow-capped mountains, the resulting scenery is incredible. Therefore, for those trekkers who wish to continue to Kala Patthar today instead of the next day please inform your guide and he/she will coordinate accordingly.

Distance: 12 km

Hiking time: 7-8 hours

We prepare for an early morning departure, amid pre-dawn darkness and cold temperatures (-10 to -14 C). Plus, there is always the potential for chilly winds which are quite common. Familiar peaks such as Lingtren, Khumbutse, and Changtse tower to the east even as Everest begins to reveal itself. But it is upon reaching Kala Patthar that we get to see 360 degree up-close and formidable views of Mt. Everest. We take pictures, enjoy the magnificent mountain panorama, and then return back to Lobuche for a good night’s rest. 12.2km/7.58 miles.

Distance: 12 km

Hiking time: 6-7 hours

After breakfast, we trek via Khumbu Glacier to Kongma La Base Camp (5,000 m/16,404 ft). The ascent to Kongma La pass is the most difficult part of our trek today. In the Kongma La, we see cairns wrapped in prayer flags to mark the pass. Then we descend gradually to Imja Khola valley, followed by another descent to Dingboche. 12km/7.4 miles.

Distance: 20 km

Hiking time: 8-9 hours

We gear up for a long day trekking today. We trek through Imja Khola to reach Pangboche village. We will also visit the famous monastery in Pangboche which is believed to be the oldest in the Khumbu region. We then descend down the trail via a green landscape filled with pine forest. The trail further leads to an uphill climb to reach the village of Tengboche. We pay our visit to the Monastery and descend down to Dudh Koshi River. We climb the hillside and entered Namche Bazaar. Overnight, we stay in Namche. 20km/12.42miles.

Distance: 21 km

Hiking time: 7-8 hours

This long day can be one of the hardest as your body is tired after the trek. You start the day going back down Namche Hill and then the long stretch back to Lukla. You will pass Phakding before starting the last uphill section into Lukla where we will sleep for one more night. Today’s trek can take 7 to 8 hours. 21km/13 miles.

Today your legs get a break as you only have to trek to Lukla Airport and fly back to Kathmandu, which is only about 10 minutes walking. Overnight at Kathmandu Hotel. Today, we will go to one of Nepal’s authentic restaurants & will have Nepali dinner with some traditional Nepali songs and dances. O/N at Hotel.

Today, we will take you to the Airport approximately 3 hours before your scheduled flight.

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Included in the price

Airport pickups and drops in a private vehicle
Hotel accommodation in Kathmandu with breakfast (Twin Sharing Room)
Teahouse accommodation during the trek
All meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) during the trek and each meal a cup of tea or coffee
Jeep ride: Kathmandu to Salleri to Thamdanda
Domestic flight (Lukla to Kathmandu)
An experienced, English-speaking and government-licensed trek leader and necessary porters (1 Porter for 2 trekkers) during the trek
Staff costs include their salary, insurance, equipment, domestic airfare, food and accommodation
Duffel bag, warm/down jacket and sleeping bag (to be returned after trip completion)
All necessary paperwork and trekking permits (National Park Permit, TIMS)
Trip achievement certificate
Medical kit (carried by your guide)
Farewell dinner in authentic Nepali Restaurant
All government and local taxes

Not included in the price

Nepal Visa fee (bring accurate USD cash and two passport size photographs)
International airfare to and from Kathmandu
Lunch and Dinner in Kathmandu
Excess baggage charges (the baggage weight limit on Lukla flight is 15kg per person in total)
Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu because of early arrival, late departure, and earlier return from the mountain (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary
Travel and rescue insurance
Personal expenses (phone calls, internet / Wi-Fi, laundry, bar bills – tea/coffee, hot chocolate, juice, beer, battery recharge, extra porters, bottled or boiled water, shower etc.)
Tips for guides and porters

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Salleri to Everest Base Camp

with 3 High Passes

Salleri to Everest Base Camp Trekking with 3 High Passes

US$ 2,600

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