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Three Passes Trek

The 20-day Khumbu three-pass trek — Kongma La, Cho La, and Renjo La linked with EBC and Gokyo.

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Region
Nepal
Country
South & Southeast Asia
Biome
Himalayan alpine (2,600–5,545 m)
Best season
October – November, April – May
Difficulty
moderate
Known for
  • Backpacking
  • Hiking
  • Climbing

Key takeaways

  • Biome: Himalayan alpine (2,600–5,545 m)
  • Best season: October – November, April – May
  • Difficulty: moderate
  • Top activity: backpacking
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Topic summary

The 20-day Khumbu three-pass trek — Kongma La, Cho La, and Renjo La linked with EBC and Gokyo.

Key takeaways

  • Difficulty: moderate
  • Best season: October – November, April – May

Intended uses

backpacking

Climate suitability

Himalayan alpine (2,600–5,545 m)

Verification notes

Last verified January 1, 1970.

Region
South & Southeast Asia
Biome
Himalayan alpine (2,600–5,545 m)
Difficulty
moderate
backpacking

Plan with verified data

Three Passes Trek trip tools

Popular pursuits at Three Passes Trek

  • Backpacking

    Multi-day travel with everything on your back — see the packing blocks below.

  • Hiking

    Day miles on marked trail, with route notes and trail links below.

  • Climbing

    Rock and alpine lines with approach beta.

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Last verified: 1970-01-01