{"id":104914,"date":"2025-07-07T13:08:49","date_gmt":"2025-07-07T13:08:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mounteverestgo.com\/nepal-trekking-guide\/three-passes-trek-vs-ebc-plus-gokyo-worth-it\/"},"modified":"2026-07-26T16:03:56","modified_gmt":"2026-07-26T16:03:56","slug":"three-passes-trek-vs-ebc-plus-gokyo-worth-it","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mounteverestgo.com\/da\/nepal-trekking-guide\/three-passes-trek-vs-ebc-plus-gokyo-worth-it\/","title":{"rendered":"Er de tre pass trek v\u00e6rd at g\u00f8re i stedet for EBC plus Gokyo Lakes?"},"content":{"rendered":"

hurtigt svar<\/h2>\n
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The Three Passes Trek is worth it over EBC plus Gokyo Lakes for trekkers with 18 to 21 days who want the complete Khumbu circuit at 5,535 m, three 5,000 m plus pass crossings, and the most diverse scenery in Nepal. EBC plus Gokyo runs 14 to 16 days and skips Kongma La. Three Passes costs USD 1,800 to USD 2,600 in 2027, EBC plus Gokyo costs USD 1,500 to USD 2,200. Pick Three Passes for the full circuit, EBC plus Gokyo for time efficiency.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

Detaljeret opdeling<\/h2>\n

The Three Passes Trek in Khumbu starts at Lukla, climbs to Namche, then loops counterclockwise through Renjo La at 5,360 m to Gokyo, Cho La at 5,420 m to Gorak Shep and Everest Base Camp, and Kongma La at 5,535 m to Chhukung and back to Lukla. Total 165 km over 18 to 21 days. The route crosses three of the four highest trekking passes in Nepal, with full Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, Cho Oyu, and Nuptse panorama from each pass summit.<\/p>\n

The EBC plus Gokyo Lakes combination runs 14 to 16 days. It skips Kongma La, the highest and hardest pass. Trekkers walk Lukla to Namche to Gokyo, cross Cho La to Gorak Shep and EBC, then return via Pheriche and Namche to Lukla. Total 120 km. The combination delivers EBC at 5,364 m, Kala Patar at 5,545 m, Gokyo Ri at 5,357 m, and Cho La at 5,420 m, missing only Kongma La at 5,535 m.<\/p>\n

Omkostning\/komponentopdeling<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
bestanddel<\/th>\nTre afleveringer<\/th>\nEBC plus Gokyo<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
varighed<\/td>\n18 til 21 dage<\/td>\n14 til 16 dage<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Max h\u00f8jde<\/td>\n5,535 m Kongma La<\/td>\n5,545 m Kala Patar<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
afstand<\/td>\n165 km<\/td>\n120 km<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Pass crossings<\/td>\n3 (Renjo, Cho, Kongma)<\/td>\n1 (Cho La)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Lukla fly retur<\/td>\n$190 to $240<\/td>\n$190 to $240<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Tilladelser i alt<\/td>\n$70<\/td>\n$70<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Guide 18 to 21 days<\/td>\n$450 to $735<\/td>\n$350 til $560<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Loge og m\u00e5ltider<\/td>\n$540 til $840<\/td>\n$420 til $640<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Samlede omkostninger i 2027<\/td>\n$1.800 til $2.600<\/td>\n$1.500 til $2.200<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n

Hvad p\u00e5virker svaret<\/h2>\n

Time available is the biggest factor. Trekkers with 14 to 16 days fit EBC plus Gokyo, those with 18 to 21 days fit Three Passes. The Kongma La pass crossing on Three Passes adds 2 to 3 days and the most demanding terrain, with 5,535 m altitude and 800 m altitude gain in one day. Pass fitness matters. Three Passes needs strong trekking fitness, with three 5,000 m plus pass crossings and 600 m daily altitude gain. EBC plus Gokyo needs moderate fitness, with one Cho La crossing and rest days. Season affects pass viability. October and November have all three passes open. December to February blocks Kongma La with snow, and Three Passes becomes Two Passes. April and May have all three passes open but warmer, with afternoon cloud on Renjo La.<\/p>\n

Bookingtips<\/h2>\n

Book Three Passes only with 18 to 21 days, not 16 or 17. The rushed version skips acclimatisation and has 25 percent pass failure rates. Reserve Lukla flights 90 days ahead for October. Buddha Air and Yeti Airlines operate 25 to 30 morning flights daily. Book Gokyo and Chhukung lodges 30 days ahead for October peak season. Gokyo has 8 lodges that fill by 13:00, Chhukung has 6 lodges that fill by 14:00. Carry USD 400 cash for 18 to 21 days. ATMs in Namche are unreliable, and lodges accept cash only above Namche. Hire a guide with Three Passes experience, not a generic EBC guide. The Kongma La route finding is non obvious in fresh snow.<\/p>\n

Sammenligning med alternativer<\/h2>\n

Compared with EBC plus Gokyo, Three Passes adds Kongma La, 4 to 5 days, and USD 300 to USD 400. It delivers the full Khumbu circuit, EBC plus Gokyo delivers the highlights. Compared with Everest Base Camp Trek only, Three Passes adds Gokyo Lakes and two pass crossings. EBC reaches 5,545 m at Kala Patar with no pass crossing. Compared with Gokyo Lakes Trek only, Three Passes adds EBC and two pass crossings. Gokyo reaches 5,357 m at Gokyo Ri. Compared with Manaslu Circuit, Three Passes is higher altitude at 5,535 m versus 5,106 m, longer at 18 to 21 days versus 14 to 18, and needs Lukla flight access versus road access.<\/p>\n

Almindelige fejl at undg\u00e5<\/h2>\n

Booking Three Passes in 16 days to save time. The aggressive acclimatisation and rushed pass crossings have 25 percent pass failure rates and 30 percent altitude sickness rates. Book 18 to 21 days. Skipping the acclimatisation day in Namche to save 24 hours. The 2,840 m to 3,440 m gain in one day triggers altitude sickness in 20 percent of trekkers, and the next push to Renjo La adds another 1,900 m. Crossing Kongma La in fresh snow without a guide. The route finding is non obvious above 5,200 m, and fresh snow hides crevasses on the glacier. Hire a guide. Booking the Lukla return flight on the same day as the international departure. Lukla flights cancel 25 percent of mornings. Plan 24 hour buffer in Kathmandu.<\/p>\n

FAQ<\/h2>\n

Is Three Passes much harder than EBC plus Gokyo?<\/strong><\/p>\n

Yes. Three Passes adds Kongma La at 5,535 m, the highest trekking pass in Nepal, plus 2 to 3 days of high altitude trekking. EBC plus Gokyo skips it.<\/p>\n

Can I skip Kongma La on Three Passes?<\/strong><\/p>\n

Yes, you can descend from Gorak Shep via Pheriche to Lukla. This converts Three Passes to Two Passes plus EBC, saving 2 days.<\/p>\n

Which has better views, Three Passes or EBC plus Gokyo?<\/strong><\/p>\n

Three Passes for variety. Renjo La offers Gokyo lakes with Everest behind, Cho La offers glacier crossing, Kongma La offers full Everest amphitheatre.<\/p>\n

Can I do Three Passes in winter?<\/strong><\/p>\n

Risky. Kongma La blocks with snow from late November to mid March. Two Passes version works in winter with Cho La and Renjo La.<\/p>\n

oversigt<\/h2>\n

Three Passes Trek runs 18 to 21 days at 5,535 m, three pass crossings, USD 1,800 to USD 2,600. EBC plus Gokyo runs 14 to 16 days, one pass crossing, USD 1,500 to USD 2,200. Pick Three Passes for the full circuit, EBC plus Gokyo for time efficiency.<\/p>\n

ende<\/h2>\n

Pick Three Passes when you have 18 to 21 days, strong trekking fitness, and want the complete Khumbu circuit with three 5,000 m plus passes. Pick EBC plus Gokyo when you have 14 to 16 days, want EBC plus Gokyo Ri plus Cho La, and accept skipping Kongma La. Three Passes is the most complete Khumbu trek, EBC plus Gokyo is the most efficient highlights version.<\/p>\n

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