Everest Three Passes Trek Cost

The Everest Three Passes is one of the most popular and challenging trekking routes in the Khumbu region. It covers three high passes, i.e., Cho La, Renjo La, and Kongmo La, along with Everest Base Camp and Gokyo Lake. We should trek for 15–21 days (depending on the trekkers' time limit) to complete the three passes trek route. The amazing views of Mount Everest, Lhotse, Cho Oyu, Makalu, Nuptse, Pumori, Ama Dablam, and many more peaks close to us are the major attraction of the trek. The natural beauty of snowy landscapes, lakes, rivers, mountains, forests, and Himalayan creatures is worth it. This article is detailed information on the cost of the Everest Three High Passes Trek package based on 15 years of experience as a trekking guide in the Everest region. The information will be a milestone for trekkers and companies to plan and estimate the budget for the trek to three passes. 

Everest Three High Passes Trek Cost 2026

The Everest three passes trek cost 2026 is 1999 USD for a foreigner. The cost includes accommodation, a guide, porter costs, permits, transportation, and Lukla flight fare. As an expert guide of the Everest region, we are going to break down the cost into Lukla flight fare, guide, porter, accommodation, and permit with our best knowledge. 

Lukla Flight: Thrilling Flight to the Tiny Airport 

Lukla Flight is one of the most thrilling and adventurous flights in the world, which takes 30 min from Kathmandu. In peak season, all airlines (Sita Airlines, Summit Airlines, Tara Airlines, and Yeti Airlines) operate Lukla flights from Manthali Airport, Ramechap, due to air traffic. It takes 20 minutes to reach Lukla from Manthali.

The Lukla flight cost is different for different nations:

• 256 USD for a foreigner,
• 21000 NPR for Indian
• 11000 NPR for Nepali

This is the one-way cost as per Spring  2026. The rate of flight keeps on changing in each season based on fuel rates. If we want to do the trek without a Lukla flight, then we can go to Surke by jeep and walk for 1-2 hours to reach Lukla. 

Guide and porter costs 2026

It will be more secure to trek with an expert guide and porter. A knowledgeable guide will give information about the place and cultural norms and values, whereas a porter helps us by carrying our bags. 

Basic cost for guide and porter per day:

• Normal English-speaking guide cost: USD 30-50
• Porter cost: USD 20-25
• Specific language speaking guide cost: USD 70-90 per day

Accommodation: tea house costs in three passes trek

The accommodation cost depends on the type of lodge/teahouse. There are three categories of tea houses with different rates and facilities on the three passes trek route. 

• Normal tea house
• Standard tea house
• Luxury tea house

We can get both luxurious and budget lodges in the Everest region. The best luxurious tea houses are available in the luxury Everest Base Camp, whereas only normal and standard tea houses are available in the Everest Three Passes trek package. The cost for the budget tea house is 5-10 USD per room per night. The cost for a normal tea house is 40-50 USD per night, and for a luxury lodge like Yeti Mountain home, the cost is more than 240 per night per room.

Accommodation costs in Everest region

Note: Luxury hotels are available in Phakding, Namche, Tengboche, and Dingboche only. We cannot get an attached room in Lobuche and Gorakshep due to the unavailability of an attached bathroom to date. Dzongla, Thangnak, Gokyo, Dole, and Machhermo have some advanced tea houses with attached room. 

Everest three passes trek Permit cost 

We required two permits for the Everest Three Pass trek. They are:-

Is the Everest Three Passes Trek Worth the Cost?

Yes, the Everest three passes trek worth the cost. It is a combination package of the Everest Base Camp trek, Gokyo Cho La Pass trek, Gokyo Lake trek, Everest panorama trek, Cho La Pass trek, Kong Ma La, and Renjo La. The scenic beauty of mountains, rivers, lakes, and the entire landscape is incomparable to any other trekking in Nepal. It will give the best experience of mountain trekking. 

Can I do the Everest Three Passes Trek for under $1500?

Yes, we can do the Everest three passes trek for under $1500 if we choose a trek without a guide and porter. A solo trek can save the cost. We can also do this trek without a Lukla flight to save the budget. 

How much money should I carry during the trek?

We should carry around $500 as an extra amount during the trek. This money is required for hot water, soft drinks, extra tea/coffee, a hot shower, an electric blanket, and tips for the guide and porter. If we want to buy some local products, then we may need more money.

Cost of Everest Three Passes Trek without a Guide

The cost of the Everest Three Passes trek without a guide is around $1500 and depends on the expenditure we need. This cost includes the Lukla flight fare, accommodation, and food during the trek. 

Comparison with other trekking in Everest region

The cost of trekking in the Everest region varies on the duration to reach the destination. The higher the location, the higher will be the cost of the trekking. The comparison chart below shows the duration and cost of popular trekking in the Khumbu region.

Conclusion of the Everest Three Passes trek Cost 2026

The Everest three passes trek cost 2026 varies from USD 1800 to 2000 based on the facilities of tea houses. This cost is estimated for the expenses of basic facilities for trekkers, which may vary from agency to agency. The trekking cost excludes international flight fare, tips for the guide & porter, and personal expenses (goods, charging, hot water, showers, and wifi cards) during the trek. Besides, the food during the trek comes under the package, except lunch and dinner in Kathmandu. Mission Summit Treks has been organizing the Everest Three Passes trek package with a reasonable cost since 2019 AD. If you are also interested in doing a three-pass trek with a budget, advanced, or luxury package, then we are here for managing your trip.