Trip Highlights
  • The thrilling trek to through the high alpine landscape to the Mt.Everest
  • Spectacular sight of the Renjo La Pass
  • Striking flight to Lukla where you can view beautiful Himalayas
  • Get to know the Buddhist tradition and culture
  • Picturesque village of the Sherpas
  • Stunning sight of the majestic Himalayas

Renjo La Pass Trek 5,345m introduces you to new challenges with equally gratifying rewards in the foothills of the Khumbu High Himalayas. The Renjo La Pass trekking is indeed one of the most thrilling forms of adventure that extends via the Gokyo valley trek. This amazing trek to Renjo La Pass is ideal for those trekking enthusiasts who wish to explore varieties of nature’s creations within a confined time period.

Accumulate the most glorious form of adventure memories by setting your footsteps on the Renjo La Pas trekking route.

How is Renjo La Pass trek different from any other trek?

Renjo la pass hiking map leads you to the motherland of Sherpa, Khumbu which is set amongst the jaw dropping high Himalaya’s surroundings. Including the mighty mountain peaks from the Mt. Makalu, 8463m, Mt. Cho Oyu, 8201m, Mt. Lhotse, 5816m, Nuptse, 7855m, Mt. Everest, 8848m, Mt. Pumori, 7145m, Mt. Ama Dablam, 6856m, Mt. Thamserku, 6723m and many more Renjo La Pass trekking definitely has a lot to offer. While discovering the Gokyo trekking valley, travelers get to enjoy the Tibetan Sherpa culture, lush valleys, high passes and magical river streams along with the astounding waterfalls. Renjo La Trek offers you with diverse wildlife and forest of the rhododendron to the indescribable musk deer. We arrive at the Gokyo Lakes through the yak grazing settlements. One of the tourist attractions of this circuit has to be the Gokyo Peak, 5480m ascent. You will be awe struck with the majestic sight of the Lhotse, 8511m, Everest, 8848m, Makalu and Cho Oyo, 8153m to name a few. Renjo La Pass trekking path is the usual beaten track offering one with the most divine wonders of Nature. Beautiful snowy peaks on the backdrop with the great sight of the Gokyo Lakes as well as the Rermo Pokhari make the atmosphere even more incredible.

Gokyo Renjo La Pass trekking route is also considered to be one of the underestimated trekking path in Nepal where remote discovery is provided which is richer in the area of Khumbu region. Renjo La Pass altitude is about 5360m and is known for being the three high passes of the Everest which comes across the Gokyo Lakes. Gokyo and Renjo La Pass trek just fulfills your heart and soul with the beautiful landscape of the Himalayas and the Sherpa Culture. Renjo La initiates with Kathmandu and then to the striking flight to Lukla which offers beautiful Himalayan forest of the fir, rhododendron, juniper and the pine. As the high passes reaches to the Renjo La then along the trail you will find the mighty Himalayas and the pretty Sherpa villages of the Gokyo, Thame and Namche which strikes the highest freshwater lake called as the Gokyo Lakes. Home to variety of floras and faunas, Sagarmatha National Park is also included in this trek. En route to the village, the trekkers get enormous opportunities to know and learn about the Buddhist traditions from the Sherpas. There are fewer crowds comparatively to the other trekking regions and is indeed the best trek for those trekkers who enjoy travelling in the tranquil places. So what are you waiting for? The wonders of Renjo La Pass trekking are waiting for you!

Nepal Nomad promises you to give its best in order to match your expectations regarding any sort of adventure which you wish to conduct in the country. If you want to know more about the Renjo la Pass trek, then contact us. We are even devoted in providing the best possible tailor made Renjo la Pass trekking itineraries.

Itinerary

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Our office member will escort you after your landing in the Tribhuwan international airport. You will be guided to your comfy accommodations where you can give yourself time to get out from the tiredness of your flight. A stroll around the lovely streets of Kathmandu might help in regaining the energy. A pre-trip briefing is scheduled in the afternoon in the office. We will be providing you with a welcome dinner in the form of Nepali Cuisine served with great hospitality

  • Meals: Welcome dinner
  • Accommodation: Hotel
  • Place: Kathmandu
  • Altitude: 1300m

We slowly start coming out of our initial phase with a second day trip in the beautiful city of Kathmandu which offers you sightseeing in some of the amazing heritage sites which have even been enlisted in the world heritage list. We will begin the day with an early breakfast which is then followed by a guided trip to the capital city Kathmandu. the holy Hindu temple Pashupatinath, the ancient Durbar Square, the famous Monkey Temple and place of peace also known as Boudhanath are some of the attractions of the day. As soon as the sun sets, we will again be doing a pre-trip discussion for being completely ready for the upcoming adventure.

  • Meals: Breakfast
  • Accommodation: Hotel
  • Place: Kathmandu
  • Altitude: 1300m

After an early morning b/fast, we take the super flight from Kathmandu to Lukla at 2827m. The airstrip built by Sir Edmund Hillary and the Sherpas in the mid-1960s, Flight time is about 35 minutes. We will have time to explore the village while the Sherpa crew sort out and load the trekking equipment after landing. In the afternoon, we begin the trek by descending towards the Dudh Kosi River, where we join the main trail to Namche Bazaar, just above Chaurikharka at 2713m. The walking is easy and after passing through the small village of Ghat at 2550m, it’s a short walk to Phakding where we’ll stay overnight.

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and dinner with coffee/tea
  • Accommodation: Lodge
  • Place: Phakding
  • Altitude: 2652m

From the Dudh Koshi River, we come across it by preceding our trek then enter and have our lunch at the Jorsale. After few hours, we still continue our trek and head to the Namche Bazaar where the trail is surrounded by the beautiful pines. We then enter inside the village on Saturday for the Saturday bazaar which passes the plateau. The picturesque Namche is wonderful with beautiful mountain ranges and the Dudh Koshi faces. Many things like the food, mountain climbing equipments are found in the village as it is the central hub of the area.

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and dinner with coffee/tea
  • Accommodation: Lodge
  • Place: Namche Bazaar
  • Altitude: 3440m

For the proper adjustment to the altitude, we stay at Namche for the second dusk. Namche is sincerely astonishing and prosperous small town which is located in a large hollow. It obtained its value during the period when lowland grains of Nepal were traded for the Tibetan salt. Today small amount of trade subsist like trading rugs and Chinese made goods, dried meats and salt in the village areas. It is suggested to see sunrise and sunset from the National Park Headquarters as you can see an amazing insight. The sight is breath taking with the amazing panorama of the Khumbu peaks and the beauty of the mighty Everest. After an early breakfast you are given number of choices like an amble to Thame (3810) over the Bhote Khola or a visit to the National Park Headquarters to see the fascinating displays of Sherpa culture and lifestyle. Amazing details of the park’s flora and fauna as well as the great mountaineering display can also be seen. You will be guided on hand for advice as well as walks.

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and dinner with coffee/tea
  • Accommodation: Lodge
  • Place: Namche Bazaar

Today, we trek easy hiking to get Thame village. Thame is the end valley of Khumbu Valley and iconic value of Thame is its terrain the people which are untouched by the effects of modern civilization. During the working we will past a large a large array of prayer flags, Chortens and the carved Mani stones.

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and dinner with coffee/tea
  • Accommodation: Lodge
  • Place: Thame
  • Altitude: 3,820m

Today, we will walk about 5:30 hrs to Lungden, mostly uphill, the trails pass by many old, walled Sherpa villages. You can observe varieties of plants and animals with unique Sherpa culture. With the Tibetan Yak Canavans, which is a trading route from the Namche to the Tibet, we can take a trail where we will stay at the guest house at the Lungde.

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and dinner with coffee/tea
  • Accommodation: Lodge
  • Place: Lungden
  • Altitude: 4,500m

Following the steep ascend and descending towards the crest, we hike to the Renjo la pass which is also the renjo la pass height.We cross the frozen stream and walking through dramatic rock, we pass several yak kharkas and twin Renjo Lakes, the view from the top is incredible, you can have incredible sights including Kalapathar, Tengboche Monastery, chola glaciers and many more studding view of 7000 to 8000 meters peaks all around.Overnight stay at Gokyo

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and dinner with coffee/tea
  • Accommodation: Lodge
  • Place: Gokyo
  • Altitude: 5,415m, 4,790m

Beginning the journey in the early morning today we head towards the Gokyo peak where the ascend is steep for the first 30 minutes. With the astounding sights of the prayer flags, it takes about an hour to reach at the top. Right from here one can have this gorgeous sights of the peaks from the west to the east that includes the Gyachung Kang, Everest, Cho You and then further way upto the Makalu as we head down the hill, we can see the mesmerizing Gokyo Lake.

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and dinner with coffee/tea
  • Accommodation: Lodge
  • Place: gokyo
  • Altitude: 4,790m

Fit and acclimatized, we leave Gokyo to descend to the second lake and drop down into Dole. Today is a spectacular day in terms of scenery as we follow the main trail north out of Gokyo. A short climb to a crest reveals a wonderful view towards Everest and Lhotse. We follow this main trail for a while longer, passing many traders selling Tibetan handicrafts, to a crossroads high above the Dudh Kosi. The trail to Everest drops down the hill but we turn off here and climb to cross the Mon La before reaching Phortse Tenga. From Phortse Tenga, the trail climbs steeply to Dole, through rhododendron and birch forest festooned with hanging mosses and lichens.

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and dinner with coffee/tea
  • Accommodation: Lodge
  • Place: Dole
  • Altitude: 4690m

After breakfast we descend steeply through beautiful forests of juniper, rhododendron and fir to Dole. After a welcome break and perhaps a cup of tea we cross the Dudh Kosi, and ascend to Phortse. 

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and dinner with coffee/tea
  • Accommodation: Lodge
  • Place: Phortse
  • Altitude: 3440m

Relishing a superb view of Mt. Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama Dablam and close up view of Thamserku, after breakfast, we start our trek towards Tengboche. With few ups and downs, our trek follows on the gradual trail by overlooking magnificent view of the great Himalaya. Along the way, we can spot wild lives like pheasant, musk deer, or a herd of Himalayan Thar. The trail goes gradually down up to Kyangjuma. The trail then head to the Sanasa as this is also one of the primary path junction to the Everest Base Camp and the Gokyo lake. Passing the prayer flags festooned bridge over the river of the Dudh Koshi as well as by following the pine forest we reach at the Phunki Tenga, which comprises with the small army post amidst the alpine woods as well as the small settlement with a couple of the tea houses. We then take towards the challenging ascend after a relaxed lunch at the Phunki Tenga. We then make our way to the forests of the pine and ultimately reach at the Tengboche which is an astounding place for the close shot of the Everest, Nuptse and the Ama Dablam. Tengboche monastery is also one of the biggest Buddhist Monastery in the entire Khumbu region where we stay for an overnight stay lodge at the Tengboche.

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and dinner with coffee/tea
  • Accommodation: Lodge
  • Place: Tengboche
  • Altitude: 3,860m

After the early breakfast, we move downward steeply through beautiful forests of juniper, rhododendron and fir to Phunkitenga. Following a welcome break and perhaps a cup of tea we cross the Dudh Kosi, and climb upward to Trashinga.The route contours above the valley through Shanasa and its then a gradual walk to Namche Bazaar where we have lunch and descend to Monjo for an overnight stay. 

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and dinner with coffee/tea
  • Accommodation: Lodge
  • Place: Monjo
  • Altitude: 2835m

Today is our last day of trekking. It’s only a brief walk along the valley before we make the final climb up to the airstrip at Lukla. Lunch is served at our lodge and the afternoon is free for you to wander around, relax or perhaps have a hot shower! In the evening, we’ll have a farewell dinner followed by a few celebratory drinks. We dance to some Sherpa dance steps with our Sherpa crew who we’ve come to know so well over the weeks.

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and dinner with coffee/tea
  • Accommodation: Lodge
  • Place: Lukla
  • Altitude: 2800m

Most flights from Lukla to Kathmandu are schedule early morning to avoid the strong winds. It’s a scenic flight from Lukla to Kathmandu for about forty-five minutes. We touch down at Kathmandu and transferred to our hotel. But please note, sometimes the flight can be delayed or canceled in the mountain regions of this type due to inclement weather and other unpredictable reasons beyond our control. Our guests are expected to be patient.

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and dinner with coffee/tea
  • Accommodation: Hotel
  • Place: Kathmandu
  • Altitude: 1300m

After breakfast and our last day in Kathmandu, our vehicle and escorts will be on standby to drop you to the international airport three hours before our scheduled flight back home. We pray for your Safe journey and will reflect on the wonderful times we spent together. Bon Voyage!!! We hope to see you again someday.

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and dinner with coffee/tea
  • Accommodation: Hotel
  • Place: Kathmandu
  • Altitude: 1300m

What's Included

  • 3 night's accommodations in Kathmandu on BB plan.
  • Everything on meals as specified for trek (breakfast, lunch, dinner).
  • All internal local transport as per the itinerary.
  • Internal l flights from Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu for client and Trek Leader.
  • National Park entrance fees, trekking permits accommodation in twin sharing local basis lodges or best available places for accommodations, trek leader and porters-salary, insurance, food, accommodations and other allowances included in trekking arrangements.
  • Basic first aid, Trek bag kit carried by your leader.
  • None of the single supplement is required in Kathmandu or in the mountain.
  • Arrival Airport Pick and departure Drop.
  • Food (Kathmandu) - lunch and dinner, International flights from your home to home.
  • Airport Taxes, car, taxi or van, Visa fees.
  • Medical examination (if required) and vaccination costs.
  • Own Expenditure(Personal) , .all bar bills, laundry, telephone calls, hot shower in the mountain, mineral water, sweet deserts, we recommend bringing .water purifier and neutralizer tabulates to reduce your cost of traveling and to become responsible traveler.

USEFUL INFORMATION

Experience Required:

You will need some form of experience of whether hiking or trekking in order to deal with the challenges in the Renjo la pass section along with sound physical health. The days can be of various natures; one difficult than the other.

Pre-Trip Meeting:

We will have a pre-trip meeting in our office or in any other venue which suits the time and conditions before we begin our renjo la pass trek. We will have discussions and introduction sessions.

Equipment Check List:

One must be aware of the required equipments in order to experience and enjoy the trek wholly. So the following equipments must be kept in mind and under packing, the weight of which shouldn’t be crossing 20 kg.

Head:-

For the head protection: Sun hat or scarf - Light balaclava or warm fleece hat - Sunglasses with UV protection.

Lower Body: -

Under Garments - Hiking shorts - Lightweight cotton long pants - Light weight hiking thermal bottoms - Fleece or wool pants – Waterproof trekking trousers -

Feet: - lightweight thin inner socks - Thick, warm wool hiking socks - Hiking boots with spare laces - Camp shoes – Gaiters (optional)

Upper Body:-

As for the upper body’s shirts – Hiking and light weight thermal tops - Fleece jacket or pullover - Fleece Wind-Stopper jacket (optional) - Waterproof shell jacket - Down vest and/or jacket - Base layer shirts - Warm jacket (down)*

Hands: - gloves that are Lightweight - Heavyweight gloves or mittens with a waterproof shell outer.

Accessories:-

Sleeping bag (comfort rated –10ºC)*- Sleeping bag liner - Head torch with spare bulbs and batteries - Small pad or combination.

Trekking Bags: - Large bag for keeping items dry inside trek bag, Daypack 250 to 30litres. - Thermarest sleeping pad - Water bottles - Water purification tablets.

Basic First Aid Kit: - Antiseptic cream, throat lozenges, diarrhoea treatment (Imodium), altitude (Diamox), painkillers, plasters and blister treatment, insect repellent, and re-hydration salts (Dioralite). Glucose tablets and multi-vitamin tablets are also a good idea.

Toiletries:- 1 medium sized quick drying towel - Tooth brush/paste - Multipurpose soap - Deodorants - Nail clippers - Face and body moisturizer - Feminine products - Small mirror - Wet wipes - toilet roll/Tissue Extras - Antibacterial hand wash

Luxuries - Binoculars - Reading book - Trip Map/Guide book - Trekking poles – Camera - Repair kit: needle, thread, duct tape.

A typical day:

You will be greeted good morning by a Sherpa at your door early in the morning with a refreshing cup of tea or coffee or any other items you prefer. Then after breakfast, we begin packing all our stuffs and head for the day’s trekking adventure. In the middle of the trek, we stop for lunch and then again head off for the journey. Then in the afternoon we enjoy staying in our accommodations where we can use our time for playing, chatting, exploring and some other activities.

Accommodation:

The choices or options of lodging won’t be many, so one must always be ready for some adjustment. You will usually have to use shared bathroom facilities and access to shower can often be a big deal. However, the lodges will try their best to make you comfortable; most of which are family run.

Insurance:

One must be medically insured along with the insurance of trip cancellations and emergency rescue as per our booking terms and conditions of joining the Renjo la pass trek.

Altitude Sickness:

Since altitude sickness is a major issue in the Himalayan sections of trekking, we have kept the process to overcome it under our trekking plan which is through acclimatization and emergency rescue evacuation as per your insurance and other dealings.

Meals:

You will be served with three meals everyday among which breakfast and dinner will be conducted in the same accommodation where you have stayed overnight at and the lunch will be conducted along the way. Welcome dinner and Farewell dinner will be provided in Kathmandu.