Imagine you are walking through giant mountains, where every turn feels like you are flipping a page in a fantasy book. The Everest Three Pass Trek is not your regular walk. It is a long, tough route through three high mountain passes Kongma La, Cho La, and Renjo La. You get jaw-dropping views (oops, no jaw-drops, let’s just say “views that make you stop in your tracks”), and a real taste of life up in the clouds.
Sounds cool. But what’s the catch?
The weather. That’s the real wild card here. I was guiding a small group last October, and one moment the sky was blue and the sun warm on our faces. The next? Clouds rolled in like someone pulled a curtain. Snow. Wind. Just like that.
That fast?
Yes, it was like someone hit a switch. We were crossing Cho La Pass, laughing about how warm it felt for such a high place. Within fifteen minutes, we were in a whiteout. One guy in our group Raj, a first-timer asked, “Is this normal?” I laughed, then quickly said, “Yes, but also, no. It’s the Himalayas. Nothing stays the same for long.”
So what do you do in that kind of situation?
Stay calm. Keep moving slowly. Don’t split up. We all pulled out our jackets, covered our faces, and took it one step at a time. You can’t fight the mountain. You work with it. We made it to the teahouse just before dark boots soaked, noses red, hearts racing.
Were people scared?
A little, yes. Especially Raj. But later that night, sipping hot tea and watching snow fall quietly outside, he said, “That was the most alive I’ve ever felt.” And I knew exactly what he meant.
So would you recommend the trek?
Definitely yes, but not for the fancy Instagram pictures. Do it if you want to feel something real. The Everest Three Pass Trek shows you beauty, yes. But it also humbles you. The sudden weather changes? They’re not just part of the trek they are the trek. They remind you that nature doesn’t follow your plan. You have to follow hers.
Last question — any tips for someone thinking about it?
Be ready, not just with gear but with your mindset. Talk to your guide, listen to locals, and respect the mountain. And always, always carry an extra pair of dry socks. Trust me on that one.
