Renjo La Pass Trek

Early in the morning, we fly from Kathmandu to Lukla via a scenic mountain flight of about 40 minutes. With clear weather, we get fantastic views of the mountains, including Everest, as we enter the deep gorge of the Dudh Kosi valley.

You begin your Renjo la pass trek from Lukla, following a gentle climb up the mountainside on the left bank of the Dudh Koshi River. You will also view Mt Nupla (5885m), Kusum Kanguru (6367m), and Mount Kwongde Range.

We then take a leisurely walk for about two hours to Phakding village. However, if you are interested in additional activities, we can make a side trip to a nearby monastery.

From Phakding, the Renjo la Pass trek trail follows the Dudh Koshi valley north, meandering through the pines, crossing it twice by small suspension bridges before reaching the village of Monjo, the entrance gate of the Sagarmatha National Park.

Beginning with a slight climb to Jhorsalle, the trail passes waterfalls and other culturally and naturally occurring items of interest. Villages are interspersed with magnificent forests of Rhododendron, Magnolia, and fir.

A steep climb up to the beautiful town of Namche Bazaar (3440m) will afford you further spectacular views and a comfortable place to spend the second night of the trek.

Accommodate your body to the high altitude of Namche, as you have gained a lot of height the previous day. Set in a natural amphitheater looking across the jagged ridge of Kongdi RI (6187m), Namche Bazaar is one of the most attractive settlements in the Khumbu region.

You can hike nearby to acclimatize well for the Renjo la Pass trek. You have full-day leisure for a beautiful panoramic view or stroll around the market. You can also enjoy the splendid views of Everest, Ama Dablam, Thamserku, Nuptse, Lhotse, Tawche, Kwangde, etc.

The most exciting acclimatization trek, Namche, takes you along the Bhote Koshi to Thame. The trail enters a pretty forest of pines and rhododendrons. Pass the ancient mud-plastered Stupa at Phurte and follow the path to Tesho.

You’ll roll into Thamo and Thamo Gompa during our Renjo la Pass trek. At the end of the spur, the trail drops steeply to the Khumbu hydroelectric project plant and then turns to the Thame for a night stay.

Thame is at the end of Khumbu Valley, and the iconic value of Thame is its terrain, the people who are untouched by the effects of modern civilization.

Ascending the trail to Tarngga, it’s a gentle stroll from Thame. You’ll cross mauling (4200m) on the east bank of Bhote Koshi.

The final descent to Lungden follows a narrow valley clogged with giant boulders. During the Ren jo la pass trek, you can observe a variety of plants and animals with a unique Sherpa culture.

During our Renjo la Pass trek today, After crossing, you will descend Renjo la Pass, where an eye-popping vista awaits — crossing an iron bridge over a stream, the trail levels out as it follows the valley past the first lake, known as Longpongo at 4690m, where we get a chance to observe the Lama footprints on a stone.

The second lake, Taboche Tsho, mesmerizes us with the shimmering turquoise blue sheet of water sparkling in the sun. We reach the third lake, Dudh Pokhari, linked to the previous one by a surging stream.

Gokyo village stands by the third lake and Cho-Oyu Mountain. Above, the lake provides panoramic views of Cho Oyu, Gyachung Kang, Lhotse, Makalu, Cholatse, and Tawache.

Spend a day in Gokyo, strolling around the lakes and hiking to some mountain viewpoints nearby. Start your trek in the morning and get to a steep climb of about 30 minutes to reach the top with its traditional prayer flags.

View the Ngozumpa Glacier, the biggest glacier in Nepal. We would not miss the chance to observe the fourth lake (Thonak Tsho) and the fifth lake (Ngozuma Tsho).

From where you will have a magnificent view of the highest peaks, from west to east, are Cho you (8,153m), Gyachung Kang (7,922m), Everest ( 8848m), Lhotse (8,501m), and further way Makalu.

We take an early morning hike to Gokyo Ri, where we observe the magnificent panorama of Mt. Everest (8848m), Nuptse (7861m), Makalu (8481m), Lhotse (8516m), Cho Oyu (8201m), Pumori (7161m), Ama Dablam (6856m), and the other Himalayas.

We descend through steep trails and trek along the Dudh Koshi River on the moraines of Ngozumpa Glacier until we reach Machhermo.

From Machhermo, Renjo la pass trek goes for a couple of hours to get to Dole. Overnight at a lodge in Dole.

Today, the Renjo la pass trek is along rocky trails; we pass dense forests of rhododendrons till we reach Phortse Thanga. We then traveled to Mongla and then descended to Kyangjuma.

Following the rocky paths, we passed some monasteries and walked on stone steps through Mani walls on our way to Namche Bazaar. Overnight at a lodge in Namche Bazaar.

On the last day of our Renjo la Pass trek, we cross several suspension bridges over the Bhote Koshi River to reach Lukla.

We exit Sagarmatha National Park in Jorsalle and pass the villages of Monjo and Bengkar to arrive in Phakding. From Phakding, we pass several small towns, painted Mani walls, and prayer wheels to reach Lukla. Overnight at a lodge in Lukla.

On our final day of the Renjo la Pass trek, we enjoyed the panorama of the Himalayas for the last time on our flight back to the capital from Lukla.

After we reach Kathmandu, you will have the day to yourself. You can shop for souvenirs or taste the local delicacies well.

( Note: in season time, the flights are from Lukla to Ramechhap and drive 4 hours to Kathmandu)