Sherpani Col Pass Trek – 21 Days

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Cross Sherpani Col (6,155m), Nepal's highest trekking pass, on this 21-day expedition linking the Everest and Makalu regions. A remote, technical high-altitude journey combining classic Himalayan trekking with mountaineering — glacier travel, fixed ropes, and three major passes (Sherpani Col, West Col, Amphu Lapcha) — plus a visit to Makalu Base Camp and unmatched views of Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, and Kanchenjunga.

The Sherpani Col Pass Trekis a 21-day high-altitude trekking route that crosses Sherpani Col (6,155m), the highest trekking pass in Nepal. This trek connects the Everest regionand the Makalu region, crossing three major passes — Sherpani Col, West Col, and Amphu Lapcha Pass — while also visiting Makalu Base Camp.

Also known as the Hidden Treasure Trek, the Sherpani Col Pass Trek is one of the most remote and technical trekking routes in Nepal. It is best suited for experienced trekkers seeking a high-altitude adventure beyond Everest Base Camp and the Everest Three Passes Trek.

What Is the Sherpani Col Pass Trek?

The Sherpani Col Pass Trek follows the high ridge between the Dudh Koshi Valley and the Arun Valley, linking two of Nepal's most famous mountain regions. The trek crosses three passes:

  • Sherpani Col (6,155m) – the highest trekking pass in Nepal
  • West Col (6,143m) – a technical pass requiring fixed ropes
  • Amphu Lapcha Pass (5,845m) – a steep, rocky pass leading into the Khumbu

The trek also passes through Makalu Base Camp and includes a high camp at Baruntse Camp One (6,146m).

Why Choose the Sherpani Col Pass Trek

  • Cross Nepal's highest trekking pass
  • Trek two major regions — Everest and Makalu — in a single journey
  • View four major peaks: Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, and Kanchenjunga
  • Visit remote Sherpa and Rai villages away from mainstream trekking routes
  • Combine trekking with technical mountaineering (glacier travel, fixed ropes, ice slopes)
  • Connect with Nepal's Great Himalayan Trail

Sherpani Col Pass Trek Difficulty

The Sherpani Col Pass Trek is graded strenuous and technical. Key difficulty factors include:

  • High altitude above 6,000m with elevated risk of altitude sickness
  • Technical terrain requiring crampons, ice axes, and fixed ropes
  • Glacier travel through crevasse-prone terrain
  • Remote location with limited communication and medical access
  • Long duration of 21 consecutive trekking days
  • Unpredictable high-altitude weather, including sudden snowstorms

This trek is recommended for trekkers with prior high-altitude or technical trekking experience.

Best Time for the Sherpani Col Pass Trek

Season

Months

Conditions

Spring

March–May

Warming temperatures, rhododendron blooms, stable weather

Autumn

September–November

Clear skies, dry air, best mountain visibility

Monsoon (avoid)

June–August

Heavy rain, slippery trails

Winter (avoid)

December–February

Extreme cold, hazardous conditions above 6,000m
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Cost Details

Includes
  • Airport pick-up and drop-off in Kathmandu
  • Domestic flights: Kathmandu–Tumlingtar and Lukla–Kathmandu
  • Ground transport from Tumlingtar to Num by private or shared jeep
  • Twin-sharing teahouse accommodation and expedition tents as the route requires
  • Three meals a day throughout the trek, with fresh meals prepared at high camp by the expedition cook
  • Government-licensed trekking guide and a professional climbing Sherpa
  • Cook and porters, sized to your group, all fully insured and equipped
  • Duffel bag, sleeping bag, and sleeping mattress
  • Camping infrastructure — dining tent, kitchen tent, toilet tent
  • Group technical climbing gear — fixed ropes, ice screws, anchors
  • Peak climbing permit if you choose to add a summit, such as Mera Peak, Island Peak, or Baruntse
  • Makalu Barun National Park entry permit and TIMS card
  • Government taxes, official service charges, and an expedition completion certificate
Excludes
  • Nepal visa fee and international airfare
  • Hotel accommodation and meals in Kathmandu before and after the trek
  • Personal climbing and trekking equipment — boots, crampons, harness, helmet, ice axe, and similar gear
  • Personal travel and medical insurance covering high-altitude trekking, evacuation, and emergency treatment
  • Rescue or evacuation costs not covered by your insurance
  • Personal expenses — Wi-Fi, laundry, charging, snacks, and drinks
  • Tips for your guide, climbing Sherpa, cook, and porters (customary, but entirely at your discretion)
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