The world’s highest Peak – Mount Everest

Mount Everest named after Sir George Everest is the world’s highest peak. Everest is 8,586 meters by the elevation from the sea level. It lies in the Khumbu region of Nepal. There are two main routes to climb Everest, one from Nepal and one from Tibet. If you plan to travel from Nepal do not get confused when they say ‘Sagarmatha’ instead of Everest. Sagarmatha which translates to “the head of the sky” in English is name given to Mount Everest by the people of Nepal. The characteristic quality of being the highest mountain on earth led to this name. Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay Sherpa first climbed Nepal in 1953. However, the popularity of Everest worldwide made it the most sought-after trekking region of the country. Thereby becoming the largest generator of tourism and trekking business.

Everest Base Camp

Trekkers walking towards Everest Base Camp

If you want to trek on the world’s highest peak and experience the mighty beauty of Everest, this base camp is for you. The Everest base camp lets you be immersed in the peak and so much more. It is an adventure you would not want to miss. Most people take on the Everest Camp trek during October and November as the chances of clear skies is more. The second highest season is from April to the end of May. It is the most popular and demanded trek in Nepal. This trek takes you on a journey that Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay Sherpa first did in 1953. The expedition will give you a chance to enjoy the coruscating hallmarks of the landscape shadowed by the highest peak. You will also get to familiarize with the enticing Sherpa culture of Khumbu. You will make unforgettable memories, as you will immerse yourself in the companionship of Everest. It will truly be an adventure for a lifetime!

Highlights of the Everest Base Camp Trek

Yak carrying supplies for the trekkers

The journey will start with a short thrilling flight to Lulka, which will be taken from Kathmandu, the cultural epicentre of Nepal. In the flight you will be able to enjoy the changing terrains. Flatlands of the hills change to towering green mountains as the flight comes closer to Lulka village. The Everest Base Camp Trek takes you through several prominent Sherpa villages lying on the foothills of the Himalayas. You will walk through the forests and emerge into clear, where the sights of the mountains await your presence. You will also walk through the Sagarmatha National Park, which is a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Local children watching the trekkers walk past

The enjoyment will continue as you walk through the villages of Namche Bazaar, Tengboche and many more. You will see stonewalls covered with prayers and Gumbas laden with colourful prayer flags. It is now time where you let your spirit soar in the vast snowy pastures and get the panoramic view of Mount Everest massif from the famous vantage point of Kalapatthar. You can also visit the Everest View Hotel, the highest located hotel in the world and enjoy sipping tea while taking the radiance of Mount Everest and its neighbouring peaks. The Everest Base Camp Trek is filled with adventures you will want to experience again and again.