After the successful ascend of Everest in 1953, Everest region has been prime destination for hiking, trekking and climbing enthusiast. Follow the footstep of legend to the base camp of Everest or unwind in pristine setting of Gokyo Lake or challenge yourselves in high and rugged mountain passes, Everest region trek carters the need of every trekkers. Besides extensive assortments of snowy peaks and world class hiking trails, trekking to Everest also offers best opportunity to explore mountain people’s lifestyle, ancient monasteries, culture and their beliefs. Sherpa, the legend of mountain, are very friendly, hardworking and warming.
Everest region trek allows wonderful opportunity to witness some of the highest peaks in the world including Everest (8,848m), Lhotse, Cho Oyu and Makalu. Trekkers also get opportunity to enjoy great mountain ecosystem, superb geographical part of Solukhumbu, meet friendly Sherpa people and perceive variety of floral and faunal species. The key attractions of Khumbu/Everest region are Sherpa Museum, turquoise-tinted Gokyo Lake, Cho La Pass (5300m), Kongma La Pass (5500m) and Renjo La (5400m), Khumbu Ice Fall from Everest Base Camp, Tengboche Monastery, Everest Base Camp Trail, Kalapathar and many more.
How to Get to Everest Region?
The most accessible route to Everest region is by short trans-Himalayan flight from Kathmandu to Lukla, a 45 minute fight with great views. We suggest you to get left-hand-side seat of the plane for your flight to Lukla, as it maximize the scope of Himalayan exploration. The landing at Lukla makes for a stunning start of the trek. Alternatively, you can drive to Jiri or make a short flight to Phaplu to start the trek.