The Everest Base Camp trek on the south side, at an elevation of 5,364 m (17,598 ft),
The Everest Base Camp trek on the south side, at an elevation of 5,364 m (17,598 ft),
When it comes to trekking in the Himalayas, Mt. Everest is the most celebrated peak and not just in our country but all across the globe. For avid trekkers and mountaineers, getting up close to the highest mountain peak in the world is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. This classic trek takes place in the Bagmati Zone of Nepal and allows you to experience the immense beauty of the surroundings. Along your trek, you will get to witness 4 of the 6 highest mountain peaks in the world — Cho Oyu (8,201 m), Mt. Makalu (8,470 m), Mt. Lhotse (8,516 m), and Mt. Everest (8,848 m)..
Learn MoreThe Everest Base Camp trek on the south side, at an elevation of 5,364 m (17,598 ft),
is one of the most popular trekking routes in the Himalayas and about 40,000
people per year make the trek there from Lukla Airport (2,846 m or 9,337 ft).
[5] Trekkers usually fly from Kathmandu to Lukla to save time and energy
before beginning the trek to the base camp. However, trekking to Lukla is possible.
There are no roads from Kathmandu to Lukla and as a result, the only method
of transporting large and heavy goods is by plane.