The Everest or Solu Khumbu region is one of the most popular areas for trekking in Nepal, with a mystique derived from its soaring peaks and the exploits of legendary mountaineers.
Solu Khumbu is justifiably reknowned, not only because it encompasses Mt. Everest, the world’s highest mountain (8850m), but also because of its exotic Sherpa villages and monasteries. The main goal of many Everest treks is the Everest Base Camp at an elevation of about 5340m. You cannot see Everest from the base camp, so most trekkers also climb Kala Pattar, a 5545m bump on the southern flank of Pumori (7145m). From Kala Pattar there is a dramatic view of Mt. Everest.
When trekking to Everest Base Camp and other high altitude parts of this region one should be aware of acute mountain sickness (AMS). AMS is caused by climbing too quickly to a high elevation. If you suffer symptoms of altitude sickness, you can still make a worthwhile trek to lower elevation destinations such as Namche Bazaar and the surrounding mountain areas. Just a few days trekking from Lukla, Namche Bazaar is where most trekkers take a day to acclimatize to the high altitude. Wherever you choose to trek in the Everest region you’ll be treated to some of the most dramatic scenery and fascinating cultural experiences anywhere in the world.
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Everest Base Camp Trek
From USD 1295
18 days | Medium-Hard
A classic trek passing the interesting town of Namche Bazaar. The trek continues past the famous monastery of Tengboche and Gorak Shep from where Kala Pattar can be climbed. Last but not least visit Everest base camp. Read more
Everest Panorama Trek
From USD 995
11 days | Medium
A relatively easy trek that takes you up high along trails to Tengboche Monastery (3850m). This is a short and scenic trek which offers a superb view of the world's highest peaks including Mt. Everest. Read more
Everest View Trek
From USD 1050
12 days | Medium
This is a trek for those with limited time, yet it still provides close-up views of Everest and a chance to spend time in the Sherpa villages. The route takes you into the Everest region through the Sagarmatha National Park. Read more
Everest Gokyo Ri Trek
From USD 1295
16 days | Medium-Hard
From Goyko Ri, more of Everest itself is visible than from Kala Pattar above Gorak Shep. The view of the tremendous ice ridge between Cho Oyu and Gyachung Kang is one of the most dramatic panoramas in Khumbu. Read more
Everest Trek via Jiri
From USD 1595
25 days | Medium-Hard
This classic Everest trek, which follow the "Dudh Koshi river" north through terraced hillsides and small villages, is the classic way which the expeditions to Mount Everest followed for many years. Read more
Everest Short Trek
From USD 895
9 days | Medium - Difficult
This short 9-day Everest trek is a scenic trek offering superb views of the world’s highest peaks. We fly from Kathmandu to Lukla airstrip in the Khumbu region and trek up to Namche Bazaar and on to the Tyangboche Monastery. Read more
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18 days | Medium-Hard
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