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Everest

The Khumbu, home of the Sherpa people and the world’s highest mountain, where legendary trails lead to Everest Base Camp and beyond.

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Everest

The Khumbu, home of the Sherpa people and Sagarmatha National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Most treks begin with the mountain flight to Lukla and climb through Namche Bazaar and Tengboche towards Everest Base Camp, Kala Patthar and the high passes.

Tranquil street view of Namche Bazaar with traditional buildings and a stray dog lying on the pavement.
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Everest region FAQs

What to know about permits, flights, altitude and seasons in the Khumbu.

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01

Which permits do I need for the Everest region?

You need the Sagarmatha National Park entry permit (NPR 3,000 plus VAT for foreign nationals) and the Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality fee (NPR 2,000), collected at Lukla or Monjo. A TIMS card is not used in the Khumbu, as the municipality fee replaces it. We arrange all permits for you.
02

How do I get to Lukla?

Lukla is reached by a flight of about 35 minutes. In the busy spring and autumn seasons most flights operate from Ramechhap (Manthali), a four- to five-hour drive from Kathmandu, rather than from Kathmandu itself. Mountain weather can delay flights, so we recommend keeping one or two spare days at the end of your trip.
03

How high does the Everest Base Camp trek go?

Everest Base Camp sits at 5,364 m, and most trekkers also climb Kala Patthar, at about 5,550 m, for the best view of Everest itself. Our itineraries include acclimatisation days in Namche Bazaar and Dingboche, and guides monitor every trekker for signs of altitude sickness.
04

When is the best time to trek to Everest?

October to mid-December gives the clearest views and settled weather, though nights are cold. March to May is warmer, with rhododendrons lower down and climbing expeditions at Base Camp. Winter treks are possible with good cold-weather gear, while the June to September monsoon brings cloud and frequent flight cancellations.
05

Do I need previous trekking experience for Everest Base Camp?

No technical experience is needed, but you should be fit enough to walk five to seven hours a day for nearly two weeks. Regular hiking, stair climbing and cardio training in the months before your trip make a big difference to how much you enjoy it.
06

Is travel insurance required?

Yes. Your policy must cover trekking up to at least 5,600 m and emergency helicopter evacuation. Evacuations from the upper Khumbu are expensive, so please check the altitude limit and exclusions in your policy before you book.

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