The Everest region is one of the world’s top adventure destinations. Every year, hundreds of climbers and trekkers head to this mountainous region to enjoy the journey of a lifetime. Located in northeastern Nepal, the Everest region is home to the world’s highest mountain, Mount Everest, along with three other eight-thousanders – Lhotse, Makalu and Cho Oyu.
The world’s toughest mountaineers, the Sherpas, are native to this region. Their ability to survive in the harsh high-altitude environment has amazed climbers and scientists alike. A visit to this region will introduce you to their ancient Buddhist heritage and culture. The Everest region is also home to the ecologically rich Everest (Sagarmatha) National Park. The world’s highest freshwater lake system, the Gokyo Lakes, and the Himalayas’ longest glacier, the Ngozumpa Glacier, all fall within this park.
Most tourists visit the Everest region to trek to the Everest Base Camp. Rated as one of the world’s best treks by renowned adventure magazines such as Lonely Planet and National Geographic, the Everest Base Camp Trek takes you through the rural settlements of the Sherpas to the foothills of Mount Everest. The routes to the Hinku and Hongku valleys and the three high passes – Cho La, Renjo La and Kongma La – are also very popular among the trekking community. The Everest region is a major mountaineering hub. The most popular peaks for mountaineering expeditions are Mount Everest, Island Peak, Mera Peak, Ama Dablam, Lhotse and Lobuche. Luxury tours such as the Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour and Heli Trekking have made this beautiful region accessible to those with busy schedules and frail health conditions.