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Eric M
1 contribution
Jun 2021
Very good experience. My brother fell off the edge, but I caught him and held him by the hand. Then i fell asleep and dreamt about the Lion King, then when I woke up my fried was gone. I looked over the edge and found him laying there as white as the snow around him, so I took him back to camp and warmed him up. He still hasn’t said anything to me since then. He has also gotten a lot of pet bugs. He likes when they nibble on him.
Written June 1, 2021
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bellaantonio
Rome, Italy2 contributions
Jan 2022
You never forget your first view of Everest. Mine was as I trudged alongside my guide on the trail as we left Namche. If you have a bucket list, this has to be on it in some form. The scenery is beautiful, the area is totally worth every ounce of effort it takes to get there. If you are flying in through Lukla Airport, you can hire a hire porter straight away to help you with your bags or backpack if you want to make the climb more manageable. Most people follow the EBC trail for many days as they slowly acclimatise, so take your time and enjoy the most stunning place on earth.
Written December 4, 2022
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Caden C
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Dec 2023 • Friends
Mount Everest, standing at 29,032 feet, is the highest point on Earth and a crown jewel for mountaineers and adventurers. Its awe-inspiring, majestic presence in the Himalayas offers a daunting challenge to those who attempt to summit. The trek to Everest Base Camp is a journey through breathtaking landscapes, with towering peaks and deep valleys. However, the climb itself is grueling, with treacherous weather, altitude sickness, and technical difficulties. While the summit represents the pinnacle of human endurance, Everest's allure comes with a heavy toll, both physically and environmentally. A symbol of both beauty and danger, it commands respect. Also my friend fell off so minus 1 star (I felt bad but got over it).
Written November 13, 2024
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jamal d
1 contribution
Aug 2024 • Solo
Too easy light work
make your mountain taller Nepal! this was to easy for my absolute godly physique. my grandma could climb this hill! I wouldn't even call this a mountain more like a pebble. (Im 6ft have a 6 pack and a feminist btw hmu)
make your mountain taller Nepal! this was to easy for my absolute godly physique. my grandma could climb this hill! I wouldn't even call this a mountain more like a pebble. (Im 6ft have a 6 pack and a feminist btw hmu)
Written November 15, 2024
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aaronthemountaineer1
Manchester, UK5 contributions
Oct 2023 • Friends
Never reached the summit but the views of the town from high up were incredible. Hope to summit this monster one day but until then i’ll cherish the amazing environment. The national park was also beautiful in foliage and wildlife. Would 100% to again just for the forest range below.
Written May 8, 2024
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usman
1 contribution
Dec 2019
Had an amazing time, I carried the corpses of my friends down the mountain, I set up a campfire and sat their bodies next to me as we all drank tea, I packed them back up and dragged them down, and what a challenge that was! I dug their graves at the bottom of the mountain and had a mental breakdown at what I had experienced, amazing! all in all it was an amazing time, would recommend and would go again, possibly next time I'll dig my grave with my partners if it happens again. As I will be going back.
Written November 23, 2020
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Dr R M Thapa Syangja
Putalibazar, Nepal435 contributions
Jul 2024 • Friends
We took 16 leisurely days for this trek.
We flew from Manthali to Lukla. Below is elevation of both starting place name and destination name with each day's walk in hours:
Lukla 2860m <> Phakding (5hrs walk)
Phakging <> Namche approx 3400m
There is an additional one day walk to Everest view hotel at 4000m if you wish.
Namche <> Diboche 4400m You should ideally spend 2 nights here as you walk another day to other view point at 5000m.
Should you not wish to do it:
Diboche <> Pheriche <> Leaboche 5000m
Leaboche <> EBC 5400m
You should be beware of Khumbu Cough as it is annoying and could be life threatening cough as you get close to the Everest Base Camp. Should symptoms persist, you should immediately get to lower elevation.
As for the sights and sounds, what can an enthralled guy say?
We flew from Manthali to Lukla. Below is elevation of both starting place name and destination name with each day's walk in hours:
Lukla 2860m <> Phakding (5hrs walk)
Phakging <> Namche approx 3400m
There is an additional one day walk to Everest view hotel at 4000m if you wish.
Namche <> Diboche 4400m You should ideally spend 2 nights here as you walk another day to other view point at 5000m.
Should you not wish to do it:
Diboche <> Pheriche <> Leaboche 5000m
Leaboche <> EBC 5400m
You should be beware of Khumbu Cough as it is annoying and could be life threatening cough as you get close to the Everest Base Camp. Should symptoms persist, you should immediately get to lower elevation.
As for the sights and sounds, what can an enthralled guy say?
Written July 26, 2024
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John A
Del Mar, CA6 contributions
Feb 2012 • Couples
My wife and I were a bit pressed for time to maximize our remaining day in Nepal. Since we didn't have time to do a major trek, we arranged a helicopter tour through Funny Nepal Treks and Expeditions. We were recommended to our guide, Fanindra Dharma, through the Grand Hyatt Hotel in Kathmandu. The trip was a bit expensive, though much less than the cost of a mountain rescue. We were totally awestruck! We left in the morning from Kathmandu and flew over the terraced mountains to the village of Lukla, where we dropped off fuel for easier lift and the flight back. From there we proceeded up the valley, flying above Base Camp and landing above Base Camp at nearly 18,000 feet. With the pilot in his seat, my wife, our guide, and I left the helicopter and had 20 minutes or so to take photos with the morning sun over Everest. What a sight! We flew from there to the Everest View Hotel, with more distant but spectacular views of Everest, for some coffee and breakfast. After that, we returned to Lukla, picked up our fuel, and headed back to Kathmandu. Our pilot was extremely competent and made us feel safe despite the terrain over which we traversed. The nearly four hour excursion was the flight of a lifetime, and I would highly recommend Fanindra to take you.
Written July 9, 2012
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ScubaMoose
Essex, England35 contributions
Nov 2011 • Friends
I recently completed the EBC Trek (mid Nov 2011), and absolutely loved it, but it was really tough going (I knew it was going to be hard, but reading about it and experiencing it are two different things). Having said that, I can't wait to go back! The views are amazing and the mountains indescribably beautiful, but there's plenty of great posts that tell you that already, so, at the risk of writing a long one (I apologise in advance), I'll move on to some practical stuff which you may find helpful: -
It is seriously hard work, so be under no illusions. Long days of steep uphill climbs, over uneven rocky & dusty trails, steps and some clambering over rocks, and it's exhausting! You have to be better than average fitness. Of the 10 in our group, we all made it to Base Camp, only 6 made it to Kala Pattar, and there was one helicopter rescue due to altitude sickness.
On the subject of helicopter rescue, make sure you read the small print on your insurance policy. Ensure you are covered for the maximum altitude as a lot of policies are limited to 3000 metres. Also, make sure that the insurance company will authorise the helicopter rescue without a doctors report. You are on the side of a mountain - where exactly do they think you'll get a doctors report from?! This from the experience of the guy mentioned above. It took many hours of shouting at the insurance company before they agreed, which is not acceptable and potentially life threatening.
The domestic airport for your 45 minute flight to Lukla is next to the international airport, and only short drive from the city. The terminal is basic but ok as long as you don't have to spend too much time there. You can buy water and snacks and there is a small cafeteria. We spent 4 full days there due to low cloud closing Lukla (two days in a row we got onto our flight and within 10-minutes of Lukla, only to be turned back to Kathmandu. Lukla was closed for 9-days in the end).
On day 4 we gave up and hired a helicopter to get us into the mountains (the alternatives being to forget EBC and walk Annapurna instead, or fly home). More bad luck - this flight also turned back just minutes from our landing site when the weather turned against us. We were left overnight in Rumjatta, a small village and army base in the mountains where the people were wonderful and accommodating, and we had a huge amount of fun (once we got over the initial shock and sense of humour failure of being abandoned there) thanks to our new friends Marcel, Fredrich and Alex. Fortunately the helicopter came back for us the next day as promised and we finally landed in a field in Surkey, about a 4-hour walk from Lukla, in the rain.
So that was the first 5-days gone and so far, we'd not walked anywhere. We cancelled Gokyo Lakes and Cho La pass due to lack of time (gutted - I'll have to go back just for that!) and stuck to the standard EBC route which had to be completed in 11-days (normally 14-days including rest and acclimatisation days is recommended). On the plus side for us, it meant that the route was extremely quiet as fixed wing flights were still not operating. On the downside, it meant we had some really long & arduous days of walking two days in one.
I struggled to find information about tea houses in advance other than they were 'basic' so I'll try to expand. They are stone buildings with tin roofs, cold running water, and no heating (except the dining room which has a small wood burner). The bedrooms are small, two single wooden beds with a thin mattress, sometimes a blanket (although you can always ask for one), usually a pillow, a single light bulb and just a little floor space left over. Internal walls are bare wood, and bedroom doors generally come with a padlock for security. The dining rooms are quite comfortable, wood panelled with bench seating covered in blankets or rugs & plastic garden chairs. The wood burner tends to only go on for an hour or two in the evening, but it warms up quite quickly and it's where you'll spend most of the evening as it's just too cold in the bedrooms. The toilets were mostly western and indoor near the bedrooms, but we did come across a few 'squat' ones. Some flush, some don't, some have buckets of water and a jug for flushing as long as it's not frozen. On the whole, the loos are clean enough that there's no need to get too squeamish.
Sleeping at night was not problem despite the cold. My sleeping bag was a cheap 4-season. This, plus thermal long johns and long sleeved shirt, warm hat, neck gaiter and warm socks was fine (and I get cold easily). At higher altitudes I also used a blanket over the top, but I never got cold (apart from midnight dashes to the loo, so keep your head torch, trainers and fleece/duvet jacket within quick easy reach!). I read some posts from people who wore loads of layers to sleep in. I didn't as I read elsewhere this was a bad idea as it stops your sleeping bag from warming up from your body heat. Sounded good to me, I followed the advice and it worked.
The food was excellent, but is generally the same menu at every stop. Stir fried rice and veg, noodles and veg, veggie soup, sherpa stew (veggie soup with a hint of curry), Dhal Bat (rice & lentil curry), egg and chips, fried potatoes & veg, yak cheese pizza, apple pie, porridge, muesli, toast etc. Meat is not recommended above Namche. Typical costs were from 200 rupees per dish at lower levels, rising to 400 rupees per dish as you get higher up the mountain. Tea, lemon tea, coffee, hot chocolate etc are 50 to 150 rupees as you get higher. No stomach issues for the entire trip (until the food on the Jet Airways flight home).
Boiled drinking water you pay for - 100 rupees to 300 rupees per litre. We used chlorine tablets too just in case (why take the chance?). Top tip - take at least one non-insulated water bottle that can cope with near boiling water, get a refill in the evening, pop it in a sock and use it as a hot water bottle in your sleeping bag (and it will still be warm in the morning and ready for drinking/teeth cleaning).
Small shops are numerous along route, and you can buy bottled water, bottles of coke, mars bars etc. A little pricey but not stupid money. Note however that bottled drinks (including water) are not recommended unless you are prepared to carry your empties off the mountain as there are no waste management or recycling facilities. If it can't be burnt and it isn't biodegradable, take it home with you. Boiled water is a much better option, it's safe, environmentally sound and you can buy it each day from your tea house or lunch stop.
Showers: Some of the tea houses had gas showers (I can't comment on the health and safety issues of a gas bottle in the shower room with you or the quality of ventilation), so I showered twice. It was clean and the water was lovely and hot, but once you step out of the shower it's freezing so try and shower while the sun is still up (same rule applies to use of wet wipes and getting changed for the evening). Once the sun sets its very cold. Cost was usually 350 - 450 rupees, and yes it's worth it at least once if not least to lift the spirits. If you don't want or can't find a good shower, then a couple of packs of biodegradable baby wipes should see you through.
Packing: the main highlights of my kit list were as follows:-
4-season sleeping bag (Vango Nitestar 450)
Thermal Underwear - 1 pair for sleeping in and for walking on the higher/colder days
Merino Long Sleeved t-shirts x 2 (merino wool is warm, wicking and anti-smell)
Technical short sleeved t-shirts x 3
Micro Fleece
Polar Fleece
Duvet Jacket (optional, but I tend to get cold. Keep it light weight and packable - mine is Montane).
Walking trousers - 2
Waterproof jacket (with vents & not insulated so it worked on warm wet days, but also fitted over my duvet jacket or polar fleece. I used White Rock)
Waterproof over-trousers (I used a ÂŁ5 kag-in-a-bag pair on an internet special from the army surplus store - and they were wicking even at that price)
Neck Gaiter (material, not fleece, so you can use it to keep dust out of your lungs on trail. I used Comfy 3 for ÂŁ11 on the internet)
Sun hat
Warm hat
windproof fleece gloves
Warm gloves (I used ski gloves)
Head-torch + spare (keep one in your rucksack at all times on the off chance you end up walking past sunset)
Sunglasses (I used ordinary wrap around, & not mountain sunglasses)
Walking boots (well worn in)
Soft Trainers (for evenings and if the boot blisters get too bad)
Small travel towel
Socks and underwear (incl. 2 pairs of 4-season socks for the higher days. 1 pair of lining socks was also essential for me).
High factor sun tan lotion
Washbag - loo roll, biodegradable wet wipes, travel sized biodegradable shower gel or soap in case you find a shower, hand sanitiser, toothbrush and toothpaste, deodorant, travel sized talc (use on your feet every morning as my top tip to help fight blisters).
Weight limit was 12kg on the mountain (for the flight and for the porters), so there wasn't room for much more than that, but I found it left me with enough stuff to layer up and have a couple of changes of clothes.
So my final advice - the golden rules to avoid altitude sickness - take it slow and steady, use your own pace, and drink loads of water. It's not a race, despite what the rest of your group or your guide may think, and there's no prizes for getting to your tea house first. Take occasional breaks to get your breath, enjoy the views, take your photos, have some chocolate and drink your water. If your group wants to dash ahead and not leave time for water breaks or a 5-minute sit down, then force your own stops. Besides, you'll generally be at your tea house by mid afternoon so what exactly were you planning to do for the rest of the day anyway?
It is seriously hard work, so be under no illusions. Long days of steep uphill climbs, over uneven rocky & dusty trails, steps and some clambering over rocks, and it's exhausting! You have to be better than average fitness. Of the 10 in our group, we all made it to Base Camp, only 6 made it to Kala Pattar, and there was one helicopter rescue due to altitude sickness.
On the subject of helicopter rescue, make sure you read the small print on your insurance policy. Ensure you are covered for the maximum altitude as a lot of policies are limited to 3000 metres. Also, make sure that the insurance company will authorise the helicopter rescue without a doctors report. You are on the side of a mountain - where exactly do they think you'll get a doctors report from?! This from the experience of the guy mentioned above. It took many hours of shouting at the insurance company before they agreed, which is not acceptable and potentially life threatening.
The domestic airport for your 45 minute flight to Lukla is next to the international airport, and only short drive from the city. The terminal is basic but ok as long as you don't have to spend too much time there. You can buy water and snacks and there is a small cafeteria. We spent 4 full days there due to low cloud closing Lukla (two days in a row we got onto our flight and within 10-minutes of Lukla, only to be turned back to Kathmandu. Lukla was closed for 9-days in the end).
On day 4 we gave up and hired a helicopter to get us into the mountains (the alternatives being to forget EBC and walk Annapurna instead, or fly home). More bad luck - this flight also turned back just minutes from our landing site when the weather turned against us. We were left overnight in Rumjatta, a small village and army base in the mountains where the people were wonderful and accommodating, and we had a huge amount of fun (once we got over the initial shock and sense of humour failure of being abandoned there) thanks to our new friends Marcel, Fredrich and Alex. Fortunately the helicopter came back for us the next day as promised and we finally landed in a field in Surkey, about a 4-hour walk from Lukla, in the rain.
So that was the first 5-days gone and so far, we'd not walked anywhere. We cancelled Gokyo Lakes and Cho La pass due to lack of time (gutted - I'll have to go back just for that!) and stuck to the standard EBC route which had to be completed in 11-days (normally 14-days including rest and acclimatisation days is recommended). On the plus side for us, it meant that the route was extremely quiet as fixed wing flights were still not operating. On the downside, it meant we had some really long & arduous days of walking two days in one.
I struggled to find information about tea houses in advance other than they were 'basic' so I'll try to expand. They are stone buildings with tin roofs, cold running water, and no heating (except the dining room which has a small wood burner). The bedrooms are small, two single wooden beds with a thin mattress, sometimes a blanket (although you can always ask for one), usually a pillow, a single light bulb and just a little floor space left over. Internal walls are bare wood, and bedroom doors generally come with a padlock for security. The dining rooms are quite comfortable, wood panelled with bench seating covered in blankets or rugs & plastic garden chairs. The wood burner tends to only go on for an hour or two in the evening, but it warms up quite quickly and it's where you'll spend most of the evening as it's just too cold in the bedrooms. The toilets were mostly western and indoor near the bedrooms, but we did come across a few 'squat' ones. Some flush, some don't, some have buckets of water and a jug for flushing as long as it's not frozen. On the whole, the loos are clean enough that there's no need to get too squeamish.
Sleeping at night was not problem despite the cold. My sleeping bag was a cheap 4-season. This, plus thermal long johns and long sleeved shirt, warm hat, neck gaiter and warm socks was fine (and I get cold easily). At higher altitudes I also used a blanket over the top, but I never got cold (apart from midnight dashes to the loo, so keep your head torch, trainers and fleece/duvet jacket within quick easy reach!). I read some posts from people who wore loads of layers to sleep in. I didn't as I read elsewhere this was a bad idea as it stops your sleeping bag from warming up from your body heat. Sounded good to me, I followed the advice and it worked.
The food was excellent, but is generally the same menu at every stop. Stir fried rice and veg, noodles and veg, veggie soup, sherpa stew (veggie soup with a hint of curry), Dhal Bat (rice & lentil curry), egg and chips, fried potatoes & veg, yak cheese pizza, apple pie, porridge, muesli, toast etc. Meat is not recommended above Namche. Typical costs were from 200 rupees per dish at lower levels, rising to 400 rupees per dish as you get higher up the mountain. Tea, lemon tea, coffee, hot chocolate etc are 50 to 150 rupees as you get higher. No stomach issues for the entire trip (until the food on the Jet Airways flight home).
Boiled drinking water you pay for - 100 rupees to 300 rupees per litre. We used chlorine tablets too just in case (why take the chance?). Top tip - take at least one non-insulated water bottle that can cope with near boiling water, get a refill in the evening, pop it in a sock and use it as a hot water bottle in your sleeping bag (and it will still be warm in the morning and ready for drinking/teeth cleaning).
Small shops are numerous along route, and you can buy bottled water, bottles of coke, mars bars etc. A little pricey but not stupid money. Note however that bottled drinks (including water) are not recommended unless you are prepared to carry your empties off the mountain as there are no waste management or recycling facilities. If it can't be burnt and it isn't biodegradable, take it home with you. Boiled water is a much better option, it's safe, environmentally sound and you can buy it each day from your tea house or lunch stop.
Showers: Some of the tea houses had gas showers (I can't comment on the health and safety issues of a gas bottle in the shower room with you or the quality of ventilation), so I showered twice. It was clean and the water was lovely and hot, but once you step out of the shower it's freezing so try and shower while the sun is still up (same rule applies to use of wet wipes and getting changed for the evening). Once the sun sets its very cold. Cost was usually 350 - 450 rupees, and yes it's worth it at least once if not least to lift the spirits. If you don't want or can't find a good shower, then a couple of packs of biodegradable baby wipes should see you through.
Packing: the main highlights of my kit list were as follows:-
4-season sleeping bag (Vango Nitestar 450)
Thermal Underwear - 1 pair for sleeping in and for walking on the higher/colder days
Merino Long Sleeved t-shirts x 2 (merino wool is warm, wicking and anti-smell)
Technical short sleeved t-shirts x 3
Micro Fleece
Polar Fleece
Duvet Jacket (optional, but I tend to get cold. Keep it light weight and packable - mine is Montane).
Walking trousers - 2
Waterproof jacket (with vents & not insulated so it worked on warm wet days, but also fitted over my duvet jacket or polar fleece. I used White Rock)
Waterproof over-trousers (I used a ÂŁ5 kag-in-a-bag pair on an internet special from the army surplus store - and they were wicking even at that price)
Neck Gaiter (material, not fleece, so you can use it to keep dust out of your lungs on trail. I used Comfy 3 for ÂŁ11 on the internet)
Sun hat
Warm hat
windproof fleece gloves
Warm gloves (I used ski gloves)
Head-torch + spare (keep one in your rucksack at all times on the off chance you end up walking past sunset)
Sunglasses (I used ordinary wrap around, & not mountain sunglasses)
Walking boots (well worn in)
Soft Trainers (for evenings and if the boot blisters get too bad)
Small travel towel
Socks and underwear (incl. 2 pairs of 4-season socks for the higher days. 1 pair of lining socks was also essential for me).
High factor sun tan lotion
Washbag - loo roll, biodegradable wet wipes, travel sized biodegradable shower gel or soap in case you find a shower, hand sanitiser, toothbrush and toothpaste, deodorant, travel sized talc (use on your feet every morning as my top tip to help fight blisters).
Weight limit was 12kg on the mountain (for the flight and for the porters), so there wasn't room for much more than that, but I found it left me with enough stuff to layer up and have a couple of changes of clothes.
So my final advice - the golden rules to avoid altitude sickness - take it slow and steady, use your own pace, and drink loads of water. It's not a race, despite what the rest of your group or your guide may think, and there's no prizes for getting to your tea house first. Take occasional breaks to get your breath, enjoy the views, take your photos, have some chocolate and drink your water. If your group wants to dash ahead and not leave time for water breaks or a 5-minute sit down, then force your own stops. Besides, you'll generally be at your tea house by mid afternoon so what exactly were you planning to do for the rest of the day anyway?
Written December 23, 2011
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Ismail M
3 contributions
Mar 2018 • Solo
I did the everest base camp trek last month, On the way back from the camp I lost consciousness suddenly and got severe seizures likely I was quickly evacuated by a Helicopter from Namche to Kathamndu, I was diagnosed with High Altitude Cerebral Edema (HACE) the fatal form of Altitude sickness unfortunately the seizures broke 5 of my vertebrae and dislocated my right arm, I was hospitalized in ICU in Nepal for 10 days had to fly by stretcher back home in which I did an operation and I am now 3 month off work undergoing rehab...BE CAREFUL from altitude sickness this is not just headache and fatigue this can progress to something really fatal, most of trekking companies won't tell you how risky this trip can be, they will never reveal much information about altitude sickness in order not to scare you! my advise READ about altitude sickness, consult your doctor and do your own research, and if you already there & dont feel well STOP ascending rest where you are or even discuss your symptoms with your guide for possibility of descending or even evacuation before it is too late! My mistake was the trek company told us the guide will evacuate you if necessary but he only did when it was too late, Two days before this happened my guide noticed that I have AMS but he didn't take any action to evacuate me if I was evacuated immediately it would have never progressed to this, Read a lot about the risks of AMS and how you can reduce it and if you got it what you should do! Also you have to know that the trip is very challenging very poor hygiene facilities in terms of toilets, accommodation, you will sleep under negative zero conditions because guest houses dont have proper heating facilities, anyway good luck if you decided to go for it, hope this review saves lives!
Written April 24, 2018
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Why is there snow on top of the mountain if it’s in South Asia???? Did the government make this mountain to hide something????
Written November 28, 2020
Hi there,
Would it be possible to know if there are any official private guides available mid May for a small group to do everest base camp please?
Thanks
Reena
Written February 16, 2020
anyone want to go Nepal for do adventure ?
Written December 19, 2019
If you want to visit 2020 everest base camp text question plz ..
Written November 23, 2019
Hiking to Base Camp with my 12 year o
ld son at end of October. Have read an awful lot or horror stories about Altitude Sickness which have made m extremely nervous. Aside from staying dehydrated with at least 3-4L of water per day; walking very slowly; taking Diamox & Ibuprofen before, during and after the trek; is there anything else to help avoid it, please?
Written August 20, 2019
Trekking on the Himalaya you have to consider about previsions of altitude sickness. You must to drink hot water in the morning and evening to avoid hypothermia. You should drink 3L water every day during the trek (better to drink before 4 pm ). You should have changed your walking inner cloths avoid pneumonia. Walking slowly way up and rest on every 100m up. Every day overnight not gain 400m altitude. And every 1000m you must have to overnight 1 day more rest. Even more important thing to do a day hike height gain 200m elevation than your overnight lodge altitude. If you are able to do such thing you avoid taking any kinds of altitude medication.
Written September 22, 2019
Hello all, in April this year l lost an SD camera memory card on the Mt Everest base camp trek. I know it’s a needle in a haystack possibility but if you have happened to find one please contact me by responding to this message, thanks sue
Written June 1, 2019
Impossible task. So many sq meters to look not even including hiking trails
Written June 6, 2019
anyone want to go everest base camp trek??
Written May 28, 2019
Hello there, im booked with Intrepid for April 2020 so its reassuring to hear that.
Jim
Written November 15, 2019
Hi
I am visiting nepal on June. Will be visiting Kathmandu, Pokhara and Nagarkot. Would like to know if there is any place where I can view mount everest without Hiking or anything like this. I do know that we can view from far from Nagarkot. But if we want to get closer, is there any place? Please suggest. Thanks
Written May 2, 2019
The view from Nagarkot is weather-dependent, so, I would want to ensure a view. A fly-by is a good way to go about it, or a helicopter trip is also an option, both expensive, but, amazing views. A shorter trek would be Pikey Peak, which Sir Edmund Hilary declared is the best view of Everest. I suppose it also depends on your budget.
Written May 6, 2019
How much better is the view of Everest from Kala Pathar compared to say Tangboche, Kumjung village or the Everest view hotel?... ie; if EBC is not a priority, is Kala Pathar worth the extra trek ?
Written March 13, 2019
Hi David, it is much better to have excellent views of Everset from Kalapattar than Tengboche, Khumjung or Everest view hotel. It is worth taking Kalapattar.
Written March 18, 2019
Hi , we are doing the trek in June, can't wait.Do you have the contact info for your private guide. Did you get them in Lukla or KTM? Can you provide the list of Tea Houses you Liked / stayed in. Thank you, great review.
Written March 5, 2019
Yes, I can guide you in Kathmandu! Do not hesitate to ask through this forum. We love to be your assistance even if it is so small matter.
Written March 18, 2019
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