Everest trekking is the most popular trekking among the trekkers since there are majestic mountains in the areas. The Everest region is located in the north-east in Nepal, is not only a famous destination for tourists in Nepal for its scenic views of the highest peak of the world -- Mt. Everest [8,848m]--but also other mountains stretched across as white shaped teeth. Besides, mountains, the region is well known for the loyal and friendliness of its inhabitants [The Sherpas].
Mt. Everest, the highest mountain in the world, is known as "Sagarmatha" [The goddess mother of the world) in Nepal. It has long been the greatest attraction for nature lovers and trekkers.
The Everest region is protected by the Sagarmatha National Park, established in 1976 covering an area of 1148 square kilometers. Throughout the trekking region, trekkers are overwhelmed with the views of unbelievable peaks, Buddhist monasteries, and friendly Sherpa villages. Similarly, the common wildlife in the park are -- Himalayan Tahr, Ghoral, Musk deer, Picks (mouse hare), weasel, jackal, and other rarely seen animals are Himalayan black beer, wolf, lynx, and snow leopard. There are over 118 species of birds inhabiting in the park, the common among them are the impeyan pheasant (Danphe), Blood pheasant, red-billed cough, yellow-billed cough, snow cock, snow peagon, Himalayan Griffion, and lammergeyer.
The geography of the Everest trekking area covers with the rugged rocky valleys, alpine forests and meadows, neat Sherpa Villages, Glaciers, and icefalls. The region is arguably the most famous trekking route in the world as there are the most breathtaking sceneries. The visitation at the lower elevation is dominated by pine and hemlock forest, while above 3500 meters the forest is dominated with silver fir, birch, rhododendron, and juniper trees. Growing barley and potatoes and raising yaks are some of the notable occupations. The majority of young people in the region are engaged as mountaineering and trekking guides in the season.
Everest region offers different spectacular trekking trail -- Everest base camp trekking, Kala-pattar trekking, Gokyo Ri Trekking, Gokyo Cho la pass trekking, Renjo la pass trekking, Everest high pass trekking, Everest view trekking, Everest panorama trekking, Everest comfort trekking, Jiri Everest base camp trekking, Everest base camp trekking, and Island peak climbing, Everest high pass trekking, Gokyo valley Tyangboche trekking, Mera peak climbing and Amphu Lepcha pass trekking, Everest balcony trekking among others. Trekking to Everest begins after flying to Lukla airport. Lukla flight is a scary flight and to one of the most dangerous airports. Trekkers also have option Trekking Everest without Lukla flight.
Nepal Highland Treks is the authorize and a locally registered trekking company in Nepal. We can offer you different trekking and tour program in the Everest region. Exploring Mount Everest is possible with any days from an hour to a month trip plan.
