Everest Region
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Everest/Solukhumbu Region is located in the eastern part of Nepal and is protected by the Sagarmatha National Park, established in 1976 with an area of 1148 square kilometers. The park was added to the list of World Heritage Site in 1979. Throughout in the Everest trekking region, trekkers are overwhelmed with views of unbelievable peaks, Buddhist monasteries, and friendly Sherpa villages. The Himalayan climate ensures some unique flora and fauna with many exotic animals. Barking deer, Musk deer, Impeyan pheasant (National bird of Nepal), Ravens, Crows, Snow pigeons, Snow leopards are the main attractions of the National Park. Perhaps some may even have a glance of the Yeti! The local people believe that the Pangboche Monastery actually has in its possession the real scalp of this Himalayan legend. Mount Everest, the highest mountain in the world, which is known in Nepal as "Sagarmatha" meaning “The Mother Goddess”, has been the greatest attraction for nature lovers and trekkers equally. Solukhumbu, the heartland of the Everest region and a vital part of the Himalayan mystique, thus provides a popular destination for these adventurers. The geography of the Everest trekking area covers, rugged rocky valleys, alpine forests and meadows, neat Sherpa Villages, Glaciers and icefalls. Everest trekking is arguably the most famous trekking route in the world, and this is a once in a lifetime opportunity to see some of the most breathtaking scenery imaginable. Solukhumbu Himalayan region is justifiably famous, not only for its proximity to the world's highest mountain (8848m.), but also for its Sherpa villages, wild animals and monasteries The primary goal of an Everest region trekking is the Everest base camp at an elevation of about 5340m. From Kalapathar 5545m you will see closed views of the Mt. Everest and other mountains such as Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Nuptse, Mt.Amadablam, Mt. Pumori, Mt. Thamserku, Mt.Kantega, Kwangde peak, etc.
The best time to visit the region is during autumn and spring when the days are warm and clear. The best way to reach the Sagarmatha National Park is to fly to Lukla from where the national park is only two days to trek away. Another option is to go via Jiri. Except for a few helicopter landing strips, most part of the National Park is inaccessible and can only be explored by walking.
Other Trekking Regions of Nepal
The best time to visit the region is during autumn and spring when the days are warm and clear. The best way to reach the Sagarmatha National Park is to fly to Lukla from where the national park is only two days to trek away. Another option is to go via Jiri. Except for a few helicopter landing strips, most part of the National Park is inaccessible and can only be explored by walking.
Trekking Programs of Everest Region
| Everest Base Camp Trek | Instant Everest Trek | Gokyo-Ri Trek |
| Kalapathar Gokyo Cho-La Pass Trek | Renjo-La Pass Gokyo Lake Trek |
| Everest Transverse - Three Passes Trek |
| Everest Base Camp Trek | Instant Everest Trek | Gokyo-Ri Trek |
| Kalapathar Gokyo Cho-La Pass Trek | Renjo-La Pass Gokyo Lake Trek |
| Everest Transverse - Three Passes Trek |
Other Trekking Regions of Nepal