The largest gompa in the Everest region, set on a saddle with Ama Dablam behind it. What to know before you visit.
Namche Bazaar: Acclimatising in the Sherpa Capital
Everyone stops at Namche, and everyone should. What to do with your acclimatisation day in the Khumbu’s trading hub.
Kala Patthar vs Everest Base Camp: Which View Wins?
Base Camp is the destination everyone names, but you cannot actually see Everest from it. Here is what each viewpoint gives you.
Helicopter to Everest Base Camp: Is It Worth It?
A morning flight to Base Camp and Kala Patthar, breakfast at 3,860 m, back in Kathmandu by lunch. Who it is really for.
Everest Panorama Trek: Himalayan Views in One Week
Short on time or unsure about high altitude? This week-long trek delivers the Khumbu’s best views without going above 3,900 m.
Ama Dablam Base Camp: Nepal’s Most Beautiful Trek?
A short, spectacular detour from the Everest trail to the foot of the mountain many climbers consider the finest in the world.
How Technology Is Transforming the Tour and Travel Industry
The tour and travel industry has changed significantly with the growth of digital technology. Travelers today search for destinations online, compare travel packages, check reviews, explore itineraries, and contact travel agencies from their smartphones. For tour and travel agencies, having […]
Everest Three High Passes Trek: What to Expect
Renjo La, Cho La and Kongma La in one circuit – the most complete trek in the Khumbu, and the most demanding.
Gokyo Lakes and Cho La Pass: A Better Way to Base Camp?
Turquoise lakes, a high pass and a summit view that rivals Kala Patthar – why many guides prefer the Gokyo route.
Everest Base Camp Without the Lukla Flight: The Jiri Route
Nervous about the Lukla flight? The classic Jiri approach walks in from the road head, exactly as the first expeditions did.