Everest: A Trekker's Guide
Base Camp, Kala Patthar and other trekking routes in Nepal and Tibet
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Everest has an eternal appeal for mountain lovers and the classic trek to Everest Base Camp is high on the bucket-list of many trekkers. This guidebook covers the most popular route in the Khumbu Valley, from Lukla via Namche Bazaar and Gorakshep to Everest Base Camp and Kala Patthar, the best viewpoint for Everest. It also describes the classic route from Jiri to Lukla taken by Tenzing Norgay and Sir Edmund Hillary, as well as a trek north to Gokyo with its spectacular lakes and the peak of Gokyo Ri. Finally, the Three Passes Trek, also starting in Namche, links the region's major passes and valleys.
The guidebook includes suggestions for side trips and time spent in Namche Bazaar, Pangboche, Dingboche and Gokyo, as well as one trek approaching Everest from Tibet – from Kharta to the Kangshung Face.
It is packed with essential advice on trekking in the Himalayas, including planning and preparation, trekking formalities, health and acclimatisation, as well as notes on culture and the fascinating history of the region, making this a complete guide to exploring the area.
A guidebook to 6 multi-day treks in the Everest region of the Himalayas. Exploring the dramatic scenery of Nepal, the routes are suitable for trekkers with some experience.
Treks range from 19 to 91km (12–56 miles) and can be completed in 2–16 days. The routes include the classic Everest Base Camp trek from Lukla via Namche Bazaar and Gorak Shep, an ascent of Kala Patthar, the route from Jiri to Lukla taken by Tenzing Norgay and Sir Edmund Hillary, a trek north to Gokyo and the Three Passes Trek linking the region's major passes and valleys. A trek approaching Everest from Tibet, from Kharta to the Kangshung Face, is also included.
- Includes a range of possible itineraries for trekkers with different abilities
- Essential advice on trekking in the Himalayas, including planning and preparation, trekking formalities, health and acclimatisation
- Detailed information on lodges in the Everest region
- Suggestions for side trips and time spent in Namche Bazaar, Pangboche, Dingboche and Gokyo
- Notes on the culture and history of the region
Weight:
320 g
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EAN:
9781786311627
Pages:
320
Year of publication:
2023
Continent: Asia
State / Province: Tibet
Places / Mountains / Lakes: Everest Base Camp, Lukla, Namche Bazar, Gokyo, Kala Patthar, Tingri, Everest Base Camp (Tibet), Sanasa
Categories: Hiking Guides, Long Distance Hiking