Highlights of the Everest Base Camp trekking

Everest Base Camp Trekking is one of the best treks in Nepal. The Everest trekking area is situated in the Everest region, part of the Mahalangur Himalaya Range. This admirable journey towards the highest peak of the world has flourished the name & fame of the Khumbu region. This Everest Base Camp trekking is one of the adventures most tourists visit in Nepal. Every year, thousands of tourists visit this beauty of the Khumbu region. EBC trekking gives the scenic view of several mountain peaks. Likewise, it offers the pristine view of Mt. Everest (8,848m), Mt. Lhotse (8,516m), Mt. Nuptse (7,855m), Mt. Ama Dablam (6,812m), Mt. Kangtenga (6,782m), Mt. Thamserku (6,623m), Mt. Kwangde (6,011m), & Mt. Kusum Kanguru (6,373m).

Mount Everest Massif, dazzling beauty of the Khumbu region, has enhanced the popularity of this trek. Likewise, some of the major attractions are Khumbu Glacier (16,100ft) and Khumbu Icefall (5,86m). The divine culture of upper Himalayas, rocky landscape, has admired the adorable beauty of the region. Mainly, Sherpa people live in the upper Khumbu region. Most of them are engaged in business, mountaineering, herb collection, & cattle rearing.

Consequently, the typical lifestyle, their pattern of following customs & traditions has shown the Sherpa culture. As an entrance to the route of Everest Base Camp, we can see the very popular 'Tengboche Monastery'. The Tengboche Monastery is a key point to attract the minds of people. During the observation of this monastery, we can see gorgeous Buddhist & Tibetan art & architecture. Listening to the stories of villagers & visiting several shepherds' huts gives the feeling of being a villager. For these reasons, EBC trekking is famous among tourists worldwide.

Main Highlights of EBC Trek

• EBC Trek takes you to the highest peak of the world, Mt. Everest (8,848m).
• Rewarding breathtaking views of Mt. Everest (8,848m), Lhotse (8,516m), Nuptse (7,861m) & Pumori (7,161m).
• Admire the beauty of Kalapatthar along with the 360° view of the highest peaks & many more.
• View amazing landscapes, suspension bridges, Kala Patthar, and the base camp of Mount Everest.
• Adorable beauty of Khumjung village & Sherpa culture.
• Dramatic views of the Khumbu region with breathtaking Khumbu glaciers & icefalls.
• Explore the Hillary museum, different high passes trek, and majestic views of Mount Everest.
• Visit the amazing Sagarmatha National Park, exploring the wilderness with a vast range of flora & fauna.
• Primitive highlights of the Hillary Museum & Sherpa Capital Namche Bazaar.
• Exploring the amazing 3 passes like Renjo-la pass, Cho-la pass.

Above sweeping highlights of the EBC Trek lead to halfway up Mt. Everest. Along with the breathtaking view of various mountains on the EBC tour, you can witness Sherpa’s capital, Namche Bazaar. The touristic economy & cultural diversity can be seen here. The adorable beauty of Khumjung village & Sherpa villagers adds glimpses of the region's charm.

Moreover, Everest Base Camp itself is a keyword for thousands of climbers. Hearing Sagarmatha (Mt. Everest) brings enchantment & enthusiasm among the visitors. The actionable journey of the EBC trip to the breathtaking mountain peaks is full of excitement. It always becomes an idea to have acknowledgment of the history & geography of the EBC trek.

Similarly, while visiting Kalpatthar, you can see the enchanting sunrise views of Mt. Everest and the surrounding peaks. Kalapatthar, meaning black rock, stands at an impressive altitude of 5,555 m. The EBC trek is one of the most popular & demanding routes & a famous hill station. It can be a great opportunity to explore the beauty of the world's tallest mountains & peaks of more than 8,000m. From these famous hill stations, almost all mountain peaks can be seen very clearly. Likewise, Makalu (8,481m), Mt. Everest (8,848m), Nuptse (7,861m), Lhotse (8,516m), Ama Dablam (6,812m), Mt. Cho Oyu (8,201m).

On the way to the Everest tour, you will cross the gateway to Everest, 'Namche Bazaar'. Namche Bazaar is the main entry point for the Everest trip. Namche is the commercial & economic hub for the Khumbu people. An extra night in Namche can be best to admire the adorable beauty of the amazing landscapes. Namche Bazaar, the Sherpa capital, sells goods & exports items to the trekkers. They use donkeys and porters for transporting food, materials & carriers. This area is primarily a Sherpa resident area. Moreover, we can see Sherpa & Buddhist culture, mostly influenced by Tibetans. Accommodation in the area, next to the amazing landscape of Namche, gives the perfect experience of the Everest trip. The Khumbu glacier & Khumbu icefalls on the lap of gorgeous Mt. Everest offer dramatic views. Khumbu glaciers, located in the northeastern part of Mt. Everest, are the highest glaciers in the world.

Meanwhile, at the entrance of the Khumbu region, we can see Tengboche Monastery. This monastery is one of the oldest leading monasteries of Buddhist culture. It is beautifully surrounded by gorgeous rhododendrons & pines, offering splendid views of Mt. Ama Dablam, Lhotse & Everest. The sacred Tibetan Buddhist monastery is famous for its religious rites & activities. Every year, according to the Tibetan lunar calendar (October - November), the Mani Rimdu festival is celebrated here. Moreover, the Everest trip is unique while passing through Sagarmatha National Park. The traditional retirement with 19 days of celebration reflects the victory of Buddhism over 'Bon'. Many trekkers book this trip to take part in this festival. Therefore, a huge festival with the ceremony of peace & empowerment has enhanced the glory of the Tengboche monastery.

Conclusion

You can see Mount Everest and its neighboring peaks during the EBC trek. Alpine forests, Sagarmatha National Park, and experiencing Sherpa culture on the trail are highlights. Finally, enchanting sunrises and sunsets over the mountains, Khumbu icefalls are key parts of the Everest Base Camp trek.