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Trek to Everest Base Camp, EBC Trekking Blog, Adventure

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Trekking to  Everest Base Camp (EBC)  is a dream adventure for many outdoor enthusiasts and travelers. Located at an altitude of  5,364 meters (17,598 feet),  Everest Base Camp offers breathtaking views of the world’s highest peak,  Mount Everest (8,848 meters/29,029 feet) . This guide provides everything you need to know about planning, preparing, and successfully completing your trek to  Everest Base Camp . 1. Understanding the Everest Base Camp Trek Overview of the Trek Duration:  12-14 days (including acclimatization days) Starting Point:  Lukla (2,860m / 9,383ft) Highest Elevation:  Kala Patthar (5,545m / 18,192ft) Total Distance:  ~130 km (80 miles) round trip Difficulty:  Moderate to challenging Best Seasons:  Spring (March-May) & Autumn (September-November) Why Trek to Everest Base Camp? Experience the stunning Himalayan landscapes. Explore Sherpa culture and visit histor...

Nepal Exotic Tour Nepal

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  The Nepal Exotic Tour offers an immersive experience blending culture, wildlife safaris , and the natural beauty of Nepal. This 13-day tour takes you through some of Nepal's most significant cultural landmarks, exciting wildlife encounters, and breathtaking natural vistas, promising a rich and diverse adventure. A Cultural and Natural Adventure Cultural Exploration The Nepal Exotic Tour is designed to give visitors a comprehensive taste of the country's rich cultural heritage. The journey begins in the Kathmandu Valley , home to ancient Hindu temples, Buddhist monasteries, and historic durbar squares. You will visit iconic sites such as Pashupatinath Temple , Boudhanath Stupa, and Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple), each offering a glimpse into Nepal's spiritual and architectural grandeur. Natural Beauty in Pokhara Pokhara , known for its serene lakes and stunning mountain views, is a highlight of this tour. The tour includes a visit to the beautiful Phewa L...

Gokyo Valley in Everest Region

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Gokyo valley consists of small villages nestled in the Himalaya where most of the houses are tea- houses catering to the trekkers with necessary services. Popular for its views, one of the eight-thousanders, Cho Oyu is seen towards the north from Gokyo along with the spectacular panoramic view of other eight- thousanders extending from Everest, Lhotse all the way to Makalu. There are many great views all around the valley, but one can venture up to the summit of Gokyo Ri situated at an altitude of 5,357 m to get an all-round spectacular view of the peaks and the pristine Gokyo lakes. The holy Gokyo lakes are of religious significance to the Hindus and Buddhists. These lakes also provide refuge to the migratory birds on their trans- Himalayan migration, twice annually. Apart from this, Gokyo is also renowned for being the world’s highest altitude ice skating range and a part of  Ramsar sites . In Nepal, different category visitors and trekkers comes here and doing their own...