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. Fully
researched after the devastating earthquake of 2015, 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 two treks
approaching Everest from Tibet - Tingri to Rongbuk Everest Base Camp and
from Kharta to the Kangshung Face.
The guidebook 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.