Everest Base Camp trek begins with an eye opening flight to Lukla at 2800 meters and passes through the picturesque Sherpa village of Namche Bazaar to Gorakshep culminating in the ascent of Kala Pattar (5500 m) from where
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Most of the trek is spent above altitudes of 3000 meters in the Khumbu and Imja valleys, whose skylines are dominated by the massive peaks of the Eastern Himalayas.
Although this is a short trek, by Nepal standards, there will be plenty of time to enjoy the culture of the Sherpas, visit ancient monasteries and learn how Lamaistic Buddhism influences Sherpa life. Stop at any of the numerous teahouses sip a glass of sweetened tea or Chang (millet beer) and get a taste of hospitality unique to the Sherpas.
Beautiful, multi-hued prayer flags prayer wheels and intricately carved Mani stones line every hilltop, rock wall and trailside singing prayers to the gods with every breeze and every passing traveler.
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A trekking in Everest region rewards with diverse flora and fauna, pristine lakes, rich Buddhist culture of the Sherpas, and secluded monasteries in high Himalaya. The Sherpas are famous mountaineers living in high villages of Everest region. Everest trekking is not only a great adventure but also a culturally rewarding experience and justifies its reputation.
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There are several guest houses and lodges till everest base camp.
you do not need to carry any tent and camping gears.
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Published on Sunday February 3th, 2008
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Mon, Feb 04 2008 - 07:48 PM
 by rangutan
| This would be great under 'travel tips' as it is now! Perhaps the travel report is not complete yet, 200 words is very short? |
Sun, Feb 03 2008 - 03:05 AM
by quikflikchiq
sounds like an advertisement !
if you are going to add in these types of reports - could we have a little more information on the experiences to be had ? |
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