Sagarmatha National Park,Nepal

• Mount Everest (Sagarmatha) viewpoints
• Everest Base Camp (EBC)
• Tengboche Monastery
• Khumbu Glacier and its icefalls
• Namche Bazaar (gateway Sherpa town)
• Gokyo Lakes (nearby high-altitude lakes)
• Sherpa villages (Namche, Khumjung, Dingboche)

• Home to the highest peaks on Earth, dramatic alpine and glacial landscapes
• Distinct vertical ecological zones from temperate forests to alpine tundra
• Rich Sherpa culture and Buddhist monasteries (notably Tengboche)
• Diverse high-altitude wildlife (Himalayan tahr, musk deer, snow leopard habitat, various raptors)
• Panoramic viewpoints for sunrise/sunset on Everest and surrounding peaks

• Trekking (classic routes to Everest Base Camp and Gokyo Valley)
• Mountaineering and guided climbs
• Cultural visits to monasteries and Sherpa settlements
• Wildlife and birdwatching
• Photography of high-altitude landscapes and sunrise/sunset vistas

Pre-monsoon (March–May) and post-monsoon (September–November) are the best seasons for trekking and clear mountain views. Winters (December–February) are very cold and some trails may be snowbound; summer monsoon (June–August) brings heavy precipitation and cloud cover.

Alpine climate with large daily temperature swings. Lower elevations (villages) can be cool; higher camps and passes are cold, often below freezing at night. Weather can change rapidly — expect wind, snow at higher altitudes, and strong UV radiation during sunny days.

Visitors must obtain a Sagarmatha National Park entry permit and a TIMS (Trekkers' Information Management System) card; fees and permit rules are set by Nepal authorities and change periodically—check official sources or your trekking agency before travel. The park is effectively accessible year-round, though practical access depends on weather and seasonal trail conditions.

Primary access: fly Kathmandu → Lukla (Tenzing-Hillary Airport), then trek into the Khumbu region. Alternative: long overland routes to Jiri (less common). Trekking routes connect Namche Bazaar and onward to Tengboche, Dingboche, Gorak Shep, and Everest Base Camp. Nearest major international airport: Tribhuvan International Airport (Kathmandu).

A typical trek to Everest Base Camp requires 10–14 days from Lukla with proper acclimatization; allow extra days for flights, acclimatization, and weather delays. Shorter treks to Tengboche or Namche can be done in 4–7 days.

Layered clothing (base layer, insulating fleece/down jacket, waterproof shell), warm hat and gloves, sturdy waterproof trekking boots, sun protection (sunglasses, high-SPF sunscreen), trekking poles, and a high-quality sleeping bag rated for sub-zero temperatures.

Try local Sherpa and Tibetan-influenced dishes: dal bhat, momos, and yak-based dishes; drink yak butter tea for cultural experience. Souvenirs include handmade prayer flags, thangka paintings, woolen garments, and locally crafted jewelry.