An epitome of all mountain trekking adventures is the Everest region of Nepal. In fact, the region can dwarf any trekking regions of the world. The presence of the world’s tallest mountain Mt. Everest (8848.86 m) has made this region the dream destination for many travelers across the globe. Nepal High Trek is one of the leading trekking agency that operates trekking trips in Nepal. Most of the trekking crew members of Nepal High Trek are experts with more than a decade long experience in the field of Nepal Trekking.

Moreover, we always hire people who are well educated and understand the root of the region. In order to lead trekking activities inside Khumbu (Everest) you must know about various technical aspects related to high altitude trekking and cultural immersion. We ensure that all the trekking trips listed under the region offer quintessential and serene as well as Himalayan wilderness. Interestingly, all our trekking trips inside the region are competitively priced and offers great hospitality. Check out all the trips and choose according to your preference.

You can customize the trekking trip with us. Our travel planners can help you knit the personalized trekking trips tailor made according to your preferences.

The home of Sherpa People is Khumbu Everest

Sherpa people are the indigenous community of Nepal who are known for their mountaineering intrepidity. These people are pillar of mountaineering in Nepal. Almost every expedition and peak climbing activities are not possible without the help of Sherpa people. There are countless records and legends in the name of Sherpa in the field of mountaineering. In fact, these people are legends of mountains. Khumbu or internationally known as the Everest region of Nepal is the home of Sherpa people. Solukhumbu district of Nepal is divided into two parts. They are Solu and Khumbu. Solu region is home of different castes of people like Rai, Brahmins, Chhetris, and Dalits. Khumbu region of Nepal is home of Sherpa people.

Famous villages of the Sherpa people are Lukla, Namche Bazaar, Thame, Phortse, Gokyo, Khumjung, Khunde, Pangboche, and Dingboche. These people follow Buddhism and Bon Po religion. They have their own language and traditions. There are many monasteries inside the region and these monasteries holds biggest festivals of Sherpa people. Major festivals of the these people are Mani Rimdu and Dumji. Please contact our travel planners to know the exact dates of these festivals and you can book the trek during this time of the year.

Mountains of Khumbu Nepal

Khumbu region of Nepal is home of mountains. It is probably the most iconic trekking region of Nepal where you can get a vista of more than 2 dozen mountains in one single trip. The region boasts three mountains listed under the top ten mountains of the world including the world’s tallest mountain Mt. Everest. Almost every trekking trips inside the region starts from Lukla. The mountains seen from start to the end of the trip are iconic in its own regard. Mountains of Khumbu region of Nepal are Kwangde, Kusum Kangaru, Thamserku, Amadablam, Lhotse, Nuptse, Everest, Choyou, Pumori, Lobuche, Cholatse, Tabuche, Island, etc.

Iconic places of the Everest region

While doing trekking inside the region there are many places which you must not skip. These places are nerve center of Everest region trekking activities.

Here is the list of the iconic places of Khumbu:

 Lukla Airport

The Tenzing Hillary Airport also known as the Lukla Airport is the world’s most extreme airport. The geographical terrain, short runway, and unpredictable weather conditions make this airport as the most challenging airport of the world. There is no chance of overshoot or undershoot while landing and flying to or from the airport. Lukla flight is the first activity to almost all trekking activities inside the region. Nowadays, the construction of road up to Lukla is going on. Therefore, in future you may not have to do flights instead you can reach Lukla via road too.

Namche Bazaar & Everest View Hotel

The most iconic place of the region is Namche Bazaar. The town is the nerve center and major marketplace of Khumbu! There are countless tea houses, resorts, eateries, souvenir shops, banks, cafes, monasteries, temples, and museum in the town. Therefore, trekkers can do plethora of activities while staying inside the town. Moreover, the town is the place where trekkers spend at least 2 to 3 nights during the Everest trek. The first acclimatization is done in this town.

Everest View Hotel (3880 m) is the popular destination where trekkers go during the first acclimatization activity. Take a sip of coffee and enjoy the majestic view of mountains like Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Amadablam, and Tabuche.

Khumjung, Khunde, Thame, Pangboche & Phortse Village Information

These four villages are the major densely populated Sherpa Villages of the region. Khumjung village has iconic monastery where you can spot the rare scalp of the mythical mountain creature Yeti. Almost every villages has at least one Everest Summit Sherpa in each household. Trekkers doing trekking inside the region can know the authentic lifestyle and stories of these people in their own courtyard.

Khumjung and Khunde are major Sherpa village as these villages have schools, museum, monasteries, and large dense population of Sherpa people. Villages like Pangboche and Phortse provide insights of authentic high altitude mountain lifestyles. Thame village is known as the village of records. In fact, lots of legendary Everest climbers are from the village. This village is located in the off the beaten location of Khumbu only accessible during the Three High Passes Trek in Nepal.

Everest Base Camp (5364 m)

The base camp of the world’s tallest mountain Mt. Everest is one of the major iconic places of Khumbu. At an altitude of 5364 m, the base camp is a dream destination to travelers from across the globe. It is pure joy to reach the foothill of Mt. Everest and knit the momentous travel tale which you can share with generations proudly. Check out our Everest Base Camp Trek package for more information. Nepal High Trek proudly states that we have the most reasonable price for this trek and interestingly we operate trekking activities with great services and impeccable Nepalese style hospitality. In 2025 we can get to the base camp of Everest by Road but the holiday length would be a quite long than without both way flight of Lukla.

Besides these four iconic places, there are equally important places inside the region. Sagarmatha National Park, Dingboche, Gokyo Valley, Chhukung, Kong Ma la Pass, Chola Pass, Renjo La Pass, and Pheriche are also iconic places of the Everest region!

Trekking Routes of the Everest Region

As mentioned above, the Everest region of Nepal is heaven for any kinds of high altitude mountain trekking trips. There are many short to long trekking routes where you can relish wilderness adventure and get the enticing vistas of mountains.

Some of the famous trekking routes of Everest are as follows with short description. All these packages are present under this region which you can surf through. Once you surf through all our packages you can directly contact travel planners of Nepal High Trek. We will personally knit the itinerary according to your demands and preferences.

Everest Base Camp Trek

Reach the base camp of Mt. Everest sumptuously and leave your footprints! The journey requires at least 12 days itinerary and it is the most popular trekking trip to do in Nepal. Everest Base Camp Trek is the epitome of all the trekking trips of the world.

Three High Passes Trek

An ideal trekking route for adventure lovers is the Everest Three High Passes Trek. It consists of Everest Base Camp Hike as well as crossing of three amazing high altitude passes of Nepal. These passes are Chola Pass, Kong Ma La Pass, and Renjo La Pass.

Gokyo Lake Trek

Embark on the journey that leads you to the fairyland like place where you can spend quality time on the shores of blue turquoise Himalayan lake. Visit the iconic five lakes of Gokyo and also relish the chance to witness the gorgeous scenery of top mountains of the world. The Gokyo Trek is a premium adventure in the Everest region.

Besides these mountains, there are many trekking routes where trekkers can trek. A Plethora of trekking options are available for trekkers to enjoy the majestic trekking journey in the region. Everest View Trek, EBC Chola Pass Trek, Everest Heli Trek, and Amadablam Base Camp Trek are also popular trekking trips to do inside the region.

Peak Climbing in Everest

An expedition is the most hardest climbing activity to do! However, there are many trekking peaks inside the region where you can do adventurous peak climbing activities. These trekking peaks are ideal for both seasoned climbers as well as beginners. Island Peak Climbing, Lobuche Peak Climbing, and Mera Peak Climbing are the major peaks of the region. This shows that you can do lots of other activities inside region besides trekking. Doing an expedition of Everest, Lhotse, Amadablam, and Choyou is not only climbing activity but you can indulge yourself to spend quality holiday inside the region in many ways.

Nepal High Trek urges people across the globe to contact our travel planners to discuss about their trip to the Everest region of Nepal. Make sure that you send your preferences and our travel planners can knit the package of your liking!