If you’re planning a trek to Everest Base Camp, you’ll need to plan a bit in advance. You’ll be spending quite a few days above the tree line in a remote National Park. As such, it is essential that you are well prepared and efficient in what items you decide to bring along. That is […]
If you read the title of this article, you may be rightfully wondering “what on Earth is a visit from the fay”? My friend and I began using this phrase to describe the random encounters you have with random people that fundamentally change your life. It may even seem as though fate put them right […]
Trekking to Everest Base Camp was one of the greatest experiences of my entire life. And it was also one of the most difficult challenges I have ever embarked on. The 13 days spent up in the mountains were full of laughter, tears, and perseverance. I kept a journal to document my experiences up on […]
Heading out on your Everest adventure, but not entirely sure about what to expect or where to begin? This Everest Base Camp Trek itinerary will detail everything you need to know before you embark on your 12-day adventure! Day 0: Kathmandu Starting Altitude: 1400m (4,593 ft) Ending Altitude: 1400m (4,593 ft) Trek time: 0 hrs […]
Embarking on a trek to Everest Base Camp? If so, you’re probably wondering what you are possibly going to eat for the 12-day journey. Because, let me tell ya, after clocking in 8-12 hour hiking days, you’re going to be hungry. The good news? Nepalese food has some of the very best flavors in the […]
While the Everest Base Camp adventure is extremely safe, the main danger is altitude. The Everest Base Camp elevation is staggeringly high. Base Camp trekkers spend a significant portion of the trek above 500meters, which opens up opportunities for acute mountain sickness (AMS) and other dangerous conditions. The key to a successful trek is taking […]
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