The Everest Trekking Region
The Everest region trekking has welcomed trekkers, adventurers, mountaineers, peak climbers, nature lovers, families, friends, and school /college groups, to all types of travelers to our varied destinations around Everest Trek in Khumbu, which is majority inhabited by Sherpa families and the house of snow.
Local Names:
Everest is known by several local names, including “Sagarmatha” in Nepali and “Chomolungma” in Sherpa and Tibetan, both of which mean "Great Mother." Mount Everest stands at an elevation of 8,848 meters (29,028 feet), though some recent measurements claim it to be 8,850 meters (29,035 feet). The mountain straddles the border between Nepal and Tibet, with the Nepal side referred to as the South Col and the Tibet side known as the North Col.
First-Time Everest Summit:
Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay first reached the summit of Mount Everest on May 29, 1953. Since then, the Everest region has gained significant popularity, attracting trekkers, explorers, mountaineers, and expeditions seeking adventure and the legendary Yeti.
Everest Trekking:
Everest Trekking takes place in Sagarmatha National Park, which covers an area of 1,148 square kilometers. This park is located northeast of Kathmandu in the Khumbu region of Nepal and is home to the world's highest peak, Mount Sagarmatha (Everest), as well as several other well-known mountains, including Lhotse, Nuptse, Cho Oyo, Pumori, Ama Dablam, Thamserku, Kwangde, Khangtega, and Gyachung Kang. The park was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979.
Flora and Fauna in Everest Trekking:
In addition to towering mountains, the Everest area features beautiful forests of fir, juniper, birch, and rhododendron, as well as scrub and alpine plant communities. The rhododendrons bloom spectacularly in spring (April and May), while other flora is most vibrant during the monsoon season (June to August).
Wild Animals:
Wildlife commonly seen in the park includes Himalayan tahr, goral, serow, and musk deer. Although snow leopards and Himalayan black bears inhabit the area, they are rarely sighted. Other mammals you might encounter include weasels, martens, Himalayan pika, jackals, and languor monkeys.
Culture and Community:
The Everest Trekking region is home to ancient monasteries, such as Tengboche Gompa, where local villagers celebrate Buddhist festivals. The area is primarily populated by the Sherpa community, whose lives are deeply interwoven with Buddhist culture. Key settlements include Namche Bazaar, Khumjung, Khunde, Thame, Thyangboche, Pangboche, and Phortse. Traditionally, the Sherpa economy relied heavily on trade and livestock herding. However, with the rise of international mountaineering expeditions since the 1950s and an influx of foreign trekkers, the Sherpa economy has increasingly become dependent on tourism.
Nepal Spirit Adventure offers a variety of trips around the Khumbu and Everest Trek region, ranging from soft-moderate to challenging treks and climbs. Our trips include the classic trail from Jiri to Everest, and most treks and climbs begin and end with a flight to and from Lukla, which features a unique and fascinating airstrip. We invite you to explore our extensive range of trekking packages tailored to your interests and preferences.
