What To Expect In Your Mount Everest Expedition

By Alta Alexander


You might be wondering how you can get to the highest mountain in the world with 8844 meters above sea level. It is place covered with snow all year round from 6000 meters and above. It is a sacred place for the Nepalese and Tibetans. In this article, we want to look at how to prepare for Mount Everest Expedition adequately to get the best out of the journey.

Mountaineers consider this place a holy grail, and many of them desire to climb to the top. It is advisable to do acclimatization and training before you embark on this journey. However, not everyone who visits this place climb the mountain. Some people only come to see the magnificence. There are plenty of things to see if you want to visit this place and not climb the mountain.

There is a cluster of towns in Shigatse valley where visitors can get their basic needs. It is important to carry warm clothes, hiking shoes, a camera, and rainproof coats. If you want to camp, you should not forget camping gear and bag that contains foods. You will visit the Monastery and base camps to take videos and pictures to remember the auspicious moments.

People who desire to see the Himalayas and Mount Everest from the aerial view should book flights that fly people over the mountains. The flight option offers the advantage of seeing the top from the comfort of your seat. When you decide to use Shigatse valley, you will see colorful markets, natural hot springs, and ancient ruins. It is also through Shigatse valley that you can access the Base Camp and Rongbuk Monastery.

From the valley, the Rongbuk Monastery is 48 miles and the distance might not be short but it is less strenuous compared to going up the mountain. At Shigatse valley, there are tour guides that will guide you through the journey to Monastery at a small fee. At the valley, you are now at a vantage point to take photos of Mount Everest. There is also accommodation in the nearby hotels where you can spend the night.

From the monastery, you can proceed six miles to base camp. Base camp is 17000 above sea level and would not be suitable for those with altitude sickness. Mountaineers consider base camp the starting point of climbing the mountain.

The mountain being an icon in the world it receives many visitors who want to conquer its highest peak and others come to admire the magnificence and beauty. It is located on the border of China, Tibet and Nepal and very suitable for fit and acclimatized adventurers.

The area is suitable for photography, hiking, camping and mountain climbing. On the northern slope is China and on the southern slope is Nepal. It is always cold with temperatures below Zero throughout the year, but there are strong winds that make it even more freezing for visitors.




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