Trekking In The Everest Region

Fully revised fifth edition of this practical guide with 60 detailed route maps covering not only the classic treks but also the wild routes:

Everest expedition route
Rolwaling
Trekking from Lukla    
Salpa-Arun
The Gokyo trek
High passes
Trekking peaks – including Mera and Island Peak

Information for all budgets and trekking styles

Ranging from lush terraced fields to the highest mountain on earth, the scenery is breath-taking. There are trekking possibilities to suit all budgets – from independent trekkers on a shoestring staying in simple lodges with Sherpa families to travelers on all-inclusive guided treks with every luxury provided.

Getting to Nepal from Europe, North America and Australasia
Kathmandu — trekking preparations and what to see
Where to stay and eat — Kathmandu and along the trails
Employing a guide or porter in Nepal
The environment —  how to minimize your impact on a fragile region and still take hot ‘green’ showers
Health and safety

Author: Jamie McGuinness

Publisher: Trailblazer

Released Date: 2009

ISBN: 9781873756997