Trek Everest Base camp and Gokyo Peak
Everest region, which is also called Khumbu region, offers a glimpse of the lifestyle and culture of the world-renowned mountain race Sherpas. In addition to experiencing the Buddhist Sherpa culture, you can get a proximate view of Everest (8848m) and other mountains of the Khumbu range. The word ‘Khumbu’ means mountains in Sherpa language. Indeed, trekkers will be trekking parallel to the mountain ranges from a close proximity throughout Everest trek.
From the vantage point of 'Pike Peak', trekkers can observe a breathtaking view of several mountains like Lhotse (8511m), Nuptse (7864m), Cho-Oyu (8201m), Makalu (8475m), among others. From this viewpoint, you can also get a bird's eye view of the Sherpa towns, and a trail of trekkers ascending towards their destination of Everest Camp Base, Khumjung or Thame.
Virtually all Holiday planners and tourism surveyors have described the Everest region as one of the best travel destinations of the world.
