Overview

There is nothing more spectacular than seeing the highest peak in the world up close in all of its splendor! Mt. Everest (8,848.86 m) is always the draw, but surrounding it is three other of the highest peaks in the world: Lhotse (8,516m), Makalu (8,485m) and Cho Oyu (8,188m). This foursome of mountains rise to majestic heights, and all visible in a trip to Everest Base Camp. The trek to Everest Base Camp (5,364m) is the finest trek in the Himalayas. Not only is there incredible scenery, but a chance to experience the culture, flora and fauna of the Himalayas. You will pass through majestic forests, through groves of rhododendrons, waterfalls and ancient Sherpa villages. Not only will you enjoy this trip, you will feel an incredible sense of accomplishments you follow the path of Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay who successfully climbed Mt. Everest in 1953.