Tsum Valley Group Success in Nepal

Andy CrisconiHimalayan Trekking Tours

Hi  Andy, The trek was wonderful. It was just as you had described and what we were looking for: beautiful scenery combined with glimpses of local culture. Thanks for suggesting this trip to us. Skies were clear and very blue. Trails were rocky with many steep ups and downs. We passed many mule and yak caravans carrying supplies. We hiked …

2019 Tenzing-Hillary Everest Marathon

Andy CrisconiHimalayan Trekking Tours

2019 Trip Dates: May 15 to June 3. Starting at Mount Everest Base Camp (17,500 feet) the Tenzing-Hillary Everest Marathon is the WORLD’S HIGHEST MARATHON and one of the most adventurous trail runs in the world. The upcoming race on May 29, 2019 will be the 17th edition of this annual race held since 2003. This marathon is an international …

What is the hiking distance between Lukla and Everest Base Camp?

Andy CrisconiHimalayan Trekking Tours

The trek from Lukla (9,200 feet) to Mount Everest Base Camp (17,500 feet) is approximately 38.5 miles (62 kilometers) one-way. To allow for extra acclimatization, sightseeing and day hiking, One World Trekking’s time-tested Everest Base Camp Lodge Trek itinerary allows for 8 days to hike up to Base Camp and this includes an acclimatization day at Namche Bazaar (11,200 feet) …