Hello Andy, We just wanted to let you know we had an awesome experience doing the Everest Marathon! We had a great group of people from all over the USA and Canada. The guides, porters, and other Nepalese staff were exceptional as well. We came to run and trek to Everest Base Camp, but it was the people that made …
Nepal Drops Covid-19 Entry Requirements
As of June 7, 2023, Nepal’s Health Ministry has officially dropped the requirements to show proof of Covid vaccinations and a negative PCR test upon arrival in Kathmandu. Nepal is now fully open with no restrictions and visas available to all tourists upon arrival.
Nepal Tourism Board finalizes new guidelines for trekkers
On March 31, the NTB officially issues new guidelines for all foreign trekkers The Nepal Tourism Board has passed new guidelines, requiring foreign trekkers visiting Nepal’s national parks and conservation areas to have a guide or a porter for their entire journey. Government-registered trekking companies can arrange guides or porters to accompany all foreign travelers. The guidelines also state that …
Everest Base Camp Trek in Nepal
From the incredible scenery along the trails to the life-long memories you’re sure to make, the hike to the World’s Highest Peak is one of the greatest journeys for adventurers around the world Where is Everest Base Camp in Nepal?Everest Base Camp is located on the Khumbu Glacier at 17,598 feet / 5364 meters at end of a long valley …
Three Passes of Mount Everest Lodge Trek
More Happiness on the Ultimate Everest Trek Hi Andy, My trip was fabulous! My guide was outstanding! My time in Kathmandu was awesome. I look forward to chatting with you about it. Regards, Donna in ConnecticutThree Passes Of Mount Everest Lodge TrekOctober / November 2022
Gokyo Lakes & Renjo La Trek
Hey Andy,Spectacular doesn’t describe Nepal! The weather has cleared, and we feel very fortunate to have made it to Lukla. Our guide Deep is great. We love him. Erin & Steve, ColoradoOctober 2022Gokyo Lakes & Renjo La Pass Trek
Mount Everest 70th Anniversary Treks
May 29th in Nepal was ‘EVEREST DAY’! On this day the trekking and climbing communities came together (many at Everest Base Camp) to celebrate the first successful ascent of Mount Everest by Tenzing Norgay and Edmund Hillary on May 29, 1953. Yes, it is a big deal in our little world and the Tenzing-Hillary Everest Marathon was created to commemorate …
Tenzing-Hillary Everest Marathon
Everest Marathon Lodge Trip 2022 May 19, 2022: Thanks Andy!We are having a fantastic time! This is such a well organized and wonderful trip. Kudos to you and everyone. Top notch. -Kelly from Virginia (right now in Namche Bazaar!)
Nepal is Open! The Fall Trekking Season is On!
I write to you with some great news! On September 23, Nepal announced the lifting of its mandatory quarantine requirement and has resumed issuing on-arrival tourist visas for foreign travelers effective immediately. Here is a recap of the new entry guidelines: There is no longer a quarantine requirement for fully vaccinated travelers showing proof of being fully vaccinated (a 2-shot …
Zanskar Traverse Confirmed for September 2022
September 4 to 26, 2022: Trekking Across The Land of Passes Zanskar translates as ‘Land of White Copper’, a once remote collection of Himalayan kingdoms cut off from the rest of the world by the Himalayan Range to the south and the Zanskar Range to the north. Our recently revised and incredibly improved Zanskar Traverse begins with an exciting flight …