How To Approach Mount Everest Expedition

By Alta Alexander


You might be wondering how you can get to the highest mountain in the world with 8844 meters above sea level. It is place covered with snow all year round from 6000 meters and above. It is a sacred place for the Nepalese and Tibetans. In this article, we want to look at how to prepare for Mount Everest Expedition adequately to get the best out of the journey.

It is first important to understand that this is a holy grail among the climbers across the world. But it takes you to be a well-trained mountain climber for you to climb the tallest mountain in the globe. However, you can still enjoy the experience and its stunning beauty without climbing it. The region offers a number of opportunities for tourists who desire to experience the majesty of Mt Everest without climbing it to the top.

There is a cluster of towns in Shigatse valley where visitors can get their basic needs. It is important to carry warm clothes, hiking shoes, a camera, and rainproof coats. If you want to camp, you should not forget camping gear and bag that contains foods. You will visit the Monastery and base camps to take videos and pictures to remember the auspicious moments.

If you want to have an aerial view of the area, you need to book a flight that will fly you over the Himalayas and the Everest Mountain. When you are on the plane, you can watch the beauty and splendor from the comfort of your seat. Most people visit the area through the Shigatse valley. This is a valley that has many towns situated at the base of the mountain. It is a place where you will be able to see ancient ruins, natural hot springs, and colorful markets.

Take a hike to Rongbuk Monastery though it s a distance of forty-eight miles it is less strenuous compared to climbing the mountain and many people touring the area can handle it. At Shigatse Valley, you will also find a guide for a small fee who will take you to Rongbuk Monastery. At the monastery, you will get magnificent views of the whole mountain, and you will also find a hostel when you can rest for a night before heading back.

Some people proceed to base camp that is six miles from the Monastery. The base camp is the stopping point for people who are not serious about climbing Mount Everest. It has an altitude of 17000 feet and people with altitude sickness should exercise a lot of caution. The climbers consider that from the base camp now the journey of climbing the mountain has began.

This is an area that receives many people throughout the year; some come to conquer the highest point on earth others come to see its beauty and magnificence. Mount Everest is situated at the border of Tibet, China and Nepal and it a destination for acclimatized and fit mountaineers.

If you go to the place some of the activities, include photography, mountaineering, camping, and hiking. The mountains northern slopes are in China and south into Nepal. It is an area that experiences strong winds and temperatures below zero at all times.




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