Why The Mount Everest Expedition Would Be A Lifetime Experience

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 are towns near the area where you can get some of the basic needs. However, you should have the following things when you embark on the journey. They include a camera, hiking shoes, warm clothes, a rainproof coat among others. On the same note, you should not forget a camping gear if you will camp at the site and a backpack that contains some food. There are places such as the monastery or base camp where you can camp for a while as you take videos and pictures to keep your memories of the place alive.

People who desire to see the Himalayas and Mount Everest from the aerial view should book flights that fly people over the mountains. The flight option offers the advantage of seeing the top from the comfort of your seat. When you decide to use Shigatse valley, you will see colorful markets, natural hot springs, and ancient ruins. It is also through Shigatse valley that you can access the Base Camp and Rongbuk Monastery.

From Shigatse valley, you can hike to Rongbuk Monastery, which is a 48 mile distance. The distance may not be short, but it is an easier stretch compared to climbing to the top. Most individuals can always handle this journey. When you are at Shigatse valley at a small fee, you will get a tour guide to the Monastery. When you reach the monastery there, you will have the best view on the Mountain and there are also hostels where you will rest for the night.

You can also decide to continue the journey to the base camp. The base camp is six miles from Rongbuk Monastery. It is the last stopping point for tourists that are not serious about climbing the mountain. The base camp is a high altitude of about 17000 feet and hence not suitable for people with altitude sickness. Mountain climbers consider this point the beginning for climbing Mount Everest.

The mountain being an icon in the world it receives many visitors who want to conquer its highest peak and others come to admire the magnificence and beauty. It is located on the border of China, Tibet and Nepal and very suitable for fit and acclimatized adventurers.

Some of the activities that you can do in this place include mountaineering, photography, camping and hiking. The north slope of the mountain belongs to China and the south slope the mountain belong to Nepal.The climatic conditions of this place are always below Zero, but there are strong winds blowing that make the place even colder.




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