The definitive
guidebook for trekking in the Everest Region: essential reading for both guided
and self-guided trekkers. This book really knocks the ball out of the park. It
fully describes the Classic Everest Base Camp Trek, 3-Passes Trek, Gokyo Lakes &
7 other incredible treks. It contains all the information you need to plan and
execute your trek including:
·
How
to organise a trek in the Everest region: booking a guided trip, independent
trekking (which is still permitted around Everest), guides & porters.
·
Detailed
advice on choice of trek: 29 different itineraries.
·
Altitude
acclimatisation: how to avoid altitude sickness (AMS).
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Travel
to the trail-heads: air travel & hiking into the Everest region.
·
What
equipment you need to bring.
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What
to expect on the trail: accommodation, food & daily routine.
The book is
also packed full of information that you will not find in any other guide:
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Orientation
charts show exactly which peaks are visible from each significant viewpoint: it
a trip of a lifetime so we want you to know exactly what you will see from each
viewpoint.
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1:40,000
scale mapping: the most detailed mapping available for the Everest region: all
villages and accommodation locations are marked on the maps.
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Detailed
sections on Buddhist monuments and Sherpa culture.
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Detailed
information on Yetis.