Fully revised fifth edition of this practical guide with 60 detailed route maps covering not only the classic treks but also the wild routes:

• Everest expedition route
• Rolwaling
• Trekking from Lukla    
• Salpa-Arun
• The Gokyo trek           
• High passes
• Trekking peaks – including Mera and Island Peak

   

  Information for all budgets and trekking styles

  Ranging from lush terraced fields to the highest mountain on earth, the scenery is breath-taking. There are trekking possibilities to suit all budgets – from independent trekkers on a shoestring staying in simple lodges with Sherpa families to travelers on all-inclusive guided treks with every luxury provided.

   

  • Getting to Nepal from Europe, North America and Australasia
  • Kathmandu - trekking preparations and what to see
  • Where to stay and eat - Kathmandu and along the trails
  • Employing a guide or porter in Nepal
  • The environment -  how to minimize your impact on a fragile region and still take hot ‘green€ showers
  • Health and safety
  • 60 route maps and village plans
  • Plus –  30 color photos