When most people hear the word Sherpa, they think of the legendary mountain guides who have helped climbers reach the summit of Mount Everest. But Sherpas are much more than expert mountaineers; they are an ethnic group with...

Many people assume that climbing a mountain in Nepal means taking on Everest or another extreme Himalayan expedition reserved for experienced mountaineers. While Nepal is home to eight of the world's fourteen 8,000-meter peaks, it also offers a...

Planning the Manaslu Circuit Trek starts with understanding the route not just the itinerary. Located in Nepal's remote Gorkha District, the Manaslu Circuit winds around Mount Manaslu (8,163 m / 26,781 ft), the world's eighth-highest mountain, before crossing...

For most trekkers, the adventure to Everest does not begin on the trail, it begins in the air. The short flight to Lukla is the only practical way to reach the Everest region without adding several extra days...

When you think of the Everest region, your mind probably jumps straight to towering peaks, suspension bridges, and the challenge of reaching Everest Base Camp. Yet, somewhere between the steep climbs and breathtaking mountain views lies a place...

Many travelers arrive in Nepal thinking they will spend a couple of weeks exploring Kathmandu or trekking in the Himalayas. Then plans change. You discover another trekking route, spend extra days recovering in Pokhara, or simply realize there's...