Sagarmatha National Park

Why go

The park makes the Khumbu more than an Everest photograph. Trails pass through changing vegetation, river valleys and Sherpa settlements before reaching higher, sparsely vegetated terrain. Choose a route for its full ascent and cultural setting, and prepare for altitude rather than treating the park as a single entrance or lookout.

What to look for

• The Dudh Kosi basin cuts through steep Himalayan terrain.
• Lower forests give way to shrubs, alpine ground and glacial landscapes with height.
• Sherpa settlements are part of the lived landscape along trekking corridors.

Useful to know

• Plan the complete trail, overnight stops and gradual ascent before entering the region.
• Confirm current park and route requirements with official authorities for your exact itinerary.